Just a 5-minute walk from Daitokuji Temple, Guest house Bon offers convenience in air-conditioned Japanese-style rooms with no curfew. It features a common kitchen, a coin-operated launderette and free coffee/ tea. Bon Guest house 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 nonsmoking and come with Tatami-mat flooring and heating facilities. Guests have access to shared bathroom facilities. Guests can explore the neighborhood on a bike or make use of the free Wi-Fi in guest rooms.

Couples in particular 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

  • Erika
    United States of America United States of America
    Charming traditional guesthouse outside of the busy parts of Kyoto. The neighborhood around the guesthouse is peaceful with great food. The host, Bon, is wonderful and works hard to make the stay pleasant. He recommended a lot of places to eat,...
  • Caitlin
    United States of America United States of America
    I really enjoyed my time here! The host is wonderful and took me to and from the station, so I didn’t have to drag my luggage around. The room was comfortable, and the shared bathroom facilities were well maintained. The only downside is the...
  • Hirokazu
    Slovakia Slovakia
    The owner was very friendly and nice. He cares about everything we stay. He told me where to go how to go and so on. The accommodation was very nice to stay. There is many public bus around the accommodation.
  • Kwang
    South Korea South Korea
    Bon San was very helpful from beginning to the end of my trip in Kyoto. Mine was a short trip and Bon San helped me with organizing my itinerary. I really appreciate all of his advice and help. Bon san really goes out of his way to make your Kyoto...
  • Luis
    Colombia Colombia
    If you want to experience an authentic japanese house, this is the place. Very nice guests
  • Jonatan
    Germany Germany
    Unbelievably friendly and kind host! He did everything he could to make us feel comfortable and gave us lots of tips for Kyoto. Truly a gem accommodation in Kyoto!
  • Sera
    United States of America United States of America
    Bon san, the host is very friendly and kind to help. He also gave many suggestions for good spots to explore in Kyoto. I stayed at his house for two weeks and I had a wonderful time. The house is good design and beauty. It will be nice to stay if...
  • Thomassek
    Germany Germany
    If you want to experience true local life in Kyoto, this is the place to stay! While you might need a bit more travel time to reach some attractions, you can still easily explore the city—and there are several fantastic attractions nearby. The...
  • Bastian
    Chile Chile
    Its a traditional Japanese house, its always clean and kitchen has everything you need. Bon is a really kind person, always willing to help and he speaks english very well. Bon gave us many tips and local recommendation. Its just perfect.
  • Melissa
    United States of America United States of America
    This place is very special and I felt safe, happy, and comfortable staying here. It became like home for me. If you want to experience the real Kyoto , away from the crowds , come here. It has everything you need, especially for a long term stay....

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 225 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

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 info

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 ..

Neighborhood info

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

Area info

Amenities of Guesthouse Bon
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities
  • Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Laundry
  • Heating
  • Daily housekeeping
Bathroom
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Shared toilet
  • Shared bathroom
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • 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 meals (on request)
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs ¥700 per day.
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Baggage storage
    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Currency exchange
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    • Safe
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Fan
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • Spanish
    • Japanese

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

    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    Until 11:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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

    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.
    Payments by Booking.com
    Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, 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 need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 9:00 AM.

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

    Please note that this hotel accepts cash only for payments.

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

    License number: 京都市指令保保生第84号

    FAQs about Guesthouse Bon

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

    • Room options at Guesthouse Bon include:

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

      • Cooking class
      • Bicycle rental
    • Guesthouse Bon is 3.1 miles from the center of Kyoto. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Guesthouse Bon is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.