About this property
R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan is set in central Kyoto and features air-conditioned rooms. The property is around 2 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto, 2 km from Nijo Castle and 2.5 km from Kiyomizu-dera Temple. Located in the Shimogyo Ward district, the hostel is within 2.9 km of Imperial Palace. Guest will find a shared kitchen area, while a coin-operated launderette is available at this property. A variety of restaurants, convenience stores and a drug store are situated within a 5-minute walk from the property. Nishiki Market is a 15-minute walk, while Guests can take a 20-minute stroll to Gion-Shijo Staton. Heian Shrine is 3 km from R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan, while Tofuku-ji Temple is 3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Osaka Itami Airport, 38 km from the property.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Laundry
- Heating
- Daily housekeeping
- Breakfast
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Ayse
Turkey“Room was clean , breakfast was good, good location and staff. I highly recommend this hostel in Kyoto. It was comfortable stay..” - Jack
Australia“The nicest hostel/hotel I’ve stayed at in Japan so far! Exceptionally clean with plenty of space in shared areas and in the dorms, with big personal lockers and plenty of bathroom/laundry facilities. The staff were very friendly and helpful....” - Thomas
Ireland“Nice place. Very clean. Staff efficient rather than friendly but no issues. Free breakfast is a few slices of toast so don't get too excited. Appreciated though. Bunks were spacious and comfortable. Recommended.” - Emily
United Kingdom“Room was clean and spacious compared to some other places. Free breakfast was unexpected and very nice.” 
Dennis
Netherlands“Very clean hostel in the beautiful city of Kyoto. Helpful friendly staff!”- Isobelle United Kingdom“We enjoyed out stay at R star Hostel, the location is good, about a 15 min walk from the 'main street' in Kyoto. There is a metro station about 5 minutes from the hostel which is one stop from Kyoto station. The hostel is very clean and most rooms...”
- Isabella Australia“Very clean, great facilities. Breakfast included coffee and toast (flavoured bread). Great dorm room bunks with curtains. Showers were spacious and bathrooms were cleaned regularly. Would stay again for sure. Everything within walking distance (if...”
Roger
Canada“Room on third floor was very clean and private bathroom was adequate. The beds were comfy as we were a group of four adults visiting Kyoto. Fresh morning coffee was excellent quality. We appreciated they always cleaned the dishes, floors and...”- Erica United Kingdom“Great to have the free breakfast. I drink decaffeinated coffee so it would have been good to have that available.”
- Valerie United Kingdom“This is a really lovely hostel and I would stay here again if I come back to Kyoto. Beds are really comfy, communal areas are kept exceptionally clean, breakfast is a bonus and having an area to sit and relax was really appreciated.”
Property surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Please note, guests who plan to check-in after 22:00 must notify the property in advance.
Guests are required to show a photo identification check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests 14 years of age and under must be accompanied by a parent or a legal guardian to stay at this property.
Guests aged between 15 years of age and 17 years of age must each present a signed authorisation letter by a parent or a legal guardian to stay at this property. Please contact the property directly for authorisation letter details.
An accommodation tax per person per night is not included in the price and needs to be paid at the property.
