Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 36 reviews.
Debra
Australia · Family · November 2025
“Fantastic house and host”
+Fantastic experience during our stay with Yoko in her guest house. She is a lovely and gracious host, helping us navigate the transport and food options in the area! The bedroom was spacious with comfortable beds, accompanied by a modern onsen style bathroom. This was a great addition to rest after long days of walking. Highly recommend to those looking to stay in a slightly calmer part of Kyoto, but still with easy access to anything you may need. Loved our time with Yoko!
−Loved everything
Orhancan
Türkiye · Solo · October 2025
+Great owner.Great place.Great location. 7-8 mins walk to Nijo Station.Everything is great so far.
Aina
Spain · Couple · April 2025
“Fantastic”
+We really liked the Japanese style room, every detail was taken care of, very clean and cozy. The hostess, Yoko, was super helpful and kind to us. She helped us with everything we needed. Delicious breakfasts. Close to bus stops to get around the city. We would definitely stay again.
Julien
France · Couple · December 2024
“Very cozy and convenient”
+We stayed in a cozy lovely room , it really felt like being at home. Yoko has been very helpful and welcoming, and has a lot of good advices for visiting Kyoto and cities around. The localization in Kyoto was convenient, with frequent buses to reach the main station and sightseeing sites. Thank you!
−No complain at all.
Adam
Finland · Couple · December 2024
“Great stay in a traditional home with an excellent host”
+Super nice host, Yoko is extremely helpful and nice. The room is comfortable and clean, the area is quiet and it's easy to get around the city by public transport from Yoko's guesthouse. The house has a very nice traditional Japanese vibe, great for guests who want to experience the traditional way of living.
−All sightseeing areas are about 20-40min by bus, would have been nice to travel less. However, this also meant a quiet neighborhood, good sleep, and getting a peek of how locals live. Altogether, we didn't mind at all.
Rahul
India · Couple · November 2024
“Amazing all-round experience”
+Everything! Yoko-san was a great host. No complaints at all. Will come again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for an excellent homestay.
Rob
Australia · Couple · October 2024
“Unbelievable host in a good location.”
+This was an absolutely lovely stay near Nijo Castle. The host, Yoko, was wonderful and made sure our stay was exceptional. The rooms were spacious and clean. Would rebook with Yoko if we ever venture back to Kyoto.
Michele
Italy · Couple · October 2024
“a wonderful stay”
+Wonderful! From the beginning to the last moment. Yoko is extremely kind, the Japanese traditional house is wonderful and the breakfast is excellent. The place is silent and very near to the bus station. What can I say more? Thank you so much Yoko! Hoping to go back to your house!
−nothing
Guadalupe
Ireland · Couple · August 2024
“Exceptional”
+Yoko is a wonderful host. She is a caring and loving person. The place is so comfortable. It is 20 minutes by bus from kyoto station. However, it is well connected to every turistic place. If you have the JR pass and want to travel by train from there , there is a train station a 15-minute walk from there, so there is no need to take the bus. Yoko suggested us awesome places to go, and we couldn't be more grateful as those places were absolutely amazing. She also looks after you they entire time. She will remain in our hearts 💕
Cannan
United States · Group of friends · July 2024
“Everything was great. Very comfortable, clean, and homey. Yoko, (the owner) is an angel.”