“The location allowed us to easily explore Kyoto's attractions and local eateries.”view full review
Guesthouse Yululu - A traditional Kyoto guesthouse with tatami rooms, shared facilities, and central location
Located a mere 0.5 miles from Karasumaoike, this Kyoto hotel features 9 air-conditioned rooms with tatami flooring and Japanese futon bedding. Each accommodation at Guesthouse Yululu includes a small private balcony, luggage storage area, privacy curtain, and electrical outlet. The property offers a shared kitchen with microwaves, a communal living room, and complimentary WiFi throughout. Guests have access to shared bathrooms equipped with showers, hair dryers, and complimentary toiletries. A terrace and laundry facilities are available on-site. The guesthouse sits within walking distance of major attractions, with Kyoto Imperial Palace, Nijo Castle, and Gion each 20 minutes away on foot. Notable landmarks within reach include the Kyoto International Manga Museum (0.3 miles), Chion-in (1 mile), and Kinkaku-ji (2.5 miles).
Pros
Multiple dining options within 0.3 miles, including Tonimaru Cafe, Kikkoya, and Muromachi Wakuden
Free luggage storage available from 09:00 to 16:00
Multilingual staff on premises
Professional property management
Cons
Shared bathrooms and toilets only
Located 24 miles from Osaka Itami Airport
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Choose from double rooms, family suites, and premium stays. Enjoy breakfast, flexible cancellations, and exclusive deals.
Discover available transportation options for smooth travel around the city
City Centre
Kyoto2000 ft
Airports
Itami (ITM)
30.5
mi
Kobe (UKB)
49.4
mi
Train
Karasuma Station2700 ft
Sanjo Station3000 ft
Underground
Karasuma Oike1000 ft
Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae2000 ft
Facilities
Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location
Cozy Sleeping Capsules
“I really enjoyed my stay in the bunk bed of the mixed dormitory room. The capsule was incredibly cozy, allowing me to sleep like a baby. The personal space with a shelf and curtain made my experience very private and comfortable.” view full review
Wonderful Shared Bath Experience
“Although the shower was shared, I found myself heading to the public bath around the corner, such a wonderful experience! It really added a unique and relaxing element to my stay.” view full review
Spacious Quadruple Room
“I stayed in a quadruple room with a lovely garden view. Waking up to the morning light illuminating the garden made each day feel special. The room was spacious enough for my family, providing a comfortable atmosphere.” view full review
Excellent Reference Materials
“Yululu has a fantastic reference book filled with dining and sightseeing suggestions. The ones we tried turned out to be amazing, enhancing our local experience and making our stay truly nice.” view full review