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The best hostels in Tokyo

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in Tokyo and nearby

  • RH Tokyo Plus

    Central location

    Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Shinjuku Ward district of Tokyo, RH Tokyo Plus is 200 metres from Joei-ji Temple.

    From US$190.65 per night
  • UNPLAN Kagurazaka

    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,191 reviews

    Set in Shinjuku in central Tokyo, UNPLAN Kagurazaka's convenient location makes it easy to reach all parts of Tokyo.

  • Sakura Hotel Jimbocho

    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,879 reviews

    Conveniently located just a 2-minute walk from Jimbocho Subway Station, Sakura Hotel Jimbocho provides international accommodation with friendly English-speaking staff.

    From US$93.41 per night
  • Tokyo House INN

    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 569 reviews

    Well set in the Shinjuku Ward district of Tokyo, Tokyo House INN is located 300 metres from Koizumi Yakumo Memorial Park, 300 metres from Inari Kio Shrine and 500 metres from Okubo Park.

  • TOKYO MY HOME

    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews

    Set in the centre of Tokyo, 300 metres from Zenryu-ji Temple, TOKYO MY HOME offers air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

    From US$85.11 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.6
    Poor - What previous guests thought, 545 reviews

    Ideally set in the Chiyoda district of Tokyo, 54Journey 東京大手町ホステル is situated 600 metres from Nikkei Hall, 500 metres from Tokiwa Park and less than 1 km from Kotoku Inari Shrine.

    From US$204.13 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,054 reviews

    Almond Hostel & Cafe is located in Tokyo, within a 3-minute walk from Yoyogikoen Station and Yoyogi-Hachiman Station. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

    From US$88.24 per night
  • Tokyo Guesthouse HIVE

    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,117 reviews

    Set in Tokyo, Tokyo Guesthouse HIVE features a shared lounge, terrace, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    From US$61.28 per night

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  • ENSO TOKYO Akasaka

    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

    Well located in the Minato district of Tokyo, ENSO TOKYO Akasaka is located 700 metres from Akasaka Station, 600 metres from Akasaka Biz Tower Shops & Dining and 400 metres from Okamura Chair Museum.

    From US$115.37 per night
  • Tokyo Central Youth Hostel

    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,061 reviews

    Situated right next to Iidabashi Subway Station, Central Youth Hostel is located on the 18th floor of Central Plaza. It is a 15-minute train ride from JR Shinjuku, Shibuya and Tokyo stations.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews

    Shinjuku ICE MOUNTAIN GUEST HOUSE in Tokyo provides adults-only accommodation with a shared lounge, a terrace and a restaurant.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 264 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, a restaurant as well as a bar, Hotel Adonis Tokyo - Dormitory Share Room For Male Only At City Center is located in the centre of Tokyo, 500 metres from Aoyama Baisouin...

  • 54Journey Roppongi

    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.4
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 254 reviews

    Set in Tokyo, within 600 metres of Naemura Yoshinori Monument and 300 metres of Franciscan Chapel Center, 54Journey Roppongi offers accommodation with free WiFi.

    From US$88.38 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.0
    Poor - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Well located in the centre of Tokyo, Shinjuku Kabuki Youth Hostel#New Sunshine Room#50 second walk from Higashi Shinjuku subway#Automatic locking door at entrance provides air-conditioned rooms, a...

  • Book And Bed Tokyo Shinjuku

    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2,509 reviews

    Featuring a bar, Book And Bed Tokyo Shinjuku is set in Tokyo, a few steps from Tokyo Mystery Circus and 200 metres from Seibu Shinjuku PePe Shopping Mall.

  • Yamate Rest House (Male Only)

    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews

    Attractively set in the Shinjuku Ward district of Tokyo, Yamate Rest House (Male Only) is situated 400 metres from Okubo Park, 400 metres from Korea Museum and 500 metres from Zenryu-ji Temple.

    From US$57.20 per night

Save money on hostels in Tokyo and nearby – budget options available

  • Hostel Lodging Tokyo Ueno

    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2,031 reviews

    Situated in the centre of Tokyo, 200 metres from Akiba Shrine, Hostel Lodging Tokyo Ueno features air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi. This 1-star hostel offers a shared kitchen.

    From US$47.66 per night
  • Tokyo Guest House 2020

    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 532 reviews

    Open from May 2017, Tokyo Guest House 2020 offers rooms in Arakawa-ku. Akado-Shogakkou-mae Train Station is 300 metres away. Free WiFi is available on site.

    From US$119.16 per night
  • Conveniently located in the Sumida Ward district of Tokyo, Tokyo Skytree Tower - Asakusa Auberge de Jeunesse is situated 600 metres from Shoutokuji Temple, 700 metres from The Seiko Museum and 1.3 km...

  • 民泊TOKYO one シェアハウス

    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews

    Set within 400 metres of Shoutokuji Temple and less than 1 km of Tobu Museum, 民泊TOKYO one シェアハウス offers rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Tokyo.

    From US$93.96 per night
  • Backpacker's Mini House

    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 648 reviews

    Conveniently situated in the Chiyoda district of Tokyo, Backpacker's Mini House is located 300 metres from Bellesalle Kanda, 600 metres from Nikkei Hall and 700 metres from Tokiwa Park.

  • MANGA ART HOTEL, TOKYO

    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,087 reviews

    Ideally located in the Chiyoda district of Tokyo, MANGA ART HOTEL, TOKYO is set 100 metres from Bellesalle Kanda, 300 metres from Rengo Kaikan Hall and 400 metres from Kanda Children's Park.

  • Lucky Hostel

    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

    Situated in the centre of Tokyo, 100 metres from Nihon Christ Kyokai Kashiwagi Church, Lucky Hostel features air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

  • 花乃郷 新宿区d

    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Situated within 300 metres of Tsumami - Kanzashi Museum and 700 metres of Statue of Peace, 花乃郷 新宿区d features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Tokyo.

FAQ about hostels in Tokyo

Hostels that guests love in Tokyo

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  • Avg. price/night: US$322.13
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,708 reviews
    The hostel is in a great location in Shinjuku. It is close to the Golden Gai area if you plan on going out at night. The beds were comfortable with a curtain. Under the bunk beds, there is an area/locker for each person to store their belongings. The room has AC. The bathrooms were clean and the showers are hot. The staff were helpful and friendly. I would stay here again.
    Guest review by
    Sinead
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$104.86
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 901 reviews
    I did not realised when I booked (not sure if the information is there … somewhere, that this is a dormitory style backpackers hostel. The kitchen was great, and the staff were friendly and helpful and the location was excellent
    Guest review by
    Marysol
    Family with young children
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 458 reviews
    Close to a great supermarket and convience store, so cheap food is easy to get, great staff for sociallising and talking to new people. One of the most “hostel” environments I’ve stayed in, i got to meet new people, drink and hangout discorvering Tokyo along the way
    Guest review by
    Alexander
    Solo traveller
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,446 reviews
    Everything, I have lived in hostels of several other countries but this was the best hostel. It’s cheap, near to attractions, bus stops nearby, trains to airport and Ginza line were about 10-minute walk. Even after checking out you could leave your luggage for few hours and use the first floor facilities.
    Guest review by
    Nor Lyana binti
    Solo traveller
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,270 reviews
    One of the best hostels I‘ve ever stayed in! Super clean, extremely comfortable and such a lovely vibe. Not many hostels manage to create such a nice social atmosphere. Great location as well. Will come back for sure!!
    Guest review by
    Leandra
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$113.80
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,736 reviews
    Friendly staff, welcoming inclusive atmospheres, Great location (5 min away from Sensoji temple, a bit far from the station, about 10min. But the scenery of the area is so unique and I enjoyed walking. I felt safe to walk back to the hostel from the station midnight by myself, and the local people there are really kind). I stayed in a dormitory room, everyone was kind and thoughtful ( quiet at night). Stayed there for 4 nights and I had a good time there! I also liked the electric piano at the entrance.
    Guest review by
    Momoko
    Solo traveller