Title: R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=21557128&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan Travelers recharge for their next adventure with a complimentary breakfast buffet while staying connected to what matters most with free WiFi ## Photo gallery for R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan ![Front of property – evening/night - R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21560000/21557200/21557128/4352d230.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior detail - R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21560000/21557200/21557128/ca40f9e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, rice cooker - R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21560000/21557200/21557128/72d36762.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free daily buffet breakfast - R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21560000/21557200/21557128/a0c563af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Suite | Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets - R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21560000/21557200/21557128/7a8696c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies R Star Hostel Japan sits in the heart of Kyoto, offering guests a warm breakfast buffet each morning. Practical laundry facilities make extended stays easier. Visitors can connect with free in-room WiFi, relax in the lobby with its TV, or satisfy cravings at the vending machine. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Laundry room - Housekeeping £51 additional charges may apply 1 Mar - 2 Mar ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Feb 27 - Feb 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28&selected=21557128&PinnedHotelID=21557128&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28&selected=21557128&PinnedHotelID=21557128&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Feb 28 - Mar 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-28&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=21557128&PinnedHotelID=21557128&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-28&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=21557128&PinnedHotelID=21557128&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Feb 27 - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKyoto-Hotels-R-STAR-HOSTEL-KYOTO-JAPAN.h21557128.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKyoto-Hotels-R-STAR-HOSTEL-KYOTO-JAPAN.h21557128.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Shimogyo Ward, a neighbourhood in Kyoto, R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan is near a metro station. Nishiki Market and Yasaka Shrine are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Biwa and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Kyoto Aquarium and Kyoto Railway Museum are also worth visiting. [Visit our Kyoto travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto.dx6131486) [View more Hostels in Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hostels.d6131486-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.99798%2C135.75821&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=8wqKx5vDLLYPHBg7wC0dXyOhvfY=) 256-2, Motoryogaecho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8436 ### What's nearby - ![Springtime in Kyoto's Gion district. #asia #japan #kyoto #gion #sakura #streetphotography #travel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179161/afebb7a8-d146-4ce9-bc93-30ca1988eeb9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Shijo Street 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![京都市四条河原町交差点の夜の景観。 ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6204513/6a79737b-3e27-46b8-956f-eaa24d1738e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kawaramachi Street 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles - ![Kyoto_NishikiMarket_6258971_08](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6258971/d4bf094c-024f-4052-bb81-54deb5ac7ecf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Nishiki Market 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - ![京都タワー](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501464/27a9cd1d-97ad-4d05-b56a-c0b38fee1779.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kyoto Tower 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - ![Ponto-cho is a Hanamachi district in Kyoto Japan. There are many geisha houses, traditional tea houses, historical architectures and riverbed style cuisine restaurants.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160578/6c8d0624-be8e-46f6-8151-e20f76f735e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Pontocho Alley 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile ### Getting around - Gojo Station 3 min walk - Shijo Station 8 min walk - Osaka (ITM-Itami) 51 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 4 min walk - CoCo壱番屋 烏丸五条店 4 min walk - 蕎麦の実よしむら (Sobanomi Yoshimura) 4 min walk - コメダ珈琲店烏丸五条店 3 min walk - 高木珈琲店 高辻店 3 min walk ## About this property ### R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan Hostel near Kawaramachi Street Close to Nishiki Market and Kyoto Tower, R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan provides a free breakfast buffet, laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this hostel include: - Coffee/tea in reception, a TV in reception and luggage storage - A water dispenser, a vending machine and a lift Room features All guest rooms at R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan feature comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as More conveniences in all rooms include: - Bidets, free toiletries and hairdryers - Rice cookers, heating and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3510000/3503000/3502996/ddc922f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo Shimogyo Ward - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - Breakfast available 8.4 Very good 1,000 reviews £22 additional charges may apply 2 Mar - 3 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-02&endDate=2026-03-03&selected=3502996&PinnedHotelID=3502996&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102180000/102172200/102172189/278d5bc3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma Minami Ward - 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Shared refrigerator - Vending machine - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Braille/raised signage - Grab bar near toilet - Lift - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ### More - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Bidet - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Slippers - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Rice cooker ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Heating (climate-controlled) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight Minimum check-in age - 16 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Contactless check-out A late check-out fee will be charged ### 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. ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### 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 - A late check-out fee will be charged 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, a smoke detector, a security system and window guards Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property 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 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 ### Property is 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 ### Is R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan? ### How much is parking at R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan? ### What time is check-in at R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan? ### What time is check-out at R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan? ### Where is R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 8.8 Location ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 130 8 - Good 56 6 - Okay 18 4 - Poor 3 2 - Terrible 2 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### TYSON 23 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Awesome hostel close to the Kyoto station and other amenities. When I go back to Kyoto I’ll stay there again. ##### TYSON Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Chun 28 Jan 2026 Liked: Amenities Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities 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. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/225cb835-872b-40a3-ab8a-6af0909c944f-1769593982894.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7c69175f-7c75-4fbb-b308-1e33672de03e-1769593993861.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Chun Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026 ### 8/10 Good #### Caroline 9 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 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. ##### Caroline Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pooja 10 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 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! ##### Pooja Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Billy 14 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing stay at R Star Hostel. Spacious and modern. Great for a family. Hightly recommend. ##### Billy Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hanne 10 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 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! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/C856340A5324243916211173EA10F82D0D0F6D5D1720620874103.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0E19CE4C680635F53AD8480DB0EFD0492FD92F551720620873968.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Hanne Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chung Tak 4 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Close to subway station. Convenient Hostel is very clean and well-equipped. ##### Chung Tak Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David 5 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Free breakfast bonus. Clean shower & toilet facilities. Staff friendly and always readily available to help. Free storage luggage. ##### David Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ira 22 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities 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! ##### Ira Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle 10 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 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. ##### Michelle Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Lynette 14 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Staff & service 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 ##### Lynette Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharmiya 25 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very clean room, friendly staff ##### Sharmiya Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dallas 13 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was great! ##### Dallas Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rafael 31 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing value ##### Rafael Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Kimberly 25 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 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. ##### Kimberly Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard 14 Aug 2025 Liked: Amenities Clean and nice ##### Richard Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rukiya 3 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities good ##### Rukiya Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Millane 25 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 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! ##### Millane Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### MISTY-SKYE 2 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities very clean and comfortable ##### MISTY-SKYE Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Allan 12 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness More space ##### Allan Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 22 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort 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. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anastasia 6 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very foreigner friendly. The front desk speaks English and they are able to accommodate any issue you may have. Their breakfast is delicious bread! They wash the dishes so you put them in the sink afterwards. The location is perfect too, everything is within a decent train ride distance. Overall, I would definitely stay again and recommend to others. ##### Anastasia ### 10/10 Excellent #### Parm 28 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Close to Kyoto station - good clean hostel First time staying in a hostel and I was very pleasantly surprised. I booked a room for four adults with a private bathroom. It was very clean and quite comfortable. We only needed a bed for one night so worked out good. Not to get from Kyoto station - we walked to the hotel. ##### Parm Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Elizabeth 14 May 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Several minutes late to returning to room to check out and staff had already entered the room and left the door open while personal belongings were still in the room. We were advised to move our personal belongings into the locker downstairs for safekeeping and upon return back to the hotel to pick up belongings we found our lockers empty and staff had removed our luggage and put them into a room with informing us or asking for consent to do so. Huge invasions of personal space and disrespect to one’s privacy. ##### Elizabeth Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Brandon 5 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities nothing particularly wrong with the place but the other people were super noisy every night between 12am-7am people are still constantly coming in and out of room the door is loud, and people unziping suitcases, and turning lights on. 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