Reviews of Guest House Oumi 2 stars
604-8421 Kyoto, Kyoto, Nakagyo-ku Nishinokyo Nagamotocho 19-11, Japan
#17 of 144 B&Bs and Inns in Kyoto
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 209 hotel reviews
9.3Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.6
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Comfort
9.4
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Location
9.2
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Facilities
9.2
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Staff
9.8
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Value for money
9.4
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Free WiFi
9.3
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Reviewed: 27 May 2024
Lucas
Australia1 review10“location is convenient and the experience was fantastic”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Japanese-Style Standard Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
No bidet
Tommy was very friendly and helpful. Great breakfast
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 17 May 2024
Alexandra
Netherlands39 reviews5 helpful votes9.0“Nice Guesthouse”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Very friendly and happy staff. Comfortable guesthouse to stay. Good location and quiet area. Breakfast was a sandwich made with love. Might be too small for big eaters though!
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 17 May 2024
Felix
Singapore2 reviews10“Great Breakfast, Kind People”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Just abit small
The breakfast sandwiches were amazing. I could eat it everyday without getting sick of it. Tommy was really kind and friendly and it felt like I was staying at a relative's house.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 15 May 2024
Giulia
Italy23 reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Japanese-Style Standard Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Tomi is the best host, its sandwich in the morning is delicious! the place is very warm and makes you feel like home.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 4 May 2024
Adam
Germany9 reviews9.0“It was a great experience in an old japanese guest house, I can highly recommend to everyone!”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Japanese-Style Standard Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
nothing to complain
Everything was great, Mr.Tommy the owner of the guest house was so kind, and he speaks very well english, he also give you some advise what you should see in Kyoto if you have no idea what to explore :D
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 29 April 2024
Michael
Austria37 reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room with Bunk Bed and Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
It is quite keen-eared
It was marvelous! The guesthouse itself is a treasure in Kyōto situated in a nice, calm area. They provide you with everything you need and loads of information about Kyōto. Tommy-san is an outstanding, friendly and incredibly helpful person you need to get to know! He has such a positive attitude and is one of the kindest people I ever got to know! Definately will come back!
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 26 April 2024
Sonia
Brazil5 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Twin Room with Bunk Bed and Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
The place was so clean and calm. The breakfast sandwich was DELICIOUS; Tommy is the best person that you will meet <3 he is so kind and helpful !
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Ferran
Spain4 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Japanese-Style Standard Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Since the hostal closes from 12-5, it makes it not ideal if one day you feel like waking up late amd have a slow start of the day.
Tommy is a great host. The hostal is located in a typical japanese neighborhood, but far from the turistic areas, which makes it ideal if you want to live japan this way. One of the main stations is close by, and nijo castle around 15min walking.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 22 April 2024
D_amina
Kazakhstan48 reviews4 helpful votes8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Japanese-Style Superior Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
A beautiful classic Japanese house with very small spaces inside with thin walls. Need earplugs, which were not available in the hotel
The owner Tommy was very friendly and everything was great
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 20 April 2024
Olivia
Canada1 review10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Loved the place; it was located in a great area, and the property itself was very nice. Everything was super clean, any toiletry you could possibly think of was provided, and the shared space was very cozy and homey yet traditional. The owner, Tommy, was beyond helpful and so kind. He also made the best breakfast sandwiches every morning (wish I asked for the recipe)! Definitely will be returning.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 17 April 2024
Thiago
United Kingdom9 reviews5 helpful votes10“Perfect in all aspects for a long or short kyoto stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Japanese-Style Superior Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Wonderful and very helpful host. House is a beautiful blend of modern and old design. Right next to a large train station. Very comfortable common area and spacious and accommodated facilities. 10/10
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 16 April 2024
Emma
United Kingdom12 reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Tommy is a magnificent human”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Japanese-Style Superior Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
A little out of the centre for tourist attractions but walkable
Great host and breakfast. Lovely setting.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 16 April 2024
Adrien
France11 reviews9.0“Super host !”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Japanese-Style Standard Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Be carefull with the stairs, to access the room, they can be quiete tricky
Tommy is the most friendly host i had during my japan trip. Thanks a lot for your energy and keep smiling :D
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Kulsoom
United Kingdom9 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The placement of the bunk beds were a bit too close together, which made it a bit difficult to move around.
Tommy-san was very friendly and helpful!
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 5 April 2024
Osman
United Kingdom13 reviews1 helpful vote10“Tommy rules...”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Japanese-Style Superior Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
None
Charming little place in the centre of Kyoto. Tommy is the perfect Host, always happy and helpful. He keeps the whole place perfectly clean. We really enjoyed our 4 nights stay. Thank you so much Tommy.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 19 March 2024
George
United States1 review10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Japanese-Style Standard Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The guest house was intimate and traditional, qualities I find nostalgic and exactly what I was looking for. The facilities were clean and modern but had tatami and futon flair. Tommy was exceptionally kind and attentive, by far the most hospitable during my entire stay in Japan across many hostels and guest houses. Guest house Oumi will be my first choice every time I come to Kyoto.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 18 March 2024
Maldonado
United States6 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The host was the best part he was very accommodating and friendly
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 17 March 2024
Kohley
United States1 review10“Very Nice Hostel, Friendly Staff!”- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The period when the hostel was closed 12:00-17:00 was slightly inconvenient; however you probably wont run into any issues due to being out all day.
Staff was very friendly, whole place was cleaned every day. Close to Nijo station to take transport around Kyoto.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 3 February 2024
Anastasia
Greece16 reviews1 helpful vote10“It was the best hospitality I’ve ever received in my life.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
It was the best hospitality I’ve ever received in my life. Tommy made me feel like I was a guest in his own house and never as a costumer. He takes care of every small detail to make sure he offers the best experience. I can’t avoid mentioning of course the amazing breakfast sandwich he prepares for you hot ones you are awake. Next time in Kyoto I’ll most definitely choose the same accommodation.
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: 31 January 2024
Veronika
Switzerland4 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Japanese-Style Standard Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Very nice staff
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: 30 January 2024
Vesley
Singapore1 review10“Awesome!”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Japanese-Style Standard Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The Guesthouse Owner was very kind and hospitable!
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: 12 January 2024
Ger
United States2 reviews10“Lovely place! Tommy was an excellent host!!”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
It’s a little nice place and close to the grocery store and train station.
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: 12 January 2024
Ma
Hong Kong4 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Japanese-Style Superior Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Not really. Only thing is that the staircase is really steep and it need to be very careful when going up and down.
Tommy san is very nice and helpful in many ways. The sandwich he made for my breakfast is very tasty. The bedroom setup is also very cozy as well.
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: 3 January 2024
Bethany
Japan2 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 6 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
I’ve never stayed in a guest house like this before so I didn’t really know what to expect but it was a wonderful experience and if I come back to Kyoto I’ll definitely be back. The host, Tommy, was so kind and I met a lot of very interesting people staying here.
Stayed in January 2024
