Title: Higurashi-Sou Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=21623770&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Higurashi-Sou Travelers can dive into Kyoto's rich heritage at nearby Nijō Castle and vibrant Kawaramachi Street before returning to a peaceful garden retreat ## Photo gallery for Higurashi-Sou ![Traditional Twin Room | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi - Higurashi-Sou (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21630000/21623800/21623770/a305039f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2F Premium Twin Room, Non Smoking (Restrooms are only on the 1st floor) | View from room - Higurashi-Sou (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21630000/21623800/21623770/9d1379f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Higurashi-Sou (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21630000/21623800/21623770/0f7d43e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi - Higurashi-Sou (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21630000/21623800/21623770/33c341e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2F Premium Twin Room, Non Smoking (Restrooms are only on the 1st floor) | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi - Higurashi-Sou (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21630000/21623800/21623770/f33b05e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Higurashi-Sou guesthouse sits in central Kyoto offering a calm atmosphere away from the city's bustle. Guests can borrow bicycles at no cost to visit historical sites and shopping districts, then relax in the garden or on the quiet terrace after a day of exploration. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning £68 additional charges may apply 7 Feb - 8 Feb ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 15 - Jan 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=21623770&PinnedHotelID=21623770&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=21623770&PinnedHotelID=21623770&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 16 - Jan 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-17&selected=21623770&PinnedHotelID=21623770&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-17&selected=21623770&PinnedHotelID=21623770&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=21623770&PinnedHotelID=21623770&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=21623770&PinnedHotelID=21623770&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=21623770&PinnedHotelID=21623770&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=21623770&PinnedHotelID=21623770&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 3+ beds 1 bed Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### View all photos for 2F Premium Twin Room, Non Smoking (Restrooms are only on the 1st floor) ![Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21630000/21623800/21623770/33c341e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 2F Premium Twin Room, Non Smoking (Restrooms are only on the 1st floor) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Fan Blackout curtains Eco-friendly toiletries Hairdryer 2 bathrooms Eco-friendly cleaning supplies - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Futons ### View all photos for 2F Western-Style Triple room, Non Smoking (Restrooms are only on the 1st floor) ![2F Western-Style Triple room, Non Smoking (Restrooms are only on the 1st floor) | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21630000/21623800/21623770/395e2a29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 2F Western-Style Triple room, Non Smoking (Restrooms are only on the 1st floor) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Fan Blackout curtains Eco-friendly toiletries Hairdryer 2 bathrooms Eco-friendly cleaning supplies - Sleeps 3 - 3 Single Beds ### View all photos for Traditional Twin Room ![Traditional Twin Room | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21630000/21623800/21623770/32ab050d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Traditional Twin Room 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Fan Blackout curtains Eco-friendly toiletries Hairdryer 2 bathrooms Eco-friendly cleaning supplies - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Futons ### View all photos for Traditional Single Room ![Traditional Single Room | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21630000/21623800/21623770/92f34a2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Traditional Single Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Fan Blackout curtains Eco-friendly toiletries Hairdryer 2 bathrooms Eco-friendly cleaning supplies - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Futon ### View all photos for 2F Comfort Single Room, Non smoking (Restrooms are only on the 1st floor) ![2F Comfort Single Room, Non smoking (Restrooms are only on the 1st floor) | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21630000/21623800/21623770/fa87bce0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 2F Comfort Single Room, Non smoking (Restrooms are only on the 1st floor) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Fan Blackout curtains Eco-friendly toiletries Hairdryer 2 bathrooms Eco-friendly cleaning supplies - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKyoto-Hotels-Higurashi-Sou.h21623770.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKyoto-Hotels-Higurashi-Sou.h21623770.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Central Kyoto, a neighbourhood in Kyoto, Higurashi-Sou is near a metro station. Nishiki Market and Nijō Castle are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and Lake Biwa. Kyoto Gyoen National Garden and Funaoka Thermal Bath are also worth visiting. [Visit our Kyoto travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto.dx6131486) [View more Guest houses in Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Guest-Houses.d6131486-aaGuestHouses.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%7C35.01715%2C135.74728&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=d3MFqWM5pPu2tG6TunbHgRVG5_8=) 1211 Shuzei-cho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 602-8155 ### What's nearby - Nijō Castle \- 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Sanjo Street \- 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Kyoto Imperial Palace \- 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Shijo Street \- 19 min walk \- 1.1 miles - Kawaramachi Street \- 7 min drive \- 1.6 miles ### Getting around - Nijo Station - 12 min walk - Nijojo-mae Station - 12 min walk - Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 56 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪モスバーガー - ‬6 min walk - ‪めん馬鹿一代 - ‬1 min walk - ‪Snn - ‬4 min walk - ‪CoCo壱番屋 堀川丸太町店 - ‬8 min walk - ‪curry & bar 240 - ‬7 min walk ## About this property ### Higurashi-Sou Guest house near Nijō Castle Higurashi-Sou provides amenities, such as a terrace and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this guest house include: - Free bike hire, a water dispenser and luggage storage Room features All guest rooms at Higurashi-Sou have comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Heating and fans - LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products - 2 bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and baths or showers - Electrical adapters/chargers and desks ## Similar properties ![Annex Japanese-style room / Garden view | Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27030000/27026200/27026117/21004449.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel Shimogyo Ward - Breakfast included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Laundry room 10 Exceptional 22 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=27026117&PinnedHotelID=27026117&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17320000/17314000/17313922/3d092c67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rak Kiyomizu Gion - 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available ### Things to do - Free bicycle rentals ### Conveniences - Guidebooks - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator - Water dispenser ### Guest services - No housekeeping service ### Outdoors - Garden - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance ### More - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Communal living room - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Genkan (entryway) - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Water dispenser usage encouraged ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - 2 shared bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Restaurant dining guides ### More - Air conditioning - Bulk dispensers for toiletries - Cleaning products are eco-friendly - Desk - Eco-friendly toiletries - Electrical adapters - Fan - Heating - LED lighting ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation 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 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 18 are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100-10,000 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 have included 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 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 and cash This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property Japanese futons are provided based on the number of adults in the reservation. 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 This property does not have any lifts Children 18 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 Higurashi-Sou Guesthouse Kyoto Higurashi-Sou Guesthouse Higurashi-Sou Kyoto Higurashi-Sou Kyoto Higurashi-Sou Guesthouse Higurashi-Sou Guesthouse Kyoto ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Higurashi-Sou pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Higurashi-Sou? ### How much is parking at Higurashi-Sou? ### What time is check-in at Higurashi-Sou? ### What time is check-out at Higurashi-Sou? ### Where is Higurashi-Sou located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Higurashi-Sou Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional 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) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 8.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 24 8 - Good 10 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aisling 10 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful guest house, beautiful room with a garden view. Really clean and quiet ##### Aisling Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### santiago 19 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I really liked, you felt like home, and it’s so quite, you feel like a local, I wanna come back again ##### santiago Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edward 26 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Wonderful place to stay Really lovely place to stay, house itself is very nice and very comfortable and cozy! Host is very welcoming and speaks very good English (in case that's a concern). ##### Edward Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael 25 Oct 2023 Liked: Amenities Great service, bike availability and near major stations, stores ##### Michael Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 4 Feb 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Charming little building with a cute little garden! Thr staff were very kind and warm as well. The futon was very fluffy and a pleasure to sleep in and the staff put in a yutampo inside to warm it up which was nice. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### MAKI 30 Nov 2025 清潔で京都の雰囲気もあり、オーナーさんもとても親切でした。 ##### MAKI Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Simone 25 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Ho trovato il ryokan Higurashi-Sou veramente bellissimo. Per me e il mio compagno è stato davvero rilassante poter riposare nella camera di questo alloggio. Inoltre il servizio gratuito di Sento pubblico e la possibilità di utilizzare l'area cucina sono stati davvero indispensabili. Abbiamo apprezzato tanto la cura nei dettagli per far sentire gli ospiti accolti nel miglior modo possibile. Grazie! Speriamo di tornare presto a Kyoto e alloggiare di nuovo qui. ##### Simone Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Miyako 2 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 京都の町家の良さをそのまま活かした素敵なお宿でした。お風呂は銭湯券が配られ久しぶりに銭湯に入ってきました。水回りは共通でしたがいずれも快適に改装されていてました。 ##### Miyako Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Christian 2 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Schöne Unterkunft im traditionellen Stil und in guter und vor allem ruhiger Lage. Lediglich das Haus ist ziemlich hellhörig, so dass man auf die Rücksicht der anderen Gäste angewiesen ist. Alles in allem eine gute Erfahrung. ##### Christian Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shosaku 25 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities コストパフォーマンスが最高でした。 ##### Shosaku Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Sawako 21 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities 京都の古民家ステイを楽しめる。朝ごはんは手作りで美味しくリーズナブル。手縫いの再利用ハンドタオルや足拭きマットなど、環境配慮にも熱心。駅やバス停からは近く無いが、無料のレンタル自転車が嬉しい。 ##### Sawako Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexandre 3 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Personnel très accueillant. Très propre. Si je devais revenir sur Kyoto, je reviendrai ici ##### Alexandre ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 7 Jan 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 素敵な町屋のお宿です。お布団に湯たんぽを入れてくれていてほっこりしました！石油ストーブや火鉢など、どこか懐かしい感じも。エントランスはもちろん、共有部や部屋ごとに消毒液なども完備されていてしっかりと対策もされていました！ ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### みきちゃん, 神奈川 23 Nov 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 日本の情緒を感じられるお宿としては、最高でした。外人さんが喜ばれること間違いなしです。 ##### みきちゃん Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 31 Dec 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very friendly people. Such a treat to stay in this lovely older style house. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 17 Mar 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service 初めての古民家。 ルールを覚えた、次回は準備して来ます。 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 12 Mar 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities 小物品擺設 櫃台人員親切 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 22 Feb 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities 大小空間都要為旅客設計感應式暖爐 在天冷的冬天 特別溫暖 尤其洗澡更衣區的暖爐 烘的被子都暖暖的 餐飲小空間也很棒 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### ko, korea 11 Jun 2018 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities #### 조용하고 조금 불편한 게스트하우스 분위기나 인테리어 등 여러가지면은 좋았다. 조용하고 차분히 쉴 수있다 가는 곳. 하지만 위치가 너무 별로 ...니조성이 가깝지만 니조역에서는 많이 먼 느낌 택시를 타기에도 걷기에도 애매했다. 그리고 체크인을 하고 저녁을 먹으러 나갔는데 근처 식당들이 너무 빨리 문을 닫고 너무 깜깜해서 당황했다. 나는 큰 방을 예약해서 2층으로 안내를 받았는데 2층 올라가는 계단이 무슨 사다리급으로 경사가 심하다. 그래서 화장실을 1층 공용으로 써야하는데 왔다갔다 하는것이 부담스러울 정도였다. 수건한장도 추가금액이 있고 (이건 추가금을 내고 쓰면 될듯) 완벽하게 세안제가 세팅이 되어있는 것은 아니니 본인이 챙겨가야 할 듯 싶다. 사실 이불 요 같은 경우도 커버를 직접 본인이 세팅해야하는데 먼지가 너무 많아서 우리가족 모두가 먼지때문에 힘들어했다. ㅜ 창문을 열어놔서 환기를 좀 시키려고했더니 모기들과 앞집? 애기들이 밤새 울어서 잠을 설쳤다. 게스트 하우스의 분위기나 프라이버시는 괜찮았지만 위치, 2층방 계단(너무 무서움), 청결도, 소음문제는 불편하다...너무 솔직한 평인가? ##### ko Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 7 May 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Otroligt pittoreskt men relativt sparsmakat. Vackert och centralt. ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### ka chun, hk 4 Apr 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Very nice staff Staff is very helpful and friendly. thanks so much. ##### ka chun Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 20 Mar 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 일본의 평범한 가정집을 느끼고 싶다면 아주 잘 정비된 료칸은 아니지만 조용한 주거지역의 일본의 평범한 가정집이라는 점에서 더 편안하게 묵을 수 있었습니다. 오래된 소품과 곳곳에 있는 세심한 배려도 돋보였습니다. 공용화장실 및 세면시설이 다소 불편할 수도 있지만 불쾌할 만큼은 아니었습니다. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chunyen 7 Mar 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 體驗古早日式房屋的好去處 不知是鄰近房客習慣問題還是隔音太差，若睡眠品質容易不好的人需要多考慮(包括其他類似的日式傳統住宅)。周遭雖然沒有著名美食，但有在地人常光臨的小店，附近馬路與公園還會有居民在散步活動等，相當庶民的體驗。日式住宅雖然較冷亦又容易傳導噪音，但店家提供數台暖爐以及相當溫暖的公共空間，溫度不會是大問題。旅遊的話可以以旅館為中心安排順/逆時針方向前往各大景點，五分鐘腳程就有公車站牌，除了本身就對公車不友善的伏見稻荷以外去哪裡都很方便。 ##### Chunyen Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 17 Feb 2018 Liked: Property conditions & facilities Disliked: Room comfort #### 古民家 外出中に布団を敷いてもらいましたが、湯たんぽが入っていて感動しました。 心も身体も温かく気持ちよく眠れました。 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### MOMOKO 28 Oct 2025 ##### MOMOKO Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-HOTEL-THE-CELESTINE-KYOTO-GION.h17857390.Hotel-Information) > > [Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Tokyu-Stay-Kyoto-Ryougaemachi-Dori-Sanjo-Karasuma.h18573474.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Place Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-Kyoto.h74059283.Hotel-Information) > > [JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Via-Inn-Kyoto-Station-Hachijoguchi.h33382855.Hotel-Information) > > [THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-THE-GATE-HOTEL-KYOTO-TAKASEGAWA-By-HULIC.h46993133.Hotel-Information) > > [Hearton Hotel Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Hearton-Hotel-Kyoto.h1452244.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Miyako Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-The-Westin-Miyako-Kyoto.h878301.Hotel-Information) > > [TUNE STAY Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-TUNE-STAY-Kyoto-Hostel.h39861619.Hotel-Information) > > [Good Nature Hotel Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Good-Nature-Hotel-Kyoto.h37234951.Hotel-Information) > > [The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-The-Royal-Park-Hotel-Iconic-Kyoto.h67663093.Hotel-Information) > > [Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-NOHGA-HOTEL-KIYOMIZU-KYOTO.h69673755.Hotel-Information) > > [The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-The-Hotel-Seiryu-Kyoto-Kiyomizu.h44931128.Hotel-Information) > > [Noku Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Noku-Kyoto.h12714915.Hotel-Information) > > [RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-RIHGA-Royal-Hotel-Kyoto.h178521.Hotel-Information) > > [Cross Hotel Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-CROSS-HOTEL-KYOTO.h27026975.Hotel-Information) > > [Kyoto Granbell Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Kyoto-Granbell-Hotel.h18414583.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Emion Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-Emion-Kyoto.h45911447.Hotel-Information) > > [Nazuna Kyoto Gosho](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Nazuna-Kyoto-Gosho.h27637350.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Okura Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Kyoto-Hotel-Okura.h6621.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-Resol-Kyoto-Kawaramachi-Sanjo.h21926337.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Granvia Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-Granvia-Kyoto.h444770.Hotel-Information) > > [Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Onyado-Nono-Kyotonanajyo-Natural-Hot-Springs.h44762017.Hotel-Information) > > [Ace Hotel Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Ace-Hotel-Kyoto.h45895767.Hotel-Information) > > [Kyo-machiya Stay WAKA Fushimiinari-tei](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Kyo-Machiya-Stay-WAKA-Fushimiinari-Tei.h12622986.Hotel-Information) > > [NISHIYAMA RYOKAN - 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