Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo

Property class: 3

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Room
A modern hallway with a geometric patterned floor, a wooden slatted wall, and a door with a sign indicating a 9F destination.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a potted plant, and a window.
A minimalist Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a small table with tea set, a refrigerator, and a potted plant.
A room with tatami flooring, a round table with books and a plant, a bed with white bedding, and a window with sheer curtains.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
The current price is NZ$122
13 Dec - 14 Dec

Explore the area

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Honryusuicho 768, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8462
  • Place, Shijo Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Nishiki Market
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Pontocho Alley
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

Refined Designer Twin/Triple (Non-smoking)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

Signature Suite (Non-smoking)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Beds

Signature Family Suite (Non-smoking)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Beds

Essential Twin (Non-smoking)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Essential tatami Room up to 3 futon beds (Non-smoking)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons

Essential tatami Large Room up to 4 futon beds (Non-smoking)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

Signature Double Room (Non-smoking)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Essential Japanese Twin/Triple (Non-smoking)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Futon

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About the area

Kyoto

At Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Shijo Street and within 15 minutes of Nishiki Market. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, multilingual staff and luggage storage. Added amenities include laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Shimogyo Ward hotel include Nijō Castle and Kawaramachi Street.

What's nearby

  • Shijo Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Nishiki Market - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Kawaramachi Street - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Pontocho Alley - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Shijo Station - 5 min walk
  • Gojo Station - 11 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kimono Tea House Maikoya - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Goodman Roaster - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪京都いとおかし - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Terminal Kyoto - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪亮昌 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo

Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo offers its guests a vending machine, multilingual staff, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo also features a lift and a microwave in a common area.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Kyoto hotel.

  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo offers 38 accommodations with a safe and complimentary slippers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas and includes desks. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

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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

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: JPY 3000

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Guests are recommended to download the property's Kabin - Explore, IRL mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child aged 3 years old or younger stays free per registered adult when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: JPY 3000 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 京都府指令保医セ第425

We should mention

  • One child aged 3 years old or younger stays free per registered adult in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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

Wayfarer Kyoto Shijo Kyoto
Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo Hotel
Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo Kyoto
Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo Hotel Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo?

Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo?

As of 12 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo on 13 Dec 2026 start from NZ$122, 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 Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo?

No, Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo?

No, pets are not allowed.

Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 184 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 184 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 184 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 184 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 184 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. We had the Tatami room.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, clean, comfortable beds, very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to the locations that we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would visit again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was perfect as we prefer to be away from main tourist hub but it was an easy walk to bus station. rental bikes and scooters outside. Laundry convenient. We had a family of four and booked the family room, 9th floor. Plenty of room. Simple but clean and comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean hotel and in the center of Kyoto!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s okay to stay here for short time,but I don’t like to pay extra city’s taxes.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The property is a bit walk from the subway, there are few shops in a walkable distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Simple, efficient, great location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Newly renovated, clean and roomy, great for a family or a few close friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value for the price.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean and spacious. We love that the bus stop is right outside of the hotel. The staff spoke English and are very friendly. I would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Alex is warm, wonderful,professional ,willing to help, always smile.. Location is great Room is clean, spotless
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, modern, luminous and spacious!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for a family of 5 - large room, convenient location, super helpful and friendly staff. Bag forwarding company next door. Perfect stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. close to subways, restaurants, and big shopping mall.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, clean, good services
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an authentic Japanese Tatami style o sleeping and is priced affordably!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Very clean and large room compared to small rooms generally in Japan. Clean and next to train station.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and helpful. Offered great suggestions for night activities.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Japanese traditional style room is gorgeous. Roomy and comfortable. Quite a walk to subway station and food. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025