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Kyoto Utano Youth Hostel

29 Uzumasanakayamacho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto 616-8191 Kyoto Prefecture
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#4 of 21 hostels in Kyoto
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Located in peaceful location with rich green yet in the city. Easy to access to must see places such as Kinkakuji temple, Ryouanji temple, Bamboo forest, Movie village, etc. We promise you a wonderful stay with our heartwarming staff.
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Free parking
Free internet
Hot bath
Restaurant
Bicycle rental
Hiking
Taxi service
Meeting rooms
Street parking
Internet
Wine / champagne
Vending machine
Tennis court
Fishing
Board games / puzzles
24-hour security
BBQ facilities
Baggage storage
Concierge
Convenience store
Gift shop
Non-smoking hotel
Shared bathroom
Shared kitchen
Shared lounge / TV area
Shops
Self-serve laundry
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Air conditioning
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Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
2.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Charming
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Languages Spoken
English, Japanese

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29 Uzumasanakayamacho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto 616-8191 Kyoto Prefecture
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Kyoto Utano Youth Hostel
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jojopeng wrote a review June 2019
Singapore, Singapore260 contributions84 helpful votes
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Been here once in 2015 during my solo trip. After staying here , I feel that I must bring my family here someday. And I did! My family of 5, 2 A and 3C aged 13,10&9 stayed in the Japanese style room from 09-11 June. It's off peak timing so not many ppl are staying here. We get to enjoy the peace and quiet. What's good abt this hostel ? Cleanliness is at its best. The shared bathroom, toilets areas are in top notch cleanliness. You can't find in other youth hostel. The communal onsen area is well maintained and clean. Everyone who use the area has the responsibility to keep it clean and tidy. And am glad that everyone is doing it well. Everyday between 10am to 3pm, u cannot stay in your room as the staff has to clean your room. Common area: kitchen and living area is shared and very cosy place for us to hang around. U can rent games like Uno, jenga from the front desk for free to play with your family. There is also an outdoor balcony area where u can just sit there and enjoy the breeze. The whole compound is at a residential area. So it's serene , peaceful and quiet. A very zen place. I was originally afraid that my kids who are city kids would be bored here... But they actually loved it. Especially making their own cup noodles dinner at the kitchen. There is no TV at the room we stayed , so we went to the kitchen area to watch TV and snack. Like all other YHA, u will be given bedsheets and pillowcase to make your bed and have to return them back to the front desk upon check out. The nearest JR station is abt 5-7mins drive away. It's so nice to come back again.
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Date of stay: June 2019Trip type: Travelled with family
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themeparkwizz wrote a review June 2019
Sydney, Australia59 contributions56 helpful votes
Lovely hostel in upmarket suburb of Kyoto. Place to relax and unwind, with modern facilities including Japanese bath. Only issue is the location which is a bit far. Activities each evening guests can join in with.
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Date of stay: June 2019Trip type: Travelled on business
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ber_tamasya wrote a review Feb 2018
Bandung, Indonesia44 contributions5 helpful votes
I stayed here for 5 nights with my friends having workshop. It was a really nice place, very clean, and the food was amazing. the only thing i did not like is it's quite far from the center of Kyoto and wifi was a bit slow. but what i like is how they kept this hostel very quiet. if you went to Japan and didnt try the Onsen, then you definitely missed the best part!
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Date of stay: March 2017
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Trip type: Travelled with friends
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ib-phix wrote a review Aug 2017
Bruxelles559 contributions177 helpful votes
This hostel is great in architecture and equipment. We had a twin bed room and a bulk beds room for 4 and both were very clean and confortable. The buffet breakfast is good but always the same every day. The common bath area is clean and pleasant. Staff speak good English. Some were very helpful others not friendly at all not even smiling or willing to help. We arrived in the early morning from Tokyo by night bus and asked for being allowed to have a bath even for additional fee but they refused! We had ti walk 30 minutes ti an onsen (Tenzan onsen which is just great) but still we needed to hang aorund during almost 2 hours before we could have a bath while we could have been allowed to have a quick natb at the hostel. That would have been so helfpful for us. But no. The hostel is great for North Kyoto sights (Rhiannon and Kinkakuji) or even Arahiyama but about 45 min/60 min from other main attractions in central Kyoto. Be sure to buy the daily bus pass to trae around otherwise it will be expensive. Be sure to bring food or to have dinnered before coming back as the restaurant offers means a 15/20 minutes walk again if you're hungry. After 8/9 pm be prepared for McDonald's or KFC after a long walk. Good accommodation but a bit far though.
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Date of stay: August 2017Trip type: Travelled with family
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dianaputrimaharani wrote a review May 2017
Denpasar, Indonesia13 contributions
I love this hotel so much. But, the location is too far from Kyoto Station. There's no free towel and toiletry, you should provide by yourself. The staff provide Kyoto City Bus One Day Pass if you want sightseeing Kyoto with bus ❤
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Date of stay: March 2017Trip type: Travelled on business
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ExplorerMeg wrote a review Mar 2017
Melbourne, Australia99 contributions27 helpful votes
Although it is a long bus ride (~45mins to 1 hr depending on traffic) from Kyoto Station, I really appreciated the peacefulness of staying here for my four days in Kyoto. It was a good base, and I took many different buses to explore the city. You can get to Arashiyama easily, and the Golden temple too. While I was the only female gaijin traveller with little spoken Japanese, I felt welcomed & I met many retired Japanese travellers willing to speak English with me. The facilities are clean, the meals are delicious (esp. the evening meals), the shared bathing facilities are warm & clean (I didn't discover there were separate showers until my final day), the laundry is cheap, and the staff are very helpful. The shared dorms are tidy, with plenty of room in the lockers for storage. The curtains around each bed give privacy, and you also have two shelves & a light to read. The beds are comfortable & the duvet/comforter is warm. I must have been lucky compared to previous reviewers, as this place was very quiet when I stayed, and the wifi was fast, and the weather was good (cold but fine). I would definitely stay here again, and just allow more time each day for travelling in/out of central Kyoto, or perhaps I could have rented a bicycle for more independence.
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Date of stay: March 2017Trip type: Travelled solo
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Emma R wrote a review Nov 2016
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This hostel was clean yes, had good facilities, and staff spoke good English. But I have never had a worse experience at a hostel. There was a group of high schoolers staying at the hostel at the same time, which is fine, but the noise was so unbelievable loud and was consistently untill past midnight! Absolutely nothing was done by staff to control the noise. There was groups of them talking outside the bedroom door, lots of moveme throughout the hall way and the constant banging of a sliding door maybe 35 plus times. Obviously I cant tell them to be quiet because I don't speak japanese. It should have been the responsibility of the staff to make sure every guest was comfortable. The hostel also advertised itself as a place to meet other travelers. Not only did I not meet anyone, I was put in a room with 5 other 65 year old japanese women. I have never regretted a stay this much before. The street would have been quieter.
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Date of stay: November 2016Trip type: Travelled solo
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TheStokedTraveler wrote a review July 2016
Philippines20 contributions15 helpful votes
The location is a bit far from the city but I love the place. The ambiance is close to nature. The hostel is clean with friendly staffs. Stayed here for 3 nights. I would recommend this place to all backpackers like me.
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Date of stay: April 2016
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Dorthe B wrote a review July 2016
Frederiksberg, Denmark12 contributions3 helpful votes
This is a very nice hostel with a great hospitality. The staff is really kind and helpful. We stayed in a separate room with nice beds and locker for four people. Clean bathrooms with onsen. Towel for cheep rental. Simple breakfast, but okay. Loved the place. Really good value for money.
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Date of stay: July 2016Trip type: Travelled with family
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Franek P wrote a review July 2016
Warsaw, Poland14 contributions3 helpful votes
Localiztion is very good. It is close to nature but also close to centre of city and few shops. Staff is very kind and friendly. I`ve been in this place only for one night but I would like to stay longer. Think I will go back to this place
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Date of stay: July 2016
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AU$79 - AU$116 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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utano youth hotel kyoto
LOCATION
JapanKinkiKyoto PrefectureKyotoWestern Kyoto
NUMBER OF ROOMS
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kyoto Utano Youth Hostel
Which popular attractions are close to Kyoto Utano Youth Hostel?
Nearby attractions include Hirosawa Pond (0.8 km), Omuro Hachijuhakkasho Reijo (1.1 km), and Kyutei Omuro (1.1 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Kyoto Utano Youth Hostel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include an on-site restaurant, free parking, and a hot tub.
Which room amenities are available at Kyoto Utano Youth Hostel?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a desk.
What food & drink options are available at Kyoto Utano Youth Hostel?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant and barbeque facilities during their stay.
Is parking available at Kyoto Utano Youth Hostel?
Yes, free parking and street parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Kyoto Utano Youth Hostel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Hoan Hoan Sagaarashiyama, Rai Rai Tei Uzumasa, and Ramen Kyoto Tengu Tokiwa.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Kyoto Utano Youth Hostel?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Japanese.
Are there any historical sites close to Kyoto Utano Youth Hostel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Sanjusangendo Temple (7.8 km), Ninna-ji Temple (1.2 km), and Daikaku-ji Temple (2.0 km).