You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Serendipity@Kyoto
This holiday home puts you a short five-minute drive from Kyoto Imperial Palace and Kawaramachi Street. Homes offer nice touches such as deep-soaking baths, down duvets and slippers. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Imadegawa Station is 13 minutes away.
Languages
English, Japanese
At a glance
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Up to 3 children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Property amenities
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Self parking on site (JPY 1700 per day)
Family friendly
Children stay for free (see details)
Children's toys
Children's books
Children's dinnerware
Kitchen
Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Dining
Snack bar/deli
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Down duvet
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
1 bathroom
Bath or shower
Deep-soaking bath
Towels provided
Shampoo
Slippers
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Living spaces
Living room
Dining room
Entertainment
50-inch flat-screen TV
Laundry
Near a laundromat
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Grab bar near toilet
Handrails in hallways
Handrails in stairwells
Lever door handles
No lifts
Portable shower seat
Visual alarms in hallways
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Limited housekeeping
Multilingual staff
Local maps
Guidebooks/recommendations
Electrical adapters/chargers
Iron/ironing board
Restaurant dining guide
Free bottled water
24-hour front desk
Location highlights
Near the boardwalk
Near a metro station
Near a train station
In the city centre
In the historical district
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 installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Security system
General
3 rooms
2 floors
1 building
Built in 1892
Traditional architecture
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.
Parking
Self-parking costs JPY 1700 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.
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Also known as
Serendipity@Kyoto Kyoto
Serendipity@Kyoto House Kyoto
Serendipity@Kyoto House
Serendipity@Kyoto Kyoto
Serendipity@Kyoto Private vacation home
Serendipity@Kyoto Private vacation home Kyoto
Frequently asked questions
Does Serendipity@Kyoto offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Serendipity@Kyoto does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at this holiday home?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at this holiday home?
Yes. Self-parking costs JPY 1700 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at this holiday home?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Serendipity@Kyoto and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Nishijin Textile Center (3-min walk) and Seimei-Jinja Shrine (3-min walk), along with Raku Art Museum (8-min walk) and Uhoin (9-min walk).
Does Serendipity@Kyoto have private hot tubs?
Yes, this property has a deep-soaking bath.
Does Serendipity@Kyoto have a kitchen or kitchenette?
Yes, there is a kitchen, which also includes a toaster, cookware and a fridge.
What's the area around Serendipity@Kyoto like?
Serendipity@Kyoto is in Central Kyoto, a short 14-minute walk from Kyoto Imperial Palace and 12 minutes' walk from Doshisha University.
Serendipity@Kyoto Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
20 May 2018
Japanese Style Guesthouse
We absolutely loved our stay at Serendipity! It was every clean, well maintained and had everything you needed. A wonderful experience of living in a Japanese style house. An easy walk to the bus stop made it very convenient to travel and see the sights of Kyoto. Chie the owner was extremely kind and helpful and we hope to visit again.
Emma
Emma, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 April 2018
Cosy home in a quiet residential neighborhood.
A good experience to stay in a typical japanese house in a quiet residential neighborhood away from touristy areas. Once we learnt to use the bus lines it was super easy to get around. Chie is extremely friendly and helpful, she came to clean the house and change our towels during our stay.
Shari
Shari, 4-night trip
Verified Lastminute guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 July 2017
Beautiful place with excellent owner
We loved staying here. The apartment was so comfortable and the area was so beautiful. There is so much space and it is very cute and traditional. It is located on a quiet little street just a block away from the imperial palace. In addition to all this the owner is incredibly nice and accommodating. This is one of the best places I have ever stayed. Excellent value for the money.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 April 2019
Idyllinen ja viihtyisä pikku talo
Olin matkalla mieheni ja poikani kanssa ja tämä majoitusvaihtoehto oli meille täydellinen. Pieni ja sympaattinen talo, missä kaksi makuuhuonetta, olohuone ja keittiö. Meidät otettiin erittäin ystävällisesti vastaan ja saimme vinkkejä kaupoista, ravintoloista ja liikennevälineistä. Voin suositella kaikille, jotka eivät halua asua perinteisessä hotellissa, vaan kaipaavat jotain aidompaa.
Jaana
Jaana, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
15 November 2018
Verified traveller
6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
18 August 2018
+ Haus ist Familien-freundlich. Tatami ist praktisch für Babies.
+ Ausstattung wie Küche-waren und Bettwaren sehr komplett.
+ Nette Vermieterin, hilfreich und freundlich.
- Location bisschen weit vom Downtown. Man muss jeden Tag mit Bus fahren.
- Lüftungsmöglichkeit gering. Da es keine Mückennetz gibt, kann man die Fernster nicht aufmachen um zu lüften. Im Summer gibt es viele Mücken.
- Man muss alle Haushalte selbst erledigen - das ist natürlich nicht so bequem wie im Hotel
Amy
Amy, 14-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 December 2016
가족이 안락하게 즐길 수 있는 편안한 호텔
일본 숙소는 협소한 편인데, 이번에 묶었던 곳은 가족을 위해, 특히 어린애를 동반한 가족에게는 최적의 호텔이라고 생각합니다. 2층에 침실이 있어 조용히 쉬고자 하는 사람은 방해받지 않고 쉴 수 있으며, 놀고자하는 사람은 1층 거실에서 시간을 보낼수 있어 좋았습니다.
물론, 현대적인 시설을 원하는 분은 추천하지 않지만, 안락하고 편안한 숙소를 원한다면 괜찮은 선택인 것 같습니다.
Ellie
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 December 2016
깨끗하고 아늑한 호텔
일본 숙박 시설이 협소한 편인데, 이곳은 마음에 들었습니다. 특히, 침실이 2층에 있어 쉬고자 하는 사람은 방해받지 않고 조용히 쉴 수 있었고, 놀고자 하는 사람은 1층 거실에서 시간을 보낼 수 있었던 것이 특히 맘에 들었습니다.
Verified traveller
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 October 2016
Wohnen wie die Japaner
Eine sehr schönes japanisches Gästehaus far alle, die den üblichen Hotels ausweichen und einmal eine echte japanische Wohnung kennen lernen möchten. Die Wohnung ist zentral in Kyoto gelegen mit sehr gutem Anschluss an Bus und U-Bahn und trotzdem in einer sehr ruhigen Wohngegend. In der Umgebung gibt es viele Einkaufmöglichkeuten und gute kleine Retaurants. Da es sich um ein Gästehaus habdelt, gibt es keinen Zimmerservice. Wir haben drei Tage Aufenthalt in diesem Gästehaus genossen und werden sicher wiederkommen..
Verified traveller
Verified Ebookers guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 October 2016
Warmest Japanese Traditional House :)
loosen the fatigue of travel and Had been comfortable stay
I felt the warm hospitality of the landlord Ms.Chie
The house was a clean. not long after the building was built
And gave more good feeling of traditional Japanese houses decorated with antiques, including a records.
Unfortunately, one kind i've got a damp smell in the house, especially the second floor is more bad.
Overall, a case of great experience who also recommend other travelers.