Shimogyo Ward stay.Your stay at this Shimogyo Ward hostel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Kyoto Tower and Kawaramachi Street. Nijō Castle and Nishiki Market are also within 3 miles (5 km).
There's a restaurant on site. A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel.
This Kyoto hostel is smoke free.
10 guestrooms or units
2 levels
4 buildings
Manager's reception (free)
Self-service laundry
Front desk (limited hours)
Storage area for luggage
Library
Garden
No smoking on site
Microwave in a common area
Refrigerator in a common area
Dining venue
HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel offers 10 accommodations with hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Languages
English, Japanese
Property amenities
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
No onsite parking available
Food and drink
1 restaurant
Free daily reception
Things to do
Bicycle rentals
Accessibility
This property does not have elevators
Room amenities
Bedroom
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Bed sheets
Blackout drapes/curtains
Heating (climate-controlled)
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The entrance to the property closes between 9 PM and 8:30 AM. Guests are not permitted to enter or leave the property during this time.
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Kids stay free! Children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
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 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 only accepts cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy. A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card 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 onsite parking is available. This property only accepts cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
We should mention
Children 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
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.
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.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 64 reviews" "
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 64 reviews" "
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 64 reviews" "
6 - Okay
10
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 64 reviews" "
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 64 reviews" "
2 - Terrible
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Juan Eduardo
16 Aug 2024
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
accommodation was okay but moving from one building to another get a shower and move back to your room and space is limited. There are 3 seperate buildings ieach one has different amenities
Haruya Umekoji is so charming and authentic. Less than 10 minutes walk from the Umekoji station, and right next to the aquarium. The staff was very helpful and they even have bicycles you can rent out for the day (trust me, it’s the better way to get around Kyoto).
An incredible experience. We enjoyed the traditional building, helpful stay, serene ambience very comfortable. Lunch included was delicious and also a lovely traditional experience.
2 stops from kyoto Station if you're taking bus which cost RM 8 per trip. If you choose walking then would be 15-20mins. Staffs are extremely polite and friendly (really love them so much) You need to be quiet and careful during the stays becoz of the building structure, can easily hear people next door talking or walking. With quite a strong wood smell as it's a 100 years old building. The room is clean, overall a good stay and recommended to someone who wants to experience a traditional Japanese culture stay.
This is a quaint little hotel located in a quiet neighbourhood 15 minutes away from the train station. The buildings are old but well-maintained and clean.
A typical Japanese style hotel. A good experience but shared shower. A bus stop is at front of hotel. Front desk only opens to 9pm. So check in must be before that time. Will book this hotel again if have a chance in Kyoto.
It’s great for travelers who are minimalist and enjoy efficiency but not recommend for anyone who needs extra care and more hospitality, or assistance.