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Hostel Otro Mundo

Property class: 2

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A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden ceiling, and a futon bed.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a wooden table, a sofa, and a futon.
A hostel with a tiled exterior, a bicycle parked outside, and a sign indicating it is a hostel.
A wooden interior with bunk beds, a bench, and a hanging light fixture.
A narrow hallway with a wooden floor leading to a room with shelves and a bicycle.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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370-1 Rokuban-cho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 602-8351
  • Place, Kitano Tenmangū
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Nijō Castle
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Kyoto Imperial Palace
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room A/B

A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a floral bedspread, wooden hangers on the wall, and a small bedside table with a lamp.

Double Room A/B

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A small, neatly arranged room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a lamp.

Double Room D

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Mixed Dormitory

A small wooden cabin room with a single bed, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Mixed Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, two single beds with floral bedding, a futon, a shoji screen, and a small window with a curtain.

Japanese Style Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Located in Central Kyoto, Hostel Otro Mundo is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Kitano Tenmangū and Nijō Castle. This 4-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities.
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What's nearby

  • Kitano Tenmangū - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Nijō Castle - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Nishijin Textile Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kinkaku-ji Temple - 6 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 7 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Nijo Station - 18 min walk
  • Emmachi Station - 19 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪くら寿司 西陣店 - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪SLow Page - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪ラーメンムギュ Vol.1 - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Maggie's Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪castella do paulo - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Hostel Otro Mundo

Guests staying at Hostel Otro Mundo enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a garden. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and access to locker space.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other amenities include 2 bathrooms, fans, and hair dryers. Bathrooms are shared; housekeeping is not available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 shared bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from noon - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 7 and younger (only guests older than 7 are allowed)

Important information

Fees

  • 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.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Towels fee: JPY 500 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near Hostel Otro Mundo?

This hostel is situated in Central Kyoto within a short 14-minute walk of Nijō Castle and also 13 minutes on foot from Kitano Tenmangū. You'll also find Shijo Street and Kinkaku-ji Temple within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Hostel Otro Mundo?

No, there isn't parking at this hostel.

Does Hostel Otro Mundo feature a casino?

No, Hostel Otro Mundo doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hostel Otro Mundo?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Are there hot tubs at Hostel Otro Mundo?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hostel Otro Mundo have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Hostel Otro Mundo doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Hostel Otro Mundo allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hostel Otro Mundo.

Are there connecting rooms at Hostel Otro Mundo?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

Where is the closest airport to Hostel Otro Mundo?

The closest major airport to Hostel Otro Mundo is Itami Airport (ITM), which is about 23.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hostel Otro Mundo?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Hostel Otro Mundo.

Hostel Otro Mundo Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 67 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything perfect, clean, staff very kind
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and convenient stay. Close to the bus stop.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lova

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good! Clean and cozy interior
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Conor

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff were very friendly and make my stay easy and enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time at a hostel, it was very chill.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kadir

Liked: Amenities
Nice Japanese experience. Thank you Kyoto
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Victor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The building has so many holes in it. And the building was freezing. There was barely anyone at the front desk to help. The floors squeaked and the from door of the place wasn’t locked at night.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Hidemura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Except check-in late and checkout early ,others are ok
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

kyle

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great hostel for the price point I'd stay here again. Staff is great and they have all the amenities promised. If booking a private room, book the tatami room and futons not the western bedroom, the mattress springs are deadly. Air conditioners are pretty dusty and have some mold, they could use a cleaning. But overall it's a excellent place to stay on a budget.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the stay. Everyone was really pleasant. House rules made sense and kept everything in shape to be usable for eveyone. I loved the simpleness and at the same time it was cosy and welcoming. Neighborhood felt safe The busstation was 2 min. waking. All in all great value for the price. We would come again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Lea

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like that I get to experience a nice Kyoto neighborhood. The service could be improved. I felt like the staffs were not friendly every time I said hi. They also turn off the AC in the middle of the might and even if it runs, it’s usually very light so I try to turn on the fan at the same time to avoid sweating. However, it’s hard to sleep due to the fan noises.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

chizuki

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
鍵を朝返したのに、返却がないとメールがきました。 返信がないと盗難届を出すとまで記載がありましました。 その後何もなかったように、鍵受け取りましたと返信がありましまた。 勘違いはあると思いますが、私も紛失したかと不安になりましたので、勘違いでした。とひと言言ってほしかったです。
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jonathan alonso

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo bien
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Atención despersonalizada y sucio

Cuando llegamos había un olor en el piso de abajo muy desagradable, ahí mismo se encuentra la ducha, por lo que no nos dió confianza bañarnos. Nunca encontramos a nadie para reportarlo y como íbamos a estar más días, decidimos cambiar de hotel. A lo que tampoco hubo nadie para revisar que habíamos hecho el check out antes.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

としみつ

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
快適に過ごせたのですが、 共同部屋のとなり客が、朝4時～7時に小声で礼拝？を2日間されて、少し困った。 異文化体験と思えば、面白いかも。
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Zhanglei

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
狭い。過ごしにくい
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

一人旅

快適に滞在できた
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

部屋が少し寒く、リビングもストーブのみで部屋全体がなかなか暖まらない
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pour petits budgets

Parfait pour les étudiants et les petits budgets. Pour les autres, vous pourrez obtenir plus de services et de confort pour quelques dollars de plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location was not very central, but still ok, with some supermarkets and restaurants close by. The staff were all amazing and extremely helpful and friendly in suggesting things to see and do as well as just socialising and helping with booking transport etc. The hostel is quite old and the dorms especially are very minimalistic and somewhat run down. There was some issue with the air conditioning one of the nights, but it was sorted out for the next night. The bathrooms and showers were clean and there was a nice common area. The kitchen had the needed amenities, and I really liked the fact that they let you use the shower and kitchen even after you check out. It creates a very hospitable, generous, welcoming feeling :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great staff, fun stay

Personally, I loved this location. It was quiet, had plenty of convenience stores around, and the living area was so cozy. I can see how people not prepared for something minimalist may not enjoy this hotel, but I thought it was so fun. It almost reminded me of a summer camp, and the staff was super friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
特に困る事もなく安く泊まれたので満足です。
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay for the price. Very practical and good location within the city. Also highly recommend the bike rental, as it's pricing is also superb (is this even a word^^).
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

バス停、コンビニ、スーパー、食事処、周辺施設が充実

ドミトリールームは、二段ベッドではなくカプセルホテルのような洞穴みたいな寝床のため、閉所の苦手な人は寝にくいかも。あと共有スペースにテレビないので、日本人にはちょっと退屈かも。泊まりに来る外国人のマナーは良い人が多いので、共有スペースでお話するのは楽しい宿です。
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

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