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Shiki Shiki Higashiyama

2.5 star property
Guesthouse in Kyoto, 8-minute walk to Shijo Street

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Travelers find a peaceful haven at Shiki Shiki Higashiyama guesthouse in central Kyoto. The property provides in-room WiFi and luggage storage while positioning guests perfectly for exploring nearby Yasaka Shrine and the atmospheric Pontocho Alley.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Twin Room With Share Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Double Room With Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Toilet with electronic bidet
Private bathroom
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room, Non Smoking

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Triple Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room With Private BathRoom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking, Bathtub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Triple Room, Non Smoking (with Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

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Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3

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About the neighborhood

Map
449-2, Hachikencho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0027

Getting around

  • Higashiyama Station - 2 min walk
  • Sanjo Station - 9 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪マルシン飯店 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪あるぺんrose - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪丹 tan - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪いっちゃんラーメン - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Shiki Shiki Higashiyama

Guesthouse near Kawaramachi Street
Close to Yasaka Shrine and Pontocho Alley, Shiki Shiki Higashiyama has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Luggage storage and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Shiki Shiki Higashiyama offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and housekeeping

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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

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours), private entrance

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.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

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

SHIKISHIKI HIGASHIYAMA Villa Kyoto
SHIKISHIKI HIGASHIYAMA Villa
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Villa SHIKISHIKI HIGASHIYAMA Kyoto
Kyoto SHIKISHIKI HIGASHIYAMA Villa
Villa SHIKISHIKI HIGASHIYAMA
Shiki Shiki Higashiyama Kyoto
Shiki Shiki Higashiyama Guesthouse
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Shiki Shiki Higashiyama Kyoto
Shiki Shiki Higashiyama Guesthouse Kyoto
SHIKISHIKI HIGASHIYAMA
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Shiki Shiki Higashiyama Guesthouse Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Is Shiki Shiki Higashiyama pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Shiki Shiki Higashiyama?

This guest house doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Shiki Shiki Higashiyama?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shiki Shiki Higashiyama?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Shiki Shiki Higashiyama located?

Located in Higashiyama Ward, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Hanamikoji Street, Shijo Street, and Yasaka Shrine. Pontocho Alley and Heian Shrine are also within 15 minutes. Higashiyama Station is only a 2-minute walk and Sanjo Keihan Station is 7 minutes.

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Shiki Shiki Higashiyama Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 78 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Noelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot to stay at for a few days!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Shiki Shiki Higashiyama is a convenient and enjoyable hostel with a nice little local shopping alley and subway station close by. Only major down side was the shared bathroom as the shower base is damaged and might end up hurting someone some day.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Yurika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
施設自体は綺麗でアクセスもよく良かったのですが、騒音がけっこうストレスでした。 隣の部屋の話し声が丸聞こえで、一晩目は日付が変わっても大きな声や物音がして迷惑でした。注意してもらおうと電話をかけましたが誰も出ず、メールを送って返信が来たのは翌朝... 壁が薄いというよりはドアの下に隙間があるような？せっかく綺麗な施設なのでもったいないです。
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Hitomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタッフの方が親切でした。 お部屋もきれいでした。 テーブルやイスがないのが少し不便でしたが、宿泊だけなら全然問題ないです。
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

俊幸

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
シャワールームのカーテンを新しくしたほうが良いと思います。
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Xiaodan

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
We booked the twin room and it turns out the ad was misleading. There are no photos of the room in entirety because in reality it was extremely small, probably about 30 sq feet, and definitely not enough space for luggage. There is no elevator, only a steep narrow stairwell to the 3rd floor. They don’t answer multiple of their phone lines or messages on Expedia - when we finally got a hold of someone, he said it was because they are a chain so the phone goes to a different location and they are busy doing something else. The slippers they gave us were ripped apart at the side edge like 4cm- I could not wear them safely on the stairs. Towels are 200 yen each. I would not recommend this place and will avoid it again. My 2 night stay in august cost 125 USD for 2 people. This is really just an expensive but themed hostel.
Twin room -silver
Room examples
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Poor slippers
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the facilities, and the staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

JOJI

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
エアコンがカビ臭い、シャワールームの底面が割れている
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sebastian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Located in really nice areas, modern and fresh. Concerns regarding to safety, of entrance but great for offered price. Washroom not super clean, but okay. Shower was not in best condition. Would visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Antoine

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The good is the location. The bad is staying and n confined space. The bedding is very thin and not recommended for people with back or mobility issues. Charge extra for towels. Stayed at other japanese accommodation and much more comfortable. Was very difficult to get hold of staff as the unit was hot and air conditioning was not working. Seems overcharging for the accommodation offered. Not sure why expedia rated as wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying here for our one night trip in Kyoto. The room itself is clean and its Japanese style room. Shared bathrooms and showers. It doesn’t have elevator so I wouldn’t recommend to stay here if you have heavy luggages and staying for longer duration.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

??

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
壁が薄く、他客の音が気になりました。
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kazumasa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
よかったです！
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

yoji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
宿は安く清潔でとても満足。ただ価格が安いのである程度仕方ないと思うが隣の部屋が夜中中うるさかった。22時以降他の客に迷惑なので静かに、という様な貼り紙があってもいいのではと思った。海外からの観光客に効果が有るかは疑問では有るが…
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Leonardo e

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Nice hostel

The add showed a private bathroom there was a private shower but a shared bathroom, we were able to leave our luggage inside before our check in, but we were not able to talk to anybody after that, only through the hotels app and it was difficult, the place is very neat, modern and nice, but a more communicative service would help the overall experience
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Romoe

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable, affordable and well located

Well located, nice place- more like an Airbnb type of accommodation. Bathroom in the room but toilets were in the corridor. However, very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ching Wooi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was a bunk bed (tatami style) and a wonderful experience. There was also a train and bus station near by, a 3 min walk away from the hotel. There was a traditional shop selling fried potato and chicken just around the corner, an easy stop for a quick breakfast. Just at the junction, there was also a western food shop and fruit stall. I highly recommend this place to stay if you prefer a quieter environment. Our room is very clean but our room was required to share toilets. However, we were pleasantly surprised when we realised how it wasn't a problem at all. In fact, my girl found it very fun and interesting. Once again, highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

ひとみ

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
綺麗でよかったです。壁が薄いので自分たちの声が響いてないかきになりました。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leonard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice clean room in the best part of Kyoto.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mizuki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
駅からも歩いてすぐで近くにコンビニやバス停もあって便利だった。 部屋も綺麗でアメニティも揃っていて快適だった。部屋の鍵や玄関にもオートロックが着いていて安心だった。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

まゆみ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
地下鉄から近くとても便利でした。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

SAKAE

テレビがなかったのが不便でした
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

みき

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
壁とお部屋のドアが薄すぎて修学旅行のよう。オシャレで、最低限のものはそろってるのですが、落ち着けませんでした。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Clean, but very small and uncomfortable futons.

Room did the job of providing a clean bathroom and a roof. The futons were very thin on slabs of wood - NOT COMFORTABLE at all. The room was super expensive for what it was. We had 3 people in a room the size of a walk-in closet. No chairs, hardly any floorspace. There was never a person at the desk that you could talk to and ask questions. I even called the number they had at the desk and no one answered. We were instructed to leave our money for the room in the room when we left which made me very uncomfortable. I felt safer doing that since I booked through hotels.com.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

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

Great Location and Very Clean

Comfortable, very clean, quiet location but close to the hustle and bustle. Next to a subway and bus station, close to nature trails and easy to access Shrines.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

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