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Kyoto Shirakawa Kiraku Inn - Hostel

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Japanese Style Room #4 | Free WiFi
Japanese Style Room #1 | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels
Exterior
Property grounds

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

Map
251, Umemoto-cho, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0064
  • Gion Corner
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Heian Shrine
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Kiyomizu Temple
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Room options

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Japanese Style Room #1 | Free WiFi

Japanese Style Room #1

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Futons

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Japanese Style Room #3 | Free WiFi

Japanese Style Room #3

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Futon

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Japanese Style Room #2 | Free WiFi

Japanese Style Room #2

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons

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Japanese Style Room #5 | Free WiFi

Japanese Style Room #5

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Futons

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Japanese Style Room #4 | Free WiFi

Japanese Style Room #4

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Futon

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Shared Dormitory, Men only | Free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Men only

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Western Style Room #3 | Free WiFi

Western Style Room #3

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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HOTEL TAVINOS Kyoto

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, (200)
The price is €110
for 1 night
for 1 night
14 May - 15 May
HOTEL TAVINOS Kyoto

About this property

Kyoto Shirakawa Kiraku Inn - Hostel

Hostel in Kyoto, a quick walk to Gion Corner
Along with a microwave in a common area, this smoke-free hostel has a fridge in a common area and laundry facilities. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a computer station and a vending machine are on-site. Housekeeping is not available.
Kyoto Shirakawa Kiraku Inn - Hostel offers 7 accommodations. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. This Kyoto hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Kyoto Shirakawa Kiraku Inn - Hostel, you're just a quick walk from Yasaka Shrine. Free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include a computer, laundry facilities and a vending machine
  • On-site recreation includes bicycles to rent
  • 8 minutes by foot from Gion Corner and a 2-minute drive from Heian Shrine
As a guest of Kyoto Shirakawa Kiraku Inn - Hostel, you'll find a vending machine, laundry facilities, and a microwave in a common area. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

This Kyoto hostel is smoke free.

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Computer station

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8:30 AM - 11 AM) and Monday - Sunday (3 PM - 9 PM)
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 5 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 5 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 200–1,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property's front desk is open during the following times:
  • Monday - Sunday: 8:30 AM - 11 AM
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Children 5 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.

Property is also known as

Kyoto Gion KIRAKU-INN Hostel
KIRAKU-INN Hostel
Kyoto Gion KIRAKU-INN
KIRAKU-INN
Kyoto Gion KIRAKU INN Hostel
Kyoto Shirakawa KIRAKU inn
Kyoto Gion KIRAKU INN Hostel
Kyoto Shirakawa Kiraku Inn Hostel
Kyoto Shirakawa Kiraku Inn - Hostel Kyoto

Kyoto Shirakawa Kiraku Inn - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 54 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was so sweet and polite, took the time to explain the area and the busses/subways and how to get to all the popular areas! Bonus was the guard cat who always greeted me when I got back later in the evening 😁
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A unique experience in a traditional Japanese located in a convenient area. Staff were helpful and friendly, promptly replying to any queries online. As a Westerner (Spanish) I was worried about the futons being uncomfortable, but it was not the case at all. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Host was very nice and accomodating. Let us borrow umbrellas when it rained, we were able to check in early after arriving in Kyoto early.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Billy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice and cozy, great host!

10/10 Excellent

stan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had the bottom floor japanese room with a little garden and it was a pleasure to sleep in
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Kiraku Inn was a wonderful place to reside at for 3 nights in Kyoto. It was easy to get to from Kyoto Station with the bus 206 from the terminal right outside the station (alight after seeing Yasaka Shrine). Mr Kazo is a cat lover and a black and white senior cat is a resident at the inn. What's more is that the interior is decorated with cat images and figurines, even the signs that tell you to turn off the lights have cats doodled on them which puts a smile on your face. There is a mix of normal bed and traditional futon beds to choose from (we stayed in a 2 futon bed room), which is equipped with the necessities like charging ports and a tv we didnt need to use. Towels and pyjamas are provided with a small fee, which is used to supplement the cat's food. Washing machine and dryer is also located conveniently outside the bathroom (200 yen for washing 300 yen for dryer). It is a short walk (10-15min) to Gion where more food and night life is available. Highly recommended for animal lovers, simple living, and a peaceful stay. Thank you Mr Kazo and Tama the cat!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful 3 days at Shirakawa Kiraku Inn. The man who runs it is very helpful and has a very chill cat named Tama. He sent our bags to our next hotel and helped us find a pharmacy. It’s located in a historic district with beautiful streets, and in walking distance to shrines, temples, the best shopping and dining. Also we stayed at a very expensive Ryokan the following week and the futons were not as comfortable as here :))
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Enya

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
到着時にお茶のサービスをしてくださったり、部屋をアップグレードしてくださったり、チェックアウト後も荷物を置かせてくださりと、とても快適な滞在を過ごすことができました。立地も最高で、とてもおすすめです。
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The traditional Japanese Ryokan was a unique experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Angeline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Felt like home to me.

Owner is very dutiful and accommodating. Despite a bit of a language barrier he made an effort to communicate with me to help me out when I needed it, but otherwise left me alone. He also supplied recommendations on restaurants and things to visit within walking distance of the Inn in English. Few rooms so not too much bustling around of other patrons. Rooms very comfy and clean plus mine had the private veranda. There is access to a small kitchen and refrigerator but I didn't make use of it. Don't expect brand new construction. This inn is in an old building but it has been very well maintained. There is a cute aloof kitty that hangs around and bothers nobody to add to home feel of the Inn. Overall it was the best place for me to go back to after a day out and about. Felt sad to leave
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hostel in Gion

Located within the Gion district this small hostel was lovely - nice comfortable private room with nice amenities. Bathing facilities were clean. Friendly welcome and able to store luggage while exploring Kyoto one last time.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One of the best place of my trip

1. Excellent location. It is located near to quite a number of attractions and downtown Kyoto. 2. Simple and clean. This place has all the basic amenities and kept in tip top condition. 3. Excellent owner. Owner is friendly and provides tips and point out locations of attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Ilaria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Struttura in stile giapponese con futon e bagno in comune. Il futon l’ho trovato molto comodo e in ogni caso una bellissima esperienza nel cuore del popolare centro di Gion di Kyoto. Zona molto tranquilla e sicura, a pochi passi dalla metro ed a 2 minuti dalla fermata del bus che collega la stazione di Kyoto. Proprietario molto cordiale e gentilissimo ad averci suggerito alcuni itinerari e punti di interesse di Kyoto.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

像京都Home stay般的絕佳體驗

古色古香的京都民房，小地方都看得出經營者的用心，很棒的住宿體驗！
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

まゆみ

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Kamel

Liked: Staff & service
- Hotel was centralled located and host was helpful. - Rooms were small. - Asking for 100 yens to have a towel is bad look.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For a Kyoto Trip, it was perfect :)

8/10 Good

HYEOKKYU

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

kourai

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
三度目の利用です。 便利な立地に親切なオーナーさんのおかげで快適に過ごせました。 お値段なりの設備ですが、きれいに清掃されていて不快な感じは一切なかったです。 また機会があればお願いしたいです。
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dasun

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

IZUMI

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
安い為、ホテルみたいなサービスはありません。部屋にトイレやお風呂はついていない為共同が嫌な方はおすすめしないです。ただ、費用を抑えたい方などにはもってこいです。アットホームな感じでした。
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

yoko

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

MIYUKI

Disliked: Cleanliness
微妙な外の音が気になりました。
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023