About this property
Comfortable Accommodation: RAK KIYOMIZU in Kyoto offers adults-only hostel rooms with air-conditioning, baths, bidets, and work desks. Each room includes a shower, slippers, and carpeted floors. Essential Facilities: Guests enjoy free WiFi, private check-in and check-out, a minimarket, outdoor seating area, full-day security, bike hire, and luggage storage. Paid on-site private parking is available. Prime Location: Located 46 km from Itami Airport, the hostel is a 14-minute walk from Kiyomizu-dera Temple, 1 km from Gion Shijo Station, and 3 km from Kyoto Station. Nearby attractions include Heian Shrine and Kyoto International Manga Museum. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for room cleanliness, convenient location, and sightseeing opportunities.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Heating
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Laura
Spain
“I really liked the location and how quiet it was. The room is big enough to store your luggage and don't feel overcrowded.” - Joost
Netherlands
“I liked RAK KIYOMIZU to be within Gion area and be able to visit the beloved highlights before the mass ie Kiyomizudera, Ninnenzaka, Sannenzaka and Yasaka Pagoda. Because it can get crowded for sure. The hotel was modern, rooms had plenty of room...” - Demelza
United Kingdom
“Immaculately clean and incredibly good value private room for the brilliant Gion location. I loved the concept of beautiful scents being staged throughout the property. It felt so luxurious to come back to rest in so much a peaceful and aesthetic...” - Debora
Switzerland
“perfectly located, walking distance to the center 15' and super near from all the nice temples around!! def recomend” - Sijie
Singapore
“The interior is nice and welcoming. the room is very spacious and thoughtful gestures like essential oil and facial mask were also presented. I like how there’s a sink inside the room. The toilets and bathrooms are shared but well maintained....” - Alessandro
Italy
“Very modern and clean 👌 with amenities and nice staff. The bed is comfy with air conditioning and a small desk. There's also a small sink to wash hands or teeth that's very useful. Nice in-room aroma perfume.” - Jonathan
El Salvador
“The receptionists were very kind to me, the place is very comfortable and clean, and it's well located. I definitely recommend it.” - Carolin
Germany
“Good location close to Gion. Very clean. Met one of the staff members once and had an issue with the a/c, which was solved immediately.” - Mitra
Australia
“It was a nice clean place, I had everything I may needed in my room, very tidy and clean. The bathroom on first floor was huge with a nice bathtub which was great after a long day walk. The location was also awesome, I could walk to main...” - Petra
Netherlands
“Location is great and staff very kind and helpful.”
Property surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.



The fine print
Please note that renovation work for old wooden apartment is going on so that the accommodation may be affected by noise. It is better not to stay if guests are nervous and sensitive for noise.
Please note that this facility is an old wooden apartment building that has been renovated, so noises can be heard. It is better not to stay if guests are nervous and sensitive for noise.
Bed linens and towels are not included in the room rate. Guests can rent them at the property for an additional charge of JPY 200.0 per person or bring their own.
An accommodation tax per person per night is not included in the price and needs to be paid at the property.
While this property offers long stays beyond one month, Booking.com is not offering a lease to a guest. Accordingly, all guests who will participate in this offering will not have any rights or interests as lessee for the offered property but should remain subject to applicable hotel stay/lodging terms and conditions.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.