Nothing.

We just loved the Guest House and our traditional room with its internal Japanese garden outlook. Such a haven and very comfortable - I always seem to sleep best on a Tatami mat floor with a futon. The food and beverage suggestions and advice from the staff were excellent. The staff have great English and are always there to help. You must go to MEMEME COFFEE HOUSE (fabulous coffee and french toast) and スタンドTomi - https://maps.app.goo.gl/bw7sub2dJF5ZZ8mn9 the most amazing food in a tiny corner bar. The couple who run it are beautiful and so helpful. Our best meal in Japan and a wonderful introduction to the beauty and complexity of Sake. Amazingly affordable. 7Eleven, Family Store and Lawsons - all near by.

Stayed in June 2025

The house is authentic, and atmospheric. You really don't hear other guests. The service is wonderful, everybody is very helpful. You can leave your luggage for the day. Free coffee and tea offered. Laundry service is available for a fee. It's well connected. The canal nearby, close to the Kyocera museum of art and Rohm theater, is a wonderful walk, and it takes you all the way to the temples in Gion. Quiet neighborhood and cheaper food than in Gion.

Stayed in June 2025

That i only stayed 1 night

The staff (yuki) was extremely friendly and helpful. Close to the river and some amazing sights

Stayed in June 2025

Very cute building. We really enjoyed our stay.

Stayed in May 2025

Had a wonderful experience of Japanese traditional bed tatami, made ourselves spread out the sheets , pillows and blankets .

100 years old but well maintained. It was fun and cozy small guest house.

Stayed in April 2025

Character home, friendly helpful staff, comfortable rooms

Stayed in March 2025

The place is exactly like in the picture. Very traditional and vintage. But they have best service. The staff very nice and helpfull. We have an unforgettable one night stay at this guest house and it feels like home 😊

Stayed in March 2025

Every

Stayed in March 2025

Great location, value for money and friendly staff. More interesting than a typical western hotel.

Stayed in March 2025

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Everything was amazing. The bed was always my concern because I though was hard but no, actually was completely the opposite I had my best sleep ever, even I am thinking now to adapt my home as that type of bed. The environment, decorations and everything I felt a real Japanese, the staff was very kind all time

Stayed in March 2025

Toilet are too small

Stayed in February 2025

Nothing I didn’t like during stay.

Guest House Waraku-An is another Kyoto gem. It’s an ancestral home adorned with wonderful furnitures, decors. It’s warm and cozy inside. The tatami room we stayed in was spacious; liked every detail in the room. We had a comfortable night. Had a little situation in the morning but the personnel was really understanding and reassured me that it will be taken care of. They had shared bathrooms and I thought, initially, it would be a hassle, but surprisingly it wasn’t. Would stay longer in the future.

Stayed in December 2024

nothing

Best of the best

Stayed in October 2024

Beautiful traditional experience, lovely staff and easy access to bus routes.

Stayed in June 2024

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Wonderful staff and beautiful traditional house! Highly recommended for people looking for a traditional Japanese experience!

Stayed in May 2024

Toilet is a bit small

Beautiful traditional Japanese house, nicely styled. Our room was spacious, the blanket was fluffy and warm on a cold night. The shower in the common area was also spacious and nice. We were allowed to check-in early which was wonderful because it was a rainy day and we needed to get changed after getting wet while travelling. The property is located close to the buses.

Stayed in May 2024

The location is with a bit distance from the Kyoto main station (need to take a 3Xmin bus trip by route 206). Mind the noise at night as this is a 100-yr old building made with wood.

This is my second time of stay. Love this historical hostel which filled with tradition, beautiful scene and local living culture. The staff are nice, friendly and with fluent English. It's so lucky that we can squeeze in a 1N stay here. This makes our Kyoto trip shine with one more memorable experience.

Stayed in December 2023

Beautiful guest house in Kyoto with incredible rooms for a truly unique stay. The staff were really helpful with everything. It's a really peaceful place to stay whilst in Kyoto and can recommend the location.

Stayed in October 2023

Small space for the toilet - but that is to be expected in this type of building so you just accept it

Traditional hotel - a real slice of Japanese culture

Stayed in November 2023

Everything! The place was so nice and comfortable. The owner was amazing, she provided everything what you needed, from best restaurant, tourist attraction and so on!

Stayed in September 2023

old but with history

Japanese Style Home vibe. the room and sleeping mats!

Stayed in October 2023

Very good traditional hostel. The staff speaks English and are super nice!

Stayed in September 2023

Slightly uncomfortable beds, but this is traditional futon experience!

Staff super friendly, lots of amenities, atmospheric, multiple shared and clean toilet/showers. Lots of transport links via bus. Quiet location

Stayed in September 2023

An experience of old times gone by in the heart of Kyoto. It felt like we got transported back in time. It is conveniently situated for easy access to transportation. Staff was super friendly and helpful. It's definitely worth the experience.

Stayed in August 2023