Higurashi-sou features accommodation situated 1.3 km from the centre of Kyoto and provides free bikes and a garden. This 1-star guest house offers a concierge service and private check-in and check-out. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Each unit includes a kettle, a shared bathroom and free WiFi, while certain rooms are equipped with a balcony and some have garden views. At the guest house, every unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Nijo Castle is 400 metres from the guest house, while Kyoto International Manga Museum is 1.7 km from the property. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 46 km from Higurashi-sou.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
2 futon beds
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.3
Location
8.6
Free WiFi
10
High score for Kyoto
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Crystal
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The house was typically old style Japanese, it was super quirky and immaculately clean. The staff were very friendly and accommodating to my needs and I loved the delicious home made breakfast!
  • Francisco
    Australia Australia
    The traditional Japanese wooden house with the tatami floor bedrooms, very comfortable futons and the private garden view with the camelia blossoms. Amazing breakfast and tea & coffee facilities. The host was really welcoming and provided...
  • Aafke
    Netherlands Netherlands
    It is my second time visiting Higurashi Sou and I just love it! It is very cozy, clean and the breakfast is my favourite! This time as I was travelling alone, I had a small room, but it was perfect with a nice side lamp, table and basically...

Property surroundings

Facilities of Higurashi-sou
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Garden
  • Heating
  • Terrace
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Shared toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Transport
  • Public transport tickets
    Additional charge
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Japanese

House rules

Higurashi-sou takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 16:00 to 21:00

Check-out

From 08:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa American Express Cash Higurashi-sou accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Higurashi-sou 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.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

License number: 345

FAQs about Higurashi-sou

  • Higurashi-sou is 1.2 miles from the centre of Kyoto. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Higurashi-sou may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Higurashi-sou is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Higurashi-sou offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Bicycle rental

  • Room options at Higurashi-sou include:

    • Single
    • Triple
    • Twin