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Guest House Kyorakuya Kinkakuji - Kyoto

A calm, well-equipped guesthouse in northern Kyoto, steps from local gardens and a short walk from Nijo Castle.

  • 5-minute walk to Oukoku Bunko
  • Garden and shared lounge
  • Shared kitchen and laundry on site
7.6 good 48 reviews Booking.com 7.6 · 48 reviews

About

Guest House Kyorakuya Kinkakuji - Kyoto

Guest House Kyorakuya Kinkakuji sits in the Kita ward of Kyoto, a residential area a 5-minute walk from Oukoku Bunko. The guesthouse has a garden and a shared lounge, with a bicycle-friendly setting for exploring the city at your own pace.

The accommodation is a Japanese-style vacation home with two double beds, a private bathroom, and a view over the garden. Shared spaces include a fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities, and a TV room, making it a practical choice for longer stays.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • No pets allowed
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Garden and shared lounge — The property features a garden and a shared lounge, offering relaxing outdoor and indoor spaces for guests.
  • Well-equipped shared kitchen — A shared kitchen with an electric kettle, cookware, and a dining table lets you prepare meals during your stay.
  • Laundry facilities on site — A washing machine and ironing facilities are available, useful for longer trips.
  • Japanese-style room — The vacation home sleeps four on two double beds with a garden view, air conditioning, and heating.
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Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Check-in window is short — Check-in is strictly between 15:00 and 21:00, which may be inconvenient for late arrivals.
  • No pets allowed — Pets are not permitted on the property, so travelers with animals need to look elsewhere.
  • No parking mentioned — The property does not list parking, which could be a challenge for guests driving in Kyoto.
  • Isolated from main attractions — While close to Oukoku Bunko, it's a 25-minute walk to Nijo Castle and farther from central Kyoto sights.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Japanese-Style Vacation Home

  • 2 Double beds
  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

Basic

  • Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • No smoking on site

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Laundry
  • Ironing facilities

Common areas

  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Flat-screen TV

Safety

  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Other

  • Free toiletries
  • Electric blankets
  • Dressing area
  • Cycling

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

7.6
good 48 reviews

Guest-rated 7.6/10 from 48 reviews

Booking.com · 7.6 · 48 reviews

04 — Location

Getting around Kyoto

The property sits in Kyoto.

Oukoku Bunko: About a 5-minute walk away, this local attraction offers a cultural stop near the guesthouse.

Nijo Castle: Roughly a 25-minute walk, this historic castle is a major landmark in Kyoto.

Kita-Ku Hirano Miyanishi-Cho 52, Kyoto, Kyoto, 603-8357, Japan

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 15:00-21:00
Check-out
By 10:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What time is check-in and check-out?

Check-in is from 15:00 to 21:00, and check-out is at 10:00.

Are pets allowed at the guesthouse?

No, pets are not allowed on the property.

Is there a kitchen available for guests?

Yes, there is a shared kitchen with an electric kettle, cookware, and a dining table.

Does the room have air conditioning?

Yes, the Japanese-style vacation home includes air conditioning and heating.

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The bottom line

A practical, quiet base for travelers who value self-catering and a garden retreat, though its location and check-in hours require planning.

7.6Good for independent travelers

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