Ideally located just a 10-minute walk from the iconic Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Guesthouse Soi offers various rooms including private Japanese-style rooms and dormitory rooms. Both Kiyomizu Gojo and Shichijo stations for the Keihan Main Line are situated within a 10-minute walk. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. All rooms at Guesthouse Soi are air-conditioned, and come with free toiletries and towels. Some rooms feature a private bathroom. While staying at the hostel, guests can rent a bicycle to explore the city or use the coin launderette on site. A shared kitchen is also provided for guests’ convenience. Guesthouse Soi is a 3-minute walk from Umamachi Bus Stop, which is a 13-minute bus ride from JR Kyoto Station. Keihan Fushimi Inari Station is a 6-minute train ride away from Kiyomizu Gojo Station.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Kyoto, this property has an excellent location score of 9.2


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
1 sofa bed
and
1 futon bed
1 single bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
9.7
High score for Kyoto
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  • Dor
    Australia Australia
    Great staff, comfortable place, price is kinda fine.
  • Anna
    Czech Republic Czech Republic
    The accommodation is lovely. Upon entry you get to a shared area when you can chat with the owners, other guests, or other friendly staff. There's tea, coffee, some snacks, and a shared kitchen as well as some seats. Everything is very cozy. The...
  • Dorin
    Romania Romania
    Owner and staff super nice and polite. The rooms were super.

Managed by Maki Ueta

Company review score: 9.9Based on 622 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Guesthouse Soi is a family running guesthouse by a Singapore-Japanese couple, avid travelers who’s everyday lives are deeply involved with the guests.

Property information

Our guest say they have a feeling of home. If you are curious to see local people’s house, and you need a tidy and comfortable rooms, our place will be your best choice! We have many types of rooms according to each traveler’s different needs. Most of our rooms are traditional Japanese Tatami (woven-straw) floor rooms, and they are for you to try special local experience. Our rooms are suitable especially for families and groups. Reasonable dorm beds are also available for individual backpackers.

Neighbourhood information

We are located in Higashiyama, one of the best preserved historic districts in the city. Easy access from/to Kyoto station and city center (bus all day), and some of the main scenic areas in walking distance. Our guesthouse is in a quiet area along the lower slope to the eastern mountains, good environment with university, museums and luxus hotels nearby.

Languages spoken

English,Japanese,Chinese

Property surroundings

Facilities of Guesthouse Soi
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Garden
  • Heating
  • Terrace
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Badminton equipment
  • Children's playground
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Transport
  • Public transport tickets
    Additional charge
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Tour desk
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Japanese
  • Chinese

House rules

Guesthouse Soi takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 21:00

Check-out

From 07:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 3 years are welcome.

Children 10 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Discover JCB Diners Club American Express Cash Guesthouse Soi accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Group policies may be applied and a deposit may be charged under the following circumstances:

- 1 room is booked for over 5 nights

- 2 rooms are booked for over 3 nights

- 3 or more rooms are booked

- Please contact the property directly for more details regarding group policies.

- Late check-ins after 22:00 must be confirmed by the hotel in advance.

Please inform Guesthouse Soi in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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

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

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

License number: 京都市指令保保医第601号

FAQs about Guesthouse Soi

  • The prices at Guesthouse Soi may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at Guesthouse Soi include:

    • Quadruple
    • Triple
    • Twin
    • Bed in Dormitory

  • Guesthouse Soi offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Children's playground
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Badminton equipment
    • Bicycle rental

  • Guesthouse Soi is 1.7 miles from the centre of Kyoto. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Guesthouse Soi is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.