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Guesthouse Soi

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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509-2 Shimoma-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0873
  • Sanjusangen-do Temple
    10 min walk
  • 市川屋珈琲
    5 min walk
  • Kiyomizu-gojo Station
    13 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    53 min drive

Room options

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Traditional Twin with Shared Bath

Traditional Twin with Shared Bath

  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Futon and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Loft Single with Bath

Loft Single with Bath

  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Quadruple Bunk Bed with Shared Bath

Quadruple Bunk Bed with Shared Bath

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Traditional Twin with Bath

Traditional Twin with Bath

  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Futon and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Quadruple Bunk Bed with Bath

Quadruple Bunk Bed with Bath

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Japanese Homey with Bath

Japanese Homey with Bath

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Traditional Triple with Shared Bath

Traditional Triple with Shared Bath

  • 15.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Futons and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Loft Triple with Bath

Loft Triple with Bath

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Kyoto

With a stay at Guesthouse Soi in Kyoto (Higashiyama Ward), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Kiyomizu Temple and Yasaka Shrine. .This guesthouse is 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Lake Biwa and 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Kawaramachi Street.
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What's nearby

  • Kiyomizu Temple - 13 min walk
  • Kawaramachi Street - 16 min walk
  • Yasaka Shrine - 17 min walk
  • Kyoto Tower - 3 min drive
  • Nishiki Market - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Tofukuji Station - 2 min drive
  • Kiyomizu-gojo Station - 13 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪十六代権太夫 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪市川屋珈琲 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Fuju Japenese Tea House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪EMBA - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪IL PAPPALARDO - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Guesthouse Soi

Guesthouse in Kyoto, near Kiyomizu Temple
Guesthouse Soi offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and ceiling fans. This Kyoto guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access.
Make yourself at home in one of the 14 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include dryers and ceiling fans, and you can also request irons/ironing boards.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this guesthouse include concierge services, a television in a common area, and a reception hall.
Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and laundry facilities.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's toys
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave

Conveniences

  • Reception hall

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have any lifts
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared fridge
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Microwave

More

  • Dryer
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 9 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Payment types

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 200-1,000 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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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

Guesthouse Soi formerly Sim's Cozy Guesthouse House Kyoto
Guesthouse Soi formerly Sim's Cozy Guesthouse House
Guesthouse Soi formerly Sim's Cozy Guesthouse Kyoto
Guesthouse Soi formerly Sim's Cozy Guesthouse
Guesthouse Soi House Kyoto
Guesthouse Soi House
Guesthouse Soi Kyoto
Soi Kyoto
Guesthouse Soi Kyoto
Guesthouse Soi Guesthouse
Guesthouse Soi Guesthouse Kyoto

Guesthouse Soi Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 193 out of 298 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 298 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 298 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 298 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 298 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet nice people
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leon

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ariane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners are the sweetest. The hostel owner would give me snacks whenever I was working the common area, called taxis for me, and even directed me to a local festival happening in the area. The staff can speak english very well, and there was also many forgeiners in the guesthouse which was very reassuring. The room was very cozy, and it was fun to stay in a traditional style japanese room. I liked the futon, but others who do not fancy firmer beds may be a little uncomfortable. Overall, an amazing value and experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts were very friendly and helpful. They helped us figure out the bus system, helped us to choose sites to visit, and they were very welcoming. The room was close to the bathrooms which were private and very clean. I like having a small western breakfast available each morning.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maribel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel run by a lovely family. Very clean and nice looking. Warm welcoming environment. Walking distance to several area attractions. I highly recommend this lodging. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Malinda

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
While it is a bit of a walk to the nearest station, there are convenient buses nearby. The guesthouse staff are incredibly friendly and helpful and the rooms and bathroom were clean. Loved it here.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hephzibah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Guesthouse Soi was adorable with really unique, artistic decor in the shared spaces. The staff was so welcoming. We stayed in a Japanese style room that had 2 futons but could accomodate a 3rd in neccesary. Our room was spacious, clean with an air conditioner that worked super well. There was a hot pot, tea cups and tea bags in our room which was a nice touch. Of all the "shared bathroom" stays we did on our trip to Japan, this one really got it right: the shared bathroom was a whole area -- kind of like an old school dorm-- but it had three fully enclosed toilet "rooms", three fully enclosed shower "rooms" (with a small dry) area where you could get dressed, and a row of sinks and mirrors. We did walk to Kiyumizudera, but for the most part, vehicular transport was needed to get to most of the sights and the station. There is a bis stop down the street!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so kind and took time to give us advice about travel tips and answer our questions. My husband also really enjoyed the traditional Japanese breakfast that was offered and was a very affordable price for the quality.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

WIlliam

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Me and a friend stayed for a night on a two day trip to Kyoto from Tokyo and the guesthouse was perfect! Easy to check in, the staff were extremely helpful giving great local recommendations and the guesthouse facilities were great and clean. Overall a great stay, thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very personable and willing to help and was very attentive. So very hospitable and I wish I could have stayed longer. Very cozy and quaint which made me feel relaxed. Spacious room was a great change from the small accommodation I had prior.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harriet

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff, Maki-san and her family, were so incredibly considerate and accommodating. I really appreciated them. We had several hiccups in our plans and they made sure we still had a clean room, gave us medicine and soup for the one of us when she got sick, and invited us to celebrate Christmas and New Year’s with them and fed us cake and traditional soba. I doubt we could’ve had better accommodations anywhere else. Even though it was a bit of a walk to get to a bus and there weren’t many restaurants open near the guesthouse, I wouldn’t change anything about our stay. I highly recommend staying at Guesthouse Soi, and I am planning to send a thank you package to Maki-san and her family to express my gratitude for their hospitality that went above and beyond what was expected.

8/10 Good

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was loverly :-)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eliot

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice Place to Stay
Soi is located close to Kiyomizu-dera and not far from anywhere in Kyoto. JIll, the host was very helpful in every aspect that we needed. The room was cozy and very "Large" in Japan's standard. The hostel is accessible by bus from Kyoto station and to all the tourist spot that you may want to go to. My wife and I stayed two nights there in February and will definitely return to stay there again in the future. Thank you Jill.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Eliot

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Budget Stay
Good location, easily accessible by public transportation. Good service by Jill.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a very good place to stay for both short and longer visits to Kyoto! It was very easy to find - the signage was very clear. The hosts were nice and helpful and could speak both English and Chinese. The location is close to the Gion district and the nearest JR station is a 25 minute walk. The one downside was the communal bathrooms. I would definitely recommend to everyone, and would choose to stay here again if I ever return to Kyoto.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, go above and beyond to help and make sure you're comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great guest house good value and nice people. The service was also very good. I had a late check in and there was no stress about that. You do have to do your breakfast dishes which must be the first time I’ve ever seen that but maybe I do not stay at hostels and guest houses much.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our time here - great balance of room types - free breakfast and most important lovely staff. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

CW, USA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a truly unique accommodation: budget dorm-room like, but we secured a "family room" all to ourselves, with own bathroom and shower. The bunk beds were fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Wonderful stay at the guesthouse with extremely friendly owners who provided us travel and shopping tips to travel in Kyoto. The guesthouse is located at a peaceful neighbourhood and yet near many places of attractions. We enjoy the daily short walk to the bus stop or main road to catch a taxi to Kyoto station. We will come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Patricia, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Kyoto guesthouse - comfy and handy to many sites!
Our stay at Guesthouse Soi was great! The staff were helpful and knowledgeable, sharing ideas on where to go and what to see within our limited time. There are some amazing sites within walking distance and handy bus service to the train station or other destinations. We would enjoy staying there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful guesthouse
Being in Kyoto for the first time and staying in this guesthouse was such a nice experience. In my opinion it was quite clean, the rooms are reasonable sized and sleeping on the floor with Japanese mattress was an amazing feeling! I was well rested :) A pity it’s a bit far away from the city centre but you can get a bus to everywhere.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

6/10 Okay

Agata, Birmingham

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Nice hotel close to few attraction's
Staff very friendly, will explain to you where to go and what to visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Giselle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay!
The staff was very friendly, the place was cool and clean. It has bikes to rent which is very useful as it's located pretty far from downtown but it's a good distance to do by bike.