This smoke-free hostel features free Wi-Fi in public areas. Housekeeping is available on request.
Guest House WA - Hostel offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary slippers and a hairdryer. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Guest House WA - Hostel, you're just a quick walk from Nishihonganji Temple. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas.
Free WiFi
On-site recreation includes bicycles to rent
Within a 15-minute walk of Kyoto Tower and Kawaramachi Street
Public spaces have free WiFi.
This Kyoto hostel is smoke free.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese
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
Limited-hour front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (on request)
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
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Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Slippers
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Towels provided
Entertainment
40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Microwave
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Air conditioning
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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
This property does not provide luggage storage.
All guests, including children, are required to present a valid government-issued ID card at check-in.
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
Children and extra beds
Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 18 are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types at the property
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.
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
The front desk at this property is open daily from 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
We should mention
Children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
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 Guesthouse Lantern Hostel
Guesthouse Lantern Hostel
Kyoto Guesthouse Lantern
Guest House WA - Hostel Kyoto
Kyoto Guesthouse Lantern Hostel
Guest House WA - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Guest House WA - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kyoto
Guest House WA - Hostel Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 17 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 17 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 17 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
4/10 Poor
Verified traveller
Travelled with group
4 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Room for 4 people just enough for 2-3person
Room for 4 person but too small for 4 person. No place to put luggage. Share bathroom. Other was acceptable. Please check the policy before book. Rules are rules and there is no flexibility.
The best part is the weather is cold in Japan, but the nights in Kyoto are boring. If you want to enjoy the nightlife, not recommended to stay in Kyoto.
The room is larger than it looks on the photo. Our family of 4 has a lot of space to move about and even a living room /dining area. The location is walkable distance from Kyoto Station but do prepare a walk for a bit, but it's also quiet, good for resting after a day of touring /shopping.
Clean and tidy place even with the shared spaces! The beds are comfy & the staff were so nice and welcoming. We’re so happy we stayed here and would definitely come back again!
Vid check-in var ytterdörren låst och vi fick vänta en timme. Till slut bankade vi hårt på dörren och då vaknade någon innanför och släppte in oss. Ofräscht med massor av hårstrån i sängen och trasig toalettdörr.
Absolut inte värt pengarna.
Muy bien ubicado, renta bicicletas que es el mejor transporte en kyoto. Staff super amable y atento, instalaciones impecables y cuartos amplios. Para el estandar de Japón.