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The Villa Soso

Property class: 2.5

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5721 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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465 Wakamiya-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8120
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kyoto Tower
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Kyoto Station Building
    ‪12 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Located in Shimogyo Ward, this vacation home is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Kyoto Tower and Sanjusangen-do Temple. The 2 rooms at this vacation home include kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves.
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What's nearby

  • Kawaramachi Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Higashi Honganji Temple - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Sanjusangen-do Temple - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kyoto Tower - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kyoto Station Building - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Gojo Station - 6 min walk
  • Kiyomizu-gojo Station - 7 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪蕎麦の実よしむら (Sobanomi Yoshimura) - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Söt Coffee Roaster Kyoto - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Kyoto Beer Lab - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪tsumugi cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Craft Beer & Pizza 100K - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Villa Soso

Guests staying at this vacation home enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a garden. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchenette and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a flat-screen TV with Netflix. Beds sport premium bedding and the bathroom offers a hair dryer and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include a washer/dryer, a coffee maker, and a laptop-compatible safe. Weekly housekeeping is available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Netflix

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Limited-hour front desk

Location highlights

  • Near a metro station
  • Near a train station

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 2 floors
  • 2 units
  • 4 buildings
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 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.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 4 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 20
The front desk is available during limited hours.

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 credit card for incidental charges and 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 cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

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.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Villa Soso House Kyoto
Villa Soso House
Villa Soso Kyoto
Villa Soso
The Villa Soso Kyoto
The Villa Soso Private vacation home
The Villa Soso Private vacation home Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at this vacation home?

This vacation home provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Villa Soso?

As of Aug 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Villa Soso on Aug 28, 2026 start from $187, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Shimogyo Ward within a short 1-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street and also 12 minutes on foot from Kyoto Tower. You'll also find Shijo Street and Nishiki Market less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Villa Soso?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is The Villa Soso good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include premium bedding, Netflix, and a kitchenette.

Are there hot tubs at The Villa Soso?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at The Villa Soso?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Itami Airport (ITM), which is 27.7 mi away (57 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Villa Soso?

No, you won't find house with balconies at The Villa Soso.

The Villa Soso Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The staff was very responsive and helpful with our digital communications, and we really appreciate the free chopsticks. We apologize that we had accidentally left them in our room, but nonetheless, we appreciate the kind gesture. We hope to stay here again the next time we’re in Kyoto!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vinh

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The villa was as described in a very convenient location in between Kyoto station and the main market area. They are about a 15-20 min walk away or a quick taxi ride. He allowed us to store luggage early and also even allowed us to store luggage after checkout while we waited for our train. We had everything needed during our stay and our villa was stocked and cleaned once in the middle of the stay which was great. The washer dryer was a big reason we booked it and we made use of that. Communication with the host was quick and upon realizing I left a portable charge behind a couple days after checkout, he was quick to find it and leave it out for retrieval. He went above and beyond and strongly recommend booking!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Atsushi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
大変綺麗で良かったです
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

文句なしの良い宿

新築のように綺麗で清潔で、また部屋が和のデザインということで非常にリラックスできました。帰り際には彼女とここに住みたいと話していました(笑) また京都に行く際は利用させてもらおうと考えています。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
檜風呂が最高でした。 ただシャワーの使い方がよく分からなかったです。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Kyoto Machiya

Clean, well designed, traditional but new Kyoto machiya. Good opportunity to experience Japanese life. Especially enjoyed the tiny courtyard garden. Only issue was the water pressure which was lacking. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Myplace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

너무 만족스러워요~~~~^^

넘 만족스런 장소였어요~ 부모님 모시고 가는 여행이라 신중하게 고른 숙소였는데 너무 만족하셨어요~ 사진과 같이 깔끔하고요~ 집안에 조그마한 정원이있는데 새소리도 들리고~ 침구상태도 최상이었어요~ 위치는 교토역주변이어서 관광지 이동하기도 편했구요~ 조용한 동네라서 호텔과는 다른 경험할수있어서 좋았어요~ 부모님께서 교토 숙소가 기억에 남는다고 여러번 말씀하시네요~ 좋은추억 만들수있어서 좋았습니다
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019