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Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

Aparthotel units with kitchens, near Kyoto Imperial Palace

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Housekeeping
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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43-1 Higashimachi (Ichijodori), Kyoto, Kyoto, 602-8346
  • Kinkaku-ji Temple
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Nijō Castle
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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Superior Family Room

  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Futon

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Deluxe Family Suite

  • City view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Family Room

  • City view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Standard Family Room

  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Single Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Economy Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Kyoto

Located in Central Kyoto, a neighbourhood in Kyoto, Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto is in a shopping district. Kinkaku-ji Temple and Kyoto Imperial Palace are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Shijo Street and Kawaramachi Street. Funaoka Thermal Bath and Toei Kyoto Studio Park are also worth visiting.

What's nearby

  • Kinkaku-ji Temple - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Nijō Castle - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Nishiki Market - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Kyoto University - 7 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

  • Kitano-Hakubaicho Station - 10 min walk
  • Emmachi Station - 20 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yume Wo Katare Kyoto II - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪すき家 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪誠養軒 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪とようけ茶屋 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪castella do paulo - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

Aparthotel units with kitchens, near Kyoto Imperial Palace
Coffee/tea in a common area, concierge services and laundry facilities are available at this smoke-free aparthotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a library, express check-in and express check-out are on-site. Each apartment features a washer/dryer and a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop and a microwave. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as an electric kettle and free tea bags/instant coffee, and other amenities include free WiFi and a balcony.
Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and complimentary slippers. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodation at this 3-star aparthotel has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, bidets, toilets with an electronic bidet and complimentary toiletries.

This Kyoto aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and fans. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Housekeeping

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cots (infant beds) are available for JPY 1000.0 per day

Payment types at the property

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 200–1,000 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

  • Nearby parking fee: JPY 880 per day (656 ft away)
  • Futon bed fee: JPY 1000 per day
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: JPY 1000.0 per day

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 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 and cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto located?

Located in Central Kyoto, this aparthotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kitano Tenmangū and Kinkaku-ji Temple. Kyoto Imperial Palace and Kawaramachi Street are also within 3 miles (5 km). Kitano-Hakubaicho Station is 10 minutes by foot and Emmachi Station is 20 minutes.

Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 158 out of 207 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 207 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 207 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 207 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 207 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

9.0/10

Communication

Reviews

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Nice host

Friendly and nice host. Allowed us to check in early and was accommodating all the way
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Tetsuya

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
ベッドやバスタオル・湯沸かし器他、欲しいアメニティや設備が整っていました。洗い場付きバスルームやキッチン等、4人でも居心地良くステイ出来ました。
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Li

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHIEN PEI

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

TING CHEN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
第一天對路程不瞭解所以繞了一大圈，第二天就可以掌握方向才知道附近的方便，可惜只住了兩天就要前往金澤了；有機會再去京都旅行的話，一定會再去的。
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property itself is excellent. Clean, you have a kitchen and laundry right in your room and the cost was very attractive. The main gripe is that we had forwarded our luggage from Hakuba and I was first informed that reception was not attended to for 2 hours, then I was informed it was 3 and when we got there, it was 4. I was worried that nobody would be there to receive our luggage. Our luggage did arrive and was locked in the reception are but we were not informed, hence we went 3 days without our luggage. It was only because I went to reception when it was attended to and saw the luggage there that we knew, otherwise it might have been yet another day. TLDR: Property is excellent, location is pretty good with grocery stores and dining options on the main street (probs 6 minutes away) but if you're forwarding luggage, note that there may not be anyone there to receive it and when it is received, nobody tells you
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

DEZONG

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lexis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Satomi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
室内も綺麗でホテル周辺もスーパーやドラッグストア等があり足りない物を買い足すにも直ぐに買えたので助かった。 ベッドも広くて快適 食器や家電も揃っていたので家の様な快適さだった。
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I like it good for family vacation
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Me encantó estar aquí. El lugar es pequeño pero a la vez extremadamente cómodo, tiene lo necesario para pasarla bien. Una cocina funcional, camas cómodas y calientes, el baño es súper limpio y muy grande. Fue muy útil la lavadora, y de las cosas que más me gustaron fue que puedes secar tu ropa dentro de la regadera. Me sorprendió la tecnología en cada detalle. No hay estación de tren cerca pero si de autobús, además de un supermercado y tiendas a unas cuadras. El tener personal en recepción en el edificio también es muy bueno porque te ayudan si se te complica algo. Fueron muy amables y una excelente experiencia. No duden en llagar aquí.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zack

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely loved this stay while in Kyoto. It provided us with ton of space as opposed to most standard hotels. It was super cute and they provided a ton of free amenities, even allowing us to do three loads of laundry for no additional cost. Super convenient having the laundry in your room as opposed to a different floor. Staff were very friendly and easy to work with despite the language barrier. Public transportation does not stop directly near this location so a 10-15 minute walk back may always be warranted so be mindful of what you are carrying, especially since busses were more common in Kyoto than trains. No elevator was also a jump scare for us but I don’t believe it is the building to blame; we just happened to have huge luggage that had to be carried up four stories so just be mindful. Loved it and would do it again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valentino

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
We loved the geuesthouse everything was very comfortable and very beautiful. All electronics worked perfectly We were all very happy with the showers and beds
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very convenient location to temples etc in northern kyoto, quiet, good supermarkets. The family room has kitchen/ laundry facilities which really helps. 4 bus stops to Nijo station.
Stayed 28 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

guowen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Super clean, quiet, every appliances are at top quality and ferfectly performance.
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place is a 3 story building with mini apartments that allow you to cook for yourself. Plenty of roomand amenities in the apartments. The only downside was the host, unless it's a (Japanese/Kyoto thing that I don't understand). He was quite grumpy and didn't seem to want to either interact with us, or even be there at all. This is reflected by the interesting staffing hours of the reception and check-in instructions. A minor mark, otherwise, very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ajay Kumar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent hosting, we received a warm welcome for our stay, pretty quiet place, accessible easily by the city bus, plenty of things to do nearby. Sadly we only stayed for 5 days. Wish I spent longer in Kyoto at Ben's guesthouse. Thanks again, was really a great and pleasant experience. We came all the way from Australia. Will definitely come back if I ever happen to be in Kyoto again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Quetzalcoatl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Best option in kioto , japan
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Khimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
2nd time at Ben's Guesthouse and it was still amazing! There was no elevator so if you're not up to carrying you luggage full of your shopping then this probably isn't the place for you but would totally still book next time I'm in Kyoto!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

SUNGWOOK

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

?

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
過ごしやすかった
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This worked great for our family as a clean budget option. Definitely the least expensive apartment we rented on our trip but also a clean & quiet experience with all of the basics plus an in apartment washing, dryer, steam iron, kitchenette. We were on the 3rd floor with no elevator for luggage but if you’re in Japan using public transport you’re no stranger to stairs.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

TAKESHI

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
とても過ごしやすかったです
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Excelente lugar para quedarse unos días cómodo en Kioto, con espacio más amplio a lo habitual encontrado en Japón
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024