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Mulan Hostel

2.0 star property

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Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, cookware/dishes/utensils
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3 bedrooms, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

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74-16, Arashiyama Kamikaidocho, Nishikyo, Kyoto, Kyoto, 616-0016
  • Place, Arashiyama Onsen
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Togetsukyo Bridge
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

3 bedrooms, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Economy Shared Dormitory, Women only

3 bedrooms, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Economy Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • Hill view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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3 bedrooms, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Japanese Style Room for 2 person

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

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3 bedrooms, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Classic Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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3 bedrooms, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Japanese Style Room for 3 person

  • Mountain view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

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3 bedrooms, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Basic House

  • City view
  • 2476 sq ft
  • 8 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 28
  • 16 Twin Beds and 12 Twin Futons

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Located in Arashiyama, Mulan Hostel is adjacent to Arashiyama Onsen and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Togetsukyo Bridge. This 9-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and a business center.
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What's nearby

  • Arashiyama Onsen - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Togetsukyo Bridge - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Tenryu-ji Temple - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Bamboo Forest Street - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Hankyu Arashiyama Station - 3 min walk
  • Saga-Arashiyama Station - 19 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪% Arabica - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪レストラン嵐山 - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪嵐山 よしむら - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪かづら野清修庵 - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪YOSIYA KYOTO - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Mulan Hostel

Guests of Mulan Hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and microwave in a common area. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with concierge services, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, a computer station, and an arcade/game room.
Guests can expect free WiFi and wired Internet, along with flat-screen TVs. Other standard amenities include washers/dryers, 4 bathrooms, and refrigerators. Bathrooms are shared.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: JPY 1,200 for adults and JPY 1,200 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2017
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • 4 shared bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave on request
  • Oven

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance 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)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately JPY 1200 for adults and JPY 1200 for children
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:00 PM and midnight

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 credit card or 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 credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
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 or credit card for incidental charges, as well as 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 credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

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

Mulan Hostel Kyoto
Mulan Kyoto
Mulan Hostel Kyoto
Mulan Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Mulan Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Mulan Hostel?

Mulan Hostel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Mulan Hostel?

As of Apr 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mulan Hostel on Apr 14, 2026 start from $91, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do near Mulan Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Arashiyama, just steps from Arashiyama Onsen, and within a 10-minute walk of Togetsukyo Bridge and Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama. You'll also find Shijo Street and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Mulan Hostel?

No, there isn't parking at this hostel.

Does Mulan Hostel feature a casino?

No, Mulan Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Mulan Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What do couples enjoy most about Mulan Hostel?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like free wired internet as well as a bar/lounge and concierge services.

Are there hot tubs at Mulan Hostel?

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

Does Mulan Hostel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Mulan Hostel offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Mulan Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Mulan Hostel.

Are there connecting rooms at Mulan Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Mulan Hostel?

The closest major airport to Mulan Hostel is Itami Airport (ITM), which is about 20.3 mi away.

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

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

Mulan Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They kept coming into my room while I was getting ready, the third time it happened they apologized
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Chose the dormitory, the bed does creak with every movement as it is made of wood. It was good for a one night stay for me, but if you are staying for 2 night or more, I recommend choosing the rooms instead. Lovely staff though, I was able to leave my luggage early in the morning before check in.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Benjamin N.

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A comfortable room. The hostel provided most necessities in kitchen. Bathrooms were tiny but clean. Only one set of tiles provided. Others cost extra. Bikes for hire. Direct bus to Kyoto train station. Close to amazing Fo fo nu onsen.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nili

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel, clean and comfortable. Very good service.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have never stayed in a hostel before, so I was filled with trepidation about what the atmosphere would be like. I need not have worried, Mulan Hostel was perfect, spotlessly clean, modern throughout. A quiet and peaceful sanctuary. Mulan Hostel has set the bar very high, fantastic!! Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damasa

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

A sweet place to land

Mulan Hostel was wonderful. I came a little close to 9pm but they greeted me with such warmth and care. The dorm bed was comfortable and very nice. I loved the amenities and hot shower. The area is perfect for seeing sights and also the bus stops right in front of the Hostel. The train was a 20min walk which is lovely in the Spring. I would love to stay more nights in the future .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessie, Reno

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hostel with very kind staff. Everything was very clean and there were a lot of thoughtful touches. It is right on a road so earplugs were helpful to drown out road noise at night. Lots of great food options during the day but things close early so fewer dinner options. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10/10. Loved my stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tristan

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Traditional, clean, cheap and well located and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Atsuko

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and simple, we enjoyed it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steffen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nichole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a beautiful property and a great spot for Arashiyama! Within walking distance to a lot of the main sights but still off the beaten track. Very cute and well designed. Most of the other guests were incredibly respectful and friendly, the host was phenomenal. Highly recommend KyoCafe down the road and the grilled meats/seafood stand past the bridge on the main tourist street (hard to miss but didn’t catch a name). Also, highly recommend an early start for the bamboo groves, parks and temples if you prefer less crowded times. We did have one night of noisy neighbors but that’s bound to happen from time to time. No other complaints though, very worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Beau

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosa Elena

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Make you feel like you was at home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sara

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

Nice place in Arashiyama

Good wifi. It's pretty convenient to train and bus lines (the 28 City bus picks up across the street and the Hankyu train line is around the corner) and it's about 10 minutes from the bridge. Note: the breakfast is served at a cafe around the corner, but only from 9-11, so you may need to schedule your day accordingly (or don't sign up for breakfast and plan on eating elsewhere). A lot of restaurants in Arashiyama close pretty early (the izakaya next door stays open for normal dinner hours, but the highly recommended sushi place closes at 5 pm). Clean rooms. Front desk is open for check-in until 9pm, but then you get a code for the front door and for your room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super welcoming and helpful reception. Very nice other guests. Great local public onsen. Lovely area to explore temple and bamboo forests.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and our host's English was very good. She showed us around the property and gave us the breakdown of what's good in Kyoko
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place and great to walk around with the family
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Frank, Vancouver, Canada

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

Friendly owner and a thoughtful place

The owner is a young couple, who are very welcoming and social. They have a nice common area for people to socialize. The entire facility is a year old and very clean. It was very refreshing to stay there, and I would love to be back again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Saa, Bangkok, Thailand

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

Nice place to stay for visiting Arashiyama

The place is nice and yes staffs of this hostel are really friendly and helpful. The place is few minutes walk from the famous place of Arashiyama and train station. It really convenience for traveler if you would like to change a place to stay from place to place because from this hotel you can walk just 1-2 mins to bus station and not more than 5 mins to Train Station.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

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