Hotel Analysis
Based on 5 sites · 1,032 reviews
A modest pension in Kyoto's Higashiyama area. Guests frequently mention the staff's kindness across review sites. The owner or manager takes good care of them.
Rooms feel like an old building but are well-maintained and clean, with comfortable tatami or beds. Within walking distance of Philosopher's Path and Ginkaku-ji makes sightseeing easy. Nearby convenience stores and bus stops make stays convenient.
Some reviews note room odors, dim lighting, and shared bathroom time limits as drawbacks. Steep stairs and slippery slippers are also mentioned.
Suitable for budget travelers like university exam takers, business trips, or solo explorers seeking quiet stays.
Strengths
Staff are very kind and attentive, repeated across sites
Rooms are clean and comfortable due to good cleaning
Walking distance to Philosopher's Path and Ginkaku-ji for easy sightseeing
Nearby convenience stores and bus stops make movement easy
Good to Know
Old building smell or mustiness noted in some reviews
Dim room lighting makes work difficult
Shared bathroom time limits and steep stairs are inconvenient
Recommended For
Solo travelers — Small cozy rooms and kind staff make solo stays comfortable, frequently mentioned
Business travelers — Near universities with affordable rates and bright tatami tables good for study/work
Budget travelers — Good value, clean, and cheap across sites
Ratings by Booking Site
Overall 7.9/10 · 5 sites · Based on 995 reviews
Guest Reviews
4 booking sites · 995 reviews
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FAQ
Typically, check-in starts at 3:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Please contact the hotel directly for exact times.
Pension Kitashirakawa has received a rating of 7.9/10 from 517 guests.
