You might be eligible for a Genius discount at tsubame-ya. Sign in to check if a Genius discount is available for your selected dates.
Genius discounts at this property are subject to booking dates, stay dates, and other available deals.
About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Located in Kyoto, tsubame-ya offers a 1-star guest house experience with free WiFi, air-conditioning, and a shared kitchen. Each room includes a refrigerator, slippers, and a shared bathroom. Convenient Facilities: Guests can relax in the lounge or take advantage of the shared kitchen. Housekeeping service ensures a clean and comfortable stay. Prime Location: Located 32 mi from Itami Airport, the property is close to attractions such as Arashiama Bamboo Grove (1.2 mi), Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple (2.5 mi), and Kinkaku-ji Temple (3.7 mi). A hot spring area is also nearby. Guest Satisfaction: Guests appreciate the friendly host, clean rooms, and convenient location.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Sign in, save money
Guest reviews
Categories:
Select topics to read reviews:
Guests who stayed here loved
- Chirag
Germany“Perfect stay! The receptionist lady was very very nice and kind and explained everything well. It had Futon mattresses which we loved and the bathroom is shared but clean. The location is on the outskirts of Kyoto but close to the Arashiyama...” - Atreyu
United States“Very friendly staff, nice beds, lots of space and clean shower and bathroom, good sized kitchen too” 
Thanh
Japan“It was good for the price, a bit far from the station but still fine. Safe for female travelers.”- Natamon
Thailand“- The owner moved us to the new location which is only 15 mins walk away from the bamboo forest. Very convenient. It was also near the train station so it was easy for us to go around and explore Kyoto - The new place was beautiful with cozy...” - Chieko United States“I was greeted with very friendly staff and received lots of help like carrying my luggage.”
- Fernando
Mexico“The owners are so nice, the beds are comfortable and overall good value-price.” - Emma
Finland“The staff were very kind and the hostel had a cozy atmosphere. The location is nice, away from the busy city centre, but still easily accessible and close to the Arashiyama bamboo grove.” - Abdulnisar
United Arab Emirates“It was very good…. Fell like home stay.. everything is available… like kitchen & all other things for cooking..” - Devin United States“Kaori is the absolute best!!! We loved our stay, it really felt like home. Walking distance to the beautiful west side of Kyoto, away from the bustle of downtown. We will definitely stay again!”
- Scarlet United States“Although the rooms were shared, all beds had little curtains which made the space seem much more private. All other guests were very respectful, and I felt very comfortable.”
Host Info
Neighborhood info
Languages Spoken
English,Japanese,KoreanArea info
House rules
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
If the property is not informed, the booking may be treated as a no show. Late check-in information and contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.
A surcharge of ¥2000 per hour applies for arrivals after check-in hours. All requests for late arrival are subject to confirmation by the property.
Please inform tsubame-ya of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
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.
Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 10:00:00.
License number: 京都市指令保保医第1784号
