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Mulan Hostel

2.0 star property
Travelers relax in peaceful gardens or enjoy friendly competition in the game room at this welcoming hostel, where bike rentals make exploring the area effortless.

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Mulan Hostel is near Togetsukyo Bridge and Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama. Guests can enjoy the garden, arcade/game room, or library. Practical amenities include laundry facilities, and the multilingual staff ensures everyone feels at home.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is £45
additional charges may apply
22 Jun - 23 Jun

Room options

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

Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Economy Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • Hill view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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3 bedrooms, in-room safe, blackout curtains, 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 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Classic Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Japanese Style Room for 3 person

  • Mountain view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Basic House

  • City view
  • 2476 sq ft
  • 8 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 28
  • 16 Single Beds and 12 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Located in Arashiyama, a neighbourhood in Kyoto, Mulan Hostel is near a train station. Togetsukyo Bridge and Kinkaku-ji Temple are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Kawaramachi Street. Don't miss out on a visit to Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
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74-16, Arashiyama Kamikaidocho, Nishikyo, Kyoto, Kyoto, 616-0016

What's nearby

  • Arashiyama Onsen
    Arashiyama Onsen
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama
    Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Togetsu Bridge reflecting in the Katsura River at night during the December illumination festival in the Arashiyama area of Kyoto
    Togetsukyo Bridge
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • 京都　天�龍寺の紅葉
    Tenryu-ji Temple
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Caption---- Bamboo forest in Kyoto
    Bamboo Forest Street
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • レストラン嵐山
    10 min walk
  • YOSIYA KYOTO
    11 min walk
  • 嵐山 よしむら
    10 min walk
  • かづら野清修庵
    10 min walk
  • 五木茶屋
    5 min walk

About this property

Mulan Hostel

  • Hostel near Arashiyama Onsen
  • Located close to Togetsukyo Bridge and Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama, Mulan Hostel provides a terrace, a garden and an arcade/games room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a library and laundry facilities.
  • Other perks include:
    • Continental breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and luggage storage
    • A computer station, concierge services and a TV in reception
    • A front desk safe, multilingual staff and tour/ticket information
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Mulan Hostel have perks, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • 4 bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • Full-sized fridge/freezers, ovens and on-request microwaves

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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 transport

  • No on-site 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 washing machine/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 centre
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2017
  • Smoke-free property

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file

Frequently asked questions

Is Mulan Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mulan Hostel?

As of 12 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mulan Hostel on 22 Jun 2026 start from £45, 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.

How much is parking at Mulan Hostel?

Mulan Hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Mulan Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available from 9:00 PM to midnight for a fee.

What time is check-out at Mulan Hostel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Mulan Hostel located?

Located in Arashiyama, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Arashiyama Onsen, Togetsukyo Bridge and Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama. Tenryu-ji Temple and Bamboo Forest Street are also within 1 mi (2 km). Hankyu Arashiyama Station is only a 3-minute walk and Saga-Arashiyama Station is 19 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Mulan Hostel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

Reviews

Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tristan

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

8/10 Good

Benjamin N.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

8/10 Good

Atsuko

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

10/10 Excellent

Robin

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

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Hyounook

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was safe, chill and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
1
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rosa Elena

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

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
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

MIN WOOK

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

교토 아라시야마의 편안한 휴식 공간

조용하고 한적한 자연에서 휴식을 원한다면 이곳을 방문해주세요!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wai In Phonna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
附近環境很舒服，接近日歸溫泉跟多個景點區但又不會很喧鬧，美中不足是附近都沒早餐店，只有很少部份的店是10點開門，其他的都是11點，如果有早餐習慣的要記得加購早餐或前一天先買好早餐。
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kaymumaki

Liked: Staff & service
เจ้าของบริการดีมากพนักงานให้ข้อมูลดีดูแลดีมากๆๆๆ
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

距離渡月橋騎腳踏車五分鐘的乾淨溫馨優質民宿

溫馨乾淨體貼的優質民宿. 有雙人房型態, 也有宿舍床位型態。大門出入用密碼鎖。老闆很體貼, 提供可愛的野餐墊借用 , 公共區域都維持很乾淨也提供足夠的碗盤茶包咖啡自行取用。退房後可以暫放行李。
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
接客も設備も大満足でした。
Stayed 1 night in May 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

RYOSUKE

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

ほぼ満足ですが、

テレビがあると嬉しい。 廊下のトイレの音などが筒抜けだったので、防音を強化していただくともっと良いと思います。
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

ナツ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
部屋のロックが解除しにくかった。その他は良かった。外国の方々と交流出来るので、興味のある人はオススメ
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
嵐山の中心地にも散歩がてら行ける好立地。 オーナーは親切で見所など地図で教えていただきました。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019