Pension Kitashirakawa

2.5 star property
Pension in Kyoto, near Kyoto University

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Lobby sitting area
Japanese 4Bed Room (Shared bath & toilet) | Desk, WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Desk, WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Kitashirakawa-kami-betto-cho 5, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 606-8275
  • Place, Philosopher's Path
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Ginkaku-ji Temple
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Kyoto University
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

Japanese Single Room (with bath & toilet)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Futon

Japanese Twin Room (with bath & toilet)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

Triple Room (with bath & toilet)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Triple Room (Shared bath & toilet)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Japanese 4Bed Room (Shared bath & toilet)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

Twin Room (Shared bath & toilet)

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

4Bed Room (Shared bath & toilet)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

Single Room (Shared bath & toilet)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Single Room (with bath & toilet)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Located in Sakyo Ward, Pension Kitashirakawa is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Philosopher's Path and Ginkaku-ji Temple.

What's nearby

  • Philosopher's Path - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Ginkaku-ji Temple - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kyoto University - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kawaramachi Street - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Heian Shrine - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Keage Station - 4 min drive
  • Mototanaka Station - 15 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪あかつき - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪福仙楼北白川店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪ワールドコーヒーショップ 白川本店 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪東龍 北白川店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪ジュネス - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Pension Kitashirakawa

Pension in Kyoto, near Kyoto University
Pension Kitashirakawa features free WiFi in public areas and a water dispenser. Self parking is offered for JPY 1000 per night. Friendly staff can provide luggage storage, and also offer advice about sightseeing.
For entertainment, guests can enjoy TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Desks are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (JPY 1,000 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The entrance to the property closes between 10:30 PM and 6 AM. Guests are not permitted to enter or leave the property during this time.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

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.

  • Self parking fee: JPY 1000 per night

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 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 cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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 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.
  • This property accepts 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

Pension Kitashirakawa Kyoto
Kitashirakawa Kyoto
Pension Kitashirakawa Kyoto
Pension Kitashirakawa Pension
Pension Kitashirakawa Pension Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Pension Kitashirakawa?

Pension Kitashirakawa offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Pension Kitashirakawa?

As of Nov 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pension Kitashirakawa on Dec 9, 2025 start from $47.5, excluding 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's there to do within easy reach of Pension Kitashirakawa?

This pension is situated in Sakyo Ward within a short 10-minute walk of Philosopher's Path and also 13 minutes on foot from Ginkaku-ji Temple. You'll also find Kawaramachi Street and Heian Shrine within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this pension?

Yes, parking is offered for JPY 1,000 per night.

Does Pension Kitashirakawa have a casino at the property?

No, Pension Kitashirakawa doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Pension Kitashirakawa?

No, there is no indoor pool at this pension.

What do couples enjoy most about Pension Kitashirakawa?

Amenities at this pension that appeal to couples include separate bathtubs and showers and slippers in some accommodations.

Are there hot tubs at Pension Kitashirakawa?

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

Does Pension Kitashirakawa have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Pension Kitashirakawa doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Pension Kitashirakawa allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Pension Kitashirakawa.

Does this pension have connecting rooms?

No, this pension doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Pension Kitashirakawa?

The closest major airport to Pension Kitashirakawa is Itami Airport (ITM), which is about 25.9 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Pension Kitashirakawa?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Pension Kitashirakawa.

Reviews

Pension Kitashirakawa Reviews

7.8

Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 44 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sudhanshu Kumar

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Too little comfort

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Lamin Mai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

2/10 Terrible

Cleo

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Terrible customer service from owner's mother

At check-in, I was not informed shower is only open from 6PM - 11PM and 6AM - 10AM. So, I woke up late next morning and took a shower at 11AM. The next day, I did the same at around 10AM. There was a cleaning lady and I asked if I can take a shower. Then, out of no where an older lady rush in and scream at me in my face and she check everything and shoo me away. The Host later explained to me that is her mother and the mother was angry because she has to clean up after my late shower the day before. I did not understand the policy since it was not explained to me. The mother did not apology. I was not happy with the customer service. The host, however, is very apologetic and agree to refund my 1 night stay because I cancel my reservation after the incident. There is also a curfew at 10PM the front door will lock so you need to be back in the building at 10PM

8/10 Good

????

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
閑静な住宅に囲まれた立地で夜は静かでした。市バスへのアクセスもよく、観光に便利でした。
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

??

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
金額で考えたら申し分ないです 観光するにも悪くないエリアだし良かったです
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

コウリョウ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

れん

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sungtak

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Naoko

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
初めて利用します。甥っ子の大学の卒展で京都で一泊しました。 宿泊当日、チェックインが非常に遅い時間になりましたが嫌な顔せず対応してくださり本当に助かりました。 また利用したいと思います。

8/10 Good

Shih Yuan

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Très bon séjour, service simple et efficace
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

FUMIHIKO

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

なおやす

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
京都大学に近い宿泊施設なので、便利でした。門限が午後10:30のため、管理人さんの就寝時間に気を配る必要があります。でも、普通のホテルよりも安価に宿泊できるので助かりました。
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Masayuki

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Pascale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Petite pension simple mais bien située et plutôt confortable
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

入試のため利用しました

息子が入試で利用させて頂きました。 リーズナブルで立地もよく助かりました。 とても静かだったようで、落ち着いて過ごせたようです。 宿の方が受験利用に慣れていらして荷物の預かり、質問にも丁寧にご回答いただき安心してお世話になることができました。
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

RATNESH, NAGOYA

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Eisuke

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタッフの方がしんせつ
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

スージー

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
丁寧な対応をしていただきました
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019