Hostels in Tokyo

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Cheapest monthJune
Most expensive monthMarch
Top rated by travelersUnplan Kagurazaka, AED 278
Cheapest bed foundHostel Lodging Tokyo Ueno, AED 130

Finding cheap hotels in Tokyo: FAQs

According to our pricing calendar data, you can score the cheapest bed in June.
No! Hostels are a great option for anyone looking for a budget stay. These days, hostels in Tokyo are full of digital nomads and tourists of all ages.
Yes. Party hostels and youth hostels with 20-person dorms do still exist in most cities, but so do ultra-modern boutique hostels with plenty of private rooms, cozy bars, and even swimming pools. These kinds of hostels are popular with solo travelers over 30.
Since you’ll be surrounded by likeminded travelers, hostels are always the safest (and most sociable!) places to stay in Tokyo. You’ll meet new friends to go out with, share tips and advice on how to get around, and find out if there are any unsafe places to avoid. Most major Tokyo hostels even have female-only dorms. And if you’re worried about your belongings, don’t be — you can lock them away in a padlocked locker or safe while you’re out exploring.
Yes! Hostels in Tokyo generally tend to be the most budget-friendly option in Tokyo. Not only can you get a bed for as little as AED 130 per night, you can also cook your own food in the hostel kitchen.
Other backpackers rated Book And Bed Tokyo Shinjuku, Yamate Rest House (Male Only), and Lucky Hostel as the best hostels in central Tokyo for value, cleanliness, and comfort.