Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西

2.0 star property
Guesthouse in Kyoto, near Nijō Castle

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Exclusive Triple Room | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Elite Triple Room | Living area | TV
Reception
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
132 Kanbeecho Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto, 602-8047
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Nijō Castle
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Nishiki Market
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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Room options

Comfort Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Classic Quadruple Room

  • 560 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Classic Double Room

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Elite Triple Room

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Exclusive Triple Room

  • 441 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Located in Central Kyoto within a short walk of Kyoto Imperial Palace, Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西 is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Nijō Castle. The 5 rooms at this guesthouse include electric kettles, TVs, and desk chairs.

What's nearby

  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Nijō Castle - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Shijo Street - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Kyoto University - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Nijo Station - 2 min drive
  • Marutamachi Station - 10 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪満る市 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪笑麺 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪麩嘉 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪近江屋清右衛門 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪紫藤花 - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西

Guesthouse in Kyoto, near Nijō Castle
At Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas.
25-inch TVs are available for entertainment, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Electric kettles, desks, and wardrobes or closets are also available.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 25-inch TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 200-1,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Forest Gardian Hotel 京都御所西
Forest Guardian 京都御所西 Kyoto
Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西 Kyoto
Forest Gardian Hotel Kyoto Goshonishi
Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西 Guesthouse
Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西 Guesthouse Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西?

Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西 offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do close to Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西?

This guesthouse is situated in Central Kyoto within a short 12-minute walk of Kyoto Imperial Palace and also 17 minutes on foot from Nijō Castle. You'll also find Kiyomizu Temple and Fushimi Inari Shrine within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西?

No, this guesthouse doesn't offer parking.

Does Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西 feature a casino at the property?

No, Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西 doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西 a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this guesthouse include a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, and slippers.

Does Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西 have a hot tub?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西 have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西 doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西 allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西.

Does Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西 have connecting rooms?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西?

The closest major airport to Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西 is Itami Airport (ITM), which is about 23.8 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西?

No, at Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.

Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西 Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kurt

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
If you are Japanese this is a very nice hotel with a hassle free self checkin. Avoid room 101 because you will be awaken whenever a guest on the upper floors drains their tub. If you hold a foreign passport look for another hotel. I will spare you the problems I had getting mine to them. Just look for a hotel with a human at the front desk. Good advice throughout Japan.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved the spaciousness and convenience to subway and imperial palace gardens.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Gerry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and well looked after. Beds were a bit hard to sleep on and confusing instructions regarding disposal of garbage. Shower/bathing area excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved that the room was extremely spacious and clean and that the beds were very comfortable. However it was very cold in the room with not much insulation so we definitely had to layer up to stay warm even with the heater on.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jeyad

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
キーボックスが屋外で暗く、番号合わせに苦労しました。 その他は快適でした。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Heidi Beate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chisato

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

???

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

くるみ

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
内装はとても良く、満足でしたが、清掃に入っていただけませんでした。また、レンジがなかったです。清掃の札を下げておいたのに、何故清掃に入っていただけなかったのか不思議です。ただ、内装が可愛く、清潔感もあったので全体的には良いです。周りも不便という程ではなかったです。
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024