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Check-in is at 16:00 and check-out is by 11:00.
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Guesthouse Kyoto Compass – A Favorite for Families in Kyoto
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About the Hotel
Shimogyo-Ku, Nishi Shichijo, Ichibe 115,
Kyoto,
Japan,
600-8894,
Kyoto
- Close to Kyoto Railway Museum
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Loved by Guesthouse Kyoto Compass guests
"The private room is so lovely - it has its own private Japanese garden."
"This charming traditional Japanese house has everything to make you feel comfortable."
"Property is closer to everything, bus stations , easy to access."
Rooms & Accommodation
Guesthouse Kyoto Compass offers Japanese-style private rooms and dormitories with tatami floors and futon beds. All rooms include free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, electric blankets, and access to shared bathrooms with complimentary toiletries. Dormitory bunks feature reading lights and privacy curtains. Some rooms have garden views and direct access to a shared living area until 11 PM.
Dining & Shared Kitchen
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM. Guests can prepare meals in the shared communal kitchen, which includes a microwave and basic cooking facilities.
Leisure & Guest Facilities
The guesthouse features a shared living area, a garden, and offers bicycle rentals for exploring Kyoto. Luggage storage and laundry facilities are available in the common area.
Location & Transportation
Located in Kyoto, the guesthouse is a 7-minute walk from Nishihonganji Temple, within a 15-minute drive of Nijo Castle and Toji Temple, and 4.5 km from Kyoto Imperial Palace. Osaka Itami Airport is 50 km away.
Services & Policies
Services include free Wi-Fi throughout the property, a public computer, luggage storage, and bike hire. Children under 3 stay free using existing bedding; children under 6 cannot stay in dormitories. A Kyoto City Accommodation Tax of ¥200 per person per night is collected upon arrival.
“Guesthouse Kyoto Compass offers an authentic Kyoto experience, largely thanks to the warm hospitality of the owners who readily share their local knowledge, even marking recommendations on maps. The century-old house creates a unique atmosphere, and the personal touch, like Mama-san doing laundry, truly makes solo travelers feel at home. It's a place where genuine connections and a sense of community flourish.”
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Choose from a variety of room types
Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included
Quadruple Room Bunk Beds
2 persons
165 sq. feet
2 Bunk beds
Heating
Air conditioning
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Bunk Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
2 persons
45 sq. feet
1 Bunk bed
Heating
Air conditioning
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Bunk Bed Female Dormitory Room
2 persons
45 sq. feet
1 Bunk bed
Heating
Air conditioning
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Quadruple Room
2 persons
175 sq. feet
2 Bunk beds
Heating
Air conditioning
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Facilities
Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Concierge desk
- No pets allowed
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Guest Parking
- Shared kitchen
Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Shared kitchen
Bedroom
- Electric blankets
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Guesthouse Kyoto Compass Location
Shimogyo-Ku, Nishi Shichijo, Ichibe 115,
Kyoto,
Japan,
600-8894,
Kyoto
Map view
Shimogyo-Ku, Nishi Shichijo, Ichibe 115,
Kyoto,
Japan,
600-8894,
Kyoto
City landmarks
Castle
Nijo Castle
1.8
mi
Landmark
Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
2.7
mi
Pagoda
Nishi-Hongan-ji
1.0
mi
Aquarium
Kyoto Aquarium
1.0
mi
Tower
Kyoto Tower
1.4
mi
Pagoda
Kinkaku-ji
3.4
mi
Landmark
Nishiki Market Shopping District
1.8
mi
Pagoda
To-ji
1.5
mi
Pagoda
Sanjusangendo Temple
2.1
mi
Landmark
Higashi Hongan-ji Temple
1.3
mi
Shopping Area
Aeon Mall Kyoto Gojo
5100 ft
Museum
Sumiya Motenashi Cultural and Art Museum
2500 ft
Landmark
Shimabara West Gate Monument
2500 ft
Landmark
Mibudera
1.2
mi
Pagoda
Higashi-Hongan-ji
1.3
mi
Landmark
Former Site of Higashi Korokan
2400 ft
Landmark
Rokusonno Shrine
3800 ft
Landmark
Oicho Tree
2500 ft
Landmark
Shimabara Wachigaiya
3000 ft
Museum
Kyoto International Manga Museum
2.0
mi
Landmark
Shimabara Omon
3100 ft
Museum
Kyoto National Museum
2.1
mi
Landmark
Nyakuichi Shrine
2400 ft
Landmark
Shimabara Sumiyoshi Shrine
2500 ft
Park
Umekoji Park
3300 ft
Mall
Aeon Mall Kyoto
1.5
mi
Landmark
Rajomon Ato
4600 ft
Museum
Ryukoku Museum
1.0
mi
Nearby
Kankijicho
Kyoto Railway Museum
1600 ft
80 Suzakubunkicho
Kyoto Central Wholesale Markets 1
1600 ft
Restaurants
Ajihei
500 ft
Shichijo Omae-Agaru
Yakiniku Gyuhide
500 ft
12-19 Nakanocho Nishi Shichijo Shimogyo-Ku
Okonomiyaki Ajihei
700 ft
Shichijo Omae-Agaru
Kitao, Tambaguchi Honten
900 ft
47 Nishi 7-jo Minaminakanocho
Kabushikigaisha Hashimoto Sake
900 ft
48 Nishi Shichijo Minami Nakanocho
Chanko Yokozuna
1000 ft
12 Nishi Shichijo Kita Nishinocho
Yasumura
1100 ft
48-2 Nishi Shichijo Higashi Ishigatsubocho Shimogyo-Ku
Beto Kitchen
1200 ft
78-1 Nishi Shichijo Minami Kinutacho
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 16:00-21:00
Check-out
from 07:00-11:00
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Guesthouse Kyoto Compass provides visitors with a free full breakfast.
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
6
Family-focused reviews and ratings
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Pros
Traditional house
Warm hosts
Clean rooms
Good breakfast
Cons
Distant attractions
Noisy environment
Cat interaction
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FAQs
About Guesthouse Kyoto Compass
How far is Guesthouse Kyoto Compass from the nearest airport?
Guesthouse Kyoto Compass is 50 km from Osaka Itami Airport.
What dining options are available nearby Guesthouse Kyoto Compass?
Nearby restaurants include Ukai (0.5 km), Chanko Yokozuna (0.5 km), and Muten Kurazushi Nishioji Shichijo (0.5 km).
What are the facilities and amenities available at Guesthouse Kyoto Compass?
The hotel offers free Wi-Fi, a shared kitchen, luggage storage, and laundry facilities.
Does Guesthouse Kyoto Compass have any special features for room amenities?
Rooms feature air conditioning, shared bathrooms, and garden views in some units.
Is breakfast provided at Guesthouse Kyoto Compass?
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM.
How close is Guesthouse Kyoto Compass to popular attractions?
The guesthouse is located 5 km from the Imperial Palace and 2 km from Nijo Castle.
Does Guesthouse Kyoto Compass offer bicycle rental services?
Bicycle rental services are available for guests.
What privacy features are included in the bunk beds at Guesthouse Kyoto Compass?
Each bunk has a reading light, a curtain for privacy, and blankets available upon request.
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