A 15-minute walk from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Yasaka Shrine, Guest House Gojo offers simple and cosy Japanese-style dormitory accommodation with free Wi-fi, futon beds and shared bathrooms. It is housed in a 100-year-old traditional building.
Each air-conditioned dormitory room has a tatami (woven-straw) floor and sliding paper screens. Toilets are shared, and rooms can have up to 6 guests. Towels are available at a surcharge.
The hotel is 400 metres from Keihan Kiyomizu-Gojo Train Station and a 10-minute taxi ride from JR Kyoto Train Station. Sanjusangen-do Temple is a 15-minute walk.
Guests can enjoy light meals and drinks at the cafe on the ground floor.
There is no curfew.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
“Traditional house converted into a guesthouse. On the ground floor they also have a cafe. Really cool, chill vibe. Friendly staff. Walking distance to gion and the train line. Air con in the room. Would definetely stay again”
Hsiao
Taiwan
“The service staff is super friendly, helpful and willing to share recommended attractions!”
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Anna
United Kingdom
“I liked the traditional Japanese style of the building and the staff were very lovely and friendly. The accommodation is close to everything you want to see in the area and transport links are just a short walk away.”
Le
France
“If you are looking to a traditionnal place, come sleep here.
There is like a chill vibe there so Everyone is friendly, the staff is super kind, the breakfast is super Nice, I try the best ginger ale there
Best place to stay in Kyoto”
Brendan
Malaysia
“Great traditional house with futon style bed for the dorms! There is enough toilets and bath for everyone. The staff are great and speaks excellent English as well. Lockers provided.”
Taj
Australia
“It felt SO FRIGGIN COZY like the cafe downstairs with the music such an amazing vibe. The rest of the house old but gold so fun to like just get up to regular stuff, washing, dinner. The staff were amazing, I didn’t exactly get to say bye because...”
De
Belgium
“Probably one of the most cosy and stylish stays so far”
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Luis
Brazil
“The location is good. Not too far from old kyoto. The house is old and interesting. The lobby area is pleasant.”
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Kaveh
Sweden
“Lovely staff, Great location, Cosy traditional rooms, Cute café”
Michael
United Kingdom
“The staff. All absolutely amazing. Not only efficient at whatever they were doing, from reception, to providing food and coffee, coffee is very important, but a pleasure to listen to and talk to. Was not expecting a futo to be one of my great...”
Property surroundings
Facilities of Gojo Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5
Most popular facilities
Non-smoking rooms
Free WiFi
Laundry
Heating
Bar
House rules
Gojo Guest House 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
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 older than 5 years are welcome.
Children 18 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.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
The full amount of the reservation must be paid at check-in.
Please inform Gojo Guest House 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.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.
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