Higurashi-Sou

Guesthouse in Kyoto, near Nijō Castle

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October 2025

November 2025

Higurashi-Sou guesthouse sits in central Kyoto offering a calm atmosphere away from the city's bustle. Guests can borrow bicycles at no cost to visit historical sites and shopping districts, then relax in the garden or on the quiet terrace after a day of exploration.

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Popular amenities

Air conditioning
Free WiFi

10 Nov - 11 Nov

Room options

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Tonight

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Tomorrow

Oct 24 - Oct 25

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

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2F Premium Twin Room, Non Smoking (Restrooms are only on the 1st floor)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Fan

Blackout curtains

Eco-friendly toiletries

2 bathrooms

Hairdryer

Eco-friendly cleaning supplies

Sleeps 2
2 Twin Futons

2F Western-Style Triple room, Non Smoking (Restrooms are only on the 1st floor)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Fan

Blackout curtains

Eco-friendly toiletries

2 bathrooms

Hairdryer

Eco-friendly cleaning supplies

Sleeps 3
3 Twin Beds

Traditional Twin Room

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Fan

Blackout curtains

Eco-friendly toiletries

2 bathrooms

Hairdryer

Eco-friendly cleaning supplies

Sleeps 2
2 Twin Futons

Traditional Single Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Fan

Blackout curtains

Eco-friendly toiletries

2 bathrooms

Hairdryer

Eco-friendly cleaning supplies

Sleeps 1
1 Twin Futon

2F Comfort Single Room, Non smoking (Restrooms are only on the 1st floor)

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Fan

Blackout curtains

Eco-friendly toiletries

2 bathrooms

Hairdryer

Eco-friendly cleaning supplies

City view
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Futon

About the area

Located in Central Kyoto, a neighbourhood in Kyoto, Higurashi-Sou is near a metro station. Nijō Castle and Kyoto Imperial Palace are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and Lake Biwa. Funaoka Thermal Bath and Toei Kyoto Studio Park are also worth visiting.

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1211 Shuzei-cho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 602-8155

What's nearby

Nijō Castle - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
Kyoto Imperial Palace - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Shijo Street - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
Nishiki Market - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
Kyoto University - 6 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

Nijo Station - 12 min walk
Nijojo-mae Station - 12 min walk
Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

‪モスバーガー - ‬6 min walk
‪めん馬鹿一代 - ‬1 min walk
‪珈ノ介コーヒ - ‬7 min walk
‪curry & bar 240 - ‬7 min walk
‪Snn - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Higurashi-Sou

Guest house near Nijō Castle

Higurashi-Sou provides amenities, such as a terrace and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Other perks at this guest house include:

Free bike hire, luggage storage and a water dispenser

Room features

All guest rooms at Higurashi-Sou have comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to

Other conveniences in all rooms include:

Heating and fans
LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
2 bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and baths or showers
Electrical adapters/chargers and desks

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Free WiFi
Breakfast available
Laundry
24/7 front desk

4 Nov - 5 Nov

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

No on-site parking available

Things to do

Free bicycle rentals

Conveniences

Guidebooks
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Water dispenser

Guest services

No housekeeping service

Outdoors

Garden
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance

At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Communal living room
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Genkan (entryway)
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes

Bathroom

2 shared bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Food and drink

Restaurant dining guides

Air conditioning
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Desk
Eco-friendly toiletries
Electrical adapters
Fan
Heating
LED lighting

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 18 are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

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 200-10,000 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.

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

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Japanese futons are provided based on the number of adults in the reservation.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

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

Higurashi-Sou Guesthouse Kyoto

Higurashi-Sou Guesthouse

Higurashi-Sou Kyoto

Higurashi-Sou Guesthouse

Higurashi-Sou Guesthouse Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Is Higurashi-Sou pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Higurashi-Sou?

As of 23 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Higurashi-Sou on 10 Nov 2025 start from AU$169.31, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Higurashi-Sou?

Higurashi-Sou doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Higurashi-Sou?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Higurashi-Sou?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Higurashi-Sou located?

Located in Central Kyoto, this guesthouse is within 1 mile (2 km) of Nijō Castle, Shijo Street and Kyoto Imperial Palace. Kawaramachi Street and Nishiki Market are also within 2 miles (3 km). Nijojo-mae Station is 12 minutes by foot and Marutamachi Station is 15 minutes.

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