[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel Find serenity in a tranquil Japanese garden or take off on two wheels to explore temples & castles just steps away. ![Annex Japanese-style room / Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27030000/27026200/27026117/21004449.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Japanese Style Room | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27030000/27026200/27026117/b1d1ac71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27030000/27026200/27026117/e387b42c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27030000/27026200/27026117/55e31503.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27030000/27026200/27026117/5fdc0dbf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies In the heart of Kyoto, Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel offers a serene retreat. Start your day with continental breakfast, explore the Japanese garden, and enjoy bike rentals to discover nearby Nishihonganji Temple and Nijō Castle. With laundry facilities, in-room WiFi, concierge services, luggage storage and tour assistance at hand. 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Laundry - Housekeeping - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 9 - Oct. 10](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=27026117&PinnedHotelID=27026117&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=27026117&PinnedHotelID=27026117&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 10 - Oct. 11](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=27026117&PinnedHotelID=27026117&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=27026117&PinnedHotelID=27026117&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=27026117&PinnedHotelID=27026117&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=27026117&PinnedHotelID=27026117&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=27026117&PinnedHotelID=27026117&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=27026117&PinnedHotelID=27026117&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ![Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27030000/27026200/27026117/3e8b6781.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Female Dormitory 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer 2 bathrooms Toilet with electronic bidet Shower/tub combination Shared/communal kitchen - City view - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bunk Bed ![Mixed Dormitory](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27030000/27026200/27026117/0f7bef28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Mixed Dormitory ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer 2 bathrooms Toilet with electronic bidet Shower/tub combination Shared/communal kitchen - City view - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bunk Bed ![Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27030000/27026200/27026117/3e8b6781.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Quadruple Room with Bunk Beds ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer 2 bathrooms Toilet with electronic bidet Shower/tub combination Shared/communal kitchen - City view - Sleeps 4 - 2 Twin Bunk Beds ![Japanese Style Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27030000/27026200/27026117/e81d4908.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese Style Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer 2 bathrooms Toilet with electronic bidet Shower/tub combination Shared/communal kitchen - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Futons ![Annex Japanese-style room / Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27030000/27026200/27026117/21004449.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Annex Japanese-style room / Garden view ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer 2 bathrooms Toilet with electronic bidet Shower/tub combination Shared/communal kitchen - 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Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Bike rentals, tour/ticket assistance, and a water dispenser - Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and concierge services Room features All guestrooms at Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. 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Guidebooks - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Garden ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Handrails in stairways - No elevator - Well-lit path to entrance ### More - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Local artist showcase - No plastic coffee stirrers - No plastic drinking straws - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Smoking not allowed - Water dispenser usage encouraged ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - 2 shared bathrooms - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shower/bathtub combination - Slippers - Toilet with electronic bidet - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Restaurant dining guides - Shared kitchen access ### More - Air conditioning - Heating - Laundry detergent - LED lighting - Water-efficient toilets - Window screens ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11:00 AM Front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 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 ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. 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, 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, debit cards, and cash Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property Guests traveling with a service animal must contact the property prior to arrival. Property Registration Number 京都府 京都市指令保保生第H-26-292 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators 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 Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS Hostel Guesthouse COMPASS Hostel Kyoto Compass Hostel Kyoto Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel Kyoto ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking at Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel? > This hostel doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel? > Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel? > Check-out is at 11 AM. ### Where is Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel located? > Located in Shimogyo Ward, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kyoto Railway Museum and Nishihonganji Temple. Nijō Castle and Nishiki Market are also within 3 mi (5 km). Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station is 11 minutes by foot and Tanbaguchi Station is 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 21 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Staff & service ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller May 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Highly recommended! It was a wonderful stay, a nice experience in a Japanese house. Mama and Papa are so kind and generous, very welcoming, and the place is so cosy and charming. I'd happily come back and stay here! 😊🤗 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### mii May 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### mii Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### しかこ Nov 8, 2024 ##### しかこ Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Guillaume Nov 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Un lieu splendide pour rencontrer d’autres voyageurs et se reposer. Ce qui rend ce lieu encore plus mémorable est Papa & Mama qui sont toujours là pour vous avec beaucoup d’attention. Nous y avons passé six jours, la chambre traditionnelle était parfaite. Un lieu qui restera gravé ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ dans notre cœur lors de notre séjour de un mois au Japon ##### Guillaume Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marie Astrid Jul 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Un havre de paix Tout simplement parfait ! ##### Marie Astrid Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### junghyun Nov 10, 2023 ##### junghyun Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bing May 10, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 如果想快速体验日本人的家庭生活，请选择这里。 未成年的侄子从上海来日本留学，住在学校临时安排的宿舍里，这次利用黄金周的时间特意将他带出来，体验一下日本人家的生活。 ##### Bing Stayed 1 night in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hsinyen Feb 4, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort 在這裡度過非常溫馨又溫暖的一晚。旅店的papa和mama都非常貼心的對待我們，感覺真的很像一個家而不是旅店。早上還有mama親手做的早餐，真的太幸福了。 ##### Hsinyen Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Dec 6, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ##### Verified traveller Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### manabu Oct 3, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 一期一会 誰とでも友達になれる場を提供させてくれて初めて会った人達とも楽しい過ごせるゲストハウスでした 友人にも紹介します ##### manabu Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### JINSUNG Aug 27, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 멋진 숙소입니다! 조용한 주택가에 위치하고 있습니다.　교토 역에서는 걸어서 30분 정도 잡으시면 넉넉할 겁니다.　철도 박물관이나 아쿠아리움 쪽으로 가면 금방 도착하실 수 있습니다. 체크 인 할 때부터 묵는 동안 친절히 대해 주셔서 정말 좋았습니다.　일본 전통 가옥 분위기가 물씬 나는 점도 매력적이었고요.　다음에도 망설이지 않고 다시 묵을 겁니다.　추천합니다. ##### JINSUNG Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jun 16, 2019 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeonghyeon May 19, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort 아주머니 엄청 친절하셨고 영어도 잘하십니다. 주변 동네도 조용했고 집도 아늑해서 좋았습니다. ##### Jeonghyeon Stayed 1 night in May 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Damhwi May 17, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort 친절하고, 숙소는 포근하고 정갈하고 깨끗합니다. 교토에 다시오게된다면 여기서 다시묵을거에요! ##### Damhwi Stayed 2 nights in May 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cesareo Jan 17, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Increíble No sólo es la experiencia que supone dormir en un futón, sino la amabilidad y la servicialidad que brindan. Tuvimos un problema médico y gracias a ellos lo solucionamos enseguida. Nos llevaron en coche hasta la estación el. último día... increíble de verdad. Nos hicieron fotos de recuerdo que luego nos mandaron al correo. No os arrepentiréis. ##### Cesareo Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hsing-Hsuan Dec 24, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Very friendly and comfy. Great staff, breakfast, facility. 5min walk from bus station. ##### Hsing-Hsuan Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Dec 22, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort 저는 한국사람입니다! 일단, 사장님 부부 두분이 너무나도 친절해서 감사했습니다. 일본에서 유학했었지만, 제대로 일본 전통가옥에서 생활해본적은 없었습니다. 전체적으로 집이 이쁘고, 분위기가 여기가 일본이라는 생각이 확실히 들었습니다. 또 교토에 간다면 반드시 다시 가고싶어요! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### JUNGMIN Nov 23, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 너무 좋았습니다. 감사합니다. 너무 좋았습니다. 도착하면 여행 루트도 자세히 설명해주시고 쾌활한 마마파파 ㅠㅠ 제가 비행기시간을 잘못 알아서 놓칠뻔했는데 파파가 제 짐을 다 들고 제가 바로 기차에 탈 수 있도록 가져다주셨어요. 너무나도 깨끗한 시설에 묵었고 좋은 친구는 덤으로 얻었지요. 이런 곳 다시 없을듯. 콤파스 때문에 교토 다시 가려구요 ㅠㅠ ##### JUNGMIN Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### yuan, 東京 Nov 21, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ママはとても明るく、親切な方です。 朝食も美味しかったです。 ##### yuan Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### JI YEAN Oct 9, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 훈훈한 공간을 제공해주셔서 좋았습니다 주거지역에 있어 조용하고 좋았습니다. 일본 전통 가옥에 머물 수 있는 경험을 할 수 있어 좋았고, 짧게 머문게 되려 아쉬웠습니다! 공동 공간도 너무 좋았고 전세계 각지 분들이 모이는 호스텔이라 경험과 사람을 만나는데 아주 적합한 호스텔입니다. 친절하고 유쾌한 마마와 파파도 너무 감사했습니다! ##### JI YEAN Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mizuho Aug 27, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### また帰りたくなる旅の宿 今回は夜の集いも含め楽しく過ごさせていただきました。 当方の予定に合わせて　朝食を早めていただけたり、旅先の宿というより親戚の家に行ったようなほっこり具合を感じさせていただけるスタッフの皆さんに今回も感謝です。 ##### Mizuho Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Nohga-Hotel-Kiyomizu-Kyoto.h69673755.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Gran Ms Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-Gran-Ms-Kyoto.h8962891.Hotel-Information) > > [Cross Hotel Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-CROSS-HOTEL-KYOTO.h27026975.Hotel-Information) > > [Dhawa Yura Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Kyoto-Yura-Hotel-MGallery.h34865507.Hotel-Information) > > [The Royal Park Canvas Kyoto Nijo](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-The-Royal-Park-Canvas-Kyoto-Nijo.h59440545.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Kyoto.h1406680.Hotel-Information) > > [The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-The-Ritz-Carlton.h7281376.Hotel-Information) > > [Randor Residential Hotel Kyoto Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Randor-Residential-Hotel-Kyoto-Suites.h42442448.Hotel-Information) > > [Rihga Gran Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-RIHGA-GRAN-KYOTO.h38953457.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel M’s Plus Shijo - Omiya](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-Ms-Plus-Shijo-Omiya.h16621109.Hotel-Information) > > [Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Miyako-Hotel-Kyoto-Hachijo.h26999.Hotel-Information) > > [Suiran, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Suiran.h10345050.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-HOTEL-MUSSE-Kyotoshijokawaramachi-Meitetsu.h52041999.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Hyatt Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Park-Hyatt-Kyoto.h37609460.Hotel-Information) > > [Momijiya Bekkan Kawanoiori](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Momijiya-Bekkan-Kawanoiori.h15431581.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-Resol-Kyoto-Kawaramachi-Sanjo.h21926337.Hotel-Information) > > [Kyoto Granbell Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Kyoto-Granbell-Hotel.h18414583.Hotel-Information) > > [HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-The-Mitsui-Kyoto.h57209082.Hotel-Information) > > [hotel MONday Kyoto Karasuma Nijo](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-MONday-Kyoto-Karasuma-Dori.h39192199.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-Vischio-Kyoto-By-GRANVIA.h30990875.Hotel-Information)  > > [Hotel The M’s Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-The-Ms-Kyoto.h61628354.Hotel-Information) > > [Kyoto Brighton Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Kyoto-Brighton-Hotel.h919.Hotel-Information) > > [nol kyoto sanjo](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Nol-Kyoto-Sanjo.h45003003.Hotel-Information) > > [Ace Hotel Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Ace-Hotel-Kyoto.h45895767.Hotel-Information) > > [SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-SOLARIA-Nishitetsu-Hotel-Kyoto-Premier.h17040479.Hotel-Information) > > [Noku Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Noku-Kyoto.h12714915.Hotel-Information) > > [HOTEL M’s EST KYOTO STATION SOUTH](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-HOTEL-Ms-EST-KYOTO-STATION-SOUTH.h23513455.Hotel-Information) > > [The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-The-Royal-Park-Hotel-Kyoto-Sanjo.h4538458.Hotel-Information) > > [Sakura Terrace The Gallery](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Sakura-Terrace-The-Gallery.h9795712.Hotel-Information) > > [Miru Kyoto Nishiki](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Miru-Kyoto-Nishiki.h24201327.Hotel-Information)