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Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

3.0 star property

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Exterior
Exterior
Superior Family Room
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Standard Family Room | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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43-1 Higashimachi (Ichijodori), Kyoto, Kyoto, 602-8346
  • Place, Kitano Tenmangū
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Kinkaku-ji Temple
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Nijō Castle
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Room options

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Economy Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen

Economy Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Standard Family Room | Private kitchen

Standard Family Room

  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Single Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Family Room

Deluxe Family Room

  • City view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Family Suite

Deluxe Family Suite

  • City view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Superior Family Room

Superior Family Room

  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Futon

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About the area

Kyoto

With a stay at Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto in Kyoto (Central Kyoto), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Kinkaku-ji Temple and Nijō Castle. .This aparthotel is 10 mi (16.1 km) from Lake Biwa and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Kawaramachi Street.
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What's nearby

  • Kitano Tenmangū - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hirano Shrine - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Kinkaku-ji Temple - 4 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Nijō Castle - 6 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 7 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Kitano-Hakubaicho Station - 10 min walk
  • Emmachi Station - 20 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪誠養軒 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪あけてもくれても - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪とようけ茶屋 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪神馬 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪憩 - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and slippers. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations at this 3-star aparthotel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bidets, toilets with an electronic bidet, and complimentary toiletries.

This Kyoto aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and fans. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 11 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and stovetops. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and flat-screen televisions are provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include desks and microwaves, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and multilingual staff.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (JPY 880 per day)

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)

Kitchen

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

Dining

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Extra futon (surcharge)
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Window screens

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Electrical adapters
  • Guidebooks
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Local maps
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Vending machine

Location highlights

  • In a historical district
  • In a shopping district

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 11 units
  • 4 floors
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Built in 2018
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are available for JPY 1000.0 per day

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: JPY 880 per day (656 ft away)
  • Futon bed fee: JPY 1000 per day
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: JPY 1000.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file

Property is also known as

Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto Apartment
Ben's Guesthouse Apartment
Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto Kyoto
Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto Aparthotel
Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto Aparthotel Kyoto

Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 213 out of 285 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 285 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 285 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 285 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 285 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darwin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kejun

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Out of all the places I stayed in Japan this was amazing! First off i want to thank the frontdesk staff for being so accommodating and helpful. The room was beautiful and the location was as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Excellent stay. Thanks so much
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramkumar

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property is very clean, well organized and pretty roomy with a living area and separate bedroom. It is in a nice quiet residential area within walking distance of one famous shrine (Kinkaku-ji) but has a few lovely local shrines all around. Communication and directions were excellent. We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Colleen

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mistylove

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Natalie

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
There was a moldy smell and it was very strong. But it did have a dryer which is uncommon in Japan. We ended up leaving early but it was really just the smell was too much. Honestly made the whole Kyoto experience feel sad.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruoshui

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well organized and friendly staff. Room was very clean. Great to experience the way of local lifestyles.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valérie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and spacious room. The staff was super helpful and helped us send our luggage to our next accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Fan

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darcy

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
During my trip to Japan I stayed in 12 different places and Ben's guesthouse was the most convenient and comfortable. The little kitchen, bathroom, and in-room washing machine made me feel at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved the setup of the room and area it’s located in as ideal to explore.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stanislav

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay in Kyoto. Lots of cafes nearby, along with convenience stores, a grocery store and bus stops. This was my first time visiting Japan and I really enjoyed my stay. The place was cozy and had everything I needed. I will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a great stay, has everything you need in the room including cookware, dishes, a good amount of space. They have a lot of recommendations on restaurants and shopping and even have a manual in the room to show you how to use everything in the room.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaelly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Katherine, Bend

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thé room had a washer and a dryer in the room that was easy to use. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook. There are two grocery stores nearby so we used the kitchen breakfast and most of our dinners. The air conditioner was efficient and cooled the room in the evening very quickly. This was a comfortable home base for our stay in Kyoto.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

José Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good, very nice ptoperty and great facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arooj

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lawson 5 mins away, the reception accepted luggage transfer from previous hotel in Tokyo, friendly staff, only downside no lift, had to manually carry large suitcases.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shaffi, Point Cook

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Place was nice but the manager seemed like he had a problem with every other person, seems like he spoke English fairly well but said sorry I don’t speak English. He was quite rude and
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

gilbert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Close to bus stop and kyoto shops. Nice and clean space. This is a nice and affordable option to stay in kyoto
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We used Ben's as a base for our Japan stay for two weeks(multiple nights in other cities). It was a clean and tidy traditional style room. The location was at a quiet area of Kyoto, but was convenient for travel into the centre of Kyoto and the station. Plenty of shops and dining nearby. The staff were friendly and helpful and we would happily stay there again.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Saul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025