Top 9 Fashionable and Popular Hotels And Hostels In Kyoto For Solo Travelers - Updated 2024

Top 9 Fashionable and Popular Hotels And Hostels In Kyoto For Solo Travelers - Updated 2024
Trip101 Editorial
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Since the atmosphere changes with the season in Kyoto, it is a city full of new discoveries, no matter how many times you’ve visited it before. Kyoto is also one of the favorite destinations of solo travelers. To make it easier for you to pick an accommodation that would guarantee a pleasant trip, we have compiled a list of the top 9 most fashionable and popular hotels and hostels in Kyoto that are not only conveniently located for sightseeing, but also safe for females who are traveling alone. Read on to find out more!

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 06, 2024.

1. Sakura Terrace (from USD 100)

The Sakura Terrace is a popular terrace in Kyoto that has gotten the attention of many Westerners by word of mouth. It is recommended for female solo travelers as it has a “ladies plan” which includes catering of meals. On top of that, the Kyoto Station is within walking distance of the accommodation, so it’s extremely convenient for guests to explore the area.

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Sakura Terrace

Wifi Available

Address: Minami-ku Higashi-kujo Karasuma-cho 1-1
2.85 km (1.8 mi) from Nishiki Market

Parking Restaurant Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Sauna Non-smoking rooms Laundry Dry cleaning

2. Kyoto Art Hostel Kumagusuku (from USD 201)

The Kyoto Art Hostel Kumagusuku is renovated from an old-style house. The unique part of this hostel is that art exhibitions are held regularly in its rooms, so it will feel as if you’re living in an art exhibition. It’ll surely give you distinct memories of Kyoto if you stay here. On top of that, the hostel is a 5-minute walk from the West Exit of Omiya Station on the Hankyu Line, and a 5-minute walk from Shijo-Omiya Station on the Keifuku Line.

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京都市, 京都府, Japan
1.81 km (1.2 mi) from Nishiki Market
Wifi Available
Private room in hut 8 Beds 8 Guests 4 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 8

3. Hotel Vista Premio Kyoto (from USD 63)

For three years straight, the Hotel Vista Premio Kyoto has been featured in the Michelin Guide Kyoto as a reasonably priced hotel that offers services that are on par with luxury hotels. Not only is its breakfast buffet famous for being sumptuous, it is also within a 5-minute walk of Kyoto Shiyakusho Mae Station of the City Subway Line, Kawaharamachi Station of the Hankyu Line, and Keihan Sanjo Station of the Keihan Line.

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Hotel Vista Premio Kyoto Kawaramachi St

Address: Nakagyo-ku Kawaramachi-Rokkaku Matsugae-cho 457
431 meters (0.3 ft) from Nishiki Market

Restaurant 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Non-smoking rooms Internet services Lift Safety deposit box Soundproof rooms Luggage storage

4. Guest House Nanohana (from USD 21)

The Guest House Nanohana is a nice and clean ladies only guest house located in the heart of Kyoto. Dorm rooms are offered at a low price of 3000 yen (28 USD), excluding tax. You can have cultural exchanges with other foreigners when you stay in its shared rooms, but if you prefer to have a room to yourself, you can also relax in one of their private rooms. The guesthouse is a 5-minute walk from Kawaharamachi Station on the Hankyu Line.

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Woman Only Guesthouse Nanohana (Female only)

Wifi Available

Address: Nakagyo-ku,Gokomachi-dori,Rokkakukudori,Iseya-cho 338
260 meters (0.2 ft) from Nishiki Market

Restaurant Non-smoking rooms Internet services Heating Luggage storage WiFi Available Free WiFi Non-smoking throughout

5. Kyoto Guest House Otabian

The Kyoto Guest House Otabian is a hidden gem that happens to be a remodeled 100-year-old Kyomachi Japanese-style house, which was built close to the beautiful Toji Temple, a world heritage site. On top of that, it is a 9-minute walk from the Hachijo West Exit of JR and Kintetsu Kyoto Station.

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Kyoto Guesthouse Otabi-an

Address: Minami-ku Nishikujo Yokomachi 27 , Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan, 601-8427
2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Nishiki Market

6. Piece Hostel Sanjo (from USD 122)

The Piece Hostel Sanjo is a traditional Japanese inn that has been converted into a stylish hostel, without losing its authentic Japanese ambiance. Located in the heart of the city, both Karasuma Oike Subway Station and Hankyu Kawaharamachi Station are accessible within 10 minutes on foot.

Read our review on Piece Hostel Sanjo for more information.

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Piece Hostel Sanjo

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Nakagyo-ku Asakura-cho 531
335 meters (0.3 ft) from Nishiki Market

Meeting/banquet facilities Bar Terrace Non-smoking rooms Laundry Facilities for disabled guests Internet services Lift

7. Nine Hours Kyoto

If staying in a capsule hotel is on the top of your to-do list in Kyoto, then the popular Nine Hours Kyoto would be the best accommodation option for you. It is a refined hotel that provides ample space for a comfortable sleep, and is conveniently located a 2-minute walk away from Kawaharamachi Station on the Hankyu Line. It is highly recommended for female travelers!

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nine hours Kyoto

Address: Shimogyo-ku Teramachidori Shijokudaru Teianmaenocho 588
327 meters (0.3 ft) from Nishiki Market

8. The Lower East Nine Hostel (from USD 13)

The Lower East Nine Hostel is an elegant hostel that was reformed from a building that has been around since the Taisho Period (or the 1920s). You can make yourself at home with a bed space of your own and a shared living and dining area. It is a 15-minute walk from Kyoto Station, and a 3-minute walk from Kintetsu Toji Station.

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9. The Prime Pod Kyoto (from USD 16)

The Prime Pod Kyoto is a stylish capsule hotel that has been in operation since February of 2017. It is a great option for those who are looking for something simple and reliable at a reasonable price. It is also conveniently located in the heart of Kyoto, and is a three-minute walk away from Sanjo Station.

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The Prime Pod Kyoto

Address: Nakagyo-ku Sanjodori Kawaramachi Higashihairu Nakajimacho 90, Felicita Sanjo Kiyamachi Bldg 9F
667 meters (0.5 ft) from Nishiki Market

Now you can decide which hotel to stay in if you’re traveling to Kyoto alone!

With our list of accommodation options ranging from stylish capsule hotels to popular traditional hostels and guesthouses, you can start planning a solo trip to Kyoto now! To make the planning a tad bit easier, feel free to refer to our recommendations above.

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
Disclosure: Trip101 selects the listings in our articles independently. Some of the listings in this article contain affiliate links.

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