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Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

3.0 star property
Aparthotel within easy reach of Nijō Castle

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Superior Family Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace
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Deluxe Family Suite | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace
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In the heart of Kyoto, Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto offers a tranquil retreat with a library and laundry facilities. Enjoy in-room WiFi, bike rentals for exploring Kawaramachi Street, express check-in and out for convenience, luggage storage to free up your time. With coffee/tea in the lobby and concierge services at your fingertips plus smoke-free premises to keep you safe; guests rave about the first-rate property condition.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Refrigerator
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • 11 smoke-free apartments
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Library
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bike hire

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Kitchen
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Washer/dryer

Room options

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Superior Family Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Family Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Futon

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Deluxe Family Suite | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Family Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Family Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Family Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Standard Family Room | Private kitchen | Full-sized fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle

Standard Family Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Single Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Economy Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Economy Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
43-1 Higashimachi (Ichijodori), Kyoto, Kyoto, 602-8346

What's nearby

  • Kinkaku-ji Temple - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Nijō Castle - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Shijo Street - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Nishiki Market - 6 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 58 min drive
  • Kobe (UKB) - 93 min drive
  • Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.) - 100 min drive
  • Kitano-Hakubaicho Station - 10 min walk
  • Tojiin Station - 18 min walk
  • Ryoanji Station - 21 min walk
  • Emmachi Station - 20 min walk
  • Nishioji Oike Station - 28 min walk
  • Imadegawa Station - 28 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪すき家 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪誠養軒 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪とようけ茶屋 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪castella do paulo - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪中村軒北野茶店 - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

At Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Kinkaku-ji Temple and Nijō Castle. Apartments feature bonuses such as kitchens and washers/dryers, along with balconies and flat-screen TVs. Fellow travellers love the overall property condition.

Languages

Chinese (Cantonese), Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese

At a glance

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Property size

    • 11 apartments
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (6 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
PETS

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Off-site parking within 656 ft (JPY 880 per day)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Off-site parking within 656 ft (JPY 880 per day)

Family friendly

  • Children stay for free (see details)

Kitchen

  • Fridge (full size)
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Cleaning supplies

Dining

  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Bedrooms

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Extra-futon mattress (surcharge)

Bathrooms

  • Separate bath and shower
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Slippers

Living spaces

  • Library

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry detergent

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Lever door handles
  • No lifts
  • Soundproofing
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff
  • Local maps
  • Window screens
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Luggage storage
  • Blackout curtains
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Location highlights

  • In the shopping district
  • In the historical district

Things to do

  • Bike hire on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 11 rooms
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2018

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 200-10,000 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.

Optional extras

  • Futon beds are available for JPY 1000 per day

Children & extra beds

  • Cots/infant beds are available for JPY 1000.0 per day

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs JPY 880 per day (656 ft away)

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

Also known as

Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto Apartment
Ben's Guesthouse Apartment
Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto Kyoto
Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto Aparthotel
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Frequently asked questions

Does Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

Does Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto have a kitchen or kitchenette?

Yes, there is a kitchen, which also includes cookware, a fridge and a microwave.

Does Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, each apartment features a balcony.

What's the area around Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto like?

Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto is a short 10-minute walk from Kitano-Hakubaicho Station and 5 minutes' walk from Kitano Tenmangū.

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Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Location
Spacious room
Washing machine
Food
Apparel
Apartment
Supermarkets
Family friendly
Elevator

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

The room is very clean, and the bed is comfortable, plus the kitchen and wash machine within the room. Very satisfied with the stay here.
Qiong, 6-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very nice accomodation even for a family of 4 persons! Also close to many important sites of Kyoto!
Luca, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The beds are very comfortable, the kitchen all equiped and the washer machine and the dryer méthode with the shower fan was perfect. Very nice place.
Rodrigo, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Communication was great for check in. We checked in after 6pm when they are no longer staffed and they left a note for us taped on the wall with our name and instructions all in great English. The place was very clean and as advertised.
Rorey, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The place was super clean, the instructions were really detailed and I got a lot of recommendations from them. Felt super safe to walk at night
Marisol, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Clean and good!
Hsien-en, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very good hotel and the staff are very professional and polite.
Kaiyuan, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location, doesn’t get too busy, only a 5 minute walk to the bus, nice and subtle with a spacious room for a reasonable price.
Kailoh, 4-night trip

8/10 Good

Nice place. Very quiet. Lacking of kitchen tools to cook. No toaster. Bed comfortable. A lot of restaurants around. There's even a map of surrounding restaurant at the entrance. Was a bit disappointed to pay prior our check in to leave our luggages since everywhere we stayed in Japan offered the service for free. Somehow, a very nice place
Patrick, 4-night trip

6/10 Okay

The property is clean and nice however we had to carry our bags up two floors as there's no elevator and the beds were hard. It was a super nice change of pace however from hotels and the proprietor was kind.
loving, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Really enjoyed our stay at Bens guest house, we have a great lasting impression of our visit because of this.
HAN TIAN, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

This was a great stay for me and my family! Walkable distance to

10/10 Excellent

Great chill place in Kyoto out of city to get away from the hustle & bustle
Benjamin, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

I like it good for family vacation
Ryan, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great place

Great location with bus and train to major hot spots around the city close by. Place was clean and well thought out. I’d happily stay again! Recommend.
Barry, 11-night trip

10/10 Excellent

This space was perfect for our stay accommodated multiple people and needs and was incredibly clean. Very cute. Id recommend this stay
julie, 9-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great area. Has bicycles for rent to explore around town. Definitely recommend.
jimmy, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Amazing Experience!
Gavin, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Spacious apartment, worked great for our family of 4, Ben is awesome
Matthew, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We loved our stay at Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto while visiting my son who is studying abroad at Doshisha University for the year. The check-in and check-out process was communicated very clearly, the room was very clean and had everything we needed for our stay, the beds and linens were very comfortable, and the area of the city was very quiet. We would stay there again for sure if we ever visit Kyoto again.
Kristi, 7-night trip

8/10 Good

Great accommodation, helpful check in staff has comfortable beds.Lots of space in room with washing machine, stove , drying room etc.No elevator which makes getting to room difficult with large suitcases or if you have disability.
Ronny, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Our stay here was terrific. Ben has information posted of local places to try in the area. The bus is a bit of a walk daily but it is doable. The area itself is quiet and a fantastic area to be to meet locals. Check in was easy and Ben laid out all the expectations up front which we appreciated. We would definitely stay here again.
Natassia, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

I wish the TV is a bit bigger and there is at least one English speaking channel. Best value in Kyoto. Thank you for your hospitality!
Joseph, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great place
Joaquin, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

I liked how clean and spacious everything was . I also enjoyed the cute decorations . And I was very happy to receive help when ordering a taxi . I hope to one day come again!
Bianca, 1-night trip