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HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel

Property class: 2
Hostel near Kyoto Tower in Kyoto

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A traditional Japanese building with wooden sliding doors and a signboard.
A wooden cabin with a stone bench and a lantern in the garden.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, a futon bed, and a sliding door with a view of greenery outside.
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a futon bed, a small table, and a view through shoji screens.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a sliding door.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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1-12 Wakicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8834
  • Place, Umekoji Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kyoto Tower
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪18 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

A room with a low table, a cushioned bench, and a large window with frosted glass panels.

Classic Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Traditional Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a futon bed, sliding doors, and a shoji screen.

Traditional Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Garden view
  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a large window.

Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Garden view
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Economy Twin Japanese Style Room

A bunk bed room with a window, curtains, and an air conditioning unit.

Economy Twin Japanese Style Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 64 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, two beds with white bedding, and a shoji screen door.

Comfort Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 3 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Traditional Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and shoji screens.

Traditional Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

A small, compact room with a single bed, a wooden desk, and a hanging coat rack.

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

A room with bunk beds, wooden shelves, and a small bedside table.

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Single Room, Japanese Futon, Shared Bathroom

A small, dimly lit room with a single bed, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

Single Room, Japanese Futon, Shared Bathroom

  • 64 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Futon
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Basic Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

A dimly lit room with two beds, a window with vertical blinds, and a ceiling with a grid pattern.

Basic Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, two beds with neatly folded clothes, and shoji screens.

Standard Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Garden view
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Gallery Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a sliding shoji door, and a red table.

Gallery Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Garden view
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Basic Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

A table with a book, two glasses, and a box.

Basic Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Design Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a futon bed, a sliding door, and a small table with a lamp.

Design Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Club Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

A room with a bed, wooden headboard, and a large mirror on the wall.

Club Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Traditional Twin Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

A room with a bed, a chair, and a window with a view of the outside.

Traditional Twin Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Shimogyo Ward stay.Your stay at this Shimogyo Ward hostel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Kyoto Tower and Kawaramachi Street. Nijō Castle and Nishiki Market are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kyoto Aquarium - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Umekoji Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kyoto Station Building - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kyoto Tower - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Kawaramachi Street - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station - 8 min walk
  • Kyoto Station - 13 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪市電カフェ - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪UMEKOJI パークカフェ - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪あじげん - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪古民家ラーメン ごま - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪BOSSCHE - ‬2 min walk

About this property

HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel

Hostel near Kyoto Tower in Kyoto
There's a restaurant on site. A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel.

This Kyoto hostel is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Library
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Dining venue
HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel offers 10 accommodations with hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
The entrance to the property closes between 9 PM and 8:30 AM. Guests are not permitted to enter or leave the property during this time.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 100–10,000 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.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

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 only accepts cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property only accepts cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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

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HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel Kyoto
HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
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Frequently asked questions

How close is HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel to the airport?

HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel is 29.4 mi (51-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel?

As of Aug 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel on Sep 3, 2026 start from $22, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel.

Does HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel offer free breakfast?

HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel have a pool?

HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel does not have a pool.

Does HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel to downtown Kyoto?

HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel is 1.9 mi away from Kyoto.

HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 113 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sheldon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming 100 year old house. We enjoyed our stay. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great area and near by the station
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Archit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice traditional place. Enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely area really felt the environment
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Connor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rafaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hostel is very clean and well organized. The instructions for the self check-in were very easy to understand. The hostel is also on a traditional Japanese house, so it was amazing to have this experience!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Toby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff, really cool building, but the location is bad if your looking to walk around
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donna Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i have never had so much space to myself in a hostel/capsule hotel before. the bunk was narrow, but you get so many shelves; a rod, hook, and hangers to hang stuff; and plenty of room for your suitcase(s). this alone made it one of the best stays i've ever booked. this is a traditional wooden structure, which may not be for everyone but i loved the vibes so much. please respect the tatami flooring and bring socks, or be prepared to go barefoot. i went during a rainy season, so it was mildly humid even inside even with the ac on. also, sound /does/ travel. every creak of floorboard or bedboard, the murmur of outside conversations, etc, were audible. bring earplugs if you think that would bother you. it's a ~20min walk to the kyoto shinkansen station (doable even with large suitcases as long as you stick to the main roads, which have sidewalks), but there's a closer subway stop ~10min walk away if you have more to carry. the neighbourhood is liberally serviced by multiple bus routes (helpful during your stay!), but the bus system discourages bringing large luggage or large amounts of luggage on board.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

YASUHIRO

Liked: Amenities
Good
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

The Manh

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
What an interesting traditional japanese house to stay at. A bit hard to find the staff around, and also the bathrooms are not as clean as they look. Still a great experience overall.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Thien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was clean, but the house was old. There is only 1 restroom and 1 bathroom for 7 bedrooms. People need to wait for their turns to use them. The restroom and bathroom are not as good as other hotels that we used that were about the same prices. I would expect more from this hotel with the price of $70/night. The receptionist speaks English well which is a good sign.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Marina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Run!!!! The lady was nice in the short interaction we had but then she left right after. It’s old, very old as advertised but completely lacking maintenance. There are only two bathrooms with no sink so you have to wash your hands in the kitchen. Two toilets and two showers for 7 people. Everything is extra, even towels. I was supposed to stay on the ground floor and it’s so noisy when people walk upstairs. Impossible. Now it’s 5:29 pm and I’m leaving to another place, no way I will stay here. There was no one onsite after 4:30 pm. They refused to refund me also even knowing I didn’t stay there. It’s not about being a shared room, it’s about a torn down hotel that needs urgent renovation!!! Avoid at all costs
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Ac didnt work it was set to cool and 16C but felt like warm air. Towels not included. Hair dryer lowpower. It is meant to be budget but couldnt sleep well
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very charming and helpful

Haruya Umekoji is so charming and authentic. Less than 10 minutes walk from the Umekoji station, and right next to the aquarium. The staff was very helpful and they even have bicycles you can rent out for the day (trust me, it’s the better way to get around Kyoto).
Library/Lounge
Kitchen
Reception Sitting
View at night
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Emi

It’s great for travelers who are minimalist and enjoy efficiency but not recommend for anyone who needs extra care and more hospitality, or assistance.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Marie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
It’s a really charming little place. The walls were thin so please be mindful about noise level. I had some really noisy people that were staying there which was regretful. It could be cleaner because there was mold on the ceiling of the bathroom. Some places were dusty. I stayed on the second floor but luckily my luggage was bearable. The stairs were steep and narrow. I had to be careful to not destroy anything. Overall, I really like it there.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Faizan ullah

Liked: Amenities
The toilet didn't have a bidet at all, no staff at the building at all, also check in is a hass
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Joao

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hostel is quite charming and gives a different experience from big chains hotels and hostels however it feels a little bit weird doing check-in and check-out without talking to anyone from the place. The check-in starting at 16:00 and check-out at 10:00 gives the impression that you are being rob. Also, charging for bath towels was unnecessary (at least the first one).
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Juan Eduardo

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
accommodation was okay but moving from one building to another get a shower and move back to your room and space is limited. There are 3 seperate buildings ieach one has different amenities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jean

Disliked: Amenities
I understand that the building is old, but they should improve the cleanliness of the facility, rooms, and walls. The heated table sheets had food stains everywhere, and the corners of the room were too dusty.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a hostel! Don't expect room service. But it was exactly what we were looking for (cheap room). The added attraction for us was the fact that it is a 125-year-old house. It was great getting to experience sleeping on the floor on futons. As with most hostels, the toilet and bathroom are "down the hall." However, our room had its own private toilet, which was convenient. Check-in was "interesting." There's a box at the front door that has "check-in" instructions for incoming guests. You find the paper with your name, and it tells you how to open the front door, what room you're in, WI-FI info, etc. We arrived late evening and left early morning. As such, we didn't see anybody connected with the facility. It was just like coming and leaving home. A wonderful experience, in my opinion, that well suited our needs and budget.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

じょうたろう

Disliked: Staff & service
二段ベッドで、ベッドが狭かった。
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

仁紀

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
かなり綺麗で良かった。
Stayed 1 night in May 2026