Hostel Mundo
Hostel in Kyoto
2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
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Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
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About this hostel
Hostel in Kyoto, near Nijō Castle
A microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and laundry facilities are available at this hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a garden, a front-desk safe, and multilingual staff assistance are onsite.
Bathrooms are shared.
Hostel Mundo offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and slippers. Beds feature down comforters. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen.
A microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and laundry facilities are available at this hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a garden, a front-desk safe, and multilingual staff assistance are onsite.
Bathrooms are shared.
Hostel Mundo offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and slippers. Beds feature down comforters. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen.
Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. This Kyoto hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Laundry
Garden
Map of Kyoto
Available Rooms
Female Dormitory
Beds not specified
Sleeps 2
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Double Room, Shared Bathroom
Beds not specified • 65 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Japanese-Style Single Room, Shared Bathroom
Beds not specified • 65 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Japanese-Style Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom
Beds not specified • 97 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Japanese-Style Superior Twin Room, Shared Bathroom
Beds not specified • 129 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Ratings and reviews
3.0 / 10.0
room area is very small, so insufficient open space to place luggage. But here is a traditional marchi ya you can feel
3.0 / 10.0
room area is very small, so insufficient open space to place luggage. But here is a traditional marchi ya you can feel
8.0 / 10.0
Very nice support with everything, nearby cultural points like the Nijo-jo Castle, good subway/bus line near to it, beautiful traditional house!
8.0 / 10.0
Very nice support with everything, nearby cultural points like the Nijo-jo Castle, good subway/bus line near to it, beautiful traditional house!
5.0 / 10.0
I was so pleased with Hostel Mundo! It has the style of a traditional Japanese home, with all the comforts that come along with that. That means snug rooms with sleeping cushions on tatami mat floors, a warm home-like environment in the common quarters, and a welcoming staff that is knowledgeable about the surrounding area of Kyoto. I actually wish to stay here again! So I hope I can the next time I want to visit Kyoto. A little distant from the more happening parts of the city, and a bit of a walk to the closest train station, but otherwise really, memorably great in all ways.
5.0 / 10.0
I was so pleased with Hostel Mundo! It has the style of a traditional Japanese home, with all the comforts that come along with that. That means snug rooms with sleeping cushions on tatami mat floors, a warm home-like environment in the common quarters, and a welcoming staff that is knowledgeable about the surrounding area of Kyoto. I actually wish to stay here again! So I hope I can the next time I want to visit Kyoto. A little distant from the more happening parts of the city, and a bit of a walk to the closest train station, but otherwise really, memorably great in all ways.
10.0 / 10.0
Wooden house, very traditional feel
10.0 / 10.0
Wooden house, very traditional feel
3.0 / 10.0
This place was not comfortable - the space had been carved into too many rooms, and every space was cramped. The shared bathroom area was ridiculous - you have to turn sideways to get down the hall. The walls are paper thin and you can easily hear through them. The 'free breakfast' considered of toast and one egg. We paid way over 10,000 yen per night for the 3 person "family room", which was far too much. Two positives: the location is good, and the staff were generally very helpful and nice.
3.0 / 10.0
This place was not comfortable - the space had been carved into too many rooms, and every space was cramped. The shared bathroom area was ridiculous - you have to turn sideways to get down the hall. The walls are paper thin and you can easily hear through them. The 'free breakfast' considered of toast and one egg. We paid way over 10,000 yen per night for the 3 person "family room", which was far too much. Two positives: the location is good, and the staff were generally very helpful and nice.
10.0 / 10.0
Great staff. Organized and quiet. Good location to Imperial Palace and Nijo Castle. Close to bus stop that take you to Kyoto Station (take #9 bus). Old, quaint building. Not fancy but good hostel/backpackers location.
10.0 / 10.0
Great staff. Organized and quiet. Good location to Imperial Palace and Nijo Castle. Close to bus stop that take you to Kyoto Station (take #9 bus). Old, quaint building. Not fancy but good hostel/backpackers location.
4.0 / 10.0
Great place if you want a more traditional stay while in Kyoto. Staff was very friendly and helpful with recommendations. The house is a little aged which gives it a rustic feel with the tatami rooms and decor. The futons are pretty comfortable considering but still is a futon, so expect that. The only real negative is that it's in the residential area so the train station is a bit of a walk, although there are buses nearby and you can rent bicycles. Overall great stay in Kyoto and would definitely do it again.
4.0 / 10.0
Great place if you want a more traditional stay while in Kyoto. Staff was very friendly and helpful with recommendations. The house is a little aged which gives it a rustic feel with the tatami rooms and decor. The futons are pretty comfortable considering but still is a futon, so expect that. The only real negative is that it's in the residential area so the train station is a bit of a walk, although there are buses nearby and you can rent bicycles. Overall great stay in Kyoto and would definitely do it again.
10.0 / 10.0
Hostel Munro is an authentic, wonderful Japanese building with an interesting layout and beyond friendly staff. Without a doubt the best Hostel I have ever Stayed in. In addition the walk into central town is very close meaning it's perfect to get around.
10.0 / 10.0
Hostel Munro is an authentic, wonderful Japanese building with an interesting layout and beyond friendly staff. Without a doubt the best Hostel I have ever Stayed in. In addition the walk into central town is very close meaning it's perfect to get around.
5.0 / 10.0
The hostel is very traditional with a common room and tatami mattress. I loved that. Also you can enjoy there free tee and coffee. The hostel is traditional style, simple with a wonderful familiar atmosphere. I have never seen staff taking that much care about their guest and helping out wherever they can. By the way it was very clean!
5.0 / 10.0
The hostel is very traditional with a common room and tatami mattress. I loved that. Also you can enjoy there free tee and coffee. The hostel is traditional style, simple with a wonderful familiar atmosphere. I have never seen staff taking that much care about their guest and helping out wherever they can. By the way it was very clean!
5.0 / 10.0
Kyoto old house,but gou can feel friendly treat by staffs.nice
5.0 / 10.0
Kyoto old house,but gou can feel friendly treat by staffs.nice
10.0 / 10.0
The staff are very friendly and helpful. They would recommend good restaurants nearby and help to search the bus schedule for places you want to visit. Some of the guests were going to see sakura and the staff lady even called the temples to make sure the sakura trees were still blooming. I am sure the guests had a good time visiting Kyoto and we had nice chats at nights. :)
10.0 / 10.0
The staff are very friendly and helpful. They would recommend good restaurants nearby and help to search the bus schedule for places you want to visit. Some of the guests were going to see sakura and the staff lady even called the temples to make sure the sakura trees were still blooming. I am sure the guests had a good time visiting Kyoto and we had nice chats at nights. :)
5.0 / 10.0
Its a good and very comfortable place especially for backpacker. The host is so nice and so friendly. The house is complete if you want to cook.
5.0 / 10.0
Its a good and very comfortable place especially for backpacker. The host is so nice and so friendly. The house is complete if you want to cook.
10.0 / 10.0
Friendly, clean, close to downtown and a wonderful japanese experience. Remember to rent a bike ay this guesthouse and visit Kyoto, forget about buses!
10.0 / 10.0
Friendly, clean, close to downtown and a wonderful japanese experience. Remember to rent a bike ay this guesthouse and visit Kyoto, forget about buses!
4.0 / 10.0
Locate near train station and subway. Give choice to customer to choose mode of transportation to arrive here. There are tons of other hotel here. Near the main road. Look safe. I arrive here at night and everything went smooth. Shared bathroom at ground from about 9 and toilet about 4. Hair dryer, iron, weighting scale available. The counter have lots of guide for the city. Wifi is good. Inside room is clean with futon, tv and fridge. Overview, it was a good 1 night backpacking style stay.
4.0 / 10.0
Locate near train station and subway. Give choice to customer to choose mode of transportation to arrive here. There are tons of other hotel here. Near the main road. Look safe. I arrive here at night and everything went smooth. Shared bathroom at ground from about 9 and toilet about 4. Hair dryer, iron, weighting scale available. The counter have lots of guide for the city. Wifi is good. Inside room is clean with futon, tv and fridge. Overview, it was a good 1 night backpacking style stay.
2.0 / 10.0
1. The staircase was so narrow. There was almost no landing at the foot of the staircase. One has to get off at the second/third step to avoid knocking into the wall.
2. The house was constructed of timber that made a creaking noise. I constantly feared that the ground on the second floor might collapse. Couldn't sleep well. Some walls were covered with chipboard, while the rest was in its original state - cement. It was a run-down shack.
3. The room's door was poorly fitted. There was a gap between the frame & the top of the door, hence no privacy at all.
4. The door was secured with a simple lock that could be broken into easily.
5. The house stank. The open kitchen concept meant that any smell would emanate into your room. Imagine being covered in that smell after taking a bath, just before you're about to head out or go to bed! Terrible!
6. It was overcrowded. There were about 14 occupants sharing 1 small bathroom & 2 toilets.
Overall, it was a terrible experience. We dreaded returning to the hotel everyday. Will certainly not recommend it. Not worth it even though it's cheap. If I had known the condition earlier, I would pay a little more for better accommodation.
2.0 / 10.0
1. The staircase was so narrow. There was almost no landing at the foot of the staircase. One has to get off at the second/third step to avoid knocking into the wall.
2. The house was constructed of timber that made a creaking noise. I constantly feared that the ground on the second floor might collapse. Couldn't sleep well. Some walls were covered with chipboard, while the rest was in its original state - cement. It was a run-down shack.
3. The room's door was poorly fitted. There was a gap between the frame & the top of the door, hence no privacy at all.
4. The door was secured with a simple lock that could be broken into easily.
5. The house stank. The open kitchen concept meant that any smell would emanate into your room. Imagine being covered in that smell after taking a bath, just before you're about to head out or go to bed! Terrible!
6. It was overcrowded. There were about 14 occupants sharing 1 small bathroom & 2 toilets.
Overall, it was a terrible experience. We dreaded returning to the hotel everyday. Will certainly not recommend it. Not worth it even though it's cheap. If I had known the condition earlier, I would pay a little more for better accommodation.
4.0 / 10.0
Very basic hostel with good bus links to the city.
4.0 / 10.0
Very basic hostel with good bus links to the city.
8.0 / 10.0
Nice room, very traditional. The only issue was that the place only had bathrooms in the ground floor and they were very small. The hostel is very close to Nijo castle.
8.0 / 10.0
Nice room, very traditional. The only issue was that the place only had bathrooms in the ground floor and they were very small. The hostel is very close to Nijo castle.
10.0 / 10.0
The house was over 100 years old. It was really unforgetable to live in a beautiful and old house. Feels lot's of Japanese culture and items. The host was kind and give many good advise for problems we worried.Also introduced local foods.Ramen and Yakiniku are delicious!!!
10.0 / 10.0
The house was over 100 years old. It was really unforgetable to live in a beautiful and old house. Feels lot's of Japanese culture and items. The host was kind and give many good advise for problems we worried.Also introduced local foods.Ramen and Yakiniku are delicious!!!
10.0 / 10.0
Staff were dry hospitable and hostel was in such great location. Can rent bikes for 500yen for 24hrs. Stayed for 5 nights which was enough times for us to see Kyoto. Good veggie restaurant near by and supermarkets
10.0 / 10.0
Staff were dry hospitable and hostel was in such great location. Can rent bikes for 500yen for 24hrs. Stayed for 5 nights which was enough times for us to see Kyoto. Good veggie restaurant near by and supermarkets
4.0 / 10.0
Nice hostel, kind of traditional japonese house and bedrooms, it feels like being "at home". The futon bed could be harsh for the back for westerns not used to it but it is part of the experience.
District is very nice with the imperial garden and nijo castle next to it.
4.0 / 10.0
Nice hostel, kind of traditional japonese house and bedrooms, it feels like being "at home". The futon bed could be harsh for the back for westerns not used to it but it is part of the experience.
District is very nice with the imperial garden and nijo castle next to it.
FAQs
How much does this hostel cost compared to others in Kyoto?
The average price for a rental in Kyoto is £84 per night. This rental is £63 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this hostel?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Hostel Mundo. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hostel?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hostel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Hostel Mundo pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hostel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Hostel Mundo?
We found 5 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, laundry, and garden.
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