"I was super impressed by their board game collection and wish I could have played more since there is a HUGE selection."
Ariela from United States
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"Loved the main living room area with all the tatami mats, the outdoor atrium/garden area was beautiful too!"
Katia from Australia
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"Homely feel, kotatsu (heated blanket table) and lots of space."
Millie from United Kingdom
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Rooms & Accommodations
Guest House Bokuyado offers private rooms and dormitory beds with air conditioning. Some rooms feature tatami flooring with Japanese futon bedding and a seating area. All rooms have shared bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers, plus toilets with electronic bidets. The largest private room includes air conditioning.
Dining Options
No onsite restaurants are available. Guests have access to a shared kitchen with an electric kettle, tea and coffee facilities, and a refrigerator in the common area.
Leisure & Facilities
The property features a Japanese garden, a shared lounge, and a small library with books. Guests can use bicycle rentals, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.
Location & Transportation
Located in Kyoto's Shimogyo Ward, the hostel is a 5-minute walk from Gojo Station and 1.5 km from Karasuma. It is 1 km from Nishiki Market, Kyoto Tower, and Kyoto Aquarium. Sanjusangendo Temple is 1.5 km away. Osaka Itami Airport is 37 km from the property, with a roundtrip airport shuttle available.
Services & Policies
Services include free luggage storage, express check-out, a computer station, and complimentary newspapers. All registering guests must present passports. The property does not accommodate children in certain rooms and restricts group events like stag or hen parties.
“Staying here feels like stepping into a meticulously preserved Japanese home, complete with a serene garden. What sets it apart, though, is the owner's passion for board games - an unexpected and delightful addition to the experience, especially if you are a board game enthusiast. The communal spaces are welcoming and encourage interaction, creating a genuinely friendly and safe atmosphere.”
Grace WhitmanContent & Editorial Director at Familyhotels
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Twin Room
2 persons
11 m²
2 Single beds
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Standard Japanese-Style Room
2 persons
11 m²
2 Single beds
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Bunk Bed Female Dormitory Room
2 persons
18 m²
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Superior Japanese-Style Room
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11 m²
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