Just a 5-minute walk from Daitokuji Temple, Guesthouse Bon offers convenience in air-conditioned Japanese-style rooms with no curfew. It features a common kitchen, a coin-operated laundrette and free coffee/ tea. Bon Guesthouse is an 8-minute walk from Imamiya Shrine and a 16-minute walk from Kitaoji Train Station. It is a 10-minute drive from Kinkaku Temple and a 40-minute bus ride from JR Kyoto train station. Simply furnished rooms are non-smoking and come with Tatami-mat flooring and heating facilities. Guests have access to shared bathroom facilities. Guests can explore the neighbourhood on a bike or make use of the free Wi-Fi in guest rooms.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)


Availability

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

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.7
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
9.2
High score for Kyoto
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Stelios
    Greece Greece
    Bon is an amazing person. He even helped with some request I had for him before I even made it there - he didn't have to do it but he went the extra mile and then some. The guesthouse is beautiful. The neighborhood is far from the hustle and...
  • Nabuchodonosor
    France France
    Very nice host with a lot of advices Bicycles available at low price Quiet neighborhood Not touristic
  • Daryna
    Spain Spain
    + great host + quiet neighbourhood + traditional style housing + possibility to rent a bike
  • Catharine
    Germany Germany
    I really loved this Guesthouse and if I ever make it back to Kyoto, I would stay here in a heartbeat. The owner was warm and kind and friendly, I liked him tremendously. The building is old and beautiful and the location was, I thought, perfect....
  • Angus
    Australia Australia
    Host was very friendly and helpful from the moment I arrived. I love the style of the house and was in a good location.
  • Antonin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Gorgeous traditional house with a homely and peaceful atmosphere. Taniguchi was an amazing host, super friendly and helpful during our stay. He was always available, whether to accommodate us checking-in late, advising us as we planned our days in...
  • Jennifer
    Canada Canada
    Bon was an amazing host!! He felt like family after our 5 night stay! We offered us rides to the metro several times and was always available to offer suggestions and help. We didn't want to leave! The guesthouse felt like a real authentic...
  • Siena
    Australia Australia
    Bon is a slice and of real, traditional Kyoto living. The proprietors are some of the nicest people you would ever meet - anywhere. They care about you having not only a pleasant stay, but also that you have a positive experience and good...
  • Sarah
    Hong Kong Hong Kong
    The host is very friendly and welcoming. As a female single traveler you want to feel safe and welcome and this place is perfect in that sens. Also I personally like the neighbourhood. This much more local and quiet residential neighbourhood might...
  • Nora
    Finland Finland
    I had the loveliest time at Guesthouse Bon! The twin room was traditional with a futon and sitting pillows, and beautiful rice paper doors to a small terrace. The common area was a nice place to have breakfast, and the kitchen had all the needed...

Property questions and answers
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  • good morning, we are a family of four adults and would like to book two rooms with private toilet and bathroom, can you confirm availabiliy and price ? thank you

    We are very sorry that we do not have private bath room and toilet . Kind regard Bon guesthouse Taniguchi
    Answered on 23 November 2023

Managed by owner

Company review score: 9.9Based on 227 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

I traveled over 50 countries, i speak a little Spanish also a little Thai , I was also worked in New York ,Germany 1year each as Sushi restaurant. If you are interesting to learn Japanese cooking, then i will try to teach in reasonable price how do you cook the Japanese food not only Sushi. But Just If i have time and depends on how many guest are stay here Bon guesthouse... because our space is not enough big to do it. If someone want to use the kitchen for them self is I can not do it. Please contact direct by email ,,, I will let you know i can do it or not,,

Property information

I have no idea for sales point of Bon guesthouse. We are not near by Kyoto station and also Down town area . Just quiet area here. If you want to use the JR pass or more night life is better do not stay here. We are very much convenience area for the life style shops restaurant super market are a lot of choice here and they are cheap for eat to buy many things, only one night is not very good idea to stay here, So please think before you will choice to here. Thank you ..

Neighbourhood information

There are vey old shrine and temple are so round here and Public bath house,, near Kamo river ,, I like to cycle there Kamo river bank to Silver temple via Shimogamo shrine,, Bomb walk also 1hour from here by cycle, But depends on the weather too do it. second hand shops are 4 or 5 shops about 1hour walk from here. I hope you will enjoy to stay here if you stay your self quiet,

Languages spoken

English,Spanish,Japanese

Property surroundings

Facilities of Guesthouse Bon
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Heating
  • Daily housekeeping
Bathroom
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Shared toilet
  • Shared bathroom
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Alarm clock
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Fireplace
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Special diet menus (on request)
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs ¥700 per day.
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Luggage storage
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Currency exchange
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Fan
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Spanish
    • Japanese

    House rules
    Guesthouse Bon takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 22:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    Until 11:00
    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.

    Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    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.
    Payments by Booking.com
    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Quiet hours
    Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 09:00.

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

    Please note that this hotel accepts cash only for payments.

    Please inform Guesthouse Bon 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 21:00:00 and 09:00:00.

    License number: 京都市指令保保生第84号

    FAQs about Guesthouse Bon

    • Room options at Guesthouse Bon include:

      • Twin
      • Single
    • Guesthouse Bon is 3.1 miles from the centre of Kyoto. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Guesthouse Bon is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

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

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

      • Cooking class
      • Bicycle rental