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Providing quiet street views, Guesthouse Kyoto Arashiyama in Kyoto provides accommodations and a garden. The property is around 2.5 miles from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, 2.6 miles from Kinkaku-ji Temple, and 2.6 miles from Katsura Imperial Villa. Free Wifi, luggage storage space, and private check-in and check-out are featured. The air-conditioned units have a fully equipped kitchen with dining area, a microwave, kettle, and a toaster. There's 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 for guests to relax in. Arashiama Bamboo Grove is 2.6 miles from the guest house, while Nijo Castle is 2.8 miles away. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 30 miles from Guesthouse Kyoto Arashiyama.

Couples in particular 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

  • Shirin
    Singapore Singapore
    Great location within 15 min of train station and also right next to bus stop and close to eateries. Clean friendly great service and good facilities for a ryokan!
  • Oscar
    Sweden Sweden
    Great authentic traditional Japanese style rooms. The host is really nice and accomodating! We enjoyed our stay very much. The location is peaceful and quiet, and just a short busride away from many interesting temples and attractions of west Kyoto.
  • Xiao
    Malaysia Malaysia
    Owner was very kind and responsive to messages. He also provided welcome snacks and departure gifts. The place was clean and beautiful, with a fully equipped kitchen. We loved everything about the stay.
  • T
    Tawny
    United States of America United States of America
    The hosts are so lovely and kind! They were really flexible with my check in despite me arriving there well before the designated time. It's the perfect amount of space for a solo traveler; the tatami style room was very cozy and comfortable....
  • Abigail
    United States of America United States of America
    Economical, authentic. Quiet. Kind proprietor. There are several tiny restaurants within a 15-minute walk. We ate at one called Sunonome, which had excellent food and a delightful proprietor. Myosin-Ji Temple grounds are nearby, including very...
  • Jacob
    United States of America United States of America
    This was a great spot, I really enjoyed having all the normal facilities I would at home.
  • Gary
    Japan Japan
    Friendly and accommodating staff convenient location
  • Nicholas
    Indonesia Indonesia
    The host is super friendly, he's like a grandpa who takes care of us. The room is very homey, the futon and tatami were a really great experience.
  • Yahel
    Israel Israel
    The owner was very welcoming and really nice, the room was very clean and organized, the futon was decently comfortable and the location was fantastic. The stay was great!
  • Rotsukon
    Thailand Thailand
    The coziness and privacy. A japanese studio with all the necessities. The host is friendly and adorable.

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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Amenities of Guesthouse Kyoto Arashiyama
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry
  • Garden
  • Heating
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub 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/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
  • Laundry
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's 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 need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 5:00 AM.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

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

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

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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

In response to the 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

FAQs about Guesthouse Kyoto Arashiyama

  • Check-in at Guesthouse Kyoto Arashiyama is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

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

  • Room options at Guesthouse Kyoto Arashiyama include:

    • Twin
    • Triple
  • The prices at Guesthouse Kyoto Arashiyama may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

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