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金閣京都 - Kyoto

A straightforward guesthouse in Kyoto’s Yamashina ward, offering simple rooms with air conditioning, some with garden or mountain views.

  • Free Wi-Fi throughout
  • Air conditioning and heating in every room
  • Shared kitchen and terrace on site
6.6 Pleasant 792 reviews Booking.com 6.6 · 792 reviews

About

金閣京都 - Kyoto

金閣京都 - Kyoto (also known as 金閣 荘 Hotel Kyoto) sits in the Yamashina district, about 4 km from Kodai-ji Buddhist Temple. The property keeps things simple: a terrace, a shared lounge, and a garden are the main communal spaces, and there’s a shared kitchen for guests who prefer to self-cater.

Rooms range from compact doubles to a one-bedroom villa and a Japanese-style quadruple. Every room comes with air conditioning and heating, and some offer garden or mountain views. The on-site facilities include free Wi-Fi, free toiletries, and a leisure/TV room, but note there’s no smoking and pets aren’t permitted.

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

3 reasons to book
  • Effective climate control — Guests appreciated being able to adjust the room temperature to their liking, and the air conditioning was noted as a plus.
  • Simple, functional accommodation — Rooms are described as having the basic facilities needed, and a one-night stay met expectations, comparing well to a standard three-star hotel.
  • Private entrance option — At least one guest highlighted the private entrance to their room, which adds a degree of independence.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Modest overall rating — With a guest rating of 6.6 out of 10 from 792 reviews, expectations should be set for a budget-conscious stay rather than a premium one.
  • Area average is higher — The surrounding Kyoto area averages a rating of 8.7, suggesting other properties may offer more in terms of comfort or service.
  • Limited on-site dining — There is no restaurant listed; guests rely on the shared kitchen or external options.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Deluxe Double Room Balcony

  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Luxury Triple Room

  • 1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Double Room Mountain View

  • 1 Double bed
  • Mountain view
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Double Room Garden View

  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Deluxe Junior Suite

  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Japanese-Style Quadruple Room

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Japanese-Style Room

  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Deluxe Suite Spa Bath

  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Deluxe Double Room Balcony

  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • No smoking on site
  • No pets allowed

Common areas

  • Terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Shared kitchen

Safety

  • Security
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Room amenities

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

6.6
Pleasant 792 reviews

Guest-rated 6.6/10 from 792 reviews

Booking.com · 6.6 · 792 reviews
6.6Verified guest

“The double room had everything basic we needed.”

6.6Verified guest

“Spent three nights here and really enjoyed it—loved the place.”

6.6Verified guest

“My suite was fully air-conditioned.”

6.6Verified guest

“I could set the temperature to my liking and had a private entrance, which was a nice touch.”

6.6Verified guest

“One night stay and it met our expectations—felt like a solid three-star spot.”

04 — Location

Getting around Kyoto

The property sits in Kyoto.

Getting around: The property is in the Yamashina ward, approximately 4 km from Kodai-ji Buddhist Temple. Public transport options are typical for Kyoto, but no specific stations are listed in the input.

山科區 御陵黒岩21-12, Kyoto, Kyoto, 607-8402, Japan

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 16:00-23:00
Check-out
By 10:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
13 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 16:00 to 23:00, and check-out is by 10:00.

Are pets allowed at the property?

No, pets are not allowed on site.

Is smoking permitted?

No, smoking is not allowed anywhere on the property.

Does the hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

Yes, free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

What room types are available?

Room options include a Deluxe Double Room with Balcony, One-Bedroom Villa, Luxury Triple Room, Double Rooms with Mountain or Garden View, Deluxe Junior Suite, Japanese-Style Quadruple Room, Japanese-Style Room, and Deluxe Suite with Spa Bath.

The bottom line

A serviceable, no-extras guesthouse in Kyoto’s Yamashina area. Fine for travellers who want a basic, air-conditioned room and don’t plan to spend much time on site.

6.6Best for budget stays where location and simplicity matter more than amenities.

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