Title: R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/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) ![Suite - R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21560000/21557200/21557128/7a8696c5.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) ![Shared 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) - 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. 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16 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Large Twin Bunk Beds ### View all photos for Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom ![Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21560000/21557200/21557128/f52aa797.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Blackout drapes/curtains Bidet Hair dryer Private bathroom Rice cooker Daily housekeeping - 21 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Twin Bunk Beds ### View all photos for Suite ![Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21560000/21557200/21557128/7a8696c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite ### Highlights Separate dining area Air conditioning Kitchenette Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer Private bathroom - 57 sq ft - Sleeps 6 - 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Futons ## You may also like Ad ![Food and drink](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46310000/46304800/46304712/5ce7f6e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### sequence KYOTO GOJO Shimogyo Ward - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/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.ca/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 neighborhood 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.ca/Kyoto.dx6131486) [View more Hostels in Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/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 \- 0.7 km - ![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 \- 0.9 km - ![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 \- 1.0 km - ![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 \- 1.4 km - ![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 \- 1.6 km ### Getting around - Gojo Station 3 min walk - Shijo Station 8 min walk - Itami Airport (ITM) 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: - An elevator, a water dispenser, and coffee/tea in the lobby - A TV in the lobby, luggage storage, and a vending machine Room features All guestrooms at R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - No onsite 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 - Elevator - Grab bar near toilet - 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 available 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 Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property 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 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 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? ### How much does it cost to stay at R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan? ### How much is parking? ### 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.ca/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 Oct 23, 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 ### 8/10 Good #### Caroline Oct 9, 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 Nov 10, 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 Dec 14, 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 Jul 10, 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 Dec 4, 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 Nov 5, 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 Feb 22, 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 Jun 10, 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 Jul 14, 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 Nov 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very clean room, friendly staff ##### Sharmiya Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dallas Sep 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was great! ##### Dallas Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Chun Jan 28, 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 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rafael Aug 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing value ##### Rafael Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Kimberly Sep 25, 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 Aug 14, 2025 Liked: Amenities Clean and nice ##### Richard Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rukiya Aug 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities good ##### Rukiya Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Millane Nov 25, 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 May 2, 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 Feb 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness More space ##### Allan Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Nov 22, 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 Jan 6, 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 Apr 28, 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 May 14, 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 Nov 5, 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. Quiet hour was supposed to start after 11pm was not the case. ##### Brandon Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotel Chatelet Inn Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Chateleinkyoto.h96281570.Hotel-Information) > > [KYOTO TOFUKUJI Guest House BSL](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-KYOTO-TOFUKUJI-Guest-House-BSL.h44387865.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Okura Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Kyoto-Hotel-Okura.h6621.Hotel-Information) > > [Dhawa Yura Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Kyoto-Yura-Hotel-MGallery.h34865507.Hotel-Information) > > [Gina House Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Gina-House-Kyoto.h22480351.Hotel-Information) > > [HOTEL LEGASTA KYOTO SHIRAKAWA SANJO](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-HOTEL-LEGASTA-KYOTO-SHIRAKAWA-SANJO.h92756863.Hotel-Information) > > [THE KAGAYA KYOTO Japanese Style Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-THE-KAGAYA-KYOTO-Japanese-Style-Inn.h87695706.Hotel-Information) > > [MUSUBI KYOTO Higashiyama Gojo](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-MUSUBI-KYOTO-Higashiyama-Gojo.h16368071.Hotel-Information) > > [Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Tokyu-Stay-Kyoto-Ryougaemachi-Dori-Sanjo-Karasuma.h18573474.Hotel-Information) > > [TSUGU Kyoto Sanjo by THE SHARE HOTELS](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-THE-SHARE-HOTELS-TSUGU-Kyoto-Sanjo-Hostel.h34432010.Hotel-Information) > > [Momijiya Honkan Takao Sansou](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Momiji-Ya-Honkan-Takaosansou.h15423458.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Twin Hotel Kyoto Hachijoguchi](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Royal-Twin-Hotel-Kyoto.h41924656.Hotel-Information) > > [Sakura Terrace The Atelier](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Sakura-Terrace-The-Atelier.h16251783.Hotel-Information) > > [Urban Hotel Kyoto Nijo Premium](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Urban-Hotel-Kyoto-Nijo-Premium.h10389880.Hotel-Information) > > [Randor Residential Hotel Kyoto Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Randor-Residential-Hotel-Kyoto-Suites.h42442448.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Gion Misen](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-Ethnography-Gion-Shinmonzen.h19071897.Hotel-Information) > > [Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sakaiza Shijo-Kawaramachi](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-TOKYU-STAY-KYOTO-SHIN-KYOGOKU-DORI.h27557574.Hotel-Information) > > [hotel MONday Kyoto Karasuma Nijo](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-MONday-Kyoto-Karasuma-Dori.h39192199.Hotel-Information) > > [The Pocket Hotel Kyoto Shijokarasuma](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-THE-POCKET-HOTEL-Kyoto-Shijokarasuma.h26586944.Hotel-Information) > > [Saka Hotel Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Saka-Hotel-Kyoto.h29658252.Hotel-Information) > > [Gojo Samurai Machiya, Gojo Samurai Machiya](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Gojo-Samurai-Machiya.h35610667.Hotel-Information) > > [THE MACHIYA VILLA: Sanjo Shirakawa Koji](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-THE-MACHIYA-VILLA-Sanjo-Shirakawa-Koji.h20351677.Hotel-Information) > > [JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Via-Inn-Kyoto-Station-Hachijoguchi.h33382855.Hotel-Information) > > [RESI STAY Mayu Grace Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Mayu-Grace-Hotel-Kyoto.h38225038.Hotel-Information) > > [Mulan Hostel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Mulan-Hostel.h17146022.Hotel-Information) > > [Kamo-Zen](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Kamo-Zen.h27930636.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-HOTEL-MUSSE-Kyotoshijokawaramachi-Meitetsu.h52041999.Hotel-Information) > > [Rakuro Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-THE-SHARE-HOTELS-RAKURO-Kyoto.h22674935.Hotel-Information) > > [Minn Gion](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Minn-Gion.h93523006.Hotel-Information)