2-Star Hotels in Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

The location is great—you can walk to the Gion in 20-30 minutes, and the train station is easily accessible the other way. The host and his mother are wonderful, very helpful and friendly. There's a kitchen where you can make tea, coffee, or even cook anything—the tea and coffee are delicious. The house is clean, and it's pleasant and peaceful. Carrying a suitcase up the stairs can be a bit of a hassle, but these are minor inconveniences compared to the service, peace, and comfort provided in this house.

It's a 10-15 minute walk to the subway station, and the streets are quiet with little traffic. The room is clean and hygienic, with all the necessary amenities, just like staying at home. The host is incredibly kind and patient, and will guide you through the process. You can contact her anytime with any questions!

Very chill and comfortable stay, WiFi can be a little slow at times and you have to pay for your towels etc, other than that the staffs are all super friendly, speaks good English too.

Facilities: If I remember correctly, it is newly opened, so it is very new and fully equipped (but one thing to note is that the toothbrush and toothcup are charged, but you can bring your own), there are washing machines, separate shower cubicles (with 24-hour hot water), washing areas, toilet areas, and lounges Sanitation: Very clean, no odor in the whole space Environment: The hotel is very beautiful and the layout is very reasonable; the hotel is in a good location, with shopping malls and pedestrian streets outside, and it is very convenient to eat Service: Very good, if he speaks something you don't understand, he will take the initiative to open the software to translate for you; you can store your luggage before check-in, and after check-out, you can store it until 4 pm on the same day. This is my first time staying in a capsule, I am really satisfied with this one, but unfortunately I only stayed in Kyoto for one day😭 I would be happy to stay again if I come again next time! ☺

The location is easy to find, the parking is convenient, the convenience store is next door, this is really very convenient, the hotel is clean and tidy, the front desk service is very good, and it feels very comfortable to live.

The staff are very friendly and helpful. The hostel is very clean, cleaned regularly, and everything is checked. There's a small hot tub – nice for relaxing in the evenings. I thought two showers were a bit too few, but I was lucky and always had one free. In addition to the usual things like shampoo and shower gel, facial cleanser, curling irons, etc. are also provided. There's a coin-operated machine for washing and/or drying. The lights can be dimmed. The Japanese toilets are great. Sure, it's not completely silent, but it's a hostel after all. Just put in some earplugs. The bus is a 2-minute walk away. The metro is about a 10-15-minute walk away. I highly recommend the hostel! Thank you for your hospitality! *Note: There are three options; I had the middle one. There's also a larger version with a table or mini living room. There's also a lower version.

As a solo traveler, I highly recommend this hostel for its exceptional quality and value. I stayed in a private room for just one night, but the experience was memorable. The location is convenient, with easy access to transportation and nearby attractions, although it’s not the most centrally located spot in Kyoto. What truly stood out was the service—staff members were incredibly welcoming, attentive, and eager to help with any needs or questions. The amenities were also top-notch, including clean and comfortable facilities, well-maintained common areas, and thoughtful extras that made my stay even more enjoyable. If I ever return to Kyoto, I wouldn’t hesitate to choose this hostel again. It’s a perfect option for solo travelers looking for comfort, convenience, and excellent service.

I was gladly surprised. I booked a room for only myself and it was big enough for two people to sleep in. It also had two little spaces with doors where you could put the suitcase in. Everything was clean and smelled good. The shower is a little surprising the first time you use it but as a female solo traveler I had no issues. The location is very good, close to public transportation that takes you to all the main places to visit. I'd book again.

You get what you pay for here, cheap and cheerful. The main downside is no shower unless you pay ¥1750 but at that price point you can get a good hotel instead. The bed is quite hard too so not a comfortable sleep, but you can’t complain at the very low price especially if it’s just for a one night stop over. Nearby are most of the additional things you need too as it’s very close to the town centre, which is easily walkable including the train station.

Room was clean and comfortable, but a strong oily, deep-fried smell filled the corridor and my room (703) throughout my stay. The fumes came through the ceiling vent near the door, making the room stuffy and unpleasant. I barely slept and had to leave the window slightly open in 10°C weather. I reported it to reception—they said it was from a banquet event—but the smell lingered heavily, and even my clothes and hair smelled oily after checkout. This was a really disappointing experience, as it felt like a ventilation issue. There’s no reason the oily fumes should have kept seeping through all night as if they were deep frying in my ceiling for 24 hours nonstop.