Seibido Inn - Hostel puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Kiyomizu Temple and Kyoto Imperial Palace are a short five-minute drive away. Public transportation is only a short walk: Shiyakusho-mae Station is 5 minutes and Marutamachi Station is 12 minutes.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, Japanese, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
19 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Check-out time is 10 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
One child (6 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Supervised childcare
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
No on-site parking
Off-site parking nearby (JPY 2000 per day)
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Water dispenser
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Playground
Supervised childcare
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Television in common areas
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Free cot/infant bed
Freshen up
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Fridge
More
Housekeeping (on request)
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 200–1,000 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.
Optional extras
Housekeeping is available for an extra charge and varies based on length of stay
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs JPY 2000 per day
Policies
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.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards.
Also known as
Seibido Inn Kyoto
Seibido Inn
Seibido Kyoto
Seibido
Seibido Inn - Hostel Kyoto
Seibido Inn - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Seibido Inn - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kyoto
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Seibido Inn - Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Seibido Inn - Hostel?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Seibido Inn - Hostel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Seibido Inn - Hostel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Seibido Inn - Hostel and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Teramachi Street (10-min walk) and Museum of Kyoto (0.8 mi), along with Nishiki Market (0.8 mi) and Kyoto Imperial Palace (0.8 mi).
Are there restaurants at or near Seibido Inn - Hostel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around Seibido Inn - Hostel like?
Seibido Inn - Hostel is in Nakagyo Ward, a short 5-minute walk from Shiyakusho-mae Station and 11 minutes' walk from Pontocho Alley.
Seibido Inn - Hostel Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
18 November 2019
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 April 2019
Good hostel
This place was so clean!
Beds were comfortable but the pillows weren’t unfortunately, that’s the only bad thing about comfort.
I felt it was in a good location, quiet and not far to the trains.
The lady that checked us in was so lovely & gave us lots of information of the local area & the best places to view the cherry blossoms that were blooming, I wish I Knew her name !
We loved our stay at seibido inn and would stay again with a different pillow :)
Kirstie
Kirstie, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 March 2019
Everything about our stay was wonderful, from Check in to check out
Verified traveller
2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 December 2018
Staff was very nice, accomodations were in keeping with traditional inn, and futons were comfortable.
Verified traveller
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 November 2018
Excellent place to stay with comfort and budget.
The staff are friendly, location is perfect to access trains and buses. Price is good.
jiawen
jiawen, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 October 2018
Clean and common areas are spacious. Staff was friendly and close to metro station.
Verified traveller
5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 October 2018
Verified traveller
5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 September 2018
The hotel was well situated, clean and had all the comforts needed. My only comments is that I found the pillow uncomfortable and it would have been nice to have some ambient lighting for when I was reading before going to sleep.
Adrian
Adrian, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 September 2018
Great clean space! Loved how spacious the room was for 5 people and the additional bathrooms downstairs. The staff are super helpful and were able to secure my late check-in. Would come again!
Brittany
Brittany, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 August 2018
The staff were extremely welcoming, and helpful, even with the language barrier.
Michaele
Michaele, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 July 2018
Excellent
Great!
Josep Maria
Josep Maria, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
30 July 2018
Nice little hotel, centrally located, a short walk to shopping and restaurants. There is a great breakfast cafe about two blocks away. These are traditional tatami mat rooms with mattresses that unfold on the floor. I really liked the traditional Japanese bedding, but some people might not. That's the only reason that I gave "room comfort" a "4" rating, rather than a "5". The staff was really wonderful. The receptionists, Kaoru and Oh, were able to understand what I was interested in and gave me good advice about things to see.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 April 2018
Great service in the great Kinosaki-Onsen! Free ride from the train station, and they delivered our luggage down while we wandered the town for a small fee. Overall a great stay in a traditional place.
Verified traveller
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 November 2017
Nice and accessible hotel
Clean, spacious hotel with helpful staff. Close to bus and subway stations (but keep in mind the closest JR station is Kyoto if you have a JR pass). There is a charge for towel rental.
Dan
Dan, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 November 2017
Great hotel with great customer service
Good mix of modern and an old time japanese vibe
Very friendly staff and the lobby area is a nice touch
Kaz
Kaz, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
22 July 2017
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 May 2017
highly recommended
stayed here as family of five with 3 children under 8 for 3 nights. super location a short walking distance of downtown. Very friendly, helpful staff. room had 5 futons which were comfy and an ensuite. there is a common room in which you can bring your own food to eat with microwave. close to convenience stores.
Verified traveller
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 April 2017
Great Hotel!
We had a great experience here. Room was large and clean. There was common kitchen and laundry facilities which made things easy travelling with two little kids. Staff was really friendly and helpful. Great experience, highly recommended.
Verified traveller
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 February 2017
Clean, convenient, no frills
Staff prepared to help you make the most out of your stay, including tips on sightseeing and restaurants. Prepare for no frills, as described. Tiny bathroom, but it is convenient to have one in the room. Very clean place. Futons are not very thick, so you end up piling a few. No elevator, but there is one for suitcases only. Close to buses and two subway lines. Great location for sightseeing. And you can rent bicycles on location. This place is perfect for what it is.
Verified traveller
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 January 2017
Good location and friendly staff
The price was great and the hotel is really clean. The only down side is that the Japanese futon is a bit hard, need to double up.
Vi
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 December 2016
Great hotel. Very clean and well equipped. Intelligent room layouts, and very helpful staff. Highly recommended.
Verified traveller
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
15 December 2016
Convenient and reasonably priced hotel
Great staff that let us check in after arriving early in Kyoto via expressway bus from Tokyo. Room was spacious while bedding (futon) was comfortable. The room could be stuffy when using the heater so switch on the air conditioner setting tuned to the highest temperature for a more comfortable stay. Do note that there are 3 floors to this property and although there is a lift for luggage, there is NO PASSENGER LIFT, so probably not suitable for those with difficulty walking. Main shopping district in Kyoto is a 15 min walk away while metro station is about 7 minutes away. Overall recommended stay.
Verified traveller
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 October 2016
This was a great place to stay for a few days. The more traditional Japanese-style room was huge and with enough extra futons, I was able to sleep alright, but I admit that the floor was a bit hard without a number of futons to sleep comfortably.
I can't say enough about the staff. They have fantastic english and were incredibly helpful. Also, the coin-operated laundry facility is a God-send. I cannot stress how nice it is to have access to a laundry facility every few days during a long trip in a foreign country.
Scott
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 October 2016
Very clean hotel, excellent location close to metro and food market. I would definitely stay there again