Guesthouse Soi

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Hotel Highlights

Welcome to Guesthouse Soi, your cozy retreat in the heart of Kyoto! Located just 2.4mi from the city center, this charming 2-star guest house is nestled at 509-2 Shimouma-Machi, Higashiyama-Ku, giving you the perfect blend of tranquility and access to vibrant city life. With rates starting at an unbeatable price, you're just a skip away from immersing yourself in the enchanting culture and historical wonders of Japan.

Rooms

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1 Sofa Bed

120 sqft

Loft, Single

Flat-screen TV

This room features a single bed and a sofa bed on a tatami (woven-straw) area. It comes with a private bathroom. Children under 10 years old cannot be accommodated in this room.

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1 Sofa Bed

150 sqft

Japanese Style, Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Features tatami (woven-straw) flooring with 1 futon beds and 1 sofa bed. This spacious room comes with a private bathroom. Children between 3 and 9 years old can be accommodated at a surcharge. Please contact the property in advance.

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1 Sofa Bed

160 sqft

Japanese Style, Triple, Shared Bathroom

This compact room features tatami (woven-straw) flooring with 2 futon bed and 1 sofa bed. Bathrooms and toilets are shared. Children between 3 and 9 years old can be accommodated at a surcharge.

Discover More

Prepare to be delighted by the range of amenities available at Guesthouse Soi! Enjoy complimentary air conditioning and high-speed wifi to keep you cool and connected during your stay. Take a stroll through the beautiful garden, lounge on the sun deck, or let the kids play on the playground while you kick back in soundproof rooms that promise peace and quiet. And don’t forget to check out the tour desk for expert tips on the best sights to explore!

Experience the Best

With a whopping 946 reviews, travelers have painted a vivid picture of their experiences here, praising its welcoming atmosphere and lovely surroundings. Each corner of Guesthouse Soi invites you to relax and soak in the beauty of Kyoto, making it the perfect launching pad for unforgettable adventures, cultural discoveries, and restful evenings after a day of exploration.

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Plan Your Stay

At Guesthouse Soi, you’re not just choosing a place to stay, but a base camp for a plethora of thrilling escapades! Unwind after a day of wandering Kyoto’s bustling streets or uncovering hidden temples by sinking into one of our cozy rooms. Opt for the traditional ambiance of our Japanese Style rooms, or perhaps a more contemporary vibe with our Deluxe options. Each accommodation is designed for comfort and peaceful rejuvenation, accommodating groups of up to four adults and offering a variety of bed arrangements suited to your family or travel buddy situation. Your adventure awaits, and you’ll appreciate the tranquil haven awaiting you at the end of a packed day.

Amenities

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Tour desk

Sun deck

Terrace

Soundproof rooms

Non-smoking rooms

Playground

Loved our stay here- could have stayed even longer! We took 2 rooms to accommodate our teen kids in one of the twin sharing rooms with shared bathrooms. The staff were all so friendly and welcoming. Sim and Maki have the most incredible vibe and the morning breakfast spread is just special with delicious fruits, yoghurt, hot coffee and toast with a jam buffet. Sim often pours you a cup of hot coffee himself and Maki and he provide the most special recommendations for dining / sight seeing also. No need to pre plan anything at Kyoto when you stay at Sim and Makis - just wake up and ask them where they think you should go and just head there.. there are some very special snacks kept in the dining area and the fridge is stacked with the most delicious craft beer on sale. I even bought the loveliest post cards and stamps and posted them on my first day there. I cannot thank Sim and Maki enough for making our stay so special.. and cannot recommend this place enough. It’s a short taxi ride from the main Kyoto station and perfectly located so you can walk to the Kiyomizu temple and Ninenzaka area. They also rent bikes so you can ride around town. We went to the imperial palace and Nishiki market on the bikes and had the loveliest time. Hands down the best place to stay in Japan..

Nidhi

This guesthouse is very professionally run and offers everything a traveller might need, at reasonable prices. Although set in a traditional Japanese house, everything looks modern and elegant in a simple way. My private room had generour shelving, space for luggage, and then a lovely tatami area with a little sofa, table and a futon. Everything was bright and very comfortable. The shared bathrooms were very clean. There is a little sitting area downstairs with coffee and tea, and in the mornings, a self serve (free) breakfast. As this is a relatively large guesthouse, it is usually staffed during the daytime. But the best thing was the bicycles for hire, directly from the guesthouse, at just 500 JPY per day, including a helmet! It is little advertised on their site, but I was delighted when I saw the bicycles and hired one right away, so I could start my sightseeing early and efficiently. They may not be fancy bikes, but my three-gear shopping bike was well-maintained and carried me many miles through Kyoto, much faster than the bus.

Anja

They posted relevant and changing things on a notice board, eg. a light show that was on for winter, a sale on clothing brand, a market. Everything a traveller and tourist might want! Breakfast was so nice, opportunity to have real coffee and fresh fruit and yoghurt. Every touch was great, like there's washing machines and places to hang clothes up on the roof. Always water and tea available to take, and nice areas to socialise and read if you want to, including travel books and novels in English, Japanese, and a few other languages. Our private room with ensuite was modern and clean. Maki our host was amazing, she and Sim seem like really interesting people. By chance realised I had stayed in one of their previous guesthouses in Chengdu, same peaceful and friendly vibes. Great beer and sake bar down the street called the Windmill, he had great music, and local recommendations for food also. Is clearly a guesthouse for made by travellers, for travellers. Best place we stayed out of 6 in Japan.

Jade

I had an incredible stay at this charming guesthouse, which was perfectly located near all the major sightseeing spots. The convenience of being so close to everything made exploring the area so much easier. The breakfast was a delightful start to each day, with unlimited fresh fruits, yoghurt, coffee, juice, and breads with butter and a variety of jams—simple but delicious! What truly set this stay apart was the hospitality. The family running the guesthouse went above and beyond to make our visit memorable. They were not only kind and welcoming but also very helpful and informative, always offering great local tips. Throughout our time there, they treated us like part of their family, making us feel right at home. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a warm, welcoming, and convenient stay!

Payal

Only about ten minutes by bus away from the train station and nearly just at the foot of the mountain where the most famous temple situated so I had a rare chance to visit the temple in the mornings before the big crowds. At meanwhile the guesthouse was such a lovely place to stay that I had everything I needed plus with excellent travel recommendations from the super nice managers and the staffs which made my days in Kyoto just amazing! They do offer free breakfast also. Oh, and my room was more spacious than I thought, and exceptional clean and quiet therefore I had peaceful nights for my sleep. Definitely will book this place again when I visit back in Kyoto!

Faye

Loved our stay here- could have stayed even longer! We took 2 rooms to accommodate our teen kids in one of the twin sharing rooms with shared bathrooms. The staff were all so friendly and welcoming. Sim and Maki have the most incredible vibe and the morning breakfast spread is just special with delicious fruits, yoghurt, hot coffee and toast with a jam buffet. Sim often pours you a cup of hot coffee himself and Maki and he provide the most special recommendations for dining / sight seeing also. No need to pre plan anything at Kyoto when you stay at Sim and Makis - just wake up and ask them where they think you should go and just head there.. there are some very special snacks kept in the dining area and the fridge is stacked with the most delicious craft beer on sale. I even bought the loveliest post cards and stamps and posted them on my first day there. I cannot thank Sim and Maki enough for making our stay so special.. and cannot recommend this place enough. It’s a short taxi ride from the main Kyoto station and perfectly located so you can walk to the Kiyomizu temple and Ninenzaka area. They also rent bikes so you can ride around town. We went to the imperial palace and Nishiki market on the bikes and had the loveliest time. Hands down the best place to stay in Japan..

Nidhi

This guesthouse is very professionally run and offers everything a traveller might need, at reasonable prices. Although set in a traditional Japanese house, everything looks modern and elegant in a simple way. My private room had generour shelving, space for luggage, and then a lovely tatami area with a little sofa, table and a futon. Everything was bright and very comfortable. The shared bathrooms were very clean. There is a little sitting area downstairs with coffee and tea, and in the mornings, a self serve (free) breakfast. As this is a relatively large guesthouse, it is usually staffed during the daytime. But the best thing was the bicycles for hire, directly from the guesthouse, at just 500 JPY per day, including a helmet! It is little advertised on their site, but I was delighted when I saw the bicycles and hired one right away, so I could start my sightseeing early and efficiently. They may not be fancy bikes, but my three-gear shopping bike was well-maintained and carried me many miles through Kyoto, much faster than the bus.

Anja

They posted relevant and changing things on a notice board, eg. a light show that was on for winter, a sale on clothing brand, a market. Everything a traveller and tourist might want! Breakfast was so nice, opportunity to have real coffee and fresh fruit and yoghurt. Every touch was great, like there's washing machines and places to hang clothes up on the roof. Always water and tea available to take, and nice areas to socialise and read if you want to, including travel books and novels in English, Japanese, and a few other languages. Our private room with ensuite was modern and clean. Maki our host was amazing, she and Sim seem like really interesting people. By chance realised I had stayed in one of their previous guesthouses in Chengdu, same peaceful and friendly vibes. Great beer and sake bar down the street called the Windmill, he had great music, and local recommendations for food also. Is clearly a guesthouse for made by travellers, for travellers. Best place we stayed out of 6 in Japan.

Jade

I had an incredible stay at this charming guesthouse, which was perfectly located near all the major sightseeing spots. The convenience of being so close to everything made exploring the area so much easier. The breakfast was a delightful start to each day, with unlimited fresh fruits, yoghurt, coffee, juice, and breads with butter and a variety of jams—simple but delicious! What truly set this stay apart was the hospitality. The family running the guesthouse went above and beyond to make our visit memorable. They were not only kind and welcoming but also very helpful and informative, always offering great local tips. Throughout our time there, they treated us like part of their family, making us feel right at home. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a warm, welcoming, and convenient stay!

Payal

Only about ten minutes by bus away from the train station and nearly just at the foot of the mountain where the most famous temple situated so I had a rare chance to visit the temple in the mornings before the big crowds. At meanwhile the guesthouse was such a lovely place to stay that I had everything I needed plus with excellent travel recommendations from the super nice managers and the staffs which made my days in Kyoto just amazing! They do offer free breakfast also. Oh, and my room was more spacious than I thought, and exceptional clean and quiet therefore I had peaceful nights for my sleep. Definitely will book this place again when I visit back in Kyoto!

Faye

Loved our stay here- could have stayed even longer! We took 2 rooms to accommodate our teen kids in one of the twin sharing rooms with shared bathrooms. The staff were all so friendly and welcoming. Sim and Maki have the most incredible vibe and the morning breakfast spread is just special with delicious fruits, yoghurt, hot coffee and toast with a jam buffet. Sim often pours you a cup of hot coffee himself and Maki and he provide the most special recommendations for dining / sight seeing also. No need to pre plan anything at Kyoto when you stay at Sim and Makis - just wake up and ask them where they think you should go and just head there.. there are some very special snacks kept in the dining area and the fridge is stacked with the most delicious craft beer on sale. I even bought the loveliest post cards and stamps and posted them on my first day there. I cannot thank Sim and Maki enough for making our stay so special.. and cannot recommend this place enough. It’s a short taxi ride from the main Kyoto station and perfectly located so you can walk to the Kiyomizu temple and Ninenzaka area. They also rent bikes so you can ride around town. We went to the imperial palace and Nishiki market on the bikes and had the loveliest time. Hands down the best place to stay in Japan..

Nidhi

This guesthouse is very professionally run and offers everything a traveller might need, at reasonable prices. Although set in a traditional Japanese house, everything looks modern and elegant in a simple way. My private room had generour shelving, space for luggage, and then a lovely tatami area with a little sofa, table and a futon. Everything was bright and very comfortable. The shared bathrooms were very clean. There is a little sitting area downstairs with coffee and tea, and in the mornings, a self serve (free) breakfast. As this is a relatively large guesthouse, it is usually staffed during the daytime. But the best thing was the bicycles for hire, directly from the guesthouse, at just 500 JPY per day, including a helmet! It is little advertised on their site, but I was delighted when I saw the bicycles and hired one right away, so I could start my sightseeing early and efficiently. They may not be fancy bikes, but my three-gear shopping bike was well-maintained and carried me many miles through Kyoto, much faster than the bus.

Anja

They posted relevant and changing things on a notice board, eg. a light show that was on for winter, a sale on clothing brand, a market. Everything a traveller and tourist might want! Breakfast was so nice, opportunity to have real coffee and fresh fruit and yoghurt. Every touch was great, like there's washing machines and places to hang clothes up on the roof. Always water and tea available to take, and nice areas to socialise and read if you want to, including travel books and novels in English, Japanese, and a few other languages. Our private room with ensuite was modern and clean. Maki our host was amazing, she and Sim seem like really interesting people. By chance realised I had stayed in one of their previous guesthouses in Chengdu, same peaceful and friendly vibes. Great beer and sake bar down the street called the Windmill, he had great music, and local recommendations for food also. Is clearly a guesthouse for made by travellers, for travellers. Best place we stayed out of 6 in Japan.

Jade

I had an incredible stay at this charming guesthouse, which was perfectly located near all the major sightseeing spots. The convenience of being so close to everything made exploring the area so much easier. The breakfast was a delightful start to each day, with unlimited fresh fruits, yoghurt, coffee, juice, and breads with butter and a variety of jams—simple but delicious! What truly set this stay apart was the hospitality. The family running the guesthouse went above and beyond to make our visit memorable. They were not only kind and welcoming but also very helpful and informative, always offering great local tips. Throughout our time there, they treated us like part of their family, making us feel right at home. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a warm, welcoming, and convenient stay!

Payal

Only about ten minutes by bus away from the train station and nearly just at the foot of the mountain where the most famous temple situated so I had a rare chance to visit the temple in the mornings before the big crowds. At meanwhile the guesthouse was such a lovely place to stay that I had everything I needed plus with excellent travel recommendations from the super nice managers and the staffs which made my days in Kyoto just amazing! They do offer free breakfast also. Oh, and my room was more spacious than I thought, and exceptional clean and quiet therefore I had peaceful nights for my sleep. Definitely will book this place again when I visit back in Kyoto!

Faye

Location

509-2 Shimouma-Machi, Higashiyama-Ku , Kyoto, 605-0873, Japan

Reservations:

+1-833-728-2041