Wise Owl Hostels Kyoto
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About this property
Comfortable Accommodation: Wise Owl Hostels Kyoto in Kyoto offers a 2-star hostel experience with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests enjoy air-conditioning, shared bathrooms with bidets, and comfortable showers. Convenient Facilities: The hostel features a lounge, lift, shared kitchen, and full-day security. Additional amenities include a hairdryer and shower. Reception staff speak English and Japanese. Prime Location: Located less than 1 km from Kyoto Station and a 12-minute walk to TKP Garden City Kyoto. Itami Airport is 42 km away. Nearby attractions include Sanjusangen-do Temple (2 km) and Kiyomizu-dera Temple (5 km). Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for property cleanliness, bathroom comfort, and nearby shops.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Laundry
- Heating
Property highlights
- AccessibilityUpper floors accessible by elevator
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Chloe
Australia
“I liked the location, very close to Kyoto train station made it easy to locate to differnt parts of Kyoto and also close to shops and the mall. Also close to attractions ie: Toji temple &Kyoto tower. Showers were good and handy to have toilet and...” - Colm
Ireland
“Absolutely class hostel! The staff were incredibly helpful and friendly, making the stay even more enjoyable. The beds were super comfy, ensuring a great night's sleep. The location is perfect—just around the corner from Kyoto Main Station and...” - Federica
Italy
“Wise Owl hostels are always a good choice! Bathrooms and rooms are super clean, beds are comfortable and spacious , and the common space is very pleasant. The location is 5 minutes far from the main station and 3 minutes far from the bus stop to...” - Collins
Australia
“Best staff I’ve experienced at a hostel in Japan BY FAR. Were so friendly and welcoming. I was struggling booking transportation and multiple staff spent the better part of an hour trying to help me - saving me a lot of Yen !!! Rooms are also...” - Kelly
Australia
“We unfortunately had a very loud and inconsiderate neighbour but the lady at reception went out of her way late at night to give us another room even though they were fully booked. The beds were comfortable and everything was very clean, even all...” - Lee
Singapore
“Near Kyoto station. Clean and bed is so comfortable.” - Mas
Indonesia
“Really love it! We got the private bunk bed and there’s still space for me to pray. There’s a sink with heater available too. My fav would be the shampoo and conditioner haha so smooth on my hair” - Cosmin
Romania
“Great place to stay in Kyoto ! Had 3 great nights i recomand...” - Antoine
France
“Everyone was great and well presented for a youth hostel :)” - Minyan
China
“Good location close to the Kyoto train station and highway bus station. There is a big mall shop including a supermarket in the front of the hostel , you can buy many kinds of food inside for cooking. The hostel is a great standard hostel but not...”
Property surroundings
Facilities of Wise Owl Hostels KyotoGreat facilities! Review score, 8.8
Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Laundry
- Heating
Bathroom
- Towels
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Toilet
- Shared bathroom
Bedroom
- Linen
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
InternetWiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingNo parking available.
Services
- Shared lounge/TV area
- LaundryAdditional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
General
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Lift
- Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Languages spoken
- English
- Japanese
House rulesWise Owl Hostels Kyoto takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.






The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Wise Owl Hostels Kyoto in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.