Title: Sumihotaru Oboro Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Sumihotaru Oboro Holiday home with kitchenette, near Nijō Castle ## Photo gallery for Sumihotaru Oboro ![Private Vacation Home | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished - Sumihotaru Oboro (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37210000/37209500/37209492/74dfa912.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Private Vacation Home | In-room dining - Sumihotaru Oboro (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37210000/37209500/37209492/9f3dfc34.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private Vacation Home | Courtyard view - Sumihotaru Oboro (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37210000/37209500/37209492/5a8f1334.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property entrance - Sumihotaru Oboro (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37210000/37209500/37209492/64ceb376.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private Vacation Home | In-room dining - Sumihotaru Oboro (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37210000/37209500/37209492/300ff364.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Close to Kyoto Tower, Sumihotaru Oboro provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5947 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Sumihotaru Oboro Holiday home with kitchenette, near Nijō Castle Laundry facilities, express check-out and a garden are available at this holiday home. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include multilingual staff assistance. The holiday home boasts a deep soaking tub and offers free WiFi and a kitchenette. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a washer/dryer and a dining area, and other amenities include a fridge and a flat-screen TV. Guest accommodation at this holiday home offers washers/dryers and a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Kitchenettes offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead. Bathrooms are also outfitted with slippers, bidets and toilets with an electronic bidet. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available ### Family friendly - Children stay free (see details) ### Kitchenette - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Freezer - Hob - Microwave - Refrigerator - Rice cooker - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Deep soaking bathtub or rainfall showerhead - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fusuma (room partition) - Separate dining area - Tatami (woven mat) flooring ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry detergent - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Climate control - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Free bottled water - Iron/ironing board - Luggage storage - Multilingual staff - Safe ### Location highlights - Near a train station ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - No plastic coffee stirrers - No plastic drinking straws - No plastic soft drink bottles - Recycling - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Private Vacation Home | 2 bedrooms, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21110000/21106200/21106131/ed81ecba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kakuchi Asagian Shimogyo Ward - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-31&endDate=2026-01-01&selected=21106131&PinnedHotelID=21106131&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Umenoki-an | Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17170000/17165500/17165475/6c4be1d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Umenokian Higashiyama Ward - 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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 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, debit cards and cash On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property 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 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 ## About the area ![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%7C34.99396%2C135.74725&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=57FtBwwhEFC3E4vWzVdIdxQgrZQ=) 176-1 Urakata, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8822 #### What's nearby - Umekoji Park \- 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Kyoto Aquarium \- 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Kyoto Railway Museum \- 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Kawaramachi Street \- 4 min drive \- 1.2 miles - Kyoto Tower \- 4 min drive \- 1.4 miles #### Getting around - Tanbaguchi Station - 7 min walk - Shijo-omiya Station - 15 min walk - Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 54 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪京料理 たん熊北店 - ‬10 min walk - ‪ラーメン横綱 五条店 - ‬5 min walk - ‪がんこ 西本願寺別邸 - ‬8 min walk - ‪ゾウコーヒー - ‬6 min walk - ‪Restraunt & Bar kazahana(風花) - ‬8 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sumihotaru Oboro pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Sumihotaru Oboro? ### What time is check-in at Sumihotaru Oboro? ### What time is check-out at Sumihotaru Oboro? ### Where is Sumihotaru Oboro located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Sumihotaru Oboro Reviews ## Reviews ### Excellent 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) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Amenities ### 9.2 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 8 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication #### Lovely machiya with modern amenities We had a comfortable stay. The location was in a quite neighborhood not far from bus transportation. We asked for a few minor adjustments and they were taken cared of immediately. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zachary 21 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Great place to stay. For 4 adults it was perfect easy accessible to transport Loved the interior and design of the house. Definitely will be back Thank you 😊 ##### Zachary Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Jon 6 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Loved the atmosphere of this house. Traveling with an older relative we struggled a bit getting to the local transit stations and were far from many of the main attractions. Low doorways were a challenge for me (a few lumps on the head), but overall really enjoyed our stay. Even found a couple really nice hidden gem restaurants nearby. Luggage service to our room was also very helpful. ##### Jon Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### YING 30 Jun 2024 For each cleaning, at least trash should be taken out. There are mosquitoes gathering at the entrance, which need to be dealt with. ##### YING Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wa 21 Dec 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication 期待通りのお部屋でした。 日本人はやっぱり和じゃなきゃダメですね。 ##### Wa Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hermann 31 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication ##### Hermann Stayed 8 nights in May 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Tokyu-Stay-Kyoto-Ryougaemachi-Dori-Sanjo-Karasuma.h18573474.Hotel-Information) > > [NISHIYAMA RYOKAN - Established in 1953](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-NISHIYAMA-RYOKAN.h3886831.Hotel-Information) > > [Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shinmachi Bettei](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Mitsui-Garden-Hotel-Kyoto-Shinmachi-Bettei.h7063739.Hotel-Information) > > [The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-The-Hotel-Seiryu-Kyoto-Kiyomizu.h44931128.Hotel-Information) > > [SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-SOLARIA-Nishitetsu-Hotel-Kyoto-Premier.h17040479.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Gion Misen](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-Ethnography-Gion-Shinmonzen.h19071897.Hotel-Information) > > [Cross Hotel Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-CROSS-HOTEL-KYOTO.h27026975.Hotel-Information) > > [Ace Hotel Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Ace-Hotel-Kyoto.h45895767.Hotel-Information) > > [The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-The-Royal-Park-Hotel-Iconic-Kyoto.h67663093.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Place Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-Kyoto.h74059283.Hotel-Information) > > [The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-The-Royal-Park-Hotel-Kyoto-Sanjo.h4538458.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-Resol-Kyoto-Kawaramachi-Sanjo.h21926337.Hotel-Information) > > [Noku Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Noku-Kyoto.h12714915.Hotel-Information) > > [Rihga Gran Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-RIHGA-GRAN-KYOTO.h38953457.Hotel-Information) > > [Piece Hostel Sanjo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Piece-Hostel-Sanjo.h10435680.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-HOTEL-THE-CELESTINE-KYOTO-GION.h17857390.Hotel-Information) > > [Nazuna Kyoto Gosho](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Nazuna-Kyoto-Gosho.h27637350.Hotel-Information) > > [Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-NOHGA-HOTEL-KIYOMIZU-KYOTO.h69673755.Hotel-Information) > > [Shizutetsu Hotel Prezio Kyoto-Shijo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Shizutetsu-Hotel-Prezio-Kyoto-Shijo.h36488271.Hotel-Information) > > [Kadensho, Arashiyama Onsen, Kyoto - Kyoritsu Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Kadensho.h34491269.Hotel-Information) > > [Sanco Inn Kyoto Hachijoguchi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Sanco-Inn-Kyoto-Hachijoguchi.h37752048.Hotel-Information) > > [Rinn Gion Kenninji](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Rinn-Gion-Kenninji.h27748251.Hotel-Information) > > [Kyo-machiya Stay WAKA Fushimiinari-tei](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Kyo-Machiya-Stay-WAKA-Fushimiinari-Tei.h12622986.Hotel-Information) > > [ANA Crowne Plaza Kyoto by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-ANA-Crowne-Plaza-Kyoto.h16384.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Okura Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Kyoto-Hotel-Okura.h6621.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)