The completely nonsmoking Hanakiya is a 5-minute walk from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and a 10-minute drive from JR Kyoto Train Station. It offers simple accommodations with a free-use internet station and microwave. Rooms have free Wi-Fi. The air-conditioned Japanese rooms at Hanakiya Kyoto have traditional futon bedding and tatami (woven-straw) floors. Bathrooms and toilets are shared. Kiyomizu Gojo Station is a 14-minute walk away, and Yasaka Shrine and Kyoto National Museum are both a 5-minute taxi ride. Free coffee and tea are on offer at the common area, as is a shared-use fridge.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Kyoto, this property has an excellent location score of 9.8!


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Ravenna
United States United States
The host was so sweet:) A family run business and the room and bathroom felt so clean. She left nice notes and fruit for us!
Kristen
United States United States
The location was excellent! We were just off the road from a lively touristy street, but also had easy access to the bus system. The place was very clean. Just know that the owner will enter your room each day when you are away, but she sometimes...
Drew
United States United States
The experience of a traditional-style room was so much fun and genuinely comfortable. The host put in extra effort to make sure we felt welcome and enjoyed our stay. I slept very well in the beds. The bathrooms were clean and easily accessible....
Emily
United States United States
The inn keeper was so sweet and kind, it felt like a home away from home and a traditional experience.
Derek
United States United States
Amazing location, with super comfortable amenities. The host was very welcoming and made sure our stay was excellent.
Rachel
United States United States
This place is awesome. Such a great deal for the location! You are mere steps to the fun energy of this part of Kyoto. You are literally steps from the Kiyomizu-dera Temple, which was, in my opinion, one of the raddest temples we saw. You're also...
Cayleigh
Switzerland Switzerland
Hanakiya was a lovely spot to stay with super welcoming hosts. They often left us a little note or a surprise at the end of our day. They also upgraded our room to a larger one, which came equipped with super cozy bedding for a good nights rest....
Phillip
United States United States
Loved the feel of staying in a traditional house, and the owner is so kind, her snacks were a nice touch.
Susannah
United States United States
This property is extremely well located in Gion, with a traditional feel (tatami rooms, etc). What makes it exceptional is the kind and generous proprietor, who went above and beyond to help me. Little touches, like handwritten notes and treats,...
Carol
United States United States
The location is super convenient and our host was so nice and welcoming!!

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Amenities of Hanakiya

Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Laundry
  • Heating

House rules

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Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

The property has a main building and an annex building. The two buildings are located a few minutes walking distance of each other. Rooms will be assigned upon check in based on availability.

- Check-in hours are 16:00-21:00. Please note a late check-in fee 1000 JPY per 1 hour will be charged for guests arriving after 21:00.

- Luggage storage is available from 14:00.

- By taxi: please show the hotel's telephone number and the following instructions to the taxi driver:

The taxi driver will take you to the entrance of a big car park near Kiyomizu-dera Temple. Go down the steps opposite the car park entrance, and look for hotel's sign in the quiet back street.

-By bus: From Kyoto station take bus 100 or 206 to Gojozaka. Busses have announcements in English.

At the Gojozaka bus stop, go back in the direction from which the bus came. Cross the street at the first traffic light and walk up the hill for about 820 feet, until you reach a 3-way fork in the road. Take the middle one. Walk another 820 feet, to where you see a large car park on the left. Go down the steps opposite the car park entrance, and look for hotel's sign in the quiet back street.

An accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

License number: 京都市指令保保生第20号