You might be eligible for a Genius discount at Hanakiya. To check if a Genius discount is available for your selected dates sign in.
Genius discounts at this property are subject to book dates, stay dates and other available deals.
About this property
The completely non-smoking Hanakiya is a 5-minute walk from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and a 10-minute drive from JR Kyoto Train Station. It offers simple accommodation with a free-use internet station and microwave. Rooms have free Wi-Fi. The air-conditioned Japanese rooms at Hanakiya Kyoto have traditional futon bedding and tatami (woven-straw) floors. Bathrooms and toilets are shared. Kiyomizu Gojo Station is a 14-minute walk away, and Yasaka Shrine and Kyoto National Museum are both a 5-minute taxi ride. Free coffee and tea are on offer at the common area, as is a shared-use fridge.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Laundry
- Heating
Sign in, save money

Guest reviews
Categories:
Select topics to read reviews:
Guests who stayed here loved
- Yi
Malaysia
“The tatami room was nice, they have a common room, fridge and microwave, all good. I am already looking forward to stay here again if I go to Kyoto. Really near Kiyumizu-dera. Owner-san is super nice and cute too, very responsive, no hassle. I...” - Aaron
Sweden
“The placement is absolutely perfect to get to any of the amazing shrines and the owners are some of the nicest people I’ve ever met, spoke great English and was incredibly nice and caring, the little picturesque inn is the perfect authentic...” - Alina
United Kingdom
“Great location, near all the beautiful traditional streets, Kiyomizudera and lots of places to look at, shop, eat and rest. The room was very comfortable and all the communal bathroom facilities were very clean and well kept The hosts were so...” - Stuart
New Zealand
“Lovely owners and property in great location! Thanks so much for your hospitality.” - Megan
United Kingdom
“Great location, the lady who owns the property is great!” - Tachung
Taiwan
“I had an amazing experience staying at Hanakiya with my family during our visit to Kyoto. The location was perfect—just a short walk to the main street leading to Kiyomizu-dera Temple and the surrounding scenic areas. The host, who lives nearby,...” - Thomas
United Kingdom
“The location is amazing, the facilities are clean and tidy. The owners are really friendly and helped me get my bag back which was lost by my airline. They even left us an assortment of fruit one night!” - Tobias
Switzerland
“A very cozy and warm, family lead accommodation. The owner is super friendly and cheerful. We loved our stay a lot.” - Hana
Czech Republic
“The accommodation at Hanakiya was the best we always felt at home when we arrived at the accommodation in the evening. There was always a warm message waiting for us from the hostess, who was very nice and gave us lots of great tips on places to...” - Monique
Australia
“Had an extremely enjoyable stay! Staff were super friendly and always helped when needed (in addition to providing us with some tasty snacks). Located near several popular bus routes, and located in the old city, meaning famous temples and...”
Property surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.




The fine print
The property has a main building and an annex building. The two buildings are located a few minutes walking distance of each other. Rooms will be assigned upon check in based on availability.
- Check-in hours are 16:00-21:00. Please note a late check-in fee 1000 JPY per 1 hour will be charged for guests arriving after 21:00.
- Luggage storage is available from 14:00.
- By taxi: please show the hotel's telephone number and the following instructions to the taxi driver:
The taxi driver will take you to the entrance of a big car park near Kiyomizu-dera Temple. Go down the steps opposite the car park entrance, and look for hotel's sign in the quiet back street.
-By bus: From Kyoto station take bus 100 or 206 to Gojozaka. Buses have announcements in English.
At the Gojozaka bus stop, go back in the direction from which the bus came. Cross the street at the first traffic light and walk up the hill for about 250 metres, until you reach a 3-way fork in the road. Take the middle one. Walk another 250 metres, to where you see a large car park on the left. Go down the steps opposite the car park entrance, and look for hotel's sign in the quiet back street.
An accommodation tax per person per night is not included in the price and needs to be paid at the property.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
License number: 京都市指令保保生第20号