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Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel

1.0 star property
Hostel in Kyoto, steps from Kawaramachi Street

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Reception
Double Room, Non Smoking (Check-in Available Until 9:00 PM) | Minibar, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Living area
Close to Pontocho Alley and Kyoto Imperial Palace, Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel provides amenities like laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking (Check-in Available Until 9:00 PM) | Minibar, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking (Check-in Available Until 9:00 PM)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Hair dryer
4 bathrooms
Microwave
Freezer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room, Non Smoking (Check-in Available Until 9:00 PM) | Minibar, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Non Smoking (Check-in Available Until 9:00 PM)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
4 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Microwave
Freezer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Double Room, Non Smoking (Check-in Available Until 9:00 PM) | Minibar, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Non Smoking (Check-in Available Until 9:00 PM)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
4 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Microwave
Freezer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Quadruple Room, Non Smoking (Check-in Available Until 9:00 PM) | Minibar, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room, Non Smoking (Check-in Available Until 9:00 PM)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
4 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Microwave
Freezer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Single Room, Non Smoking (Check-in Available Until 9:00 PM) | Minibar, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, Non Smoking (Check-in Available Until 9:00 PM)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
4 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Microwave
Freezer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Minibar, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 18 Bed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

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Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single　room

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Minibar, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Map
133-1 Umenokicho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto, 604-0905

What's nearby

  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Heian Shrine - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Nijō Castle - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Kyoto University - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Jingu-marutamachi Station - 7 min walk
  • Shiyakusho-mae Station - 7 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪一保堂茶舗 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪SCHOOL BUS COFFEE STOP KYOTO - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪蕎麦 ろうじな - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪ナグネコプテギ - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪それから - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel

Hostel near Kawaramachi Street
Close to Pontocho Alley and Kyoto Imperial Palace, Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel provides amenities like laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Bike rentals and an elevator
Room features
All 51 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Communal kitchens, full-sized refrigerators/freezers, and microwaves

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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

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Rice cooker
  • Shared kitchen access

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Towels fee: JPY 100 (or guests may bring their own)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file

Property is also known as

Kyoto Hive Hostel Kyoto
Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE Hostel
Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel Kyoto
Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel?

Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel located?

Located in Downtown Kyoto, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street, Pontocho Alley, and Kyoto Imperial Palace. Nishiki Market and Shijo Street are also within 1 mi (2 km). Shiyakusho-mae Station is 7 minutes by foot and Marutamachi Station is 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 21 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JUSTIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were super friendly and were open to helping me practice Japanese. Very accommodating, and clean, with spacious rooms.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great experience and in a convent location, not super out the way from anything. The staff was super kind and very interactive and the building and vibes were an overall 10/10. I stayed for 5 weeks and it was great
Stayed 17 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hostel! We had a private room so didn't feel like a hostel, other than the shared bathroom. Almost felt more like a pod hotel, with private rooms. Great showers and bathrooms, and cool kitchen and lounge area. The bunk beds were great with privacy curtains. Only "complaint" is there is no water dispenser to fill up your water for the day, or breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
You get a no thrills clean experience that is dirt cheap relatively
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manabu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great! So reasonble!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an extremely well-priced option for a stay in Kyoto, in an accessible but quiet part of the city that is still close enough to be convenient, but far away from the maddening crowds. Great hostel facilities, clean, spacious, comfortable, with all the necessities well looked after, and completely functional. The guests were all very respectable and there are no unnecessary frills. Would much rather stay here than any chain business hotel. One note is that I'm a sento/onsen addict, and although there aren't any on premises, there are a few nearby in the neighbourhood -- great way to get to know the vibe of the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Yui

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
泊まれませんでした。 お金だけ取られました。
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yonatan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Edificación nueva, todo muy limpio e impecable, cocina para preparar desayunos con todos lo accesorios necesarios y habitaciones muy cómodas.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Hiromi

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
以前の同じ施設を利用していたが、再オープン後はスタッフのクオリティとサービス，施設の活用範囲が下がっていた。 シャワールーム、クリーニングルーム，トイレ、共有スペース、いずれも設備のメンテナンスやどのように使うかの意識が低くなってしまったのが残念でした。
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gaetan Stephan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gute günstige Option wenn man ein Einzelzimmer braucht
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Koma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diara

Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

ryou

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shuya

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

kiyosumi

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmijn

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

8/10 Good

Petter

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

tomoyo

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

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