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Hostel Ginkakuji

1.0 star property
Hostel in Kyoto, near Kawaramachi Street

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Reviews
8.2

Very good

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Jodoji 58-2, Nishida-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 606-8417
  • Popular LocationKyoto University16 min walk
  • Popular LocationHeian Shrine3 min drive
  • Popular LocationKiyomizu Temple6 min drive
  • AirportOsaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.)102 min drive

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16/10 Good

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Room options

Private Room - 2 Bunk beds with shared bathroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2016
Private bathroom
  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Tatami Family Room-15㎡-shared bathroom

Tatami Family Room-15㎡-shared bathroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2016
Bidet
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

9/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2016
Bidet
  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

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Tatami Triple Room-10㎡-shared bathroom | In-room dining

Tatami Triple Room-10㎡-shared bathroom

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2016
Bidet
  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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About the area

Kyoto

Located on a river, Hostel Ginkakuji is in Sakyo Ward, a neighborhood in Kyoto. Gion Corner and Mount Hiei are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Nishiki Market and Nanzen-ji Temple. Kyoto Municipal Zoo and Funaoka Thermal Bath are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • Kyoto University - 16 min walk
  • Heian Shrine - 3 min drive
  • Nanzen-ji Temple - 3 min drive
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 4 min drive
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Chayama Station - 3 min drive
  • Keage Station - 3 min drive
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • Drip & Drop Coffee Supply Ginkakuji - 2 min walk
  • レストラン NOANOA - 4 min walk
  • 京 カレーうどん お多やん - 2 min walk
  • 戸隠流そば打ち処實徳 - 3 min walk
  • 徳利苑 - 2 min walk

About this property

Hostel Ginkakuji

Hostel rejuvenated in 2016 and located near Kawaramachi Street
Close to Kyoto University and Heian Shrine, Hostel Ginkakuji provides a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Bike rentals, self parking (surcharge), and express check-in
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free premises, and multilingual staff
  • A front-desk safe and a TV in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at Hostel Ginkakuji boast thoughtful touches such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Shared bathrooms with showers and bidets
  • Separate sitting areas, separate dining areas, and communal kitchens

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (JPY 900 per day)

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Terrace

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Renovated entire property - January 2016
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Living room
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in fee for check-in between 9 PM and midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Fees

You'll 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 200-1,000 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: JPY 900 per day
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 9 PM and midnight
  • Towels available for a fee (or guests may bring their own)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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 cash

We should mention

The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file

Property is also known as

Hostel Ginkakuji Kyoto
Ginkakuji Kyoto
Hostel Ginkakuji Kyoto
Hostel Ginkakuji Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Hostel Ginkakuji Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Is Hostel Ginkakuji pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hostel Ginkakuji?

Self parking is available for JPY 900 per day.

What time is check-in at Hostel Ginkakuji?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available from 9 PM–midnight for a fee.

What time is check-out at Hostel Ginkakuji?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Hostel Ginkakuji located?

Located in Sakyo Ward, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Philosopher's Path, Kyoto University, and Nanzen-ji Temple. Kawaramachi Street and Nishiki Market are also within 3 mi (5 km). Mototanaka Station is 20 minutes by foot and Chayama Station is 21 minutes.

Hostel Ginkakuji Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Staff behavior was excellent. Kitchen was stinking. Bathroom shared. Not good.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Martin, UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Bit far out but buses were ok.
In and out buses to get to the temples and Gion festival but ok for a hostel and friendly enough. Self check-in was a bit weird.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

CW, Malaysia

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Location far away from Kyoto Station but if you use one day bus pass then no probelem.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Small place, bad location, too many rules
The place is really small with thin walls/floors. The guests next door have kids running around till mid night so we couldn't sleep. Location is not good. The only interesting things nearby are the Ginkakuji castle and the Philosopher's path. Everything else is located at least 4 km away or 30 mins away by bus. (They have rental bikes and free wifi) There are rules sticking everywhere in the house. Which makes you feel unwelcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

akiyo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
京都で海外ステイ満喫
海外の方々が多く、多国籍でアットホームな雰囲気でした。価格も手頃だし、リビングでくつろげば海外ステイの気分が味わえますよ。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
銀閣寺に近く、バス停、食事処、スーパーも近くにあり大変よかったです。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

hiromi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
一人旅
お世話になりました。
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019