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Our top choices for Tokyo hostels

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, large windows, and a city view.

1. HOTEL GRAPHY SHIBUYA

HOTEL GRAPHY SHIBUYA
3.0 star property
Shibuya
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (335 reviews)
"Overall great hotel to stay"
United States
Walter
The price is P6,915
P7,606 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
HOTEL GRAPHY SHIBUYA
A room with a round table, two chairs, a potted plant, and a view of buildings through large windows with blinds.

2. Phoenix Inn

Phoenix Inn
1.0 star property
Minato
7.6 out of 10, Good, (54 reviews)
"Good for short stays."
United States
Jae
The price is P2,607
P2,868 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Phoenix Inn
A modern restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, shelves with bottles and decorations, and a bar area.

3. Grids Tokyo Ueno Hotel & Hostel

Grids Tokyo Ueno Hotel & Hostel
2.0 star property
Ueno
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (346 reviews)
"Convenient to go anywhere"
United States
Marie Karen
The price is P3,664
P4,030 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Grids Tokyo Ueno Hotel & Hostel
An office space with modern design, featuring a neon sign, illuminated cubicles, and hanging plants.

4. UNPLAN Shinjuku – Hostel

UNPLAN Shinjuku – Hostel
2.0 star property
Shinjuku
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (315 reviews)
"All you need to know is the place is very social. Go here if you are solo traveling and don’t want to feel lonely."
United States
Arun
The price is P4,372
P4,810 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
UNPLAN Shinjuku – Hostel
A kitchen with built-in appliances, including a microwave, toaster, and coffee maker, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

5. Upper Hotel Ryogoku

Upper Hotel Ryogoku
2.0 star property
Sumida
The price is P1,989
P2,188 total
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Upper Hotel Ryogoku
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, and a view of a cityscape through floor-to-ceiling windows.

6. Book & Bed Tokyo Shinjuku - Hostel

Book & Bed Tokyo Shinjuku - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shinjuku
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (510 reviews)
"So affordable, so comfortable! wanna use again."
Japan
Ryoya
The price is P2,987
P3,286 total
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Book & Bed Tokyo Shinjuku - Hostel
A bunk bed room with a window, a plant, and a ladder.

7. Shinagawa-Shuku Guest House & Tours - Hostel

Shinagawa-Shuku Guest House & Tours - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shinagawa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (199 reviews)
"I've stayed at the guesthouse for the third time now and I am happy to return again. Especially the staff makes the stay enjoyable, so I would recommend joining one of their events."
Germany
Justin
The price is P3,596
P4,351 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Shinagawa-Shuku Guest House & Tours - Hostel
A restaurant interior with bar stools, tables, and a decorative bird statue.

8. Wise Owl Hostels Shibuya

Wise Owl Hostels Shibuya
2.0 star property
Meguro
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (241 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay!!"
United States
Judith
The price is P3,983
P4,381 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Wise Owl Hostels Shibuya
Reception

9. HOSTEL EstLiLas KANDA

HOSTEL EstLiLas KANDA
1.0 star property
Chiyoda
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (22 reviews)
"Kind staff, comfy beds, good location"
United States
Aneesie
The price is P2,966
P3,262 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
HOSTEL EstLiLas KANDA
A coffee shop counter with a coffee machine, a kettle, and various coffee beans and containers.

10. almond hostel & cafe Shibuya

almond hostel & cafe Shibuya
1.0 star property
Shibuya
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (383 reviews)
"Great spot"
United States
Alyssa
The price is P3,244
P3,569 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
almond hostel & cafe Shibuya
The entrance to a cafe and bar named HIVE in Tokyo, featuring a modern design with vertical wooden slats and a welcoming entrance.

11. Tokyo Guesthouse HIVE

Tokyo Guesthouse HIVE
2.0 star property
Chuo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (57 reviews)
"Great place to stay and good location "
Canada
Mahmoud
The price is P4,106
P4,517 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Tokyo Guesthouse HIVE
A building with a neon sign reading "TEPPAN Johnny" and a sign above it that says "BENJAMIN TOKYO".

12. Beagle Tokyo Hostel and Apartments

Beagle Tokyo Hostel and Apartments
2.0 star property
Haneda
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (530 reviews)
"One of the best hostels I stayed at during my trip to Japan"
United States
Kyle
The price is P4,707
P5,178 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Beagle Tokyo Hostel and Apartments
A modern hotel entrance with a glass door, a sign reading "HOTEL+HOSTEL", and a small garden area with plants.

13. Hotel Plus Hostel TOKYO ASAKUSA 1

Hotel Plus Hostel TOKYO ASAKUSA 1
1.0 star property
Taito
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (163 reviews)
"Thank you! Wonderful staff and really well kept property with amazingly grest spa amenities! I'll be back! Again, arigato gozaimasu! Sheldon😊👍"
Canada
Sheldon
The price is P2,023
P2,225 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Hotel Plus Hostel TOKYO ASAKUSA 1
A modern bar area with a long counter, wooden stools, and a ceiling with exposed pipes and greenery.

14. Plat Hostel Keikyu Minowa Forest

Plat Hostel Keikyu Minowa Forest
2.0 star property
Taito
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (70 reviews)
"Everyone was so nice there, bathrooms and rooms were very clean. The only thing is that our bed wasn’t the comfiest. "
Canada
Jessica
The price is P2,816
P3,097 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Plat Hostel Keikyu Minowa Forest
A modern building entrance with a glass door, a metal fence, and a digital information board.

15. Wasabi Mita Hotel

Wasabi Mita Hotel
2.0 star property
Minato
7.8 out of 10, Good, (502 reviews)
"Definitely good for a short stay, near the subway station!"
United States
Jacqueline
The price is P4,497
P4,947 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Wasabi Mita Hotel
The exterior of Sakura Hotel & Cafe with a red awning, a glass door entrance, and a small outdoor seating area with plants.

16. Sakura Hotel Jimbocho - Hostel

Sakura Hotel Jimbocho - Hostel
2.0 star property
Chiyoda
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very easy access, rooms were very spacious; we booked for a room for 6 people and we were very comfortable."
Canada
Roniel Lim
The price is P3,402
P3,742 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Sakura Hotel Jimbocho - Hostel
A hotel room with two single beds, a TV, and a window with curtains.

17. House Ikebukuro – Hostel

House Ikebukuro – Hostel
1.0 star property
Ikebukuro
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (141 reviews)
"staff was super friendly"
Hong Kong SAR China
tsz ching kristin
The price is P2,798
P3,386 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
House Ikebukuro – Hostel
A group of people seated at an outdoor table in front of a cafe with a wooden interior and large windows.

18. CITAN - Hostel

CITAN - Hostel
2.0 star property
Chuo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (159 reviews)
"Friendly staff, good space, clean and lovely. Curtains could be better with the light placement."
Australia
Connor
The price is P5,793
P6,373 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
CITAN - Hostel
A bar area with a wooden bar counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles.

19. FOCUS Kuramae - Hostel

FOCUS Kuramae - Hostel
2.0 star property
Taito
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (217 reviews)
"It was a nice stay, property clean and maintained. Highly recommend "
United States
Gary
The price is P3,192
P3,511 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
FOCUS Kuramae - Hostel
Two people sitting on steps outside a building with a wooden door and a window.

20. &AND HOSTEL MINAMISENJU

&AND HOSTEL MINAMISENJU
2.0 star property
Arakawa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (179 reviews)
"I plan on staying here again. Could not ask anything more from a hostel."
United States
Tyler
The price is P2,281
P2,509 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
&AND HOSTEL MINAMISENJU
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Top Tokyo Hotel Reviews

Hotel Gracery Shinjuku

Hotel Gracery Shinjuku

10/10 Excellent
"Good Hotel! Clean Rooms, nice staff"
Giuliano 4-night trip
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Hotel Gracery Shinjuku

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Tokyo Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,758
Accommodation
182 Hostels
Lowest Price
P2,188
Highest Price
P7,606

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Tokyo?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for exploring. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its temples and museums.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dormitory-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget prices, and a social setting.
What are the best hostels in Tokyo?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These ones have the highest reviews from our customers and might be a good place to look first: HOTEL GRAPHY SHIBUYA - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Shibuya Station and Ebisu Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant, and a bar. You'll find towels, hair dryers, and bed sheets in all rooms. Wasabi Mita Hotel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Mita Station and Sengakuji Station. Property features include free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an elevator. You'll find towels, showers, and hair dryers in all rooms. Sakura Hotel Ikebukuro - Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Ikebukuro Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a restaurant, as well as a bar. You'll find towels in all rooms. Grids Tokyo Ueno Hotel & Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Iriya Station and Inaricho Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a bar, and laundry facilities. You'll find hair dryers, bed sheets, and free WiFi in all rooms. Hotel Plus Hostel TOKYO ASAKUSA 1 - 2-minute walk from Asakusa Station for easy access to public transit. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a sauna, and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with hair dryers, bed sheets, and free WiFi.
How many hostels are there in Tokyo?
If you're in the market for a low-cost place to stay in Tokyo, one of Expedia's 152 hostels could be a great option for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Tokyo?
The weather is important when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 77°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 46°F. The rainiest months in Tokyo are October, September, June, and July, with each month seeing an average of 7 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Tokyo?
In general, Tokyo is known for its temples, museums, and monuments. Major attractions include Tokyo Tower, Tokyo Dome, and Tokyo Skytree. Get out into nature with places like Ueno Park, Tokyo Bay, and Hibiya Park. Cultural attractions include Imperial Theatre, Tokyo Takarazuka Theatre, and Theatre Creation.
What's the best way to get to and around Tokyo while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Tokyo on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Haneda Airport (HND), 8.8 mi (14.1 km) away. An alternative is Narita Intl. Airport (NRT), which is 35.9 mi (57.8 km) away. Once you've arrived, you might want to make use of public transit. You can access metro transit at Hibiya Station, Ginza Station, and Ginza-Itchome Station. To explore more of the area, catch a train at Yurakucho Station, Tokyo Station, or Shimbashi Station.