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Higurashi-Sou

2.5 star property
Guesthouse in Kyoto, near Nijō Castle

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Property grounds
Interior
Traditional Twin Room
Dining
Traditional Twin Room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$165
15 Dec - 16 Dec

Explore the area

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1211 Shuzei-cho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 602-8155
  • Place, Nijō Castle
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Kyoto Imperial Palace
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Nishiki Market
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)

Room options

View all photos for 2F Premium Twin Room, Non Smoking (Restrooms are only on the 1st floor)

Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi

2F Premium Twin Room, Non Smoking (Restrooms are only on the 1st floor)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Blackout curtains
Fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

View all photos for 2F Western-Style Triple room, Non Smoking (Restrooms are only on the 1st floor)

2F Western-Style Triple room, Non Smoking (Restrooms are only on the 1st floor)

2F Western-Style Triple room, Non Smoking (Restrooms are only on the 1st floor)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Blackout curtains
Fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Traditional Twin Room

Traditional Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Blackout curtains
Fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

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Traditional Single Room

Traditional Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Blackout curtains
Fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Futon

View all photos for 2F Comfort Single Room, Non smoking (Restrooms are only on the 1st floor)

2F Comfort Single Room, Non smoking (Restrooms are only on the 1st floor)

2F Comfort Single Room, Non smoking (Restrooms are only on the 1st floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Blackout curtains
Fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Futon

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About the area

Kyoto

At Higurashi-Sou you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Nijō Castle and Mikane Shrine. Highlights at this guest house include free in-room WiFi. .This guest house has free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Other amenities include free use of bicycles, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this Central Kyoto guest house include Shijo Street and Kyoto Imperial Palace.
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What's nearby

  • Nijō Castle - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Shijo Street - 6 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Kinkaku-ji Temple - 7 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Nishiki Market - 7 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Nijo Station - 12 min walk
  • Nijojo-mae Station - 12 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪モスバーガー - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪めん馬鹿一代 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪珈ノ介コーヒ - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪New Delhi - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪curry & bar 240 - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Higurashi-Sou

Guesthouse in Kyoto, near Nijō Castle
As a guest of Higurashi-Sou, you'll find a terrace, a garden, and a communal living room. WiFi is free in public spaces. Higurashi-Sou also features a microwave in a common area, a fridge in a common area, and a water dispenser.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Kyoto guest house.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
Higurashi-Sou offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary slippers and a hairdryer. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include fans and blackout curtains.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Genkan (entryway)
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • 2 shared bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • LED lighting

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 18 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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.

We've listed 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 and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.

Property is also known as

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Higurashi-Sou Guesthouse
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Higurashi-Sou Guesthouse Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Higurashi-Sou?

Higurashi-Sou offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Higurashi-Sou?

As of 14 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Higurashi-Sou on 15 Dec 2025 start from NZ$165.47, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Higurashi-Sou?

No, Higurashi-Sou does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Higurashi-Sou?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Higurashi-Sou?

No, pets are not allowed.