About this property
A 15-minute walk from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Yasaka Shrine, Guest House Gojo offers simple and cosy Japanese-style dormitory accommodation with free Wi-fi, futon beds and shared bathrooms. It is housed in a 100-year-old traditional building. Each air-conditioned dormitory room has a tatami (woven-straw) floor and sliding paper screens. Toilets are shared, and rooms can have up to 6 guests. Towels are available at a surcharge. The hotel is 400 metres from Keihan Kiyomizu-Gojo Train Station and a 10-minute taxi ride from JR Kyoto Train Station. Sanjusangen-do Temple is a 15-minute walk. Guests can enjoy light meals and drinks at the cafe on the ground floor. There is no curfew.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Laundry
- Heating
- Bar
Guest reviews
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France“If you are looking to a traditionnal place, come sleep here. There is like a chill vibe there so Everyone is friendly, the staff is super kind, the breakfast is super Nice, I try the best ginger ale there Best place to stay in Kyoto” - Brendan
Malaysia“Great traditional house with futon style bed for the dorms! There is enough toilets and bath for everyone. The staff are great and speaks excellent English as well. Lockers provided.” - Taj
Australia“It felt SO FRIGGIN COZY like the cafe downstairs with the music such an amazing vibe. The rest of the house old but gold so fun to like just get up to regular stuff, washing, dinner. The staff were amazing, I didn’t exactly get to say bye because...” - De
Belgium“Probably one of the most cosy and stylish stays so far” - Luis
Brazil“The location is good. Not too far from old kyoto. The house is old and interesting. The lobby area is pleasant.” - Kaveh
Sweden“Lovely staff, Great location, Cosy traditional rooms, Cute café” - Michael
United Kingdom“The staff. All absolutely amazing. Not only efficient at whatever they were doing, from reception, to providing food and coffee, coffee is very important, but a pleasure to listen to and talk to. Was not expecting a futo to be one of my great...” 
Miguel
Spain“The service and management. So human and nice. They upgraded me to a private room couple of days because one guy was snoring a lot in the common room. The guest house is so cozy, traditional, clean and safe. You have lockers and stable and fast...”- Mythili
India“Heritage property, so it comes with those issues. But, they've done everything possible to make the place cosy and comfy. English-speaking staff that are always willing to help out. Very relaxed vibe” - Georgijs
Latvia“Very friendly stuff, excellent location. Nice bar with beer and sake. If you want you can have a breakfast. It's a great experience to live in a such authentic place. It's like Ninja Palace. English speaking stuff could assist me in multiple...”
Property surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children older than 5 years are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
The full amount of the reservation must be paid at check-in.
Please inform Gojo Guest House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
An accommodation tax per person per night is not included in the price and needs to be paid at the property.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.
