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Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your budget for sightseeing. We’ve heard good things about this destination’s natural setting, including its beaches and sea views.

These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of forms, but they have a few qualities in common, including low prices, a social environment and shared rooms (though many have private options too).

Ready to book a hostel in town? These options have the highest reviews from our travellers and might be a good place to start looking: Plat hostel keikyu kamakura wave - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Kamakura Station and Wadazuka Station. Guests can enjoy a restaurant, a bar and laundry facilities. You’ll find towels, showers and hairdryers in all rooms. Iza Kamakura Guest House & Bar - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Hase Station. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a bar, as well as laundry facilities. You’ll find towels, showers and hairdryers in all rooms. BENCH - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Wadazuka Station and Kamakura Station. Property features include free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, hairdryers and bed sheets. Ohmachi Junxion - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Kamakura Station and Wadazuka Station. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a bar and laundry facilities. You’ll find towels, hairdryers and coffee/tea makers in all rooms. Kiyaza Kamakura Resort - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Wadazuka Station. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a bar, as well as a TV in a common area. You’ll find towels, showers and hairdryers in all rooms.

If you’re looking for an affordable place to stay in Kamakura, one of Expedia’s 11 hostels might be a great choice for you.

Good weather’s definitely a plus when you’re experiencing new places, so here’s some information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 25°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 8°C. The rainiest months in Kamakura are October, September, June and July, with each month seeing an average of 191 mm of rainfall.

Generally, Kamakura is known for its monuments, temples and beaches. Major attractions include Nissan Stadium. Get out into nature with places such as Kamakura Seaside Park, Yuigahama Beach and Zaimokuza Beach. Cultural attractions include Kamakura City Kawakita Film Museum, Kitakamakura old private house Museum and Kamakura Performing Arts Center.

Keep this information about transit options in Kamakura on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Tokyo (HND-Haneda), 20.8 mi (33.5 km) away from the city centre. Once you’ve arrived, you might want to make use of public transport. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Shonan-Fukasawa Station, Shonan-Machiya Station and Fujimicho Station. To explore more of the area, catch a train at Kamakura Station, Wadazuka Station or Yuigahama Station.