Title: Sumihotaru Oboro - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Sumihotaru Oboro Vacation home with kitchenette, near Kyoto Tower ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37210000/37209500/37209492/dabbdebb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Private Vacation Home | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37210000/37209500/37209492/41f252ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private Vacation Home](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37210000/37209500/37209492/8ba20da3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private Vacation Home | In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37210000/37209500/37209492/9f3dfc34.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private Vacation Home | Courtyard view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37210000/37209500/37209492/5a8f1334.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Kyoto Tower, Sumihotaru Oboro provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5947 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Sumihotaru Oboro Vacation home with kitchenette, near Kyoto Tower Laundry facilities, express check-out, and a garden are available at this vacation home. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include multilingual staff assistance. The vacation home boasts a deep soaking tub and offers free WiFi and a kitchenette. Guests can appreciate conveniences like a washer/dryer and a dining area, and other amenities include a refrigerator and a flat-screen TV. Guest accommodations at this vacation home offer washers/dryers and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Kitchenettes offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with slippers, bidets, and toilets with an electronic bidet. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - No onsite parking available ### Family friendly - Children stay free (see details) ### Kitchenette - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Freezer - Microwave - Refrigerator - Rice cooker - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Deep soaking bathtub or rainfall showerhead - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fusuma (room partition) - Separate dining area - Tatami (woven mat) flooring ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry detergent - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Climate control - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Free bottled water - Iron/ironing board - Luggage storage - Multilingual staff - Safe ### Location highlights - Near a train station ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - No plastic coffee stirrers - No plastic drinking straws - No plastic soft drink bottles - Recycling - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76500000/76497900/76497805/5129ee06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### THE BLOSSOM KYOTO Shimogyo Ward - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning - Gym 9.6 Exceptional 2,356 reviews CA $292 CA $321 total Nov 6 - 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Fees may include applicable taxes: - A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 200-10,000 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 have included 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 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, debit cards, and cash Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property ### 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 ## About the area Located in Shimogyo Ward, a neighborhood in Kyoto, this vacation home is near a train station. Kyoto Tower and Nijō Castle are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and Lake Biwa. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Nishikyogoku Athletic Stadium or Kyoto Racecourse. [Visit our Kyoto travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto.dx6131486) [View more Vacation homes in Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6131486-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.99396%2C135.74725&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=57FtBwwhEFC3E4vWzVdIdxQgrZQ=) 176-1 Urakata, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8822 ### What's nearby - Shijo Street - 13 min walk - 1.2 km - Kyoto Tower - 3 min drive - 1.6 km - Kawaramachi Street - 3 min drive - 2.3 km - Nishiki Market - 3 min drive - 2.3 km - Nijō Castle - 3 min drive - 2.4 km ### Getting around - Tanbaguchi Station - 7 min walk - Shijo-omiya Station - 15 min walk - Itami Airport (ITM) - 54 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪京料理 たん熊北店 - ‬10 min walk - ‪ラーメン横綱 五条店 - ‬5 min walk - ‪がんこ 西本願寺別邸 - ‬8 min walk - ‪魚河岸宮武 - ‬6 min walk - ‪京都東急ホテルプレミアムラウンジ - ‬9 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sumihotaru Oboro pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Sumihotaru Oboro? > This property doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at Sumihotaru Oboro? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Sumihotaru Oboro? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Sumihotaru Oboro located? > Located in Shimogyo Ward, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Umekoji Park, Shijo Street, and Kyoto Tower. Kawaramachi Street and Nijō Castle are also within 2 mi (3 km). Tanbaguchi Station is 7 minutes by foot and Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station is 12 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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