605-0006 Kyoto, Kyoto, Higashiyamaku Shingokencho 173, Japan
#148 of 635 hotels in Kyoto
Guests' ChoiceBased on 71 hostel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.1
Location
9.5
Facilities
9.1
Staff
9.4
Value for money
9.3
Free WiFi
7.5
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Reviewed: 1 June 2024
Noa
IsraelNothing.
It was A M A Z I N G ! Can’t recommend enough for women traveling Japan, awesome location, top notch facilities (especially the showers and bathrooms) and very kind staff.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 30 May 2024
Sam
United Kingdom-
Great hostel and great amenities, I had peace of mind knowing it's ladies only. I would stay again if I'm ever in kyoto.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 27 May 2024
Belen
ArgentinaAmazing accommodation! The rooms really nice and good showers and bathroom facilities! Great location! We loved this place!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 25 May 2024
Alison
AustraliaIt is above the train station so you can here the trains.
This place is in an excellent location. Gion and major shopping district an easy walk away. It's super cute, stayed here with my 11 year old daughter who thought it was like the Barbie house ;)
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 21 May 2024
Thanchanok
Thailandnothing
location and room
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 15 May 2024
Jess
ItalyThere isn't anything I can think of.
The location was perfect, a short walk from the centre and right next to a train station. The room was so cute, the design was beautiful and a very cosy little room.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 14 May 2024
Charlotte
New ZealandPerfect location with many sites and restaurants within walking distance. The subway and buses are right on the doorstep of the hostel. Very comfortable beds. Spacious showers and lots of ammenities. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Kate
AustraliaWe loved our stay at CAFETEL Kyoto. The room was so comfortable and surprisingly spacious. It has everything you need and the staff were welcoming and helpful. It’s in a fabulous location with easy access to the train station Highly recommend
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 18 April 2024
Sacha
United KingdomSuper clean and comfortable, felt very secure and safe in the hostel. Direct access to station via a lift from inside the hostel which was super helpful. Staff were all so sweet and helpful too. Location was great and walking distance from almost everything we wanted to do. The bathrooms/make up and hair facilities were some of the best I have ever had in a hostel. All in all I have no complaints at all, definitely worth the higher hostel cost!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Ibarra
CanadaHonesty I loved this place/
This place was perfect to share with other 2. the location is super cute, staff super friendly, clean and very central Would stay there again for sure!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 31 March 2024
Anne
NetherlandsBecause the hostel was on top of the station, you can feel the metro passing by. If you are a light sleeper, make sure to bring some earplugs, although we were able to fall in sleep quite quickly!
The stay was outstanding! The houses were soo cute and the beds were comfortable. All facilities were clean and luxurious. The location was great! Close to the station and within walking distance of several sightseeing places. The staff were friendly and it was great that we could use the cafe as common space. We would definitely come back and we highly recommend this place.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 30 March 2024
Ridhz
AustraliaThe location is great and the shower room is clean and spacious.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 25 March 2024
Taylor
CanadaWish elevator to rooms was inside building rather than having to walk around outside building to use cafe. Cafe often said “closed” when still open.
The hostel was very clean! The bunk beds were comfortable, roomy, and private. Location was amazing, right near gion district.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 22 March 2024
Yoshiko
United StatesNoise from top bed level
Clean and excellent staff
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 13 March 2024
Nicole
Denmarkthe only problem is that you can feel the train every now and then but nothing terrible
it was very clean, well taken care of and the staff extremely nice. Probably my favorite hostel in Japan.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 20 February 2024
Hannah
GermanyThe rooms are spacious, I feel, and the beds were very comfortable.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 17 February 2024
Michelle
United StatesSmaller living space and no food at cafe, but was fine for a couple nights
Great quality amenities for travelers and convenient location! So accessible for exploring and travel in Kyoto that we booked an extra night :)
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 13 February 2024
Alisha
United StatesSuper clean, quiet, and comfortable. The rooms were really cute and it’s located right next to a train station and the river path.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 10 January 2024
Erica
CanadaRooms were a bit small but that’s most of Japan!
Such a cute place to stay! I felt so safe, staff were lovely, facilities were clean, great location. Couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay in Kyoto!!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 18 December 2023
Joey0320
MalaysiaToo bad no chance to try out the cafe as it was close at the moment. Hopefully it will open next time.
Location was convenient as the elevator is directly link to the station. Good for people with heavy luggages.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 8 December 2023
Vanashya
Thailand- The mirror for dressing and hair setting are only 2 and always be used. - If there are some mugs on the 2-3 floors near the refrigerator, I will love it more. (I got a kettle from the cafe, but I cloud not drink coffee that night because there is no mug on the 2-3 floor)
I like the bathroom so much, and also the dressing room. There are many hair dryers and hair irons. Oh, I like that it's near Kamo river. So good to take a walk in the morning.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 6 December 2023
Eunice
SingaporeRoom cleanliness and space. Our room is 3-bedded room. The carpet with lots of stain and the room with lots of dust. Be prepared if you are bringing big luggages as it is not easy to open the luggages in the room with the limited space.
The hotel's location is fantastic! It's accessible to the train station and it's super convenient. It's close to few tourist spots and shopping areas. Lots of restaurants nearby too. Staffs are very friendly and helpful. Toilets, bathrooms and make up areas are all good and clean.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 3 December 2023
Jane
PhilippinesThe location for transportation was good but the nearest convenience store was a 5 minute walk away.
We loved the room and the facilities. The concept of 3 girlfriends traveling was really nice especially since as a grouolp of 3 its hard to find lodging.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 28 November 2023
Caitlin
AustraliaThe amenities were excellent, especially the bathrooms, which were clean, spacious, and stocked with hair curlers, straighteners, shampoo, conditioner, and soap. The individual stalls were also spacious and comfortable. The room itself was comfortable and clean, and the location was within walking distance of a number of attractions and restaurants. We had a great time here, and we highly recommend it!
Stayed in November 2023
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