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Reviews of 初音(はつね) 4 stars

600-8116 Kyoto, Kyoto, 〒600-8116 Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward, Shōshinjichō, 170, Japan

#35 of 144 B&Bs and Inns in Kyoto

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 48 hotel reviews

9.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    9.4

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    9.2

  • Free WiFi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: 29 May 2024

    10
    It was a pleasure to rest in this place after long walks and sightseeing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    All was on the highest level

    The property has perfect location. Its quiet and beautiful outside. The host, Kevin is a wonderful person - kind, funny and very helpful

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    10
    Cozy accommodation with everything you’d need.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    -

    Short 15mins walk from kyoto station, rather central, yet away from the bustle near the station. Spacious room and amazing bath!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 May 2024

    10
    Great place to stay in Kyoto! Highly recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing.

    Kevin was an absolute delight to treat with. He helped us secure tickets to the 185th edition of Kamowaga Odori. The check-in and check-out were a breeze. The place is comfortable and spacious.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 May 2024

    10
    Super comfy and nice 🤍
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, all good!!

    The manager is very friendly, and the location is just too peaceful, near two metro stations. The room was bigger than in others hotels, and so comfy, I really will come back for sure!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room with view on the river is really nice and comfortable, I loved the Japanese style windows and doors, it was really clean and peaceful, and Kevin is nice and understanding.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Kevin was extremely helpful and very informative. He helped us with any minor things we came across and even dropped us to the station on his own car. Can recommend the place to anyone who likes a clean, quiet, and comfortable place in a walking distance to everything.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2024

    9.0
    Perfect getaway in kyoto
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing bad to say!

    Located in a beautiful and quiet street near the water. The guesthouse itself was also very peaceful, extremely clean and the host was very friendly.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2024

    10
    Excellent!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The location is exceptional, the staff is amazing!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    10
    Very convenient to enjoy Kyoto.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rooms at the back have no view but you can open the window and ventilate.

    Location on a pretty canal, very peaceful, convenient for walking to old town and station. Great traditional Japanese wet room. Price very good for location.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I loved everything about this accommodation. Starting from Kevin who was an amazing host, welcoming, kind and helped us with a lot of staff. Thank you! I really liked our room with a traditional atmosphere and I was surprised by how spacious and clean it was. The hotel has an elevator and is located in a charming, quiet neighbourhood. Only 20 minutes on foot from the Kyoto Station and the same distance from Gion district. Thank you for having us, definitely will visit next time!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    10
    This property is the perfect option for your stay in Kyoto.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 9 nights

    Honestly, I can't wait to go back. I don't think we had anything we were disappointed with in this property.

    This property was ideally located along a stream and one block away from the river. It was such a beautiful and peaceful space. The rooms were large and came with slippers, the beds comfortable, and each had its own little kitchenette. There was also a tatami room! Kevin, the host at the front, was always so warm and welcoming. He was accommodating anytime we had questions. The property was centrally located and less than a 10-minute walk to the subway. And about 25 minute walk door-to-door for the Shinkansen train (Kyoto Station). One note for calling a cab via the Go app or Uber: use the Ume-yu 梅湯 as the pickup/dropoff location as the street is VERY narrow, and often cabs have a hard time navigating it.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    10
    Wonderful and Memorable Stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, it was perfect.

    I loved the bath! It was so relaxing and really relaxing after a long day of walking. The room was spacious and clean, and it was located in a quiet area very close to the river which was so beautiful to walk by!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We really loved our stay in this guesthouse! The location is great, next to a quiet stream, room was very clean and the hosts very friendly.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

    10
    Amazing place. The facilities, room and the staff are amazing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing place. The facilities, room and the staff are amazing.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2024

    9.0
    Great value stay. We felt well look after.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I wish the heater can heat up a bit faster.

    Owner is really thoughtful and takes good care of his customers.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great room that felt cozy in an instant. Lovely, quiet neighborhood - would definitely stay here again

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rooms were soo cute , loved the bath , super lovely host

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The guest house was immaculate and Kevin at the desk was so helpful with ensuring our delayed baggage was delivered to us. The location is very central and next to a charming canal.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rooms took a long time to get warm as aircon was rather weak to heat the room.

    Nice Neighbourhood. Quite and comfortable rooms. Very friendly staff. Good Restaurants within walning distance.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We booked at short notice and that did not work so well so rather book well in advance. Rooms were very cold as they had not been occupied for some days as it seems. Aircon heating took about a day to bring up the temperature. Warm blankets were provided though so no major issue for the first night.

    Very nice location in a quite side street in a residencial area. Close to the river. Nice restaurants and bars in walking distance. Nice rooms with separate shower and toilet. Some rooms on floor 3 and 4 with river view. Very friendly and attentive staff.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 December 2023

    10
    Perfect for single traveller
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Simple convenient and clean with a wonderful view of the east mountain complete with kettle and teapot.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 November 2023

    10
    It was amazing!! I recommend!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is no television

    The room is spacious, the heater was working perfectly. And the view is beautiful.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 November 2023

    9.0
    Excellent accomodation.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hatsune is a very nice affordable hotel—perfect for us and our travels. We don’t spend much time in our hotels, but having a comfortable room with a luxurious soaking tub after a long day of walking and crowds is just perfect. The staff is very friendly and helpful (not on site 24 hours) and the location is a short walk down through river from Gion, and easily walkable from Kyoto station. It is on a very narrow one way street so be careful asking taxis to drive all the way to the door, if their car is standard width it can be a very tight fit getting by!

    Stayed in November 2023

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