Kyoto Wakouan Retro Stay
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Why people book this hotel
“Junko is a great host who very clearly loves the house and teaching people about…”
“Jungko was very helpful in organising a taxi for us”
“My room with private toilet is convince for me during stay, and with a lovely ga…”
“decent sized room and storage, and not many people sharing the bathroom”
“Fantastic location, host and room”
“great residential location with lots of transport links, restaurants and superma…”
“Just need to clean up the dust at the corner side and wall”
“The host (and cleaning lady) were very nice people and helped me with all I need…”
“Accomodation 5/5 Personal: 5/5 Room: 5/5 Price: 5/5 Ps”
“The garden was amazing and it was great to have breakfast out on the balcony”
Overview
In the Kita Ward district of Kinugasa, close to Kinkaku-ji Temple, Kyoto Wakouan Retro Stay has a garden and a washing machine. The air-conditioned accommodation is 800 metres from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine. The aparthotel features family rooms. With a shared bathroom, units at the aparthotel also have free WiFi, while selected rooms here will provide you with a terrace. If you would rather not eat out, you can make use of the kitchen facilities. Nijo Castle is 3.2 km from the aparthotel, while Kyoto Imperial Palace is 3.8 km away. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 49 km from Kyoto Wakouan Retro Stay.
Traveller reviews
Tiffany
solo_traveller
June 1, 2026
My room with private toilet is convince for me during stay, and with a lovely garden view. However, the room is so close to the main entrance, a bit loud someone open and close the wooden door during day and night time. But the room facilities are all comfortable. Just need to clean up the dust at the corner side and wall.
Lucas
solo_traveller
November 20, 2025
Junko-san is a really kind and nice person. When I first arrived she has offered me tea right away whilst I was filling out the check in form. Even with language barrier she was really patient with me and even explained story behind her garden and meaning of the chants I could hear early morning. Definitely a pleasant stay and if by any chance I make it to Japan and Kyoto again, I am gonna stay here again. Accomodation 5/5 Personal: 5/5 Room: 5/5 Price: 5/5 Ps.: Cats are lovely but be aware they take prisoners by sitting at the persons lap not letting them out for sightseeing.
Tatiana
solo_traveller
November 16, 2025
Thank you for your kindness! I love your perfect place! Yamato-san personal love!
Matthew
solo_traveller
November 13, 2025
Fantastic location, host and room. Easy check in and out and good communication from the host.
Sadie
couple
November 9, 2025
owner was lovely and welcoming. great residential location with lots of transport links, restaurants and supermarkets. decent sized room and storage, and not many people sharing the bathroom.
Roger
solo_traveller
May 14, 2025
It was what I'd call a tradition Japanese guesthouse. I enjoyed the experience and had all the facilities that I needed. The host (and cleaning lady) were very nice people and helped me with all I needed. Loved the view from my window over the garden and into the neighbourhood. Definitely stay again.
Skye
extended_group
May 5, 2025
“Beautiful traditional house and a kind host, would stay again!”
The house is beautiful! Felt very homely and it was great to look around and explore. The house is away from the main road so it was quiet at night. The other guests we met were very respectful. Junko is a great host who very clearly loves the house and teaching people about the culture of Kyoto. She gave us a tour and we loved it!
Aantjie
couple
April 23, 2025
“It was not what I had anticipated.”
Accessibility to local transport. Jungko was very helpful in organising a taxi for us.
Koh
couple
November 24, 2024
“Traditional stay”
A big supermarket and a station nearby
Sophie
solo_traveller
October 6, 2024
The host was incredibly nice and welcoming
Shivani
solo_traveller
September 15, 2024
If you want to experience japanese tradition, please make sure you stay here. The host is amazing, hosted me a tea ceremony, shared her experiences, listened to mine along with her friends. Besttt stay in japan for me
chunyu
solo_traveller
August 4, 2024
Very nice and warm welcome by the owner 😃
tan
solo_traveller
May 7, 2024
“A perfect stay for 2 days!!!”
So lovely!!! All nice!!!
Elizabeth
solo_traveller
April 25, 2024
“The perfect base!”
Ability to be independent and enjoy being within a Japanese home at the same time. Amazingly good location. Perfect base for exploring anywhere, anytime of day. Buses run till late. Great restaurants nearby. Incredible host who is kind and knowledgeable.
Daniel
family_with_children
April 16, 2024
“The owner was very accommodating which made our stay and memoriable experience.”
It is situated in a place where most of the tourist sites are within walking distance.
Camilo
solo_traveller
April 5, 2024
“Feeling right at home at Wakouan retro stay”
The house was a traditional home adapted for hosting travel. Kuroda san didn't spare any time for helping understand anything and was ver accommodating to my questions. The rooms and everything are neatly cleaned everyday.
Jarrett
family_with_children
April 3, 2024
The traditional feel of the house, the owner was very friendly and she was super helpful, and it’s a great location to be close to the temples and palace
Marvin
couple
November 20, 2023
Great Host and nice room. The public bath and washing machine was very useful.
Leandro Frutos
solo_traveller
November 7, 2023
Good
Sara
extended_group
October 28, 2023
“Beautiful and cozy historicnhomenin Kyoto”
It was a beautiful historic home located within walking distance of two of Kyoto's well-known shrines. Our host, and her two cat staff, were incredibly friendly and made our stay feel like a home. Everything was clean,.comfortable and it was easy to come and go as we pleased. The garden was amazing and it was great to have breakfast out on the balcony. Highly recommend.
Facilities
General
Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Heating, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, WiFi available in all areas
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Garden, Terrace
Apartment with Balcony
The fully equipped kitchen features a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The apartment provides air conditioning, a washing machine, a terrace with garden views as well as a shared bathroom featuring a bath. The unit offers 1 bed and 1 futon.
Apartment with Garden View
The apartment offers air conditioning, a washing machine, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. In the kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The apartment features tatami floors and provides a wardrobe, an electric kettle and garden views. The unit offers 2 futons.
Apartment with Mountain View
The apartment features air conditioning, a washing machine, as well as a shared bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. Guests can make meals in the kitchen that features a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. Among the room amenities are a wardrobe, an electric kettle and heating as well as a quiet street view. The unit has 1 bed.
Superior Apartment
Guests can make meals in the kitchen that features a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The apartment features air conditioning, a washing machine, as well as a shared bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. The unit has 2 futons.
Budget Double Room
The double room provides air conditioning, a washing machine, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. In the well-equipped kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The double room features tatami floors and features a wardrobe, an electric kettle and a quiet street view. The unit offers 2 beds.
Double Room with Balcony
The well-equipped kitchen features a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The double room offers air conditioning, a washing machine, a terrace with garden views as well as a shared bathroom featuring a bath. The unit offers 2 beds.
Budget Single Room
The single room provides air conditioning, a washing machine, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. Guests can make meals in the kitchen that is equipped with a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The single room features tatami floors and features a wardrobe, an electric kettle and a quiet street view. The unit offers 1 bed.
Deluxe Single Room
The single room offers air conditioning, a washing machine, as well as a shared bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. In the kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The single room has tatami floors and features a wardrobe, an electric kettle and garden views. The unit has 1 bed.
Large Single Room
Guests can make meals in the kitchen that is equipped with a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The single room provides air conditioning, a washing machine, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
Single Room
The fully equipped kitchen has a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The single room offers air conditioning, a washing machine, as well as a shared bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. The unit has 1 bed.
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