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WAYFARER Kyoto Shijo

Hotel Highlights

Welcome to WAYFARER Kyoto Shijo, your perfect launching pad for exploring the enchanting city of Kyoto! Nestled just 1.4mi from the buzzing city center, this 3-star gem offers a delightful retreat after a day of adventures. With prices starting from just $70, it's an affordable option that doesn’t skimp on charm or comfort, making it a go-to for both solo travelers and families alike.

Bed in WAYFARER Kyoto Shijo
Bed in WAYFARER Kyoto Shijo

Rooms

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1 Twin Bed

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290 sqft

Refined Designer, Twin

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Non-smoking rooms

The triple room includes a private bathroom, well-fitted with a bath, a shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. The air-conditioned triple room provides a flat-screen TV, a seating area, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as a quiet street view. The unit offers 3 beds.

Essential Tatami Family - Non-Smoking in WAYFARER Kyoto Shijo

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4 Futon Mat Beds

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290 sqft

Tatami Family

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

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Flat-screen TV

Indulge in the comfort of our Essential Tatami Family room, perfect for families seeking a smoke-free retreat. With ample space for 4 adults and 3 children, this room boasts a private bathroom, balcony with a view, bathtub, and a flat-screen TV, ensuring a delightful and relaxing stay for all.

Essential Twin - Non-Smoking in WAYFARER Kyoto Shijo

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2 Twin Beds

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280 sqft

Room - 2 Twin

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

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Flat-screen TV

Indulge in the comfort of our Essential Twin - Non-Smoking room, featuring spacious 280 sqft of space, private bathroom, balcony with a view, bathtub, flat-screen TV, and air conditioning, making it the perfect retreat for 2 adults and 1 child.

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Step into your cozy sanctuary where all the amenities you could wish for await. Enjoy complimentary Wifi to share your adventures and air conditioning to keep you cool after a day of sightseeing. Wake up to stunning mountain views or sip your morning coffee on your private balcony as the day unfolds. Each room is equipped with non-smoking comforts, plush free toiletries, and even a bidet and bathtub—perfect for unwinding after wandering through the serene temples and vibrant streets of Kyoto!

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Property building, Bed in WAYFARER Kyoto Shijo

Experience the Best

With an impressive 1,958 reviews, guests can’t stop raving about their experiences here. From the friendly atmosphere to the mesmerizing views, WAYFARER Kyoto Shijo promises an unforgettable stay. So gear up for a fantastic journey into the heart of Japan’s cultural treasure!

Bed in WAYFARER Kyoto Shijo
Bed in WAYFARER Kyoto Shijo

Plan Your Stay

Prepare to immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Japanese culture right from your base at WAYFARER Kyoto Shijo! Each evening, as you sip a refreshing beverage from a cozy spot on your private balcony, you'll be surrounded by stunning mountain vistas that transform with the setting sun. Spend your days exploring Kyoto’s timeless treasures—whether it's wandering through the iconic Arashiyama Bamboo Grove or tasting delicious street food in Nishiki Market, then retreat to your abode where serenity awaits.

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Amenities

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Mountain view

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

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Bathroom in WAYFARER Kyoto Shijo
Bathroom in WAYFARER Kyoto Shijo
Property building, Bed in WAYFARER Kyoto Shijo
Stayed at WAYFARER Kyoto Shijo for total of 4 nights. Check in quick and easy, with use of the Kabin app. The young lady (can't remember her name but she was South Korean born from USA) that served us on check in was brilliant. Very friendly and gave ideas for local places to eat. Room was large. 4 adults and 16month old were able to sleep comfortably in there. Full cleaning only occurred after 4 nights, but we were able to have rubbish bins emptied daily and also get fresh towels daily. Bus stop directly out the front and only short walk to Shijo train station. Local park/playground just up the road which was great for the 16 month old, and there was also a 24hr coin laundromat about 3 minute walk from the accommodation. Overall highly rate this place and would stay again if ever in Kyoto.

Andrew

we got the tatami style for our room. It was a nice experience. Need to adjust ourself though, since we are 55 and 60 so getting up after sitting on the floor is not as quick as getting of from a chair. But we like it. Room is spacious, bath room is good, and I like they have like an entrance part in the room where you can take off your shoes , so dirt not going into the main room. And we love the balcony that alowed fresh air into the room (it was in may, so weather was nice). love the very big cupboard too. All the staff at front desk speak good english, definetly a plus. Check inn process might be rather confusing if you are not used to modern tehnology (like us who are above 55), but as long as there is staff at front desk, they will be more then happy to assist you.

Maria

Hotel has a front desk so getting help is easy. There's an APP called Kabin that can speed up the check-in process so your room number and access code at your door is provided even before you arrive. The hotel is well located so it's approximately 5 minutes to bus stops, 10 minutes to subway, and plenty of places to eat nearby. Generally speaking hotels in Japan are small, room size of this hotel is above average. I actually liked that all three beds are single beds with separate linens (we are travelling with a daughter so we booked a family room), since the bed for 2 are usually tiny in Japan, at least with 3 single beds we can all have a good sleep at night.

Patrick

Great location close to both bus stops and train stations to get you anywhere you need to go in Kyoto; in walking distance to Nishiki Market, the Pokemon Center, and other bustling shopping streets. Located on a more quiet residential street so it's less busy and noisy, which we appreciated. Loved having a microwave and a coin laundry-dryer combo machine in the lobby so we could do our laundry and save luggage space for souvenirs. Staff was helpful and kind, calling a taxi for us, and making phone calls about sending our luggage ahead to our next destination and giving us detailed instructions on where/how to do so.

K

The location was better than i thought. Easy access to major tourist spots and just 15 mins or less walk to Nishiki market. Staff are friendly and helpful. Cleaning staff come in daily to empty the bin and if towels need changing. We were in the Tatami room and the kids enjoyed the experience. Just get ¥100 coins ready to use the laundromat by reception. The Yamato luggage forwarders were just a building apart from the hotel. It was very convenient to send over our large luggages to Narita airport 2 days before we left Kyoto.

Nelfa

Stayed at WAYFARER Kyoto Shijo for total of 4 nights. Check in quick and easy, with use of the Kabin app. The young lady (can't remember her name but she was South Korean born from USA) that served us on check in was brilliant. Very friendly and gave ideas for local places to eat. Room was large. 4 adults and 16month old were able to sleep comfortably in there. Full cleaning only occurred after 4 nights, but we were able to have rubbish bins emptied daily and also get fresh towels daily. Bus stop directly out the front and only short walk to Shijo train station. Local park/playground just up the road which was great for the 16 month old, and there was also a 24hr coin laundromat about 3 minute walk from the accommodation. Overall highly rate this place and would stay again if ever in Kyoto.

Andrew

we got the tatami style for our room. It was a nice experience. Need to adjust ourself though, since we are 55 and 60 so getting up after sitting on the floor is not as quick as getting of from a chair. But we like it. Room is spacious, bath room is good, and I like they have like an entrance part in the room where you can take off your shoes , so dirt not going into the main room. And we love the balcony that alowed fresh air into the room (it was in may, so weather was nice). love the very big cupboard too. All the staff at front desk speak good english, definetly a plus. Check inn process might be rather confusing if you are not used to modern tehnology (like us who are above 55), but as long as there is staff at front desk, they will be more then happy to assist you.

Maria

Hotel has a front desk so getting help is easy. There's an APP called Kabin that can speed up the check-in process so your room number and access code at your door is provided even before you arrive. The hotel is well located so it's approximately 5 minutes to bus stops, 10 minutes to subway, and plenty of places to eat nearby. Generally speaking hotels in Japan are small, room size of this hotel is above average. I actually liked that all three beds are single beds with separate linens (we are travelling with a daughter so we booked a family room), since the bed for 2 are usually tiny in Japan, at least with 3 single beds we can all have a good sleep at night.

Patrick

Great location close to both bus stops and train stations to get you anywhere you need to go in Kyoto; in walking distance to Nishiki Market, the Pokemon Center, and other bustling shopping streets. Located on a more quiet residential street so it's less busy and noisy, which we appreciated. Loved having a microwave and a coin laundry-dryer combo machine in the lobby so we could do our laundry and save luggage space for souvenirs. Staff was helpful and kind, calling a taxi for us, and making phone calls about sending our luggage ahead to our next destination and giving us detailed instructions on where/how to do so.

K

The location was better than i thought. Easy access to major tourist spots and just 15 mins or less walk to Nishiki market. Staff are friendly and helpful. Cleaning staff come in daily to empty the bin and if towels need changing. We were in the Tatami room and the kids enjoyed the experience. Just get ¥100 coins ready to use the laundromat by reception. The Yamato luggage forwarders were just a building apart from the hotel. It was very convenient to send over our large luggages to Narita airport 2 days before we left Kyoto.

Nelfa

Stayed at WAYFARER Kyoto Shijo for total of 4 nights. Check in quick and easy, with use of the Kabin app. The young lady (can't remember her name but she was South Korean born from USA) that served us on check in was brilliant. Very friendly and gave ideas for local places to eat. Room was large. 4 adults and 16month old were able to sleep comfortably in there. Full cleaning only occurred after 4 nights, but we were able to have rubbish bins emptied daily and also get fresh towels daily. Bus stop directly out the front and only short walk to Shijo train station. Local park/playground just up the road which was great for the 16 month old, and there was also a 24hr coin laundromat about 3 minute walk from the accommodation. Overall highly rate this place and would stay again if ever in Kyoto.

Andrew

we got the tatami style for our room. It was a nice experience. Need to adjust ourself though, since we are 55 and 60 so getting up after sitting on the floor is not as quick as getting of from a chair. But we like it. Room is spacious, bath room is good, and I like they have like an entrance part in the room where you can take off your shoes , so dirt not going into the main room. And we love the balcony that alowed fresh air into the room (it was in may, so weather was nice). love the very big cupboard too. All the staff at front desk speak good english, definetly a plus. Check inn process might be rather confusing if you are not used to modern tehnology (like us who are above 55), but as long as there is staff at front desk, they will be more then happy to assist you.

Maria

Hotel has a front desk so getting help is easy. There's an APP called Kabin that can speed up the check-in process so your room number and access code at your door is provided even before you arrive. The hotel is well located so it's approximately 5 minutes to bus stops, 10 minutes to subway, and plenty of places to eat nearby. Generally speaking hotels in Japan are small, room size of this hotel is above average. I actually liked that all three beds are single beds with separate linens (we are travelling with a daughter so we booked a family room), since the bed for 2 are usually tiny in Japan, at least with 3 single beds we can all have a good sleep at night.

Patrick

Great location close to both bus stops and train stations to get you anywhere you need to go in Kyoto; in walking distance to Nishiki Market, the Pokemon Center, and other bustling shopping streets. Located on a more quiet residential street so it's less busy and noisy, which we appreciated. Loved having a microwave and a coin laundry-dryer combo machine in the lobby so we could do our laundry and save luggage space for souvenirs. Staff was helpful and kind, calling a taxi for us, and making phone calls about sending our luggage ahead to our next destination and giving us detailed instructions on where/how to do so.

K

The location was better than i thought. Easy access to major tourist spots and just 15 mins or less walk to Nishiki market. Staff are friendly and helpful. Cleaning staff come in daily to empty the bin and if towels need changing. We were in the Tatami room and the kids enjoyed the experience. Just get ¥100 coins ready to use the laundromat by reception. The Yamato luggage forwarders were just a building apart from the hotel. It was very convenient to send over our large luggages to Narita airport 2 days before we left Kyoto.

Nelfa

Location

Shimogyo-Ku Nishinotoin Dori Bukkoji Sagaru Honryusuicho 768, Kyoto, 600-8462, Japan

WAYFARER Kyoto Shijo