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Hostel Mundo

2.0 star property
Hostel within easy reach of Nijō Castle

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board - Hostel Mundo (Kyoto)
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Japanese-Style Single Room, Shared Bathroom | Down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board - Hostel Mundo (Kyoto)
Japanese-Style Single Room, Shared Bathroom | Down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board - Hostel Mundo (Kyoto)
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In the heart of Kyoto, Hostel Mundo offers a serene retreat. Connect to in-room WiFi, unwind in the garden, and take advantage of laundry facilities. The multilingual staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Living room
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The current price is $29
$32 total
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

Room options

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Female Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Washing machine
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Toaster
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Washing machine
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Toaster
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Japanese-Style Single Room, Shared Bathroom | Down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Japanese-Style Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Washing machine
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Toaster
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Futon

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Japanese-Style Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Spa

Japanese-Style Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Washing machine
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Toaster
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

Japanese-Style Superior Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Washing machine
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Toaster
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

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8.2 out of 10, Very Good, 56 reviews
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$32 total
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026
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About the neighborhood

Map
596 Tenbin-cho Shimodatiuri agaru, Higurasidori Kamigyo-ward, Kyoto, Kyoto, 602-8105

What's nearby

  • Nijō Castle - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Kitano Tenmangū - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Shijo Street - 6 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Kawaramachi Street - 9 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 57 min drive
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 97 min drive
  • Nijo Station - 17 min walk
  • Kitano-Hakubaicho Station - 27 min walk
  • Omiya Station - 27 min walk
  • Nijojo-mae Station - 16 min walk
  • Marutamachi Station - 16 min walk
  • Emmachi Station - 22 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪めん馬鹿一代 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Snn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪珈ノ介コーヒ - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪素食カフェren堀川店 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪角打ちあさくら：クラフトビールと日本酒の店あさくら - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hostel Mundo

Hostel Mundo puts you just a 5-minute drive from Nijō Castle and Kawaramachi Street. Also, Kyoto Imperial Palace and Nishiki Market are just a 5-minute drive away.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 4 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 15
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from noon - 9:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 15
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Children

    • Children (7 years old and younger) not allowed
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • 24-hour offsite parking within 230 ft (JPY 800 per day)
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Washing machine
  • Laundry detergent

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Separate living room

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Freezer
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Griddle
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs JPY 800 per day (230 ft away; open 24 hours)

Policies

The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property only accepts cash.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Luggage storage is available from 8 AM.

Also known as

Hostel Mundo Kyoto
Hostel Mundo
Mundo Kyoto
Hostel Mundo Kyoto
Hostel Mundo Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Hostel Mundo Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Hostel Mundo?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hostel Mundo?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Hostel Mundo and nearby?

Hostel Mundo has a garden.

What's the area around Hostel Mundo like?

Hostel Mundo is a short 17-minute walk from Nijō Castle and 19 minutes' walk from Kyoto Imperial Palace.

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Reviews

Hostel Mundo Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.8

Eco-friendliness

7.4

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Very special, very nice place, we will be back

really an adventure, very japanese, very speciel place, we never stayed anywhere like that, no luxury but great atmosfare, quet area, close to buses and shops and temple, we just loved it
3-night trip

8/10 Very good

You definitely only get what you pay for. Not the best, but it has everything you need!
Taylor, 3-night trip

2/10 Poor

Listen people dont stay here unless you are seriously low on funds. The condition lf this place is very shabby. The pictures do it alot more justice than it deserves. I feel bad the staff is really nice but the doors here lock with padlocks on the outside and latch hooks on the inside....the the lights are powered by extension cords that are stapled into the walls. This place needs a massive overhaul to be habitable.
Richard, 3-night trip

2/10 Poor

Está padrisimo que sea un alojamiento de mas de 100 años, sin embargo la estancia en si deja mucho que desear y lo que mas me incomodó fue que nos cobraran el uso de las toallas cuando es un recurso en todos los servicios de hospedaje. Las colchonetas me parecieron sumamente incómodas, es un alojamiento para chicos de menos de 30 años. La regadera es sumamente peligrosa y bueno el aire acondicionado no funciona como promete la descripción y en reemplazo colocan un ventilador de piso....reservamos 3 noches pero solo aguantamos 2, decidimos retirarnos.
Itzel, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

印象的な宿でした

隣室の会話が筒抜けですが…それを除けば古き趣きあって大正時代を感じる事ができます。
2-night trip

6/10 Good

small area

room area is very small, so insufficient open space to place luggage. But here is a traditional marchi ya you can feel
Helen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

親切な対応でよかったです。
1-night trip

6/10 Good

Habitacion muy pequeña. El baño alejado. En el pso de abajo.
Paula, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very nice support with everything, nearby cultural points like the Nijo-jo Castle, good subway/bus line near to it, beautiful traditional house!
Sonja, 8-night trip

6/10 Good

とくにみあたらなかったです。
ちゃん, 8-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Je recommande. Maison traditionnelle centenaire en bois. Idéal pour les voyageurs. On a l'impression d'être en famille au sein du personnel et l'on y fait de belles rencontres. Le quartier est très beau avec ses maisons du vieux Kyoto. Très propre !!
CINDY, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My favorite Japanese stay

I was so pleased with Hostel Mundo! It has the style of a traditional Japanese home, with all the comforts that come along with that. That means snug rooms with sleeping cushions on tatami mat floors, a warm home-like environment in the common quarters, and a welcoming staff that is knowledgeable about the surrounding area of Kyoto. I actually wish to stay here again! So I hope I can the next time I want to visit Kyoto. A little distant from the more happening parts of the city, and a bit of a walk to the closest train station, but otherwise really, memorably great in all ways.
Bryan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wooden house, very traditional feel
Aaron, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very friendly
stefan, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

This place was not comfortable - the space had been carved into too many rooms, and every space was cramped. The shared bathroom area was ridiculous - you have to turn sideways to get down the hall. The walls are paper thin and you can easily hear through them. The 'free breakfast' considered of toast and one egg. We paid way over 10,000 yen per night for the 3 person "family room", which was far too much. Two positives: the location is good, and the staff were generally very helpful and nice.
4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

不错！

第一次住这种类型，觉得还不错，其他房间的客人也很好，很多外国人，讲英文的哥哥姐姐也有，还能一起聊天，酒店的人也相当好，教你怎样坐车之类的，很热情！
ziqi, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff. Organized and quiet. Good location to Imperial Palace and Nijo Castle. Close to bus stop that take you to Kyoto Station (take #9 bus). Old, quaint building. Not fancy but good hostel/backpackers location.
3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Traditional stay in Kyoto.

Great place if you want a more traditional stay while in Kyoto. Staff was very friendly and helpful with recommendations. The house is a little aged which gives it a rustic feel with the tatami rooms and decor. The futons are pretty comfortable considering but still is a futon, so expect that. The only real negative is that it's in the residential area so the train station is a bit of a walk, although there are buses nearby and you can rent bicycles. Overall great stay in Kyoto and would definitely do it again.
Ryan, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hostel Munro is an authentic, wonderful Japanese building with an interesting layout and beyond friendly staff. Without a doubt the best Hostel I have ever Stayed in. In addition the walk into central town is very close meaning it's perfect to get around.
Marti, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Accueil et équipe particulièrement sympa, quartier extrêmement agréable, très bon marché.
5-night trip

8/10 Very good

ちようしょくおいしかったです。じすいできるのもうれしいです。ここちよくすごすことができまたりようしたいです。
みい, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

traditional hostel with familiar atmosphere

The hostel is very traditional with a common room and tatami mattress. I loved that. Also you can enjoy there free tee and coffee. The hostel is traditional style, simple with a wonderful familiar atmosphere. I have never seen staff taking that much care about their guest and helping out wherever they can. By the way it was very clean!
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Kyoto old house,but gou can feel friendly treat by staffs.nice
2-night trip

6/10 Good

何もかも遠い

お店が遠いことや、バス停が遠いのは不便ですが、ゲストハウスとしては良いところでした。 日本人の方向けではないですが、日本が好きな方には良い場所ではないかと思います！
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff are very friendly and helpful. They would recommend good restaurants nearby and help to search the bus schedule for places you want to visit. Some of the guests were going to see sakura and the staff lady even called the temples to make sure the sakura trees were still blooming. I am sure the guests had a good time visiting Kyoto and we had nice chats at nights. :)
2-night trip