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Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo

3.0 star property
Hotel in Kyoto, 4-minute walk to Shijo Street

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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Honryusuicho 768, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8462
  • Place, Shijo Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Nishiki Market
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Room options

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Refined Designer Twin/Triple (Non-smoking)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Signature Suite (Non-smoking) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Signature Suite (Non-smoking)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 581 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds

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Signature Family Suite (Non-smoking) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Signature Family Suite (Non-smoking)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 441 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds

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Essential Twin (Non-smoking) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Essential Twin (Non-smoking)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Essential tatami Room up to 3 futon beds (Non-smoking) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Essential tatami Room up to 3 futon beds (Non-smoking)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

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Essential tatami Large Room up to 4 futon beds (Non-smoking) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Essential tatami Large Room up to 4 futon beds (Non-smoking)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Signature Double Room (Non-smoking) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Signature Double Room (Non-smoking)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Essential Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Signature Family Suite

  • Sleeps 5

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Signature Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Essential Japanese Twin/Triple (Non-smoking) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Essential Japanese Twin/Triple (Non-smoking)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Futon

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Floor plan

Essential Japanese Twin/Triple (Non-Smoking)

  • Sleeps 3

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Floor plan

Signature Suite (Non-Smoking)

  • Sleeps 5

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Essential Tatami Large Room Up To 4 Futon Beds (Non-Smoking)

  • Sleeps 4

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Refined Designer Twin/Triple (Non-Smoking)

  • Sleeps 3

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Essential Tatami Room Up To 3 Futon Beds (Non-Smoking)

  • Sleeps 3

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About the neighborhood

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Located in Shimogyo Ward, Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo is within a 5-minute walk of Shijo Street and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Nishiki Market. This 38-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like sitting areas, refrigerators, and electric kettles.

What's nearby

  • Shijo Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kawaramachi Street - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Nijō Castle - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Pontocho Alley - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Shijo Station - 7 min walk
  • Gojo Station - 10 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Goodman Roaster - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kimono Tea House Maikoya - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Terminal Kyoto - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ailes 新町 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪町家四川 星月夜 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo

Hotel in Kyoto, 4-minute walk to Shijo Street
Guests of Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo enjoy free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and laundry facilities. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage, and offer advice about sights and eateries nearby. This hotel also has a vending machine.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 40-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, bidets, and slippers. Sitting areas, refrigerators, and electric kettles are also standard. Weekly housekeeping is available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: JPY 3000

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Guests are recommended to download the property's Kabin - Explore, IRL mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • One child 3 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, when using existing bedding

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.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: JPY 3000 (subject to availability)

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, 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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.
Property Registration Number 京都府指令保医セ第425

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Wayfarer Kyoto Shijo Kyoto
Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo Hotel
Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo Kyoto
Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo Hotel Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo?

Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do near Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo?

This hotel is situated in Shimogyo Ward within a short 4-minute walk of Shijo Street and also 14 minutes on foot from Nishiki Market. You'll also find Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo include a casino on the premises?

No, Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including slippers in each guestroom plus city views and slippers in some.

Does Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo have a hot tub?

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

Does Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo.

Does Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo?

The closest major airport to Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo is Itami Airport (ITM), which is about 23 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo?

Yes, some guestrooms at Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo offer a balcony and may feature city views.

Reviews

Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 146 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 146 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 146 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 146 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Fannie

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yanbin, Portland

Traveled with family
Very clean and large room compared to small rooms generally in Japan. Clean and next to train station.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Japanese traditional style room is gorgeous. Roomy and comfortable. Quite a walk to subway station and food. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Simple, efficient, great location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place. Bathtub shower combo leaves a bit to be desired. But everything else was great
Stayed 11 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

RENE JASON

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an authentic Japanese Tatami style o sleeping and is priced affordably!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bijeta

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a comfortable stay in Wayfarer hotel. Staff were very kind and helpful. We didn’t had any communication issues with the staff, hotel was foreigner friendly. Only one night my next door neighbour was loud otherwise overall lovely stay. Would come back again if we visit Japan in future.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for a family of 5 - large room, convenient location, super helpful and friendly staff. Bag forwarding company next door. Perfect stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

jose

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

Kyoto

The area is good with access to metro and buses. Nice places to have breakfast at a few blocks.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jonah

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
this was the worst place ive ever stayed at in my life there was hair on my bed from the previous peoples also the workers were weird and stared at my fiance and made her uncomfortable. also the price wasnt what was advertised complete trash place go somewhere else
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great location

Great location, quick walk to the metro and only a few stops to Kyoto Station. Bus stop right outside. Hotel allowed us to check in a little bit early as the room was ready which was appreciated. Check in using an ipad, staff on reception spoke immaculate english. Bed was very hard and only one pillow which was flat and not your normal pillow - more of a mesh filling. Needed some silicone round bath as shower water goes straight down side of bath. Only one bottle of water in room when arrive, after that need to buy your own if need any.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Reyna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check in after hours is not easy. Last service person leaves at 11p (23:00). I had to download an app and process my passports. Not a fun process after walking 30k steps. Other than that no complaints. Great location, nice staff, good size rooms, & clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the last leg of our 8 day trip to Japan and Wayfarer didn’t disappoint. Checking was easy, all the staff was very courteous and helpful. The room we stayed at was modern and had the perfect touches for a pleasant experience. The hotel is conveniently located in a quiet and safe neighborhood, within walking distance from the Nishiki Market (15 min walk). Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

jacob, jacksonville

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

yuliya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great costumer service.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

xuefeng, Arcadia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We got a very spacious room with 5 individual beds. The room is very nicely designed with two sleeping areas, a separate office corner with full privacy, and a little living area. My kids absolutely love it. It's the best hotel room we stayed during our Japan trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Shyamli

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are very small. We had a four person room and there was no space for our luggage. The photos are deceiving. The staff is rude and not interested in helping their guests. There are far too many hotels in Kyoto to settle for this one. We won’t be staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is big for 4 people. Comes with 5 beds. Short walk to shopping centre and food locations.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Kristen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The location of this hotel was amazing, but the hotel itself was somewhat lacking. There seems to be very limited soundproofing between rooms, so you have hear others’ conversations/loud footsteps above you. The tatami beds were also quite uncomfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Lina

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

Good

Hotel has a great location. It offers washer/dryer. Room space was good. bathroom was small. Easy check in/out.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay with public transit (bus stop) right in front of the building. Convenience stores within a five mins walk and main attractions within 15-20 mins walk. Rooms are clean and comfortable and comes with fridge and kettle. Private shower/tub combo with bidet. Room also had a balcony, which was a nice bonus feature. Friendly and knowledgeable staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value for the price.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an oasis in the desert for us after traveling for 22 hours, arriving at 8 pm, to find that the woman at the front desk was not only extremely kind and friendly, but also spoke English. I’m also extra grateful, because due to my own mistake, I had to make two separate bookings. I wasn’t looking forward to attempting to explain the situation after traveling for so long, so I was deeply grateful when I got there and they had not only noticed the problem ahead of time, but had also resolved it for me before I ever arrived. It was an excellent place to stay on top of that. The room was a lovely mix of traditional and modern, and it was in convenient walking distance of many food options, Kyoto Station, and the Kyoto Pokémon Center. If I ever come back to Kyoto, this is absolutely where I’ll stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hailey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Wayfarer was the perfect base to travel from and very clean and spacious. I could have spent my whole trip just relaxing in the space! The staff were also foreigner friendly and very knowledgeable and kind. Thoroughly enjoyed my stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

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