Santiago Guesthouse Kyoto
Bed and Breakfast in Kyoto
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Includes essentialsAir conditioner, Internet / Wifi, Laundry and more
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About this bed and breakfast
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and a bidet, as well as air conditioning and laundry facilities. Other amenities include towels, slippers, tour/ticket assistance, and a computer station.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Internet / Wifi
Laundry
Map of Kyoto
Available Rooms
Shared Mix Dormitory Room (for 1 Bed - 12 Beds Room)
1 Bunk
Sleeps 1
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Shared Female Only Dormitory Room (for 1 Bed - 12 Beds Room)
1 Bunk
Sleeps 1
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££££
Reviews
1.5
I could not find a shee for upper one.
4.0
I know is not directly related to the staff but directly to the guest that stay there but some of the share spaces were a little dirty... I think the administration should put more rules about to clean each space you use and create consciousness that there are other people than you. I another thing is that the administration should make maintenance to the showers and the shoes area... But other that that, was a great experience, the staff is super nice, also the beds and the first floor is also good. With wonderful location to move around.
1.5
Common area on 2f smells of stale body odour. Male staff came into the "women only" bedroom at 7pm (a time that I don't think staff should be in bedrooms..) to close the curtains?? Surely us women are capable of moving some fabric? What made this worse was that the curtain was right next to my bed, where I get dressed. I didn't appreciate an unexpected man reaching round the side of my bed to close the curtain.
2.0
Beds are terrible. Entire second floor smells like BO.
It’s worth it for a day or 2 if you are trying to save money and make friends.
But the beds and smells are just too much at some point.
A lot of younger people to meet -best part.
But quite uncomfortable after two nights.
4.0
The beds in this capsule hotel are really big and comfy.
The only thing that I would recommend to them is the provision of wet sanitizing tissue to clean the toilet sitting before use. It is a public restroom so sanitation must be a priority.
Apart from that I will recommend it to friends and travellers on the go.
1.0
You get what you paid for. Not sure what to expect. I stayed in many capsule hotels and guesthouses but this one is probably my least favorite. My bunk was next to the window (and i mean NEXT to the window), it’s basically my wall covered with a curtain. Very tight space to get into my bunk that they put me in. Since my bunk was next to the window, during daytime it is like a sauna in my bunk. Lucky it’s winter time so during nighttime it is actually cool and tolerable. There was a fan that i was using but somebody took it away or hid it. Dont know why as it’s not their bunk that is steaming hot. I cant say for other bunks but my mattress was so overused that there was no cushion or padding at all. I can feel my body touching the bunk board. I better off sleeping on the ground. It really aches my body. Pillow wasn’t the best, was hard and felt like sleeping on a beanbag but worst. Single toilets are shared between floors. Common area was okay, have a fridge but its always full with other people’s stuff so i recommend just buy a bento from a konbini. Microwave, electric tea kettle and single stove burner is available. Shower is good, multiple single showers for privacy. Check-in was horrible, no one was there. Waited for 3 hours just to have someone to show up for work and then again the person look like any other guests who is staying at the guesthouse so i cant even tell. Didn’t even acknowledge my existence even though. Guesthouse is on busy and main traffic so it is noisy.
5.0
First, let me begin by saying that this is a guesthouse with shared living/sleeping areas (meaning shared showers, own bunk bed but in a shared room etc) so if you're looking for privacy don't book a hostel. There is no elevator so be prepared to carry your luggage up 3-4 flights of narrow stairs. There is a small locker provided where you can set your own code; it's only big enough to keep shoes and valuables in. It's a small sleeping area so getting into your luggage is a bit of a hassle.The outside area is a bit noisy since it's right beside the street, for those sleeping beside the window this might be a nuisance. If you're a side sleeper, the mattress was a little thin but this might just be common of hostels and possibly Japan. 1F common area is very open with a wide space to lay out and relax. 2F is where the kitchen, dining area, shower room, and sinks are so this floor can get a bit stuffy and hot. All this being said, this was the best time I've had in Kyoto, I've met many people and had many connections that I was a bit sad to leave. The staff is very helpful, I've accidentally reset my locker code multiple times and while not related to me I've witnessed them do their best to make the guests' stay more enjoyable. Thanks Santiago, hope to see you again!
5.0
Thanks for another excellent stay, and thanks to the hard working staff
Hope to see you again next year
3.0
I think it’s was good.
5.0
Thanks for another comfortable stay in between cycling trips
5.0
great value for money, always a pleasure to stay here
5.0
Nice. I didn't encounter any centipedes (huge plus)
2.5
I've largely stopped staying in dorms but this hostel is a happy exception. It has a lively social atmosphere and readily accomodates travelers' needs. They allowed me to keep a small bag here for 5 nights in between bookings while I did a bicycle tour of Lake Biwa, it was a huge help to me. See you next year ?
4.0
Staff is friendly
2.0
The hotel is Clean, 24hrs supermarket is close to the hotel. Not much restaurants close to hotel. No “anytime fitness” close to hotel.
1.0
What I liked about the property was that it was only a walking distance away from Kiyomizu-dera.
What I did not like about the property was the lack of cleanliness. On the night when we arrived, I stepped foot into the shower/washroom floor, it was a pig sty. The sink was full of hair from someone who had shaved their beard. The floor was wet and full of hair. The problem was that people completely disregarded that these were shared facilities. The toilets was not cleaned properly. There were stains on the duvet and pillow. You had to pay for certain amenities, such as towel. And you have to pay a city tax of 200 yen for every night you stay.
1.0
afterpm9:00〜 bad smell.I couldn't sleep enough.
staff was good enough.some customer from Asia was noisy.
anyway smells sweaty.
2.5
Me encantó que tuvieran espacio para preparar alimentos (algo sencillo). Super cómodo la litera al lado de la ventana (aunque por las noches hay un poco de ruido por las motocicletas).
Algunos huéspedes un poco "inquietos" a la hora de beber.
Área super accesible y muy buen precio considerando que se encuentra un four seasons y un Hyatt por el lugar.
1.5
There are 26 beds in one room, so there was a lack of fresh air.
2.5
Excellet service, friendly staff and the community is very clean.
2.5
現代っぽい旅館。すごく清潔と思う。
スタッフが皆英語できるので、旅館が外国人に人気が強い。
国際的な雰囲気をかかまれている。
ベッドが広い。
Nice clean modern place with English speaking staff and large beds.
2.0
It was close to some temples and restaurants such that you can walk to them.
2.5
The poace is well located, but the two mayor things are the following: The atmosphere is great, they made a karaoke session and are really involve on it. And second: the batrooms / showers were clean. Would repeat my stay
2.5
Staff are very helpful and excellent services. Easy access to town with one day bus pass, Check In/Out easy and quick. Will stay there again for my next visit.
1.0
Far from railway... bus stop changes so you have to walk far... shower room smells bad... not alwayskept clean... you may take uber as option if bringing big luggages... friendly staff tho...
2.5
The hostel has a really great location, it’s close to Kiyomizudera. It is also easy to access from Kyoto station, the bus stop is really close to the hostel.
The bed was really comfortable, clean bathrooms, there is also kitchen if you want to cook something or just heat the food from konbini.
Really nice and friendly staff! Would definitely consider to stay there again :)
2.0
We spent roughly 8-10hours a day at the hostel. Its a great location, and you won't spend a lot of time indoors. Kyoto is a must see!
2.0
It's not the cleanest place we had stayed but it's nice and decent. Climbing 4th floor with two big suitcases wasn't the best thing though... but it's a hostel, can't really complaint about it. Staff is really helpful and friendly. The location is great. Close to everywhere you need to go in Kyoto. I like it.
1.5
I had visited this hotel 2 years ago and decided to book again because I had really liked the service and the beds were comfortable. They renovated and looks much better BUT
CONS
1) The bed was really hard. If you are not used to sleeping on thin matresses
2) the service when I checked in compared to last time was not impressive. The lady didn't even show what was around or recommended anything (usual thing in a hostel).
3) They said reception closed at 10pm, but when I ran to get there and rent a towel, the lady was gone (it was 9.59pm).
4) The hair dryers don't really DRY, so if you have long hair don't even bother washing it there. It will take you AGES to dry it.
PROs:
1) it's really silent compared to other hostels
2) their breakfast is super yummy
3) the staff in the morning is super sweet and helpful!
4) LOCATION
2.0
A good stay at Santiago. Friendly staff, clean dorms. We would recommend.
1.5
This is a no frills place to stay. First, start with the good.
The place is clean and in a great location with a bus stop nearby.
A major issue is the rooms are on the 2-4th floors and there are no elevators so you have to lug your stuff up a few flights of steps.
As a hostel, we expected there to be little to no amenities. but many others offer good amenities. The beds need an update, they are extremely flattened futons.
The minor inconveniences are the WiFi was spotty, I couldn't get WiFi, yet my daughter on the top bunk had no trouble.
We asked where we could put recycling and was told in a very sharp manner they did not do that there. (we understood that Kyoto has a strict recycling policy) You'd think that with the number of young people staying there, it would be an attractive feature if they made it convenient for people to recycle.
Other inconveniences are the lack of cooking implements in the kitchen and no toaster. There is not a place to lock luggage up during the day and was assured that theft was not a problem. But nor was there an option to rent a bike-lock to lock to a post as other hostels have offered, even in no crime Japan, it's just nice to have that assurance that our stuff won't disappear while out being a tourist.
We found ourselves saying to each other a few times, "well, at this price, how can we complain?"
0.5
The staff working attitude is really bad here, and not so kind to the travelers. And they just allow people that smoking in front of the door directly, horrible internet quality, terrible management rules cannot easily follow for the travelers.
Strongly disrecommend this guesthouse, and also against the unfair new Kyoto city tax for travelers started in October 2018.
2.5
Nice staff and good location ,walking distance to famous Kiyomizu. Basic amenities is available and comfortable resting area for dining . 7 stops away from Kyoto station via bus 206 and 207. Near to gion shopping area too
2.0
Friendly staff, nice hotel with beautiful decoration
1.3
Everything was great here. Staff are really friendly, speak excellent English and were very helpful. The cafe downstairs is really lovely and comfortable, and you get a 200 Y discount on all menu items after breakfast. One downside was the kitchen is quite small and not well-equipped. Just one hot plate, a tiny sink, and a pot and pan and silverware. No plates, no salt / pepper / oil, etc. Also, the dorm room was a little stuffy for my liking, but not a problem really. Everything was super clean and easy.
2.5
Great location. The staff was very kind and professional. I will definitely stay here again!
1.3
Clean, close to metro, and full functioning kitchen. Great place for budget travelers who like to save on expensive restaurant dining.
1.0
The hotels hosts were helpful and showed us what to take and where we should go. Extremely nice hosts. However. Washroom were shared with more than 8 people. The washroom isnt that clean. And only 3 sinks work out of 5. Only 1 washroom in the shower area. 2 on the 3rd floor. No elevators. Rooms... i got the bottom room. Spacious but for a 58 tall girl, i had to bend down everywhere i go in the room. I couldnt stand up striaght. The bed mattress was a thin futon. Very uncomfortable. The beds needed to be made yourself. 2nd floor to put ur luggages b4 and after check out which i like. You might want to bring a lock (bike locks). 2/5 stars.
2.0
價錢還算合理，地點不錯，環境跟床位都很乾淨，沐浴用品都有提供，不過浴室小了點。
非常推薦想到京都玩的朋友到這住住。
2.0
For a budget traveller you cannot beat for the strategic location by the bus stop. Close to Kyoto Station and Gion and well known temples. Our third time to stay in Kyoto during cherry blossoms season.
FAQs
How much does this bed and breakfast cost compared to others in Kyoto?
The average price for a rental in Kyoto is £84 per night. This rental is £69 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this bed and breakfast?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Santiago Guesthouse Kyoto. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this bed and breakfast?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this bed and breakfast. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Santiago Guesthouse Kyoto pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this bed and breakfast is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Santiago Guesthouse Kyoto?
We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, internet / wifi, and laundry.
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