Kyoto Utano Youth HostelvsToyoko Inn Kyoto Shijo-Karasuma
Toyoko Inn Kyoto Shijo-Karasuma and Utano Youth Hostel are both highly recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Utano Youth Hostel ranks slightly higher than Toyoko Inn Kyoto Shijo-Karasuma. Utano Youth Hostel ranks #19 in Kyoto with endorsements from 3 publications including Time Out, Lonely Planet and oyster.com.
Kyoto Utano Youth Hostel
29 Uzumasanakayamacho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 616-8191
From $27/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
Time Out
"The Utano is tucked away in the far north-west of the city. ... Yet this is the newest...largest and most attractive youth hostel in town." Full review
Oyster
2.0
"This modern hostel is set in a green, natural area in Northwest Kyoto, a bit far from downtown but close to temples and natural features, including the Arashiyama bamboo forest." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The best hostel in Kyoto, Utano is friendly and well organised and makes a convenient base for the sights of Northwest Kyoto (but keep in mind that it’s a hike to reach any other part of town)." Full review
Toyoko Inn Kyoto Shijo-Karasuma
28 Naginataboko-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 600-8008
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
Frommer's
"Easy subway access from Kyoto Station, is located in the heart of downtown, and offers Toyoko Inn's usual free computers in the lobby." Full review