Kyo-no-sato 京の里

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Scored 8.7
Rated excellent

Staff

9.3

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Kyo-no-sato in Kyoto offers family rooms with tatami and parquet floors. Each room includes air-conditioning, a bath, and a work desk. Guests can relax in the lounge or enjoy the garden views from the seating area. Modern Amenities: The homestay provides free WiFi, a shared kitchen, and a work desk. Additional amenities include a refrigerator, electric kettle, and free toiletries. Paid on-site private parking is available for guests. Convenient Location: Located 34 mi from Itami Airport, Kyo-no-sato is near attractions such as Shugakuin Imperial Villa and Ruriko-in Temple, both 2.5 mi away. Other points of interest include Heian Shrine and Kinkaku-ji Temple, each 6.2 mi from the property. Highly Rated by Guests: Guests appreciate the friendly host and the serene garden setting. The homestay is highly rated for its excellent service and comfortable accommodations.

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Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Laundry
  • Garden

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

  • Private Parking Available On Site

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2 futon beds
1 twin bed
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2 bunk beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Joyce
United States United States
“The hostess was very kind and went out of her way to make my stay in Kyoto enjoyable. She picked me up from the train station and gave me tips on navigating the city and sites. The area is very peaceful and quite beautiful, a welcome respite...”
Andrea
United States United States
“The location was perfect for me. It is a short walk from the Iwakura station, toward the mountains. Very quiet and relaxing. You need to be able to walk. This guest house is perfect for people who can walk and are active. The proprietress was...”
Valentina
Japan Japan
“The accomodation is in a quiet neighbourhood. It is relatively easy to get from there to the city centre. The owner is always ready to help.”
Rautmann
France France
“The location was very convenient for visiting the Kurama temple and the Kibune shrine. The public transport was very close to the accommodation, and there was a convenience store very close by as well. The house was very clean and tidy. The owner...”
Remigiusz
Norway Norway
“Lovely old lady. Nice house. Nice room. Good location. She doesn't speak english but its not a problem since we live in era of smartphones and everyone can use google translate, but knowing japanese surely is a plus! And she likes to chat about...”
Marcus
Germany Germany
“I felt like home! Thank you very much! Got a very good experience about Japan also because of you!”
Dauchel
France France
“thé manager drive us from and to thé city. Thé justesse is very kind and she likes t’allongeât with people. It is near mountains and thé suburb is Nice. There are a lot of facilitiez and train and bus are very close.it is 30mn to thé city center.”
Instavisor
Norway Norway
“You live in Lady's house so follow her rules and you will be fine. She is a little strict, yes, but she is also a kind and wonderful person. Here is your chance to live in a Japanese home and talk in Japanese language. Haven't learned any? No...”
Kirsten
Netherlands Netherlands
“The host is very nice and hospitable. The room was nice and comfortable and facilities were clean and good”
Geoffrey
Japan Japan
“I was made to feel so welcome by the landlady. It was a memorable stay as I loved learning about Kyoto and the Japanese way of life from her. I enjoyed catching up with her at the end of each day about the places I had visited. The house is...”

Hosted by Yumiko Sawada

9.3
Host Review Score
Yumiko Sawada
Stay in a traditional Japanese home with a kind host! Private rooms and guests share the living room, kitchen, and bath with the host. Perfect for guests who want a home stay experience! The host is an older Japanese woman who used to be a host at a traditional Japanese Ryokan. She hopes to welcome guests from all over the world and share travel tips about Kyoto. Supermarkets, convenience stores, and local sightseeing spots are a short walk away. Explore a different side of Kyoto!
Local sightseeing spots include: Chogen-ji temple, Daiun-ji temple, Miyake-hachimangu shrine, Kyoto International Conference Center, Kifune shrine (20 min train ride) Shopping: Supermarket (5 minute walk) Convenience store (2 minute walk) Liquor store (5 minute walk) Various restaurants within a 10 minute walk.
Languages spoken: English,Japanese

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House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Curfew
The entrance to the property is closed between 22:00 and 04:00
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 5:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Kyo-no-sato 京の里 of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

An accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 05:00:00.

License number: M260022935