Guesthouse Engawa offers accommodation in Kyoto. Guests can relax and enjoy the peace and quiet of Kyoto in their rooms. Each comes with a flat-screen TV, and an electric kettle will be provided upon request. Bathroom facilities are shared with other guests. Free toiletries and hairdryers are also available. There is luggage storage space at the property. Kiyomizu-dera Temple is 600 metres from Guesthouse Engawa, while Heian Shrine is 2.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Osaka Itami Airport, 39 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Kyoto, this property has an excellent location score of 9.6

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.


Availability

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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

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Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.9
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
9.8
High score for Kyoto
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Carys
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We had a really good stay at Guesthouse Engawa. Mr and Mrs Li were extremely helpful in recommending places to visit and were clearly extremely enthusiastic about Kyoto. Mr Li's night tour was great to see areas of the city we wouldn't normally be...
  • Maria
    Germany Germany
    It was such an amazing stay I almost felt home which i really needed because i was feeling sick and Mr. Li was so friendly and caring and even gave me medicine! He was always very eager to tell me about events happening in Kyoto which i highly...
  • Chimene
    Netherlands Netherlands
    The host is amazing! He takes every guest on a free tour and he tells you everything you need to know about Kyoto and the geishas. He also gives all the guests a small welcoming present and a new tooth brush etc. I would recommend this place to...

Property surroundings

Facilities of Guesthouse Engawa
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Garden
  • Heating
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Shared toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
Internet
Good free WiFi 24 Mbps. Suitable for streaming HD content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Adult only
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Japanese
  • Chinese

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

Check-in
From 16:30 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 10:30 to 12:30
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.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 01:00 and 06:00
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 10 years are welcome.

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.

Age restriction
Check-in is only possible for guests aged between 18 and 50
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 23:00 and 07:00.

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

Bookings can only be guaranteed until 22:00. After 22:00, check-in is not allowed. The entrance closes at 22:00, but at check-in guests are provided with a pass code for entrance after this time.

Public parking is available nearby. Charges apply.

Walls and floors are not soundproof and guests may experience some noise or disturbance.

Please note that the front desk may not be staffed outside regular check-in hours (16:00 - 22:00).

Luggage storage is available prior to check-in. Please contact the directly and make your request in advance if you intend to drop off your luggage between 12:00 - 14:00, as the property may not be staffed during those hours.

Guests are kindly requested to indicate the gender of each guest staying in the room in the Special Requests box when booking.

Please inform Guesthouse Engawa 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 07:00:00.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travellers, during dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be cancelled on arrival.

As a result of Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has temporarily suspended its shuttle services.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

License number: 京都市指令保保生第377号

FAQs about Guesthouse Engawa

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

    • Tour or class about local culture
  • The prices at Guesthouse Engawa may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at Guesthouse Engawa include:

    • Bed in Dormitory
    • Twin
    • Single
  • Guesthouse Engawa is 1.7 miles from the centre of Kyoto. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Guesthouse Engawa is from 16:30, and check-out is until 12:30.