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4 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, Guesthouse Kyoto Arashiyama is located in Kyoto and provides free WiFi and express check-in and check-out. It is situated 4.1 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple and features luggage storage space. The guest house features family rooms and facilities for disabled guests. The air-conditioned units have a fully equipped kitchen with dining area, a microwave, kettle, and a toaster. There is a private bathroom with bath in some units, along with slippers, a hair dryer and free toiletries. At the guest house, all units have a tatami and a flat-screen TV. The guest house is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Guests can also relax in the garden. Katsura Imperial Villa is 4.2 km from the guest house, while Arashiama Bamboo Grove is 4.2 km away. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 48 km from Guesthouse Kyoto Arashiyama.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)


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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 futon beds
3 futon beds
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
9.2
Location
8.5
Free WiFi
9.5
High score for Kyoto
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Lorenzo
    Italy Italy
    Amazing staff, amazing welcome, beautiful traditional Japanese experience!!
  • Alan
    Germany Germany
    Excellent location for visiting Ryoanji - comfortable simple tatami room
  • Sophie
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The self-contained room was cosy and charming. The host was kind and caring. It was a hot day when we checked in and he gifted us some cold towels + iced coffee (there was also wagashi in the room) :) On check out, he gave us a gift of green tea...
  • Tsz
    Hong Kong Hong Kong
    The simple tatami room felt homely and we stayed near an amazing restaurant called Hashimoto.
  • Davide
    Italy Italy
    Nice location, the room was comfortable and had everything. The host was super polite!
  • Sunny
    Australia Australia
    Perfect accomodation, very comfortable. hosts very kind and accomodating to my early check in and even took my luggage up the stairs when I was away And allowed me to check out at 0600 in the morning. They gave me a little gift as I left and I...
  • G
    Gavin
    South Africa South Africa
    Maanger was friendly and always willing to help when we had questions and offered us local informations which made our stay memorable! He borrowed us some bicycles during our stay which made getting around super convenient as I am an amputee and...
  • Adriana
    Denmark Denmark
    I love the place, it was spacious, neat, with everything needed, private, close to where I wanted to go (Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Hozugawa River Boat Ride, Kuuya-no-Taki Waterfall), the host was very welcoming (I could also store my luggage after...
  • Rebecca
    United States United States
    The owner was very sweet, and even gifted a tea as I left that left my heart warm and so sad to leave. IT was cozy, cute, and quiet, and gave me a taste of traditional Japanese living. There was a convenience store nearby, and it was really in a...
  • Maëlla
    France France
    The owner is so kind and thoughtful, it was a pleasure to meet him. The room was cozy and cute.

Property questions and answers
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  • any onsen nearby?

    Good morning!! Thank you for your inquiry. 10 minutes by bus. We look forward to seeing soon. Please be careful. Guesthouse KYOTO Arashiyama.
    Answered on 29 November 2019
  • Hi. What is the nearest subway station? And how far is it if you walk? Thanks!

    Thank you for your inquiry. 15minutes walk from Uzumasa Tenjingawa Station on the Tozai Subway Line.
    Answered on 15 October 2022
  • How much is the accomodation tax for one person for 6 days?

    Thank you for your inquiry. accomodation tax is 200 yen per person per day.
    Answered on 24 October 2021
  • Hello! Can the triple room accommodate 3 adults and 1 baby (1 year old)? And when do bookings for March 2025 open please? Thank you!

    Good morning!! Thank you for your inquiry. We will open soon. Thank you. Guesthouse KYOTO Arashiyama.
    Answered on 12 September 2024
  • Is there a stovetop available for cooking?

    Thank you for your inquiry. The stove is IH.
    Answered on 12 April 2024
  • Is the triple room come with private bathroom? How about the kitchen? Is it a shared kitchen?

    Dear Mr./Ms. Thank you for your inquiry. The triple room for inquiries is a kitchen and the bathroom is shared. Guesthouse KYOTO Arashiyama.
    Answered on 15 October 2019
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Facilities of Guesthouse Kyoto Arashiyama
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry
  • Garden
  • Heating
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Dining area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Laundry
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Visual aids: Braille
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Japanese
  • Chinese

House rules
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Check-in
From 15:00 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 05:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Guesthouse Kyoto Arashiyama in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

An accommodation tax per person per night is not included in the price and needs to be paid at the property.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 05:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

License number: 京都市指令保医セ第347号

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Guesthouse Kyoto Arashiyama

  • Guesthouse Kyoto Arashiyama offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Room options at Guesthouse Kyoto Arashiyama include:

      • Twin
      • Triple
    • Guesthouse Kyoto Arashiyama is 2.5 miles from the centre of Kyoto. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Guesthouse Kyoto Arashiyama may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Guesthouse Kyoto Arashiyama is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.