Higurashi-Sou

2.5 star property
Guest house near Kiyomizu Temple in Kyoto

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Interior
Dining
Traditional Twin Room | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Traditional Twin Room | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1211 Shuzei-cho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 602-8155
  • Nijō Castle
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Nishiki Market
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

2F Premium Twin Room, Non Smoking (Restrooms are only on the 1st floor)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

2F Western-Style Triple room, Non Smoking (Restrooms are only on the 1st floor)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Traditional Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

Traditional Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Futon

2F Comfort Single Room, Non smoking (Restrooms are only on the 1st floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Futon

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Central Kyoto stay.A stay at this Central Kyoto guesthouse places you within half a mile (1 km) of Nijō Castle and 2 miles (3 km) of Kawaramachi Street. Nishiki Market and Kyoto University are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Nijō Castle - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Shijo Street - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Kyoto University - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • Nijo Station - 12 min walk
  • Nijojo-mae Station - 12 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪珈ノ介コーヒ - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪めん馬鹿一代 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪モスバーガー - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Songbird Coffee - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪curry & bar 240 - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Higurashi-Sou

Guest house near Kiyomizu Temple in Kyoto
As a guest of Higurashi-Sou, you'll find a terrace, a garden, and a communal living room. WiFi is free in public spaces. Higurashi-Sou also features a microwave in a common area and a refrigerator in a common area.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Kyoto guesthouse.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
Higurashi-Sou offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with slippers and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include fans and blackout drapes/curtains.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

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
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • 2 shared bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fan
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

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 200-10,000 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 accepts credit cards and 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Japanese futons are provided based on the number of adults in the reservation.

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • 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

Higurashi-Sou Guesthouse Kyoto
Higurashi-Sou Guesthouse
Higurashi-Sou Kyoto
Higurashi-Sou Kyoto
Higurashi-Sou Guesthouse
Higurashi-Sou Guesthouse Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

How close is Higurashi-Sou to the airport?

Higurashi-Sou is 31.8 mi (56-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Higurashi-Sou?

As of Sep 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Higurashi-Sou on Sep 18, 2025 start from $83.49, excluding 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 Higurashi-Sou have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Higurashi-Sou.

Does Higurashi-Sou offer free breakfast?

Higurashi-Sou does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Higurashi-Sou?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Higurashi-Sou?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

Is there free parking at Higurashi-Sou?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does Higurashi-Sou have a pool?

Higurashi-Sou does not have a pool.

Does Higurashi-Sou have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Higurashi-Sou to downtown Kyoto?

Higurashi-Sou is 1.2 mi away from Kyoto.