Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel

1.0 star property
Hostel in Kyoto, steps from Kawaramachi Street

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Bicycling
Double Room, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, minibar, soundproofing, free WiFi
Reception
Living area
Front of property

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
133-1 Umenokicho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto, 604-0905
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Nishiki Market
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Kyoto University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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Room options

Twin Room, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Single Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Quadruple Room, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Double Room, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Located in Downtown Kyoto, Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel is adjacent to Kawaramachi Street and within a 15-minute walk of popular sights like Pontocho Alley. Each of the 51 rooms at this hostel includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and a minibar.

What's nearby

  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Heian Shrine - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Nijō Castle - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Kyoto University - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Jingu-marutamachi Station - 7 min walk
  • Shiyakusho-mae Station - 7 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪pbp - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪一保堂茶舗 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪ASSEMBLAGES KAKIMOTO - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪SCHOOL BUS COFFEE STOP KYOTO - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪蕎麦 ろうじな - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel

Hostel in Kyoto, steps from Kawaramachi Street
At Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers, free toiletries, and slippers. Refrigerators, microwaves, and minibars are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Japanese

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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

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Rice cooker
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

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.

Optional extras

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

  • Towels fee: JPY 100 (or guests may bring their own)

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, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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 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, debit cards, and cash.

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

Kyoto Hive Hostel Kyoto
Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE Hostel
Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel Kyoto
Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Downtown Kyoto within a short 1-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street and also 13 minutes on foot from Pontocho Alley. You'll also find Kyoto Imperial Palace and Nishiki Market less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel?

Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Does Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel include a casino?

No, Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel?

Amenities at this hostel that appeal to couples include a minibar and slippers.

Are there hot tubs at Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel?

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

Does Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel.

Does Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel have connecting rooms?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel?

The closest major airport to Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel is Itami Airport (ITM), which is about 24.2 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel?

No, you won't find rooms with balconies at Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel.

Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JUSTIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were super friendly and were open to helping me practice Japanese. Very accommodating, and clean, with spacious rooms.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
You get a no thrills clean experience that is dirt cheap relatively
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kane, Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an extremely well-priced option for a stay in Kyoto, in an accessible but quiet part of the city that is still close enough to be convenient, but far away from the maddening crowds. Great hostel facilities, clean, spacious, comfortable, with all the necessities well looked after, and completely functional. The guests were all very respectable and there are no unnecessary frills. Would much rather stay here than any chain business hotel. One note is that I'm a sento/onsen addict, and although there aren't any on premises, there are a few nearby in the neighbourhood -- great way to get to know the vibe of the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Petter

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

tomoyo

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manabu

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great! So reasonble!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025