A 15-minute walk from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Yasaka Shrine, Guest House Gojo offers simple and cozy Japanese-style dormitory accommodations with free Wi-fi, futon beds and shared bathrooms. It is housed in a 100-year-old traditional building. Each air-conditioned dormitory room has a tatami (woven-straw) floor and sliding paper screens. Toilets are shared, and rooms can have up to 6 guests. Towels are available at a surcharge. The hotel is 1312 feet from Keihan Kiyomizu-Gojo Train Station and a 10-minute taxi ride from JR Kyoto Train Station. Sanjusangen-do Temple is a 15-minute walk. Guests can enjoy light meals and drinks at the cafe on the ground floor. There is no curfew.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Kyoto, this property has an excellent location score of 9.2!


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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.8
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.2
Free Wifi
9.8
High score for Kyoto
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Fi
    Australia Australia
    I absolutely loved everything about my stay at Gojo Guest House. The architecture was stunning, it felt like I was in the historical period of Japan. The female dorm had tatami & were separated with a curtain, but provided enough privacy as a...
  • Lawrence
    United States of America United States of America
    Staff was great and very helpful and cool. They spoke English and was very helpful for a novice with Japanese like me. Very thankful for the location, I got to walk and figure out the area! The Cafe was great! Friendly service!
  • Dinda
    Indonesia Indonesia
    Everything just perfect ✨ I really enjoy stay here and would like to recommendation everyone who go to kyoto to stay here, especially if you want feel like in japanese house because staff here soo friendly and welcoming you 🤍

Area info

Amenities of Gojo Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Laundry
  • Heating
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Slippers
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
    Off-site
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Baggage storage
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Safe
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Japanese

House rules
Gojo Guest House takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 21:00
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 5 are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

The full amount of the reservation must be paid at check-in.

Please inform Gojo Guest House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

An accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

FAQs about Gojo Guest House

  • Gojo Guest House is 1.3 miles from the center of Kyoto. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Gojo Guest House is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The prices at Gojo Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Gojo Guest House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Walking tours