R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan

Property class: 2
City-center hostel within easy reach of Nishiki Market

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When you stay at R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Nishiki Market and Shijo Street. Free perks include WiFi and buffet breakfast daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM. Also, Kiyomizu Temple and Kawaramachi Street are just a 5-minute drive away. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Gojo Station is 3 minutes away.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • TV in a common area
  • Lockers available

Feel at home (6)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Free toiletries
The current price is CNY427
CNY470 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a small table, and a chair.

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A bunk room with three beds, wooden walls, and a window with a view of the ground.

Bunk Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

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A hotel room with bunk beds, a carpeted floor, wooden walls, and a door with a handle.

Bunk Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A hotel room with bunk beds, a carpeted floor, wooden walls, and a door with a handle.

Bunk Bed in 6-Bed Female Only Dormitory Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A bunk bed room with a table and chairs, a window with curtains, and a towel rack.

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Bunk Beds

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A bunk bed room with a wooden ladder, a nightstand, and a small table.

Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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A modern hotel room with a wooden floor, a sofa, a TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Suite

  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Futons

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A bunk bed room with a table and chairs, a window with curtains, and a radiator.

2 Bunk Beds A, Number Of Bed: 4

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bunk room with three beds, wooden walls, and a window providing a view.

Dormitory Mixed-sex A

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
256-2, Motoryogaecho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8436

What's nearby

  • Shijo Street - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kawaramachi Street - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Nishiki Market - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Kyoto Tower - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Pontocho Alley - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 51 min drive
  • Kobe Airport (UKB) - 86 min drive
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 89 min drive
  • Shijo Station - 6 min walk
  • Karasuma Station - 10 min walk
  • Kiyomizu-gojo Station - 13 min walk
  • Gojo Station - 3 min walk
  • Karasuma Oike Station - 17 min walk
  • Tanbaguchi Station - 21 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪コメダ珈琲店烏丸五条店 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪ちゃんぽん亭総本家四条烏丸店 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪カプリ食堂 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ninuki - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪OPEN - ‬2 min walk

About this property

R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan

  • When you stay at R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Nishiki Market and Shijo Street. Free perks include WiFi and buffet breakfast daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM. Also, Kiyomizu Temple and Kawaramachi Street are just a 5-minute drive away. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Gojo Station is 3 minutes away.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 26 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 16
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • When booking more than one dorm bed there is no guarantee that they will be located in the same room.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 16

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Television in common areas
  • Lockers available

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Rice cooker

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. 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.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

R STAR HOSTEL JAPAN
R STAR KYOTO JAPAN
R STAR JAPAN
R STAR HOSTEL KYOTO JAPAN Kyoto
R STAR HOSTEL KYOTO JAPAN Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
R STAR HOSTEL KYOTO JAPAN Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Does R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan.

What are the check-in and check-out times at R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge. Contactless check-out is available.

What's the area around R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan like?

R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan is in Shimogyo Ward, a short 3-minute walk from Gojo Station and 14 minutes' walk from Nishiki Market.

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Reviews

R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

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8.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

A great hostel at a very convenient location in Kyoto, appreciated the amenities including lockers for each traveller, would stay here again
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was extremely organized and even the forms felt quite private with the curtain. The staff clearly cleaned very well, constantly, and they do the dishes for the guests.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean room, friendly staff
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10/10 Exceptional

Awesome hostel close to the Kyoto station and other amenities. When I go back to Kyoto I’ll stay there again.
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8/10 Very good

I stayed in the dorms the first night. Personally this was the first time in a long time doing it and unfortunately my neighbors were noisy and people were loud when coming in late in the evening. I had a mask with inbuilt speaker with white noise but was insufficient. I totally get it- it’s a crapshoot with the folks you’re with…. Unfortunately it was nonrefundable BUT I was lucky in that I was able to change my reservation for the last part of my stay to do a private room and they helped convert part of my booking! Staff was kind and helpful! There were a few stations pretty close to the hostel (within 10 min walk) so convenient location. Would recommend!
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay at R Star Hostel. Spacious and modern. Great for a family. Hightly recommend.
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10/10 Exceptional

Close to subway station. Convenient Hostel is very clean and well-equipped.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place!

Great place. Quiet surroundings, but still close to transportation! Comfortable beds, didn’t use the common area so know nothing about them. The people working in the reception was so nice!
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8/10 Very good

Very well located to catch the subway or to walk to Kyoto train station to use different train lines or buses.Convenience stores and dining options nearby. Breakfast is limited to sliced bread. Guests are not always quiet at night. The hostel provides only one large towel and slippers, so plan accordingly to bring a face cloth and another towel, as needed.
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10/10 Exceptional

Free breakfast bonus. Clean shower & toilet facilities. Staff friendly and always readily available to help. Free storage luggage.
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10/10 Exceptional

This hostel beats any hotel/ hostel I’ve stayed it. It is well worth the value. Lockers are spacious, staff is friendly and hard working, the amenities like breakfast, towels, slippers and laundry are a great touch. beds are spacious and comfy and I like that there was a designated smoking area on the premises. The only thing is the internet is a bit wonky but overall amazing stay!
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10/10 Exceptional

This hostel was really nice! The staff were super helpful. I appreciated how there was luggage storage before and after check in/check out. The location is also very nice, one subway stop from Kyoto station, and quite easy/accessible to major bus stations and attraction. I walked 25 mins from the hostel to Kiyomizu-dera temple and the famous alleyways nearby - very walkable distances to major sites (if you like to walk!). The breakfast had no vegan options, which is where I'd dock a star. Even if they offered fruit, that would have been nice but unfortunately no options. They do have a very nice cafeteria with lots of amenities so you can utilize this space. Would definitely recommend and return! Thank you!
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2/10 Poor

The weather during my stay at RStar was at 0C. The staff issued me a lower bunk next to a single pane glass window. my area was damp and cold. i reported the problem but the management refused to issue me a interior space. while trying to get warmer, i discovered the cloth curtain next to my bed have BLACK MOLE growing on it; place see images. Needless to say the damp, cold room with black mole can not be good for anyone. VERY DISPOINTED with my stay because i got ill because of it. However, a staff lady name NADDI offer excellent service even not of of issues were resolved by management.
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a family of 4 stay in a room with a double bunk bed and it had a small table in the room. Each bed had outlets close by and adequate space. Clothes hanging rack was nice to hang rain coats to dry off. 2nd floor common eating area was nice to have a place to eat and store food. Small market across the street for easy access for purchases. Very close to train station for walking and large shopping area within a mile.
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6/10 Good

Mixed Feelings About a Return Stay — Disappointed by Hospitality Standards We decided to book this accommodation again because of a previous one-night stay that was genuinely excellent. The bed was the most comfortable of our entire trip, and that positive memory made us return without hesitation. However, this second experience left us with a very different impression. The Good: The staff made some effort to communicate using Google Translate, which we appreciated. The Disappointing: The room we initially wanted was shown as unavailable during the entire planning period — despite checking several times. Yet upon arrival, it had 3 available rooms online, priced at HALF of what we had paid for, a different, less desirable room (capsule pods). We asked the staff if there was a way to switch rooms or find a middle ground, especially since the pricing difference was so stark. Despite understanding the booking clause (non-refundable), it was disappointing that there was no willingness whatsoever to offer any flexibility, refund, or adjustment — even though it was evident we were now paying DOUBLE the current rate. The staff’s response felt rigid and impersonal. Instead of hospitality, the encounter felt transactional. The staff member had to call someone to handle the situation, but still delivered a firm no — without offering other room alternatives (despite better and cheaper options being available, such as a private room with a private bathroom). What’s more troubling is
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10/10 Exceptional

Very good stay overall.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hostel.
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10/10 Exceptional

It was great!
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing value
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean and nice
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8/10 Very good

The staff is amazing, very helpful. The room was fine but lacking a place to put your luggage on or even just to sit. Only beds in the room which were comfortable. I would stay again. It was worth the price.
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10/10 Exceptional

It was my first time solo traveling but this place felt safe and welcoming. Rooms and bathrooms were nice and clean. Totally would book again next time I come back!
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10/10 Exceptional

very clean and comfortable
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10/10 Exceptional

good
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8/10 Very good

The property is located a short walk from the station, and is fully air conditioned. It advertises a “full breakfast” but in reality it’s just bread and jams, not a full continental breakfast, so be careful of that. You’re provided with a fairly large lock box for your valuables and the bedding is very soft.