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Hostel Ginkakuji

1.0 star property
Riverfront hostel within easy reach of Kawaramachi Street

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Tatami Triple Room-10㎡-shared bathroom | In-room dining
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Interior detail
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Tatami Triple Room-10㎡-shared bathroom | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Self parking
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • TV in a common area
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Separate dining area
  • Living room
  • Television
  • Garden

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Private Room - 2 Bunk beds with shared bathroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Bidet
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Tatami Family Room-15㎡-shared bathroom | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Tatami Family Room-15㎡-shared bathroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Bidet
Hair dryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Bidet
Hair dryer
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

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Tatami Triple Room-10㎡-shared bathroom | In-room dining

Tatami Triple Room-10㎡-shared bathroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Bidet
Hair dryer
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
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About the neighborhood

Map
Jodoji 58-2, Nishida-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 606-8417

What's nearby

  • Kyoto University - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Heian Shrine - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Nishiki Market - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 6 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 63 min drive
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 103 min drive
  • Mototanaka Station - 20 min walk
  • Chayama Station - 21 min walk
  • Demachiyanagi Station - 22 min walk
  • Keage Station - 28 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Drip & Drop Coffee Supply Ginkakuji - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪レストラン NOANOA - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪京 カレーうどん お多やん - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪徳利苑 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪しらかわ - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hostel Ginkakuji

At Hostel Ginkakuji, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto University. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 2 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
  • Express check-in available
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 9 PM
  • Front desk staffed during limited hours
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Up to 3 children (3 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Onsite self parking (JPY 900 per day)

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch TV

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

What to enjoy

  • Separate dining area
  • Separate living room

Freshen up

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Rice cooker
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. 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.

Optional extras

  • Late check-in between 9 PM and midnight can be arranged for an extra charge
  • Towels are available for an extra charge (or guests may bring their own)

Parking

  • Self parking costs JPY 900 per day

Policies

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.
This property accepts cash.

Also known as

Hostel Ginkakuji Kyoto
Ginkakuji Kyoto
Hostel Ginkakuji Kyoto
Hostel Ginkakuji Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Hostel Ginkakuji Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Does Hostel Ginkakuji offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hostel Ginkakuji 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hostel Ginkakuji?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hostel Ginkakuji?
Yes. Self parking costs JPY 900 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hostel Ginkakuji?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in is available.
What is there to do at Hostel Ginkakuji and nearby?
Hostel Ginkakuji has a garden.
What's the area around Hostel Ginkakuji like?
Hostel Ginkakuji is located by the river in Sakyo Ward, a short 16-minute walk from Kyoto University and 6 minutes' walk from Philosopher's Path.

Hostel Ginkakuji Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Staff behavior was excellent. Kitchen was stinking. Bathroom shared. Not good.
4-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Bit far out but buses were ok.
In and out buses to get to the temples and Gion festival but ok for a hostel and friendly enough. Self check-in was a bit weird.
Martin, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Location far away from Kyoto Station but if you use one day bus pass then no probelem.
CW, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Small place, bad location, too many rules
The place is really small with thin walls/floors. The guests next door have kids running around till mid night so we couldn't sleep. Location is not good. The only interesting things nearby are the Ginkakuji castle and the Philosopher's path. Everything else is located at least 4 km away or 30 mins away by bus. (They have rental bikes and free wifi) There are rules sticking everywhere in the house. Which makes you feel unwelcome.
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

京都で海外ステイ満喫
海外の方々が多く、多国籍でアットホームな雰囲気でした。価格も手頃だし、リビングでくつろげば海外ステイの気分が味わえますよ。
akiyo, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

銀閣寺に近く、バス停、食事処、スーパーも近くにあり大変よかったです。
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

一人旅
お世話になりました。
hiromi, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

二階の部屋にテレビまたはラジオがあれば？
Susumu, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

LIMIN, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

비추입니다. 지져분해요
교통편은 좋았지만... 집 상태가 너무 낡고 남자 냄새가 심하게 납니다. 관리가 너무 엉망이에요
HyeJin, 1-night romance trip
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8/10 Very Good

An acequible option in Kyoto, good location, parking available (aditional cost) and very confortable futons. I only suggest change the air filters in the shower and kitchen zone because they look a little dirty.
1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Séjour très agréable
Excellent rapport qualité-prix. L'équipe est sympathique, les sanitaires sont très propres. L'hôtel est un peu excentré mais le quartier est intéressant avec notamment le temple Ginkakuji et le sentier de la philosophie à proximité. Un arrêt de bus à deux pas facilite les déplacements. Notre chambre était assez petite, mais malgré tout propre et fonctionnelle. Du café, du thé ainsi que le nécessaire de cuisine sont mis gracieusement à disposition des clients. possibilité de louer des vélos à un prix très correct.
jean-christophe, 5-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Alles top
Schönes gemütliches Zimmer mit bequemen Futon. Freundliches Personal! Wir waren rundum zufrieden und würden gerne beim nächsten Besuch wieder buchen.
Frederic, 1-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very Good

浴室太冷，洗完澡再穿衣服時都可以感受到冷風
Asen, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

6-night business trip
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8/10 Very Good

조용하고 저렴한 숙소
교토외곽에 위치한 굉장히 조용하고 한산한 숙소입니다. 교토대애서 굉장히 가깝기 때문에 교토대 출장오신 분들에게 강추.
4-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Gut ausgestattet und sauber zum günstigen Preis
Wegen dem niedrigen Preis hatten wir keine große Erwartungen. Überraschenderweise blieben jedoch keine Wünsche offen. Wir wurden sehr freundlich empfangen und die Einrichtung dort hatte alles war man brauchte: Eine Waschmaschine war vorhanden, Dusche und Toiletten waren sauber. Es herrschte eine tolle Atmosphäre zwischen den Gästen und das Hostel ist sehr Kinderfreundlich - unserem vierjährigen hat es dort auch super gefallen :)
Sarah, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

KIN YAT, 1-night trip
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