Title: Kimono Inn Utakata - Hostel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=17785777&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Kimono Inn Utakata - Hostel Elevate your travel experience amidst ancient castles and modern amenities. ## Photo gallery for Kimono Inn Utakata - Hostel ![Economy Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets - Kimono Inn Utakata - Hostel (Himeji)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17790000/17785800/17785777/4ba44a36.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior entrance - Kimono Inn Utakata - Hostel (Himeji)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17790000/17785800/17785777/e8ed7c01.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Basic Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets - Kimono Inn Utakata - Hostel (Himeji)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17790000/17785800/17785777/89b8053c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Kimono Inn Utakata - Hostel (Himeji)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17790000/17785800/17785777/35220691.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby lounge - Kimono Inn Utakata - Hostel (Himeji)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17790000/17785800/17785777/b813b5f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Experience the vibrant shopping district and historic charm of Himeji Castle at Kimono Inn Utakata - Hostel. Unwind on the terrace, grab a drink at the bar, or explore nearby attractions with ease using in-room WiFi and luggage storage. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Bar - Housekeeping ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=17785777&PinnedHotelID=17785777&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=17785777&PinnedHotelID=17785777&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=17785777&PinnedHotelID=17785777&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=17785777&PinnedHotelID=17785777&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=17785777&PinnedHotelID=17785777&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=17785777&PinnedHotelID=17785777&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=17785777&PinnedHotelID=17785777&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=17785777&PinnedHotelID=17785777&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Himeji travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Himeji.dx6048115) [View more Hostels in Himeji](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Himeji-Hostels.d6048115-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.83130%2C134.69394&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=dwSzzfupjhcT-KcoIIKmF6DLHi4=) Nikaimachi 19, Himeji, Hyogo, 670-0922 ### What's nearby - ![Himeji Castle is a flatland-mountain Japanese castle complex located in Himeji.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102468/7ad84c07-0878-4706-b4f7-8b7d0c2b8d24.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Himeji Castle 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Gokoku Shrine 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Arcrea Himeji Culture and Convention Center 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Himeji City Zoo 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Himeji City Museum of Art 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles ### Getting around - Himeji Station 8 min walk - Kobe (UKB) 89 min drive ### Restaurants - はまもとコーヒー 2 min walk - 姫路麺哲 2 min walk - 珈琲屋 Wacca 1 min walk - ローマピザと窯焼きイタリアン 姫路バル 2 min walk - アジアンダイニング金魚蘭 2 min walk ## About this property ### Kimono Inn Utakata - Hostel Hostel near Himeji Castle Kimono Inn Utakata - Hostel provides amenities, such as a terrace and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Luggage storage and a gift shop Room features All guest rooms at Kimono Inn Utakata - Hostel boast comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to More conveniences in all rooms include: - Bidets, free toiletries and hairdryers - Fridges, microwaves and electric kettles ## Similar properties ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100770000/100764200/100764102/ba03e878.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A house near Himeji Station Entire home for rent / Himeji Hyōgo Himeji - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Microwave - Kitchen 8.0 Very good 1 review £130 23 Feb - 24 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-23&endDate=2026-02-24&selected=100764102&PinnedHotelID=100764102&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe Japanese-Western Room, Non-Smoking, Bathtub | Desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11900000/11900000/11899923/a2b1f1b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Claire Higasa Himeji - 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A bar/lounge ### Conveniences - Gift shop/newsstand - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Terrace ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bidet - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Slippers - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Microwave - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning - Heating - Shared accommodation ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 10 AM - 11 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children 5 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 5 are welcome Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### 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 credit card, debit card or 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 Cashless transactions are available If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Children 5 years old and younger are not permitted at this property The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file ### Property is also known as Kimono-inn Utakata Hostel Himeji Kimono-inn Utakata Hostel Kimono-inn Utakata Himeji Kimono-inn Utakata Kimono inn Utakata Hostel Kimono Utakata Hostel Himeji Kimono Inn Utakata - Hostel Himeji Kimono Inn Utakata - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Kimono Inn Utakata - Hostel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Kimono Inn Utakata - Hostel? ### What time is check-in at Kimono Inn Utakata - Hostel? ### What time is check-out at Kimono Inn Utakata - Hostel? ### Where is Kimono Inn Utakata - Hostel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Kimono Inn Utakata - Hostel Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.6 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 8.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 16 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### ゆっくり出来ました ゲストハウスへの宿泊は初めてだったので、どこまで自由に使っても良いものなのかが分からなかったのですが、基本的にいろいろ持参していたので、それで間に合いました。 貸切に近いので、部屋で音楽を流して癒しの時間もとれましたし、布団もふかふかで、ゆっくり休むことが出来ました。 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 18 Dec 2018 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### 日本人にもちょっと新鮮な不思議な空間 プライベートで利用したい ゲストハウスというより個室。 隣の声はかなり聞こえてしまうのでちょっとドキドキする。 バックパッカーや友人、ファミリー向き。キッチン、レンジ、飲み物自由。 古い日本式家屋の居住まいだが、部屋にはソファーと二段ベッドがあるから、 外国人には新鮮さとある程度の快適さを味わえると思う。 暖かい季節なら、甲冑鎧も置いてある居間で情緒たっぷりなのも良いかと思う。 （冬は寒くて早く部屋にはいりたい） ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yu-Hsuan 28 Nov 2018 老闆娘很親切。位置在車站到姬路成的中間，走路兩邊都可以到，很方便。 ##### Yu-Hsuan Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 31 Jul 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Grande chambre pour moi toute seule, parce que l autre lit n'était pas pris, la gérante très gentille, un anglais correct et très bien situé. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 19 Jun 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### Tager gerne tilbage Fuldstændigt uforlignelig service. Damen der kører stedet er simpelthen så venlig, hjælpsom og opmærksom. Hostellet er udemærket med lækre både værelser og fællesareal, men man kunne overveje at medbringe egen hovedpude (den mellemfornøjede smiley under komfort er udelukkende pga. hovedpuden). Det ligger rimeligt tæt på alt i Himeji så det er også et stort plus. Endte med at booke en ekstra nat. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hoang Minh 17 Mar 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Totally recommend it!!! Very, very friendly host with a very nice Kimono-Shop downstairs. The Kimono-Inn was clean and comfortable, you always felt at home. Totally recommend it for everyone! Additionally there is a diacount on the Kimonos from the Shop, if you stay in the Inn. ##### Hoang Minh Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 6 Mar 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 最高で快適なホステル 4人1部屋の男女混合ホステルのつもりで予約しましたが、実際に行ってみたら1部屋を1人で使わせていただけました！どうやら、1つ予約が入った時点で、たとえベットが余っていても予約受付を終了してしまうようです。(つまり、1グループで1部屋を占領できます！) ですので、周りを気にせず伸び伸びと過ごすことができました。布団もホステルでは珍しくとてもふかふかで、快適でした。このホステルを見つけることができてラッキーと思いました。 また、ホストが着物屋さんをやっているようで、つくりは和風で趣があります。ホストの方も優しく親切で、おすすめの姫路ラーメンのお店を紹介してくださいました。 Wifiが少し弱かったのが残念でしたが、最高のホステルです。 ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/s1741-p1d97be20-2134-11e8-8364-4e5751ef2f19-original.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lap Wun 12 Feb 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Convenience hostel with nice owner Convenience hostel with nice owner, definitely will stay again if go to Himeji next time!! Thank you\~\~ ##### Lap Wun Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### chloé 23 Jan 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Agréable et bien situé Le logement est bien situé, proche de la gare et du château. Logement agréable et bien équipé (sanitaires modernes et propres). La gérante parle anglais, elle est très serviable et de bon conseil. ##### chloé Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### やっさん, 兵庫県 篠山市 16 Nov 2017 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities #### 商店街の中で、姫路城にも近く便利。 姫路城周辺の観光に便利な場所にあり、エコノミーでアットホームな宿。 旅慣れた外国人の長期滞在者が多いそうだ。 夜遅くまで飲みに行って宿に戻っても大丈夫な仕組みとなっている。 ##### やっさん Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017 ### 8/10 Good #### ブラン, 静岡 18 Aug 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 商店街に近く、飲食や買い物に便利 可愛いお部屋は、掃除が行き届き、快適に過ごせました。オーナー夫人が気さくな方で、おすすめのお土産や、ご飯屋さんを教えてくれて楽しい旅行になりました。 ##### ブラン Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 26 Feb 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 31 Jul 2017 Liked: Cleanliness ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017 ---