With its clean, comfortable dormitories and stylish facilities, Kyoto Morris Hostel near Jingu-Marutamachi Station proves that hostels don’t have to be just for students or backpackers. Great for travellers looking for comfort on a tight budget.
Kyoto Morris Hostel – image © Booking.com
Mention hostels and some people might immediately think of loud spaces, dirty shared facilities, and dingy surroundings. But whoever said inexpensive hostels automatically meant low-quality? Kyoto Morris Hostel belongs to a new wave of hip, modern, stylish Japanese hostels providing quality stays to travellers who look for comfort on a budget.
Kyoto Morris Hostel – image © Booking.com
Located a short 7-minute walk from Jingu-Marutamachi Station, Kyoto Morris Hostel is a well-appointed hostel, with friendly, polite staff, and clean, comfortable bunk beds. Each bunk bed comes with a reading light, privacy curtain, and electric outlet. A hotel room it is not, but it’s surprisingly comfortable.
The shared showers have high water pressure – important for those who care about their daily baths – and they’re usually clean and nice to use.
Kyoto Morris Hostel – image © Booking.com
As expected of good hostels, there are a number of things here that make it easier to mingle with other guests. There’s a fun lounge area and an on-site bar to help lubricate conversations with fellow travellers. Bicycles are available to rent, and we recommend asking the front desk for one – cycling is one of the best ways to explore Kyoto.
Kyoto Morris Hostel – image © Booking.com
The breakfast buffet isn’t included in your bunk bed price, but it’s available for an additional six dollars or so. It’s tasty enough for the price, and there’s a decent variety of food. If you’re staying multiple nights, we’d suggest having breakfast here for one day and checking out nearby cafes or bakeries for the rest of your time.
It’s not the most centrally located hostel around. But, it’s very near the Imperial Palace grounds, and it’s a short walk from the upper end of Teramachi Street with all its cool antique and craft shops.
Name in English:
Kyoto Morris Hostel
Name in Japanese:
京都モーリスホステル
English address:
133-1 Umenoki-cho, Shinkarasuma-dori-Takeyamachi-agaru, Nakagyo-ku
Japanese address:
中京区新烏丸通竹屋町上ル梅之木町133-1
Price:
Internet: wifi access
Non-smoking rooms: Yes
Nearest Transport:
7min walk from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station, Tozai subway line
Telephone: 257-0333
Website:
:: Check availability on Booking.com or Agoda.com
Website: Facebook page
Near To Here:
Kyoto Morris Hostel is located in Central Kyoto. See our complete list of things to do in Central Kyoto, including places to eat, nightlife and places to stay.
Where Is This Place Located?
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Kyoto Vacation Checklist
- For all the essentials in a brief overview, see my First Time In Kyoto guide
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