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Kyoyado Okara - Hostel

2.0 star property
Travelers find peaceful respite at this Kyoto hostel, where they can relax in a garden setting or borrow bikes to visit nearby temples and attractions.

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Kyoyado Okara - Hostel offers a quiet retreat in central Kyoto, steps from bustling Kawaramachi Street and historic To-ji Temple. Guests can browse the library, enjoy the tranquil garden, and explore the city on rental bikes. WiFi keeps everyone connected throughout their stay.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Female Dormitory Room - Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Futon
  • Free WiFi

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Female Triple Room - Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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Female Twin Room - Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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Japanese Style Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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Japanese Style Quadruple Room | Free WiFi

Japanese Style Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

Traditional House, 5 Bedrooms

  • 100 sq m
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 10 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Shimogyo Ward, a neighborhood in Kyoto, is home to Kyoyado Okara - Hostel. Kawaramachi Street and Shijo Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and Lake Biwa. Kyoto Aquarium and Kyoto Railway Museum are also worth visiting. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
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477 Nishinotoincho, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8327

What's nearby

  • Kyoto, Japan Skyline at the Tower
    Kyoto Tower
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kyoto Station Building
    Kyoto Station Building
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kyoto Aquarium
    Kyoto Aquarium
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Umekoji Park
    Umekoji Park
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • 京都市四条河原町交差点の夜の景観。
    Kawaramachi Street
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Gojo Station
    7 min walk
  • Kyoto Station
    10 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM)
    56 min drive

Restaurants

  • 吟醸らーめん 久保田
    1 min walk
  • 六条新町招福亭
    4 min walk
  • 西利 本店
    6 min walk
  • がんこ 西本願寺別邸
    4 min walk
  • スイートマロンカフェ
    5 min walk

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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

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

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 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.

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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

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Kyoyado Okara - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Kyoyado Okara - Hostel?

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

What time is check-out at Kyoyado Okara - Hostel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Kyoyado Okara - Hostel located?

Located in Shimogyo Ward, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Nishihonganji Temple, Kawaramachi Street, and Kyoto Tower. Shijo Street and Sanjusangen-do Temple are also within 1 mi (2 km). Gojo Station is 7 minutes by foot and Tanbaguchi Station is 17 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Kyoyado Okara - Hostel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 21 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタッフの方はとても優しく、滞在期間中もずっと気にかけて頂きました。ただ、一つ言うならば毎朝、洗面台がびしょびしょ(多分複数の宿泊者が顔を洗われたため)でした。びしょびしょになった所に物は置けないので、簡易の台を設置されるようにした方がいいのでは、と思いました。それ以外はとても気に入りましたので、また利用させて頂きます。
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reira

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

とても良かったです

また京都に行った際に利用させていただきたいと思いました。 有難うございました。
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ゲストハウスは初めて利用させて頂きましたが、とても良かったです！また利用させて頂きたいです
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lordofmarcel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a very nice time in this guest house. The staff is very friendly. I would recommend the food evening they have, it's fun and you can meet cool people!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

chou

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

Japenese style guest house

It’s a lovely japenese style guest house that gives you the full Nihong go experience. Not to far from Kyoto station and many little restaurants. It’s also very close to Nishihongwanji Temple which I think is beautiful and other temples. You’ve got a laundrymat at 7 mins by foot and a Presco (little supermarket). The staff was fabulous. Thank you for having me
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ayumi was very welcoming and kind, and worked hard to make sure we were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
親切且熱心的員工，適合年輕人的住宿地點。
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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

More of a hostel

Helpful staff, good location, room was fine besides a really, I mean really carried light switch that we couldn't fine and had to sleep with it on. the walls are paper thin and everyone can hear everything. facilities are all communal. If you are okay with all that then this is a fine place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Esther

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

Autentico

Este hostelnhas sidouna experiencia maravillosa, limpio, tranquilo y el personal super amable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yuk

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It was the Best Stay through our 8 Days Trip

Perfect! It's perfect. You might need to walk about 10 - 15 minutes to a subway station but trust me, it really worth it. This small traditional building so well preserved, with Tatami rooms. Bathrooms are top notch, so clean and warm to linger. The only regret? We should have stayed longer. OH! Did I mentioned about the comic room?.... :)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
ゲストハウスなので、基本的には自分たちで準備することが多いです。しかし、スタッフさんたちは優しくやり方など丁寧に教えて下さったので、とても良かったです。
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

スタッフの対応が最低でした

経営者なのか従業員なのかは定かではありませんが、このような方がサービス業に従事されているのは驚きました。経営者であれば、そういう経営スタイルを貫かれているのでしょうし、こちらは二度と予約もしないし周りにも勧めないだけですが、単なる従業員であるのならば、あのような失礼な従業員に給料を払い、宿の質を落とされ、経営者の方は本当に気の毒に思います。どうしてこんなに評価が高いのか疑問です。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

很棒！

很謝謝在京都行給予的諸多幫助!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great Little Guesthouse

Fabulous place to stay. This is a bit more like a hostel with amenities like a washer with soap provided, a Japanese style bath and shared kitchen. Nice way to experience Japanese style living. There is also a small tatami mat manga room as well. Conveniently located near the Kyoto train station and on a bus line. Neighborhood is nice and quiet with restaurants and stores in walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Okara Go Go! :)

The house is an old traditional japanese house with a lot of charm! The staff were really nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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

Nice hotel

Soundproofing is not good. Everything else was good.!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

けいこ

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

京町家を改装した、懐かしさのある可愛いお宿

内装外装ともにとてもこだわりがあり、古いものを使っているので懐かしさを感じました。 水回りなどは新築なのでとても綺麗でした。 何よりスタッフの方がとても親切にしてくださり、観光名所への行き方を丁寧に教えてくださりました。 英語の喋れるスタッフの方なので外国人の方とも交流できました。 また、イベントも企画していらっしゃり、今回私は「流しそうめん」を体験することができました！人生初の体験を京都の古民家でできてとてもいい旅の思い出になりました。
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yang

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

It's nice to stay

It's a nice and quite place! Friendly staff!And good location. Near to the kyoto station
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie

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

Chambre d'hôtes accueillante

Petite guest house très accueillante, deux chambres traditionnelles avec nuits sur futon et un dortoir de 6 lits. Les voyageurs sont très respectueux donc pas de soucis de bruit. Cuisine possible même si le quartier est bien pourvu en restaurants. Adresse que nous recommandons chaleureusement
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Niet geschikt voor stelletjes > 30 jaar.

Veel geluidoverlast in de twee ryokans voor stelletjes. De kamer is als door papier gescheiden van de common kamer , keuken en toiletten eromheen. Tot 23:00 wordt volop gepraat en tot diep in de nacht wordt gebruik gemaakt van toilet, bad en douches. De deur naar de toiletruimten rammelt gigantisch (en de Japanners, een prima volk) houden daarmee geen rekening in hun cultuur)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nien-Chen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018