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24 Jul - 26 Jul
In two weeks
31 Jul - 2 Aug
In one month
14 Aug - 16 Aug
In two months
11 Sept - 13 Sept

Our top choices for Kobe hostels

Design Quadruple Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Beach View | Living area

BeachHouse Geragera

BeachHouse Geragera
2.0 star property
Tarumi Ward
The price is NZ$158
22 July - 23 July
BeachHouse Geragera
Exterior

Guest House MAYA - Hostel

Guest House MAYA - Hostel
2.0 star property
Nada Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (100 reviews)
"Great second stay!"
Canada
Cole
The price is NZ$137
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Guest House MAYA - Hostel
Exterior

Musubi no koyado enn by Wellbe - Hostel

Musubi no koyado enn by Wellbe - Hostel
2.0 star property
Arimacho
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (64 reviews)
"Large space and very comfortable. Felt super homey and and walking g distance to all of the sights in town."
Canada
Julie
The price is NZ$132
20 July - 21 July
Musubi no koyado enn by Wellbe - Hostel
Property entrance

T&K Hostel Kobe Sannomiya East

T&K Hostel Kobe Sannomiya East
2.0 star property
Nada Ward
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (91 reviews)
"Good place to stay. "
United States
Milbunk
The price is NZ$92
21 July - 22 July
T&K Hostel Kobe Sannomiya East
Lounge

Hostel Yume Nomad

Hostel Yume Nomad
1.0 star property
Hyogo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (84 reviews)
"You'll feel at home! Staff is very nice!"
United States
Gegory
The price is NZ$120
20 July - 21 July
Hostel Yume Nomad
Sun deck

Guest House Kobe Nadeshikoya - Hostel

Guest House Kobe Nadeshikoya - Hostel
1.0 star property
Kobe City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (62 reviews)
"This place is great ideal location in Chinatown for hundreds of food, vendors and restaurants. "
United States
Ryan
The price is NZ$114
23 July - 24 July
Guest House Kobe Nadeshikoya - Hostel
Exterior

WeBase KYOTO - Hostel

WeBase KYOTO - Hostel
2.5 star property
Shimogyo Ward
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"It is awesome place with excellent staff"
United States
Erkan
The price is NZ$49
21 July - 22 July
WeBase KYOTO - Hostel
Exterior

BOND - Hostel

BOND - Hostel
1.0 star property
Shimamoto
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (19 reviews)
"great location no staff as such just follow door codes given in app nice area good transport links"
United Kingdom
nicholas
The price is NZ$76
5 Aug - 6 Aug
BOND - Hostel
Street view

SEKAI HOTEL Deep Osaka Experience - Hostel

SEKAI HOTEL Deep Osaka Experience - Hostel
2.0 star property
Higashi-osaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (47 reviews)
"Sekai Hotel was perfect for what I needed: a place to sleep and keep some stuff while I explored Osaka. It is a great deal, close to the subway and tons of shops and restaurants, and got the job done. "
United States
Devina
The price is NZ$116
20 July - 21 July
SEKAI HOTEL Deep Osaka Experience - Hostel
Hallway

Shironoshita Guesthouse - Hostel

Shironoshita Guesthouse - Hostel
1.0 star property
Himeji
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (49 reviews)
"The family who owns the Guesthouse is warm and welcoming. The breakfast was delicious and our Family loved to stay there. "
Denmark
Anne-Sofie
The price is NZ$87
31 July - 1 Aug
Shironoshita Guesthouse - Hostel
Living area

Himeji 588 Guesthouse – Hostel

Himeji 588 Guesthouse – Hostel
1.0 star property
Himeji
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (57 reviews)
"The staff were very friendly and accommodating."
United States
Gabriel
The price is NZ$83
22 July - 23 July
Himeji 588 Guesthouse – Hostel
Garden

Mulan Hostel

Mulan Hostel
2.0 star property
Arashiyama
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (62 reviews)
"Great place to stay. "
Canada
Heather
The price is NZ$106
23 July - 24 July
Mulan Hostel
Bar (on property)

Guesthouse Sakura Komachi - Hostel

Guesthouse Sakura Komachi - Hostel
2.0 star property
Kita Ward
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7 reviews)
"C’était trop bien. L’hôte est vraiment aux petits soins et attentionnée. Elle donne des conseils sur des endroits à visiter. Elle est également soucieuse de la bonne santé de ses hôtes. Elle est gentille et aimable. Si vous un petit moment, faites un tour dans son restaurant !"
France
Erwan
The price is NZ$77
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Guesthouse Sakura Komachi - Hostel
Exterior detail

KIX Nest - Hostel

KIX Nest - Hostel
1.0 star property
Izumisano
The price is NZ$113
19 July - 20 July
KIX Nest - Hostel
Property grounds

Guesthouse KINGYOYA - Hostel

Guesthouse KINGYOYA - Hostel
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (19 reviews)
"Lovely little ryokan, very traditional and homely. Traditional breakfast was tasty."
Australia
JASON
The price is NZ$72
23 July - 24 July
Guesthouse KINGYOYA - Hostel
Lobby lounge

J-Hoppers Osaka Universal - Hostel

J-Hoppers Osaka Universal - Hostel
1.5 star property
Konohana
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (145 reviews)
"Room was clean and neat, friendly atmosphere for families or just friends "
United States
Rogelio
The price is NZ$59
20 July - 21 July
J-Hoppers Osaka Universal - Hostel
Japanese garden

Gion Koh - Hostel

Gion Koh - Hostel
2.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"Very nice to experience traditional Japanese accommodation, Hiro is a very friendly and attentive host! Strongly recommended!"
Norway
Andrea
The price is NZ$177
21 July - 22 July
Gion Koh - Hostel
Front of property – evening/night

Ryokan Hostel Gion

Ryokan Hostel Gion
2.0 star property
Gion
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (84 reviews)
"Easy to check in and check out. "
United States
Dylan
The price is NZ$80
26 July - 27 July
Ryokan Hostel Gion
Street view

Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel

Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (92 reviews)
"Everything was amazing, highly recommend staying here :)"
United Kingdom
Victoria
The price is NZ$66
20 July - 21 July
Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel
Books

Kokonoe Machiya

Kokonoe Machiya
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"Clean and warm atmosphere. Thank you Toni- san. "
Japan
Midori
The price is NZ$144
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Kokonoe Machiya
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Top Kobe Hotel Reviews

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

8/10 Good
"You cannot wear swimming attire in the pools and they are not mixed so if you go with a partner you can’t use the pool with them"
Joanna 1-night trip
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Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

Find out more about Kobe

Kobe Hostels information

Number of reviews
558
Accommodation
224 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$49
Highest Price
NZ$177

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Kobe?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your money for exploring. You can check out the museums and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look identical, but these dormitory-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), budget-friendly prices and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Kobe?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These ones have the best reviews from our customers and could be a good place to start looking: T&K Hostel Kobe Sannomiya East - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Kobe Oishi Station. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace, as well as laundry facilities. You'll find towels, TVs and hairdryers in all rooms. Musubi no koyado enn by Wellbe - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Arima Onsen Station. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a restaurant at this property. Rooms come with towels, hairdryers and bed sheets.
How many hostels are there in Kobe?
If you're hoping to find a low-cost place to stay in Kobe, one of Expedia's 11 hostels might be a great option.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Kobe?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 25°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 7°C. The rainiest months in Kobe are July, September, June and August, with each month seeing an average of 229 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Kobe?
Generally, Kobe is known for its gardens, museums and hot springs. Major attractions include Universal Studios Japan, Dotonbori and Arima Onsen. Get out into nature with places such as Kobe Nunobiki Herb Garden, Kobe Animal Kingdom and Suma Beach. Cultural attractions include Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art, Takarazuka Revue Theater Troupe and Kobe International House.
What's the best way to get to and around Kobe while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Kobe in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Kobe (UKB), located 4.6 mi (7.3 km) away. Another option is Osaka (ITM-Itami), situated 15.5 mi (25 km) away. Once you're on the ground, you might want to make use of public transport. You can take advantage of metro transport at Sannomiya Hanadokeimae Station, Kyukyoryuchi Daimarumae Station and Boeki Center Station. To check out more of the area, catch a train at Kobe Sannomiya Station, Kobe Kasuganomichi Station or Kobe Station.

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