Yadoya Kyoto Shimogamo
Sakyo-ku Shimogamo Kibunecho 108-1
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Why people book this hotel
“Everything, as soon as we arrived we were welcomed by the host with a tea ceremo…”
“Amazing house and great host”
“Great breakfast”
“Hiro's breakfasts were interesting and varied, and the children were really look…”
“You can do your tea ceremony at home in the room with a samurai and the traditio…”
“comfortable sleeping conditions in the room”
“proximity to tourist locations 4”
“The location is quiet and residential but near a large temple”
“The whole property was clean, tidy and we loved the little Japanese traditional …”
“The house is charming, spacious, clean, thoughtfully decorated and equipped with…”
“Com setting the filter Only 5 star object when choosing a hotel with a price per…”
Overview
Situated in Kyoto, 3 km from Kyoto Imperial Palace and 3.9 km from Heian Shrine, Yadoya Kyoto Shimogamo offers an open-air bath and air conditioning. This 5-star holiday home offers a 24-hour front desk and a housekeeping service. The holiday home also features free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. The spacious holiday home has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with quiet street views. Laundry service is also available. Guests can also relax in the garden. Kinkaku-ji Temple is 4.1 km from the holiday home, while Shugakuin Imperial Villa is 4.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 51 km from Yadoya Kyoto Shimogamo.
Traveller reviews
Claudia
family_with_children
April 10, 2026
“Outstanding”
Everything, as soon as we arrived we were welcomed by the host with a tea ceremony and taiyaki grilled on the small open fire area. The whole property was clean, tidy and we loved the little Japanese traditional features mixed with western comforts. The baths were run on arrival and it was so lovely after a busy day to get in the outside bath and relax. I can not fault the accommodation. We will definitely come and stay again. Also I forgot the morning bento boxes were stunning, just an amazing stay and memories made
Virginia
family_with_children
April 8, 2026
“Samurai house in Kyoto”
Amazing house and great host. You can do your tea ceremony at home in the room with a samurai and the traditional fire. The owner is very welcoming and available for all needs you may have.
Brian
extended_group
January 14, 2026
“Perfect!”
Amazing place with everything you could ask for: Two baths! Heated floor! A samurai sword! Great breakfast! Also, the host (Hiro) was super nice.
Kirrin
family_with_children
November 30, 2025
“Exquisite traditional Japanese home to remember always”
Exquisite ambiance.
Cintia
family_with_children
October 11, 2025
“Amazing place! Highly recommend”
From the moment we arrived, Hiro made us feel at home with a warm and luxurious welcome that included a tea ceremony. The house is charming, spacious, clean, thoughtfully decorated and equipped with everything we needed. The washing machine is excellent. Hiro's breakfasts were interesting and varied, and the children were really looking forward to finding out what meal awaited them in the morning. In addition, the communication with Hiro was excellent, he is available and helps with everything we need, including receiving and sending luggage. And the onsen is so pleasant! We used it every evening. In short - the best place we stayed in Japan! Highly recommended.
Hermione
couple
April 15, 2025
“We had a wonderful experience.”
Tho most beautiful apartment which lived up to all the pictures.
Marcelo
family_with_children
January 8, 2025
“Amazing Japanese experience in Kyoto with superb host”
Amazing facilities, traditional Japanese experience., amazing host, Japanese Onse (spa) outside and inside, Japanese bento breakfast, heated floors, traditional tea area, washer and dryer
Ilyas
family_with_children
July 23, 2024
“Dark cave”
What we usually expect when booking accommodation on booking. Com setting the filter Only 5 star object when choosing a hotel with a price per night around 500 dollars 1.excellent varied breakfast with hot dishes 2.varied high-quality service from the hotel 3.proximity to tourist locations 4.comfortable sleeping conditions in the room
Kinga
couple
July 16, 2024
The location is quiet and residential but near a large temple. The host is very friendly, and responsive. He made some tea and also brought breakfast. Lastly, the breakfast was very delicious!
isabella
family_with_children
May 14, 2024
“Once in a lifetime stay. Just a dream!”
Honestly, this stay was the highlight of our holiday; staying in this house was a dream. Hiro, the owner, is the kindest person in the world and adds a special touch to everything. Our stay was simply perfect, and I cannot recommend this place enough. It was a once-in-a-lifetime experience, truly the best. I also loved the area of the house, the neighborhood is authentic and so beautiful.
Matthew
family_with_children
May 14, 2024
“Lovely traditional place to stay which gives a lovely introduction to Japanese culture and food.”
This is the second time I stayed here. The host is wonderful taking a lot of trouble to make sure everything is excellent.
Mario Scutti
extended_group
April 24, 2024
“Top of the best”
Shaun
family_with_children
April 12, 2024
“A highlight of our first visit to Japan”
Hiro was an amazing host! He met us on arrival and treated us to a traditional tea ceremony with marshmallows, which the kids loved. He has created a unique experience that marries the traditional and cultural elements of Japan with the comforts of modern western living. Being able to sleep on traditional Japanese beds, experience the outdoor bath, and eat the wonderful Japanese breakfasts were a highlight of our trip. While the location is residential, it is within easy reach of transport links (5 minute walk to the closest bus stop), convenience stores, and restaurants. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend a stay here, and would love to visit again! Thank you, Hiro!
Nm
family_with_children
April 5, 2024
“Fantastic stay in Kyoto”
This guesthouse was as great as all the other reviews said. Hiro-san, the owner, met us on arrival, explained patiently everything and was extremely helpful to recommend restaurants, etc. The property is clean, beautiful with a lot of thought for detail and comfort. It has very modern equipment, a beautiful private Japanese bath on the terrace which was great after lots of walking around in Kyoto. It is located in a more residential area, but there is a bus stop a few minutes away, so getting to places was not difficult. We appreciated that it was a bit away from the crowds. There were restaurants and shops in the area. We liked our Japanese breakfasts as well. Truly, it was a gem.
Andrea
family_with_children
December 26, 2023
“Hiro was kind, welcoming, and made our stay that more memorable. We highly recommend staying here.”
We wanted to stay in an authentic Japanese house, and this was an antique home with all modern updates - there was nothing to be improved. The outdoor onsen was perfect way to relax after a busy day of traveling/sightseeing.
Asma
family_with_children
November 23, 2023
“An incredible stay here with a wonderful host, Hiro who took great care of us! The place is stunning with traditional Ja”
EVERYTHING!
Morgan
family_with_children
August 14, 2023
The Owner is a very nice person, teach us how to make matcha. Decoration is impressive with a lot of interesting small things. We enjoy a lot, bathroom and other facilities is very clean and easy to use.
Stéphane
family_with_children
April 14, 2023
“Great experience. High recommendation”
We have been welcomed by the owner. He was very helpful and spend time to explain the important things to know. Excellent breakfast
Facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Activities
Open-air bath, Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Special diet menus (on request)
General
Adult only, Bicycle parking, Heating, Safety deposit box, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Garden
Parking
Free parking, Parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Safety & security
Smoke alarms, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Services
Daily housekeeping, Grocery deliveries, 24-hour front desk, Laundry, Express check-in/check-out
Two-Bedroom Suite
This spacious 99 square metre suite has a spa bath, dining area and tile/marble floor. The suite comes equipped with 2 small double beds.
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