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Suzuki Guesthouse

A well-kept guesthouse in Kyoto's Kamigyo Ward, known for its caring hosts, spotless rooms, and easy access to buses and local sights.

  • Spotless, beautifully decorated rooms
  • Caring, knowledgeable staff
  • Great location near buses and attractions
9.3 Perfect 636 reviews Booking.com 9.3 · 636 reviews

About

Suzuki Guesthouse

Suzuki Guesthouse sits in the Kamigyo Ward of Kyoto, a short walk from local bus stops and within easy reach of sights like the Kodokan and the Miyakomesse Convention Center. The guesthouse is set in a quiet leisure area, with Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine about 7 km away and Jittoku Live Music Venue roughly 700 metres from the door.

The property offers free Wi-Fi throughout, a shared kitchen, and common areas where guests can relax. Rooms are decorated with care, and the dormitory provides individual sockets and lamps. The guesthouse also provides amenities such as air conditioning, heating, and laundry facilities, ensuring a comfortable stay.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • High guest ratings — With a 9.3 rating from 636 reviews, guests consistently rate this guesthouse well above the 8.7 average for the Kyoto area.
  • Caring and knowledgeable staff — Reviews frequently mention the friendly and helpful staff, including the owners, who are welcoming and knowledgeable about the area and culture.
  • Spotless and well-decorated rooms — Guests often praise the cleanliness and tasteful decoration of the rooms, with many calling the guesthouse spotless.
  • Great location for exploring — Situated in Kamigyo Ward, the guesthouse is close to bus stops, a public bath, a supermarket, and within walking distance of places like Kodokan and the Miyakomesse Convention Center.

Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Limited check-in window — Check-in is only from 16:00 to 21:00, which may be inconvenient for those arriving late or with early flights.
  • No pets allowed — The guesthouse does not permit pets, so you'll need to make other arrangements if traveling with an animal.
  • Shared bathroom and dormitory room type — The only room type available is a mixed dormitory, which means guests share facilities and may not suit those seeking private accommodations.
  • Smoke-free property — Smoking is not allowed anywhere on site, which may be a drawback for smokers who prefer a designated smoking area.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

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

Dormitory Room Mixed

  • 1 Bed in shared room

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

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

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Safe deposit box
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Video games
  • Board games
  • Game room
  • Leisure/ TV room

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Ironing facilities

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

9.3
Perfect 636 reviews

Guest-rated 9.3/10 from 636 reviews

Booking.com · 9.3 · 636 reviews
9.3Verified guest

“A really lovely four-night stay. The staff were caring, the guesthouse and room were spotless and beautifully decorated. The shared kitchen, great mattresses, and fridge were appreciated. Great location for the nearby castle and palace, and plenty of good restaurants.”

9.3Verified guest

“The location in Kamigyo Ward made exploring easy. There was lots to see and do in the area, definitely worth checking out.”

9.3Verified guest

“The setting was exceptionally nice, close to the many buses and other tourist attractions around the guesthouse.”

9.3Verified guest

“The location was great, at just the right distance from Kodokan—not too far, not too close.”

9.3Verified guest

“Friendly and knowledgeable staff, including the owner. A great location right in the heart of everything, and the Miyakomesse Convention Center is just 2 miles away.”

9.3Verified guest

“The accommodation was very clean, the room had all necessary amenities, and it was conveniently close to a bus stop and a public bath.”

04 — Location

Getting around Kyoto

The property sits in Kyoto.

Getting around: The guesthouse is near many bus stops, making it easy to explore Kyoto. The Jittoku Live Music Venue is about 700 metres away, and the Miyakomesse Convention Center is 2 miles from the property.

Local sights: Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine is about 7 km away, and Kodokan is within walking distance—guests mention it's a 10-15 minute stroll. A public bath and a supermarket are also close by.

Kamigyo-Ku Syuzei Cho 986, Kyoto, Kyoto, 602-8155, 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 16:00-21:00
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
12 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

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

Check-in is from 16:00 to 21:00, and check-out is by 10:00.

Does Suzuki Guesthouse allow pets?

No, pets are not allowed at the guesthouse.

Is there a shared kitchen and common area?

Yes, the guesthouse has a shared kitchen with cookware, an electric kettle, and a dining table. There are also common areas, including a living room with a TV and games.

What amenities are provided in the dormitory?

Each bed has an individual socket and a lamp. The guesthouse provides towels, free toiletries, and access to a washing machine and ironing facilities.

Is smoking allowed on the property?

No, smoking is not allowed on site.

Is there Wi-Fi available?

Yes, Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

The bottom line

Suzuki Guesthouse offers a clean, well-located stay in Kyoto's Kamigyo Ward, with caring staff and good value. It's a solid pick for budget travellers and backpackers who don't mind shared facilities and can work with the check-in window.

9.3Best for budget-conscious travellers wanting a friendly, spotless base in Kyoto.

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