R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan

2.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, a short walk to Shijo Street

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Front of property – evening/night
Free daily buffet breakfast
Suite
Free daily buffet breakfast
Fridge, microwave, rice cooker
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 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$245
27 Oct - 28 Oct

Room options

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Bunk Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Hairdryer
Rice cooker
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

Bunk Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Hairdryer
Rice cooker
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bunk Bed in 6-Bed Female Only Dormitory Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Hairdryer
Rice cooker
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Hairdryer
Rice cooker
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Bunk Beds

Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rice cooker
Daily housekeeping
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Futons

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About the area

Located in Shimogyo Ward, a neighbourhood in Kyoto, R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan is near a metro station. Nishiki Market and Kyoto Tower are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Biwa and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Nishikyogoku Athletic Stadium or Kyoto Racecourse.
Map
256-2, Motoryogaecho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8436

What's nearby

  • Shijo Street - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kawaramachi Street - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Nishiki Market - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kyoto Tower - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

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
  • ‪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
  • ‪the bridge - ‬2 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:
  • A lift, a vending machine and a water dispenser
  • Coffee/tea in reception, a TV in reception and luggage storage
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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • 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
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

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 200-10,000 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

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

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?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan?

As of 3 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan on 27 Oct 2025 start from NZ$245.47, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan?

This hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee.

Where is R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan located?

Located in Shimogyo Ward, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Shijo Street, Kawaramachi Street and Nishiki Market. Kyoto Tower and Pontocho Alley are also within 1 mile (2 km). Gojo Station is only a 3-minute walk and Karasuma Oike Station is 19 minutes.

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