R Star Hostel Kyoto

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Scored 8.4
Rated very good

Staff

8.8

R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan is set in central Kyoto and features air-conditioned rooms. The property is around 1.2 mi from Samurai Kembu Kyoto, 1.2 mi from Nijo Castle and 1.6 mi from Kiyomizu-dera Temple. Located in the Shimogyo Ward district, the hostel is within 1.8 mi 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 located 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 1.9 mi from R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan, while Tofuku-ji Temple is 1.9 mi from the property. The nearest airport is Osaka Itami Airport, 24 mi from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry
  • Heating
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Located in the real heart of Kyoto, this property has an excellent location score of 8.8!

Availability

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Elgueta
Sweden Sweden
“The location and the bed were super comfy and the staff was also great, really friendly! I enjoyed it very much”
Iguanero
United States United States
“You have a very private pod with your own locker space as well in the room! I LOVED the shampoo and conditioner provided I wish I knew what brand it was!!! The bathrooms seemed well kept and it was nice having a hair dryer!”
Pradyut
United States United States
“This is an excellent hostel in the heart of Kyoto, close to the train line. We walked up from Kyoto station. The rooms were neat and clean. The beds were super comfy, got a room with 4 beds , bunk bed style. The hotel staff was super nice as well....”
Durjoy
Canada Canada
“It’s a great hostel. Super clean and location is very good.”
Kelly
United States United States
“Very good location about a mile from Kyoto train station and 10 minutes further walk to downtown main shopping boulevard, from which it is easy to catch busses to numerous places of interest. I’ve stayed in a lot of hostels in dorms. I loved the...”
Fariha
Bangladesh Bangladesh
“They offer breakfast, though it's just bread jam and butter still I liked it.”
Jennifer
United States United States
“I found it very clean and quiet and the stuff was very nice”
Caponera
Italy Italy
“Location, close enough to the center and quality shopping but far enough from the crowds. Very clean, no shoes from the entrance. Great kitchen/relax area. Large room.”
Saşa
United States United States
“Very clean! I like that you get slippers and free breakfast. A great, sizable locker for my things too. It's not a party hostel, but it's a nice, peaceful stay on a solo trip.”
Lucía
Mexico Mexico
“The hostel is very good located and has very nice rooms. We had a wonderful time with everything”

Area info

Amenities of R Star Hostel Kyoto

Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry
  • Heating
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast

House rules

R Star Hostel Kyoto takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Check-out
From 5:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

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 authorization letter by a parent or a legal guardian to stay at this property. Please contact the property directly for authorization letter details.

An accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property.

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