Guesthouse Kyoto Arashiyama

I absolutely loved this guesthouse! ❤️ It's an old-style Japanese house with so much charm and character. Just keep in mind that if you're expecting a modern hotel like the Sheraton, this might not be for you. But if you'd like to experience traditional Japan, sleep on futons and enjoy a more authentic atmosphere, I can't recommend it enough! The owner was really friendly and welcoming, and having laundry facilities was a big plus, especially during a longer trip. I honestly loved every bit of it!

A hidden gem in Kyoto, located in a quite neighborhood and price is very affordable. A little bit far from the nearest station so you have to walk or take the bus to the guesthouse. It is perfect for those who want to experience local life and real Japanese house. The owner is a very nice old man and he also gave us some teabag when we check out.

We enjoyed a lot our stay in Arashiyama / Guest House Arashiyama: everything is well managed by a lovely elderly couple, who still can speak English and managed to run the guest house. We appreciated their efforts to keep the traditional and well maintained equipments. If you want to have a simple, yet convenient guest house (best for 2 person and a small child), then please pick this guesthouse. Surrounded is a post office which I withdrew money from the ATM with good exchange rates, a big supermarket to shop fresh foods and everything you ever need, some local shops to eat out (a very nice udon shop if you happened to find with very good prices). Nice points to highlight here: + futon beds - its very comfy on the tatami + tea, coffee, small fridge enough to store some of your snacks + bath is not big but good and a very Japanese way to shower every day + outside you have a little garden shared with the owner (I personally like it) and washmachines for free usage + TV, AC function well but please mind the AC because it is located just above the futon beds so you might not like lying directly under it.

+ Toilet does not have modern Japanese bidet, but we don't really mind at all!

The main draw of the accommodation is its location which was close to our travel plans and cheap price. I think the accommodation has a much better rating than it deserves because the owner gives you a small packet of matcha when checking out and some crackers when checking in. Hot water was okay and the place is quiet at night.

The accommodation wasn't very clean. Floor and some of the appliances need more cleaning. Especially the tray in the bathroom was very dirty with someone's hair from shaving still present. There were 4!! air fresheners in the toilet with a completely disgusting smell. The equipment of the kitchen was so so and there was no usable stainless steel pot, only completely destroyed teflon pan. The futon was extremely hard. I would appreciate a self check-in.