Name: R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan
Address: 256-2 Motoryogae-cho, Kawaramachi, Kyoto, 600-8436, Japan
Price range: room rates from $19 per night (USD) - We Price Match!
Rating: 8.8

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1 Person in 12-Bed Dormitory - Mixed, R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan in Kyoto

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8.8

Excellent

873 reviews

Housekeeping43

Breakfast14

"Really super clean."

Garry

"Super clean and tidy."

JEAN

"Location's good too with the Gojo subway station exit 2 nearby (5 min walk)."

Ruzaini

"Has a convenience store opposite."

Tuan

"The family room is huge!"

Rhodora

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8.4

Excellent

Location rating score

Excellent location - Inside city center

Popular neighborhood

Exceptional for walking

Walkable places

Mini Stop

40 m

Suetomi Kyoto Main Store

80 m

Kimono Kyokomachi

120 m

Mimuro

120 m

Inabado

250 m

Popular landmarks

Nishiki Market Shopping District

870 m

Kyoto Station Building

1.4 km

Sanjusangendo Temple

1.6 km

Gion

1.8 km

Nijō Castle

1.9 km

Closest landmarks

Happynes't - Pilates & Yoga

240 m

Okabayashi Clinic

320 m

Maiko Makeover Studio "Yumekan"

340 m

Ninja Dojo and Store

390 m

Yumeyakata

440 m

R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan

256-2 Motoryogae-cho, Kawaramachi, Kyoto, Japan, 600-8436 - See map

Get your trip off to a great start with a stay at this property, which offers free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Strategically situated in Kawaramachi, allowing you access and proximity to local attractions and sights. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine.

Highlights

Hygiene Plus

Sparkling clean

Located in heart of Kyoto

Front desk [24-hour]

Excellent breakfast

Hygiene Plus

This property has self-selected and self-certified the following hygiene measures.Learn more

Safety Features

Staff trained in safety protocol

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Preventative Equipment

Hand sanitizer

Health and Medical

First aid kit

Doctor/nurse on call

Facilities

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Front desk [24-hour]

Luggage storage

Contactless check-in/out

Laundry service

Concierge

Wi-Fi in public areas

Family room

Your dates are popular among travelersPopular destination! Properties in Kyoto are being booked every minute!

Value for money	8.8
Distance to city center	0.4km
Location rating	8.4
Nearest airport	Osaka International Airport (ITM)
Distance to airport	37.5 km

Rooms available at R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan

Room photos and details

Private Suite

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Room size: 58 m²/624 ft²
City view
2 double beds and 3 futons

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1 Person in 12-Bed Dormitory - Mixed

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Room size: 31 m²/334 ft²
Garden view
12 semi double beds

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Quad Room (Private Bathroom)

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Room size: 21 m²/226 ft²
City view
2 bunk beds

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1 Person in 6-Bed Dormitory - Female Only

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Room size: 16 m²/172 ft²
City view
1 bunk bed

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1 Person in 6-Bed Dormitory - Mixed

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Room size: 16 m²/172 ft²
City view
3 bunk beds

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Bunk Twin (Private Bathroom)

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Room size: 17 m²/183 ft²
City view
1 bunk bed

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2 Bed Private Room

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Room size: 10 m²/108 ft²
City view
1 bunk bed

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4 Bed Private Room

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Room size: 16 m²/172 ft²
City view
4 semi double beds

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Twin Room (Private Bathroom)

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Room size: 14 m²/151 ft²
City view
2 single beds

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Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room

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Room size: 16 m²/172 ft²
Shower

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Frequently asked questions

What points of interest are nearby R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan that are in walking range?

While remaining at R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan, jump start your vacation by visiting the nearest destinations that are within close proximity to the property which include Mimuro, Kimono Kyokomachi, and Inabado.

What bars are nearby R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan?

While lounging at R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan, enjoy your evening or night out at A-Bar, Atlantis Bar, and Hello Dolly to make the most out of your nightlife.

What was the average room rate for R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan been in the past month?

The average room rate for R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan in the past month is 2798.48 JPY, compared to city's average of 19440.3 JPY.

In which languages can R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan's employees communicate?

R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan can communicate in 4 languages and supports popular languages such as English and Mandarin Chinese for travelers visiting this property. Please refer to the 'Amenities and facilities' section and in the 'Languages spoken' category to find out what other languages this property supports.

What is the verified guest review consensus about R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan's spa?

64.0% of our past guest assessments have given a positive review and remarks about this property's spa. You can look up on more detailed customer reviews, and comments for R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan down in the review section.

What is the average rating that past Families with young children have given to R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan?

Past families with young children that have stayed at this property have given R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan an average rating of 8.5. You can look up more specific customer evaluations and comments by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What do local travelers think about R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan?

Past local visitors that have stayed at this property have given R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan an average rating of 8.8. You can look up on more descriptive customer testimonials, and responses for this property down in the review section.

What famous shopping locations are close by R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan?

Shopping options in R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan’s Kawaramachi neighborhood include Kyoto Station Building.

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

Check-in is from 03:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM. You may ask for early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Visitors checking in or out before or after the specified time frame may be charged an additional fee.

What is the closest airport to R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan?

The closest airport to R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan is Tajima Airport, 105.0 km away.

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What people love about R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan

10
Exceptional
Cleanliness
"Really super clean."
Garry
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July 12, 2023
10
Exceptional
Cleanliness
"Super clean and tidy."
JEAN
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June 11, 2023
10
Exceptional
Location
"Location's good too with the Gojo subway station exit 2 nearby (5 min walk)."
Ruzaini
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July 18, 2023

Cheapest price score

Value for money score

8.9/10

Cleanliness score

9.2/10

Couples review score

9/10

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Overall rating:

8.8

Excellent
873 reviews

Cleanliness

9.2

Facilities

8.8

Location

8.4

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What travelers say they love:

Breakfast is toast with preserves and tea/ coffee.

Garry from Japan
Business traveler

More about R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan

R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan

R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan is the perfect choice for travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Kyoto. Experience an urban escape in Kyoto with a stay at R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan, with its exceptional location right in the city center.
R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan offers numerous on-site facilities to satisfy even the most discerning guest. Never be out of touch with your contacts, with free Wi-Fi offered throughout your stay. The hostel provides front desk services such as concierge service and luggage storage for guests' convenience. Staying for a long time, or just need clean clothes? laundromat and laundry service offered at the hostel will keep your favorite travel outfits clean and available.
For lazy days and nights, in-room conveniences like daily housekeeping let you make the most of your room. Please be advised that smoking is not allowed in the hostel to allow cleaner air for all guests. Smoking is limited to designated areas only, for the health and well-being of all guests and staff.
Equipped with handy amenities, guestrooms at R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan guarantee a comfortable stay for all travelers. Some rooms are equipped with linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning for your convenience. Some rooms at R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan include special design features like a separate living room. The hostel also offers a refrigerator and instant tea in some rooms for when you feel like it is needed.
Knowing that bathroom amenities play an important role in increasing guests' satisfaction, the hostel provides a hair dryer, toiletries and towels in some select rooms.

Dining and things to do

Nothing starts a morning better than a delicious breakfast, which you can always enjoy in-house at R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan. Guests who prefer to make their own meals will love the in-house shared kitchen available here.
Recreational facilities at R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan are designed for escape and relaxation. Have fun with your friends or family, or even meet new people at the shared lounge and TV area.

Around the property

Take some time to explore Kyoto during your stay at the hostel. Get a photograph of yourself in front of Gion located 1.8 km away, a must-see for anyone visiting Kyoto.

Reasons to stay here

Rooms don't get much cheaper than here, being less than 99% of the city's accommodation.
This hostel beats 91% of accommodations in the city on value for money.
This hostel scores higher than 91% of the city's accommodations for cleanliness.

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Amenities and facilities

Excellent

Facilities

8.8

Most talked about facilities

Housekeeping

16 mentions

Breakfast

6 mentions

Food & Dining

1 mention

Internet

1 mention

Languages spoken

English
Chinese [Mandarin]
Japanese
Korean

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible

Internet access

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
Internet
Internet services
Wi-Fi in public areas

Dining, drinking, and snacking

Breakfast [buffet]
Breakfast [continental]
Shared kitchen
Vending machine

Cleanliness and safety

Body thermometer
Daily disinfection in all rooms
Daily disinfection in common areas
Doctor/nurse on call
First aid kit
Guest rooms seal after sanitization
Hand sanitizer
Hot water linen and laundry washing
Hygiene certification
Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
Professional-grade sanitizing services
Protective screens in common areas
Room sanitization opt-out available
Rooms sanitized between stays
Sanitized kitchen and tableware items
Shared stationery removed
Staff trained in safety protocol
Temperature check for guests and staff

Services and conveniences

Air conditioning in public area
Concierge
Contactless check-in/out
Daily housekeeping
Elevator
Facilities for disabled guests
Heating in public area
Invoice provided
Laundromat
Laundry service
Luggage storage
Smoke-free property
Smoking area

For the kids

Family room

Access

CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguisher
Front desk [24-hour]
Non-smoking rooms
Pets allowed
Safety/security feature
Security [24-hour]
Service animals are welcome
Smoke alarms

Available in all rooms

Accessible by elevator
Air conditioning
Carpeting
Free bottled water
Free welcome drink
Heating
Individual air conditioning
Linens
Mobile hotspot device
Non-smoking
Reading light
Safety/security feature
Sleep comfort items
Slippers
Smoke detector
Socket near the bed
Towels
Trash cans

Food and dining

Breakfast options

Continental

Location

256-2 Motoryogae-cho, Kawaramachi, Kyoto, Japan, 600-8436

Excellent

Location

8.4

Airports

Osaka International Airport (ITM)
37.5 km 50 min drive
Kobe Airport (UKB)
62.9 km 1.3 hour drive

Public transportation

Gojo Subway Station
310 m 5 min walk
Shijo Subway Station
500 m 3 min drive

Hospital or clinic

Okabayashi Clinic
320 m 4 min walk

Shopping

Kyoto Station Building
1.4 km

Convenience store

Ministop
20 m

Cash withdrawal

ATM
210 m 3 min drive

What's nearby

Popular landmarks

Nishiki Market Shopping District
870 m
Kyoto Station Building
1.4 km
Sanjusangendo Temple
1.6 km
Gion
1.8 km
Nijō Castle
1.9 km
Kiyomizu-dera Temple
2.5 km
Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
3.7 km
Ginkakuji Temple
4.8 km
Kinkakuji Temple
5.3 km
Arashiyama Monkey Park
7.9 km

Nearby landmarks

Mini Stop
40 m
Suetomi Kyoto Main Store
80 m
Mimuro
120 m
Kimono Kyokomachi
120 m
Happynes't - Pilates & Yoga
240 m
Inabado
250 m
Kitone
260 m
Hanjo Shrine
270 m
Gojo Subway Station
310 m
Okabayashi Clinic
320 m

Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

All children are welcome.

Others

Check-in is not possible after 10:00 PM.
Pets are strictly not allowed at the property.
Guests under 10 years old are not allowed to stay in the dormitory rooms.
According to local tax regulation, effective from October 1, 2018, guests should pay accommodation tax surcharge directly to the property upon check-in (per person per night):

Tax JPY 200 - for room rate of JPY 19,999 and under per night.
Tax JPY 500 - for room rate between JPY 20,000 and JPY 49,999 per night.
Tax JPY 1,000 - for room rate of JPY 50,000 and over per night.
Since dormitory room B and C have 2 rooms each, the room might be separated even if guests make a reservation as a group depending on the reservation situation.
Checkin is from 15:00
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out

Check-in from: 15:00
Check-in until: 23:00
Check-out until: 10:00
Reception open until: 23:00

Getting around

Distance from city center: 0.4km
Travel time to airport (minutes): 60

Extras

Daily Internet/Wi-Fi fee: 0 JPY

The property

Non-smoking rooms/floors: no
Number of floors: 4
Number of rooms : 26
Room voltage: 100
Year property opened: 2017

Property announcements

Airdog has been installed in the dormitory rooms (5 rooms in total).

Reviews of R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan from real guests

10.0

Exceptional

Zessi from Indonesia

Solo traveler

1 Person in 6-Bed Dormitory - Female Only

Stayed 2 nights in December 2022

Totally recommended!”

One of the best dorms I ever stayed! I don't know how they could keep the place so neat and clean. I felt totally comfortable there. The bed is nice, I slept well. The bathroom is clean. And the staff is super nice.

Reviewed December 15, 2022

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10.0

Exceptional

Miguel from Philippines

Solo traveler

1 Person in 6-Bed Dormitory - Mixed

Stayed 4 nights in October 2022

Good location, facilities and prices ”

I really had a good stay here. Price was very affordable. The place itself is spacious, clean and well designed. The staff were friendly and even helped me out with receiving a shipment. The location is perfect, near a station, not in a crowded or noisy area. Would definitely stay here again next time.

Reviewed October 25, 2022

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10.0

Exceptional

Erica from South Korea

Solo traveler

1 Person in 6-Bed Dormitory - Female Only

Stayed 1 night in January 2023

Exceptional”

The cleanest hostel I’ve ever stayed in. It’s very new, quiet, and comfortable. The beds are private and the luggage lockers are large. I had a comfortable stay

Reviewed January 14, 2023

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10.0

Exceptional

Chunxi from New Zealand

Solo traveler

1 Person in 12-Bed Dormitory - Mixed

Stayed 2 nights in January 2023

Great location great facilities”

The facilities are superb and you get access to lots of attractions easily and communication is smooth too

Reviewed February 06, 2023

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9.6

Exceptional

Alexandre from France

Couple

2 Bed Private Room

Stayed 3 nights in January 2023

Exceptional”

This hostel is really great. There's everything around, Kyoto station is 20min away, and groceries just a few meters! The staff is great, it's clean in the whole hostel. The breakfast included is also good! I highly recommend 🙏

Reviewed February 01, 2023

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10.0

Exceptional

Nicole from Japan

Solo traveler

1 Person in 12-Bed Dormitory - Mixed

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

Great hostel”

Enjoyed my stay at R. Star hostel. Location was very convenient, close a large train station and tourist areas. The hostel was very clean and well-kept. Highly recommend this hostel.

Reviewed May 19, 2022

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10.0

Exceptional

SHARANYA from India

Solo traveler

1 Person in 6-Bed Dormitory - Female Only

Stayed 1 night in November 2022

Awesome!”

Loved it! Free breakfast, great vibes, lovely staff and super clean

Reviewed November 02, 2022

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10.0

Exceptional

Kaede from Japan

Solo traveler

1 Person in 6-Bed Dormitory - Female Only

Stayed 1 night in April 2022

Comfortable Stay”

The room and common kitchen are super clean. The shower rooms are also up to mark! The staffs are really helpful and friendly.

Reviewed April 14, 2022

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9.6

Exceptional

SWEE from Malaysia

Solo traveler

Twin Room (Private Bathroom)

Stayed 3 nights in December 2022

Very clean hostel ! ”

Free breakfast toast bread and coffee ! Staff are helpful , hostel is super clean and very value for money !

Reviewed December 18, 2022

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9.2

Exceptional

Annika from Netherlands

Couple

2 Bed Private Room

Stayed 1 night in December 2022

Exceptional”

It’s very clean, has spacious rooms, enough toilets and showers and you can leave your luggage there which is very convenient. Good coffee once a day for free, big kitchen. The only downside is that the walls are quite thin, my fellow guests were definitely not considerate of others and dried their hair in the middle of the night, moved furniture around and talked very loud which is why I did not sleep well. therefore, your comfort depends for a great deal on other guests.

Reviewed December 02, 2022

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10.0

Exceptional

Garry from Japan

Business traveler

1 Person in 12-Bed Dormitory - Mixed

Stayed 1 night in March 2021

Great location ”

Breakfast is toast with preserves and tea/ coffee. Very clean. Nice residential area with subway super close. Short walk to all the major places in Kyoto.

Reviewed March 07, 2021

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9.6

Exceptional

yueran from Hong Kong SAR, China

Solo traveler

1 Person in 12-Bed Dormitory - Mixed

Stayed 1 night in January 2023

Nice hostel”

The first bath after arriving Japan (thankfully, here the AC is very warm with convenient facilities. Many young people's choice.

Reviewed January 22, 2023

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10.0

Exceptional

yolthida from South Korea

Family with young children

Twin Room (Private Bathroom)

Stayed 3 nights in November 2022

Clean”

I spent 3 nights here and it was so good. Will back again :)

Reviewed December 06, 2022

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10.0

Exceptional

Garry from Japan

Solo traveler

1 Person in 12-Bed Dormitory - Mixed

Stayed 1 night in February 2021

Great location”

Beautiful building. Very clean. Quiet neighbourhood. Great facilities. Simple breakfast (toast & preserves). Really good coffee! I’ll be back.

Reviewed February 06, 2021

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9.6

Exceptional

Mayumi from Japan

Solo traveler

Dormitory Mixed-Sex B

Stayed 1 night in December 2022

Will def back”

The hostel is so clean, and there’s free breakfast too!^^

Reviewed December 26, 2022

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10.0

Exceptional

Hong from Vietnam

Solo traveler

1 Person in 6-Bed Dormitory - Female Only

Stayed 1 night in November 2019

Staff friendly and near bus stop”

Staff friendly , clean room and near bus stop

Reviewed February 25, 2020

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10.0

Exceptional

Simoun from Singapore

Solo traveler

1 Person in 12-Bed Dormitory - Mixed

Stayed 1 night in January 2020

Bang for buck ”

There’s 24 hour access and it’s really close to the station. Especially useful since it’s only 10 minutes away from USJ as well.

Reviewed January 08, 2020

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10.0

Exceptional

Hong from Vietnam

Solo traveler

1 Person in 12-Bed Dormitory - Mixed

Stayed 1 night in November 2019

Staff friendly and near bus stop”

Staff friendly, clean room and near bus stop

Reviewed February 25, 2020

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8.4

Excellent

Jennifer from Australia

Solo traveler

2 Bed Private Room

Stayed 7 nights in December 2022

Great location”

This hostel is good value for money and in a great location. The facilities are fairly basic but functional. The kitchen/ lounge is great for cooking a simple meal and catching up on work.

Reviewed December 11, 2022

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8.4

Excellent

Carlos from United Arab Emirates

Solo traveler

1 Person in 12-Bed Dormitory - Mixed

Stayed 2 nights in January 2023