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Kyoto Shirakawa Kiraku Inn - Hostel

1.0 star property
Hostel in Kyoto, walk to Gion Corner

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Lobby
Japanese Style Room #1
Lobby
Japanese Style Room #1 | Bathroom
Property amenity
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
    LaundryLaundry
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi
  • Business services
    Business servicesBusiness services

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
251, Umemoto-cho, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0064
  • Popular LocationGion Corner8 min walk
  • Popular LocationHeian Shrine18 min walk
  • Popular LocationKiyomizu Temple3 min drive
  • AirportKobe (UKB)91 min drive

Room options

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Japanese Style Room #1

Japanese Style Room #1

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Futons

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Japanese Style Room #3

Japanese Style Room #3

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Futon

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Japanese Style Room #2

Japanese Style Room #2

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons

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Japanese Style Room #5

Japanese Style Room #5

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Futons

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Japanese Style Room #4

Japanese Style Room #4

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Futon

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Shared Dormitory, Men only

Shared Dormitory, Men only

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Western Style Room #3

Western Style Room #3

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Kyoto

At Kyoto Shirakawa Kiraku Inn - Hostel you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Gion Corner and Heian Shrine. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hostel has free WiFi in public areas and a computer station. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Gion hostel include Kiyomizu Temple and Sanjusangen-do Temple.
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What's nearby

  • Gion Corner - 8 min walk
  • Heian Shrine - 18 min walk
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 3 min drive
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 3 min drive
  • Nijō Castle - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 7 min walk
  • Gion-shijo Station - 8 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪らーめん錦 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪​Halal 焼肉祇園成田屋 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪京都瑠璃庵 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪文学スナック gion_randa 懶惰 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪祗園245 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Kyoto Shirakawa Kiraku Inn - Hostel

Hostel in Kyoto, walk to Gion Corner
Kyoto Shirakawa Kiraku Inn - Hostel offers its guests laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area, and a fridge in a common area. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

This Kyoto hostel is smoke free.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Computer for guest use
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
Kyoto Shirakawa Kiraku Inn - Hostel offers 7 accommodations. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. This Kyoto hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • No housekeeping

Business services

  • Computer station

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer on request
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8:30 AM - 11 AM) and Monday - Sunday (3 PM - 9 PM)
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 5 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 5 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed 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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International and cash.

We should mention

  • Children 5 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.

Property is also known as

Kyoto Gion KIRAKU-INN Hostel
KIRAKU-INN Hostel
Kyoto Gion KIRAKU-INN
KIRAKU-INN
Kyoto Gion KIRAKU INN Hostel
Kyoto Shirakawa KIRAKU inn
Kyoto Gion KIRAKU INN Hostel
Kyoto Shirakawa Kiraku Inn Hostel
Kyoto Shirakawa Kiraku Inn - Hostel Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Kyoto Shirakawa Kiraku Inn - Hostel?

Kyoto Shirakawa Kiraku Inn - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kyoto Shirakawa Kiraku Inn - Hostel?

No, Kyoto Shirakawa Kiraku Inn - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kyoto Shirakawa Kiraku Inn - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Kyoto Shirakawa Kiraku Inn - Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Kyoto Shirakawa Kiraku Inn - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 53 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Host was very nice and accomodating. Let us borrow umbrellas when it rained, we were able to check in early after arriving in Kyoto early.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Billy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice and cozy, great host!

10/10 Excellent

stan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had the bottom floor japanese room with a little garden and it was a pleasure to sleep in
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Kiraku Inn was a wonderful place to reside at for 3 nights in Kyoto. It was easy to get to from Kyoto Station with the bus 206 from the terminal right outside the station (alight after seeing Yasaka Shrine). Mr Kazo is a cat lover and a black and white senior cat is a resident at the inn. What's more is that the interior is decorated with cat images and figurines, even the signs that tell you to turn off the lights have cats doodled on them which puts a smile on your face. There is a mix of normal bed and traditional futon beds to choose from (we stayed in a 2 futon bed room), which is equipped with the necessities like charging ports and a tv we didnt need to use. Towels and pyjamas are provided with a small fee, which is used to supplement the cat's food. Washing machine and dryer is also located conveniently outside the bathroom (200 yen for washing 300 yen for dryer). It is a short walk (10-15min) to Gion where more food and night life is available. Highly recommended for animal lovers, simple living, and a peaceful stay. Thank you Mr Kazo and Tama the cat!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful 3 days at Shirakawa Kiraku Inn. The man who runs it is very helpful and has a very chill cat named Tama. He sent our bags to our next hotel and helped us find a pharmacy. It’s located in a historic district with beautiful streets, and in walking distance to shrines, temples, the best shopping and dining. Also we stayed at a very expensive Ryokan the following week and the futons were not as comfortable as here :))
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Enya

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
到着時にお茶のサービスをしてくださったり、部屋をアップグレードしてくださったり、チェックアウト後も荷物を置かせてくださりと、とても快適な滞在を過ごすことができました。立地も最高で、とてもおすすめです。
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The traditional Japanese Ryokan was a unique experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Angeline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Felt like home to me.
Owner is very dutiful and accommodating. Despite a bit of a language barrier he made an effort to communicate with me to help me out when I needed it, but otherwise left me alone. He also supplied recommendations on restaurants and things to visit within walking distance of the Inn in English. Few rooms so not too much bustling around of other patrons. Rooms very comfy and clean plus mine had the private veranda. There is access to a small kitchen and refrigerator but I didn't make use of it. Don't expect brand new construction. This inn is in an old building but it has been very well maintained. There is a cute aloof kitty that hangs around and bothers nobody to add to home feel of the Inn. Overall it was the best place for me to go back to after a day out and about. Felt sad to leave
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hostel in Gion
Located within the Gion district this small hostel was lovely - nice comfortable private room with nice amenities. Bathing facilities were clean. Friendly welcome and able to store luggage while exploring Kyoto one last time.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of the best place of my trip
1. Excellent location. It is located near to quite a number of attractions and downtown Kyoto. 2. Simple and clean. This place has all the basic amenities and kept in tip top condition. 3. Excellent owner. Owner is friendly and provides tips and point out locations of attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

まゆみ

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Kamel

Liked: Staff & service
- Hotel was centralled located and host was helpful. - Rooms were small. - Asking for 100 yens to have a towel is bad look.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For a Kyoto Trip, it was perfect :)

8/10 Good

HYEOKKYU

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

10/10 Excellent

kourai

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
三度目の利用です。 便利な立地に親切なオーナーさんのおかげで快適に過ごせました。 お値段なりの設備ですが、きれいに清掃されていて不快な感じは一切なかったです。 また機会があればお願いしたいです。
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dasun

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

IZUMI

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
安い為、ホテルみたいなサービスはありません。部屋にトイレやお風呂はついていない為共同が嫌な方はおすすめしないです。ただ、費用を抑えたい方などにはもってこいです。アットホームな感じでした。
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

yoko

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

MIYUKI

Disliked: Cleanliness
微妙な外の音が気になりました。
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sunny

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
고양이가 너무 귀엽고 추천해준 아침 카페가 너무 맛있고 좋은 추억이 되었습니다. 다음에 또 방문하고 싶습니다.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Seongyun

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

TOSIMITU

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
掃除が行き届いてない
全体的に掃除があまりされてなくて 不快でした。 お部屋は髪の毛落ちてたり、テーブルも埃かぶってました。　 共用スペースもあまり掃除されてなくて いくら安いとはいえ もう二度と泊まりたくないです。
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022