About this property

Ideally located just a 10-minute walk from the iconic Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Guesthouse Soi offers various rooms including private Japanese-style rooms and dormitory rooms. Both Kiyomizu Gojo and Shichijo stations for the Keihan Main Line are situated within a 10-minute walk. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. All rooms at Guesthouse Soi are air-conditioned, and come with free toiletries and towels. Some rooms feature a private bathroom. While staying at the hostel, guests can rent a bicycle to explore the city or use the coin launderette on site. A shared kitchen is also provided for guests’ convenience. Guesthouse Soi is a 3-minute walk from Umamachi Bus Stop, which is a 13-minute bus ride from JR Kyoto Station. Keihan Fushimi Inari Station is a 6-minute train ride away from Kiyomizu Gojo Station.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

    • Situated in the best rated area in Kyoto, this property has an excellent location score of 9.2

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Asian


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 sofa bed
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1 large double bed
1 sofa bed
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1 large double bed
1 sofa bed
and
1 futon bed
1 sofa bed
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1 futon bed
1 sofa bed
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2 futon beds
1 single bed
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1 sofa bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
4 bunk beds
4 bunk beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ak_fi
    Finland Finland
    The guesthouse was really clean, quiet and with great atmosphere. The staff was really helpful and the breakfast was good, western style. The shower facilities were excellent and always clean.
  • Fanney
    Iceland Iceland
    Its very clean. Staff speak good english. Quiet and lovely. Free breakfast really a nice touch and the coffee in the morning. Really felt very homie. Guest brollies amazing.
  • Carla
    Spain Spain
    One of the best places I’ve ever stayed! The staff is absolutely wonderful, they are kind, helpful, and welcoming. The breakfasts were also amazing. I’d love to come back!
  • Sergio
    Australia Australia
    After spending two weeks a couple of year ago, we came back this July and it is as good as we remembered (possibly even better!) Highly recommended.
  • Kate
    Australia Australia
    Genuinely kind and helpful owners and staff. They went out of their way to engage with us, make us comfortable and ensure we had some good plans for each day. They took particular care of our 9 year old son and were so lovely with him. They...
  • Mark
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Gorgeous guesthouse, small rooms but very practical and comfortable and hosts were extremely welcoming and helpful
  • Mabe
    Ecuador Ecuador
    The staff is wonderful, super helpful and kind. Always giving nice recommendations and really helpful information on how to go around Kyoto and the best gems to visit. The breakfast was also very nice and the stay overall was excellent. Everything...
  • Sylvain
    Australia Australia
    The people at the guesthouse were incredibly kind and helpful, which really made the stay special. The breakfast was also very nice to start the day and generous.
  • Nina
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    amazing location, super cute rooms and an amazing owner who was very kind and helpful!
  • Madhu
    Australia Australia
    Very friendly staff. Speak good English! Very helpful too.

Managed by Maki Ueta

Company review score: 9.9Based on 1,164 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Guesthouse Soi is a family running guesthouse by a Singapore-Japanese couple, avid travelers who’s everyday lives are deeply involved with the guests.

Property information

Our guest say they have a feeling of home. If you are curious to see local people’s house, and you need a tidy and comfortable rooms, our place will be your best choice! We have many types of rooms according to each traveler’s different needs. Most of our rooms are traditional Japanese Tatami (woven-straw) floor rooms, and they are for you to try special local experience. Our rooms are suitable especially for families and groups. Reasonable dorm beds are also available for individual backpackers.

Neighbourhood information

We are located in Higashiyama, one of the best preserved historic districts in the city. Easy access from/to Kyoto station and city center (bus all day), and some of the main scenic areas in walking distance. Our guesthouse is in a quiet area along the lower slope to the eastern mountains, good environment with university, museums and luxus hotels nearby.

Languages spoken

English,Japanese,Chinese

Property surroundings

House rules

Guesthouse Soi takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 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 older than 3 years are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBDiscoverCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Group policies may be applied and a deposit may be charged under the following circumstances:

- 1 room is booked for over 5 nights

- 2 rooms are booked for over 3 nights

- 3 or more rooms are booked

- Please contact the property directly for more details regarding group policies.

- Late check-ins after 22:00 must be confirmed by the hotel in advance.

Please inform Guesthouse Soi 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.

License number: 京都市指令保保医第601号

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