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Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel

1.0 star property
Find serenity in a tranquil Japanese garden or take off on two wheels to explore temples & castles just steps away.

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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.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
The current price is ฿3,632
฿3,995 total
25 May - 26 May

Room options

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Female Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Mixed Dormitory | Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Mixed Dormitory

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room with Bunk Beds

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Japanese Style Room | Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese Style Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Annex Japanese-style room / Garden view | Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Annex Japanese-style room / Garden view

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Quadruple Room with Bunk Beds (E) | Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room with Bunk Beds (E)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Located in Shimogyo Ward neighbourhood, Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel is connected to a shopping centre. Nishihonganji Temple and Nijō Castle are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Nishiki Market. Kyoto Railway Museum and Kiyomizu Temple are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
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115, Ichibecho, Nishi Shichijo, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8894

What's nearby

  • Umekoji Park
    Umekoji Park
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kyoto Railway Museum
    Kyoto Railway Museum
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Kyoto Aquarium
    Kyoto Aquarium
    18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Shijo Street
    Shijo Street
    19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Kyoto, Japan Skyline at the Tower
    Kyoto Tower
    6 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Nishikyogoku Station
    2 min drive
  • Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station
    11 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ラーメン また此処で
    6 min walk
  • くら寿司 西大路七条店
    6 min walk
  • 麦の夜明け
    7 min walk
  • KBL The Garage
    6 min walk
  • あいつのラーメン かたぐるま
    4 min walk

About this property

Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel

Hostel near Kyoto Railway Museum
Located close to Nishihonganji Temple and Nijō Castle, Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel provides free continental breakfast, a Japanese garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Bike hire, concierge services and smoke-free property
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket information and a water dispenser
Room features
All guest rooms at Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel boast comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 2 bathrooms with toilets with electronic bidets and shower/bath combinations
  • LED light bulbs, communal kitchens and cookware/dishes/utensils

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10 AM

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 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 lift
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:00 PM and 11:00 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
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

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 100-10,000 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.

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:00 PM and 11:00 PM

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, 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 any lifts
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 Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel?

As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel on 25 May 2026 start from ฿3,632, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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. Late check-in is available from 9:00 PM to 11:00 PM for a fee.

What time is check-out at Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel?

Checkout 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.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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! 😊🤗
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kayoko

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
アットホームで清潔で、パパさん、ママさんのお人柄があたたかくて、看板猫ちゃんたちもとても可愛くて癒されました❤️ 朝ごはんも大満足です♪
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guillaume

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
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie Astrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Un havre de paix

Tout simplement parfait !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bing

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。
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hsinyen

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。
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

manabu

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
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JINSUNG

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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeonghyeon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
아주머니 엄청 친절하셨고 영어도 잘하십니다. 주변 동네도 조용했고 집도 아늑해서 좋았습니다.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Damhwi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
친절하고, 숙소는 포근하고 정갈하고 깨끗합니다. 교토에 다시오게된다면 여기서 다시묵을거에요!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cesareo

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hsing-Hsuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly and comfy. Great staff, breakfast, facility. 5min walk from bus station.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JUNGMIN

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
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

yuan

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。
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JI YEAN

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!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mizuho

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。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mii

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

しかこ

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

junghyun

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019