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title: "WISE OWL HOSTELS KYOTO, Kyoto: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "WISE OWL HOSTELS KYOTO in Kyoto: rated 9.0 by guests, 2-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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retrieved: 2026-10-15
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Hostel · ★★
# WISE OWL HOSTELS KYOTO

東九条東松ノ木町, Kyoto, Japan

9.0 ·  Excellent 1,768 reviews ·  #263 #263 of 836 in Kyoto ·  4.2/5 on Google, 268 reviews ·  8.9 Location score
## About WISE OWL HOSTELS KYOTO

WISE OWL HOSTELS KYOTO is a hostel in 東九条東松ノ木町, Kyoto, Japan. It holds a 2-star rating. Guests rate it 9.0 out of 10 across 1,768 reviews. Facilities include free wi-fi. It is 1.8 km from the centre of Kyoto. The nearest airport, Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM), is 36 km away.

- **Type:** Hostel

- **Star rating:** ★★

- **Check-in from:** 15:00

- **Check-out until:** 10:00

- **Rooms:** 136

- **Floors:** 10

- **Opened:** 2019

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 113

96-1 Nishikujo, Ikenouchicho, Minami-ku [wiseowlhostels.com](https://wiseowlhostels.com/ja/kyoto/)

## How WISE OWL HOSTELS KYOTO scores

Better rated than 69% of hotels in Kyoto

-   Guest rating **9.0**
-   Location **8.9**
-   Public transport **9.5**

Kyoto average

## Rating on Google

4.2/5

268 Google reviews

-   5★71%
-   4★14%
-   3★7%
-   2★0%
-   1★7%

From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score.

## Amenities

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Services

-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   Blackout curtains

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **8.9**/10

- **Walk grade:** **95**/100 Great for walkers

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **150**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **20**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Shibuya Station</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">240 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">36 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">82 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Kyoto</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.8 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   平重衡 受戒之地140 m
-   松下資料館160 m
-   梅小路男蒸気関車庫200 m
-   VS PARK イオンモールKYOTO店220 m
-   Jr京都伊勢丹 美術館「えき」410 m
-   八條院および八條第跡490 m

## WISE OWL HOSTELS KYOTO: in detail

At WISE OWL HOSTELS KYOTO, exceptional service and top-notch amenities create a memorable experience for guests. Complimentary internet access is available in the hostel to ensure you stay connected during your visit. Continuously receive the support you require through front desk amenities such as luggage storage. At the hostel, utilize the convenient laundromat to maintain your preferred travel attire fresh, allowing you to pack lighter. Due to health concerns, smoking is strictly prohibited within the entire premises of hostel. Accommodations come equipped with all the conveniences required for a restful night's slumber. A selection of rooms feature linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning to ensure your comfort and convenience.

### Compare

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## Questions about WISE OWL HOSTELS KYOTO

### How do guests rate WISE OWL HOSTELS KYOTO?

WISE OWL HOSTELS KYOTO has a guest rating of 9.0 out of 10 from 1,768 reviews, which is better than 69% of rated hotels in Kyoto.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at WISE OWL HOSTELS KYOTO?

Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 10:00.

### How far is WISE OWL HOSTELS KYOTO from the airport?

The nearest airport, Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM), is 36 km away in a straight line.

### How many rooms does WISE OWL HOSTELS KYOTO have?

WISE OWL HOSTELS KYOTO has 136 rooms on 10 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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