Reviews of Wayfarer Kyoto Shijo 3 stars
600-8462 Kyoto, Kyoto, Shimogyo-ku Nishinotoin dori Bukkoji Sagaru Honryusuicho 768, Japan
#431 of 633 hotels in Kyoto
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 571 hotel reviews
8.1Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
8.6
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Comfort
8.6
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Location
8.2
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Facilities
8.3
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Staff
8.9
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Value for money
8.7
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Free WiFi
8.1
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Reviewed: 21 May 2024
Mathilde
France6 reviews7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Essential Japanese Twin - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Weird smell in the room it smelled like this for the whole stay.
Clean, spacious and affordable.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 19 May 2024
Stacey
Australia2 reviews7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Essential Japanese Twin - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The room had an unpleasant smell. The shower drain got blocked and was not able to be serviced during our stay. Therefore we were unable to use the shower. Only two out of three staff that we accounted during our stay were helpful.
Room was spacious. Location was good.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 17 May 2024
Nashita
Australia3 reviews7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Essential Tatami Family - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The room had a bad smell from start to finish that did not leave
Location to kyoto station and nishiki markets
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 16 May 2024
Suweena
Australia36 reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Great”- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Essential Twin - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
All good
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 15 May 2024
Janna
Australia6 reviews1 helpful vote7.0“Good location but overpriced.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Signature Family Suite - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Two positive things about this hotel was the staff were very lovely, very helpful and could speak English. Made the communication easy. Secondly, the location was superb. However, the property itself was ok. Yes the hotel has had a recent renovation but that was for the main reception downstairs. Our room was nothing special. It had stain marks all on the walls and the room looked worn out and tired. The photo’s on the website are not representative of the current look of the room. Maybe that’s how the room looked at one stage. That’s not how it looks now. That was really disappointing and definitely wasn’t worth the price we were charged. Even if the location was good. There were plenty of other hotels in the same street that were cheaper.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 14 May 2024
Joshua
New Zealand5 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Refined Designer Twin/Triple - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Bathroom was very small.
Enjoyed our stay here. Close to the bus station that was able to get us to all our locations.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 4 May 2024
Peter
United Kingdom13 reviews7.0“Great city & hotel location.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Essential tatami - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing all good.
As advertised. Ideally would have had 2 tatami rooms.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 1 May 2024
Muhammad
Singapore6 reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Overall good.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Essential tatami - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The hot and cold one tap concept shower. Abit hard to adjust to the perfect water temperature
Modern traditional Japan room layout.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 30 April 2024
Kah
Singapore2 reviews8.0“Will deifinitly go back again if I come Kyoto next time:)”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Essential tatami - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
There’s no dining area.
The location is considerably convenient. The bus stop to Kyoto station just 60 meter away, walking distance (1-3km) to many attraction points. The place is clean, the room is cozy:)
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 30 April 2024
Ebony
New Zealand3 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Refined Designer Twin/Triple - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
A little bit noisy in the morning.
Clean and tidy, slightly traditional feel. Pretty close to a train station.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 23 April 2024
Wan
United States1 review9.0“Great Money for Value. Definitely would stay here again in the Future.”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Refined Designer Twin/Triple - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 4 nights
The bathroom was a little small. Would like to have the dry area separated from the wet area. But that is if I'm being nick-picking, because for the price of the hotel I was very happy with what I received.
The room was larger than expected. It was spacious enough to sleep 3 adults with their luggages and some extra space. The outlets and light switch location was well thought out. We also just enjoy the general design of the room because the sleeping area is lifted from the entry wall. This way even though we were sleeping on mattresses on the floor, it felt like there were enough separation to make it hygienic.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Ebony
Netherlands5 reviews1 helpful vote7.0“Big rooms with basic necessities”- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Signature Suite - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Little things, like the toilet seat not completely fitting. The entree step to the bathroom was unsteady and the walls were a bit dirty.
Small and cozy property, with the basic necessities. The suite was nice and big.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Carolina
Australia7 reviews1 helpful vote7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Essential Tatami Family - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 2 nights
The dryer does not dry the clothes well. You are better off using the laundromat on the main streets as they are more powerful and it costs less to use.
This accomodation is conveniently located. The local bus stop is right outside the main door. Rooms have a lot of natural light. It is clean and modern. Laundry services within the same building but also close by outside on the main streets.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 13 April 2024
M
United Kingdom3 reviews8.0“Thoroughly enjoyed the hotel and it's location.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Essential Tatami Family - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The check-in app does not work if you are checking in children. Wasted time going around in circles before giving up and checking in at reception.
Modern hotel with rooms giving a traditional vibe.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Fabrizia
Malta19 reviews3 helpful votes7.0“Good Japanese experience.”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Essential Tatami Family - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 3 nights
Small room. Barely any space to open luggage and no place at all to sit down on a chair/stool. Very tight for 4 people to stay in. Room smelled of cabbage.
Loved the experience of sleeping on futon beds. Staff spoke very good English
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 6 April 2024
Mihaela
Czech Republic10 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Essential Twin - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Larger than most of the rooms we stayed in Japan. Clean. Minimalist.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 5 April 2024
Wing
United Kingdom4 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Refined Designer Twin/Triple - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 2 nights
Convenient location, reasonably priced, clean and modern hotel with comfortable bedding and a satisfactory bathroom. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 5 April 2024
Noam
Israel10 reviews2 helpful votes7.0“Well designed hotel with annoying facilities”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Signature Double - Non-smoking
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
It is one of those places that try so hard to be “modern” and automatic that it ends up creating so much more work. Check in process was super uncomfortable, you have to scan your documents, insert credit card information etc. on an iPad in the lobby, took so much time and was unnecessarily complicated. You also don’t get a key you get a passcode (poorly explained) but in the checkout you still need to get a key from your room (that is not used to anything else…) to the reception, why? I wish I knew.. staff was also not very nice in helping with all those annoying “automated” processes.
Nice and large room, well designed
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 30 March 2024
Nicholas
United States1 review7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Essential Tatami Family - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 2 nights
Location was great, not far from everything we needed in central Kyoto. We wanted to try Tatami style room (205) during our stay in Japan. We are glad we did, but realize it is quite an adjustment. The room is small for a family of 4 with all luggage. We would recommend the residence rooms if staying agin.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 23 March 2024
Yarden
Israel12 reviews9.0“Great value for money”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Essential Tatami Family - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The walls are a little bit thin.
I liked the room. He was comfortable and had everything we needed. They kept our luggage on the day of check out that was very helpful. Great valie for money.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 17 March 2024
Beunk
Netherlands14 reviews2 helpful votes8.0“Spacious modern room”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Essential Twin - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Not so comfortable with completely digital locks. Needed a code to get in. It worked but I rather have a key pass or something.
Nice location. Very clean and nice spacious room. Very friendly and good english speaking help.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 16 March 2024
Mel
Australia5 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Essential Tatami Family - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Comfortable and suited for families. Facility is safe and clean. Location was easy walking distance to station and markets.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 12 March 2024
Alexander
United Kingdom9 reviews9.0“Very pretty, modern and comfortable tatami rooms”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Signature Family Suite - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
USB ports in room would have been a nice touch! Everything else top notch.
Beautiful and modern tatami rooms, don’t hesitate, the futons were incredibly comfortable. Staff were very helpful recommending local Taiyaki and coffee. We were easily able to store luggage while we wandered around the sights of Kyoto. Not only ex-pats staying at the hotel (always a plus).
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 9 March 2024
Kirti
Australia21 reviews2 helpful votes8.0“Extremely helpful staff, from all different nationalities. They recommended great eateries.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Essential Twin - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Pillows were very hard & uncomfortable. Replacements exactly same
There was no breakfast
Stayed in March 2024
