Guesthouse Guesthouse Engawa
605-0846 Kyoto, Kyoto, Higashiyama-ku Gojobashihigashi 6-510-25, Japan – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.8/10! (score from 237 reviews)
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I love everything about Guesthouse Engawa. I felt the personal relationship that was given to us that a 5-star accommodation can provide. They gave us recommendations around Kyoto and helped us with our Kimono experience as well as the off-the-beaten path destinations during the Autumn season. The guesthouse feels like you're at home as everything you needed is available, and did I mention it was free? Yes it is! Oh, and the location is superb. I will definitely come back! Thank you, Linda and family! We enjoyed our stay in Engawa <3

This guesthouse was great! The owners were super friendly and had many suggestions of nearby activities. Although not super close to the Kyoto station, there were several bus routes to take you all over the city (I visited everywhere from Fushimi Inari to Arashiyama and Kinkakuji on the other side of the city). Plenty of amenities, including tea, toiletries, towels, hair dryers, etc. The guesthouse was very clean too. There were lots of nearby food options and easy access to Kiyomizu temple, which was beautiful. Would definitely stay here again!

The loveliest hosts that we have ever stayed with. Li and Linda ensured that we had a great stay throughout our time in Kyoto. We were treated like family and able to use anything around the house free of charge (drinks, coffees, maps). They even did our washing for us. Just amazing hospitality and customer care. The highlight was the night tour with Li on our last evening. We ventured through the tiny back streets of Kyoto's traditional Geisha district looking for Geiko/Maiko. We had the best time at Guesthouse Engawa and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Kyoto, wanting a personal and local experience.

The hosts were amazing. Their love of Kyoto clearly shows and they will give free tours around. The location is spectacular. Did I mention the free laundry?

Spacious for a guest house, clean, quiet and very homey! Our host, Li, was amazing! He took us out for evening sightseeing and we were so thrilled! We would have never known about these places without his guidance! His property provided every amenity u can imagine! I would highly recommend Engawa guest house

The hosts were so welcoming, kind and helpful, I felt instantly at ease which was great for my first time travelling alone! They made sure my every need was met and went above and beyond to make sure my stay in Kyoto was comfortable and rewarding. I especially liked their recommendations for what sights to see and when, and that they drove me around to see some of the night sights.

Li and Li (Linda and Clyde) could not have been better hosts! They were friendly and accommodating and generally upbeat. Met some interesting guests there and the evening car tour was memorable. They even did my laundry and offered Japanese Pj’s. I was coming down with a cold and Clyde gave me some Taiwanese medicine packets , vitamin C , which did the trick. Thank you both for making my stay memorable and giving me a feeling of family .

The friendliest guesthouse keepers I've ever met! They really made sure I had everything I needed for an enjoyable stay. Driving around the city for sightseeing in the evening was one of the best experiences I had during my stay in Kyoto. The place itself is cute and well-kept. The location is perfect for exploring Kyoto, especially if you borrow a bike from the guesthouse as I did.

Wow! I loved this guesthouse. The location was perfect. Everything that you want to see is super walkable. The guesthouse was immaculate. My room was very comfortable. The tatami that I slept on was far more comfortable than I expected. I slept like a baby every night I was there. The AC worked beautifully. Every possible soap, shampoo, sunscreen, bug spray, toothpaste, etc was available for use. I had everything I could possibly need. More important than the physical attributes of the property, the couple running the guesthouse are two of the friendliest people I have ever met. Every need was attended to. The husband gave me a wonderful night tour of the city and took me to several onsens. Without hesitation, I would recommend this property to any and all. 5 stars!

Everthing. The Taiwanese couples were simply the best host I met so far, extremely friendly and helpful. They prepared everything you can or cannot think of. The place are clean and cosy.

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One of our best sellers in Kyoto! Guest house Engawa offers accommodations in Kyoto.
Guests can relax and enjoy the peace and quiet of Kyoto in their rooms. Each comes with a flat-screen TV, and an electric kettle will be provided upon request. Bathroom facilities are shared with other guests. Free toiletries and hairdryers are also available.
There is luggage storage space at the property.
Kiyomizu-dera Temple is 1,950 feet from Guest house Engawa, while Heian Shrine is 1.5 mi from the property. The nearest airport is Osaka Itami Airport, 24 mi from the property.
This is our guests' favorite part of Kyoto, according to independent reviews.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.
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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 9.7 for two-person stays.
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京都の茶碗坂の右側である扇子司 伊藤常と清閑寺窯 祥平の隣の路地裏にあるゲストハウスでございます~ ゲストハウスの近くの坂道には、陶器店だけではなく、清水寺の参道として、お土産物を売るお店やちょっとした食べ歩きのお店も。 最もにぎわいのある参道からは裏の通りにあたり、車も入ることの出来る道路のため、風情ある観光地が近くにありながら、路地裏の静かな環境でございます。 贅沢立地だけに早朝参拝や、 鴨川での早朝散歩 など京都ならではの風情を楽しめます。 申し訳ありませんが、ごく普通の施設ですから、ご期待に添えない場合があります。ご了承ください。また、階段は結構ありますので、ご年配の方にもご遠慮ください。
茶碗坂の隠れ家で、お寺の鐘の音を聞きながら、自然と文化の流れを感じてみませんか。 コロナウィルスの対応のため、宿には常に消毒作業を行い、一棟貸しのプラン(六畳和室ハウス)がございます。 最大四名の宿泊プランもございますので、気軽にお問い合わせください。
茶碗坂、清水寺、産寧坂、二年坂、寧々小路、高台寺、石塀小路、八坂神社、祇園、鴨川、南禅寺、東福寺、平安神宮など
Languages spoken: English, Japanese, Chinese
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Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka0.1 miles
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Yurufuwari0.3 miles
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Jishu Shrine0.3 miles
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Kiyomizu-dera Temple0.3 miles
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Ishibe Alley0.3 miles
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Rokuharamitsu-ji Temple0.4 miles
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Kodai-ji0.4 miles
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Toyokuni Shrine0.5 miles
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Kyoto National Museum0.5 miles
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Kennin-ji Temple0.5 miles
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Cafe/Bar イノダコーヒ清水支店0.2 miles
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Restaurant おめん高台寺店0.4 miles
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Restaurant 阿古屋茶屋0.4 miles
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Restaurant 総本家ゆどうふ奥丹0.4 miles
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Cafe/Bar 前田珈琲高台寺店0.4 miles
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Sanjusangen-do Temple0.6 miles
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Gion Shijo Station0.7 miles
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Shoren-in Temple0.9 miles
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Old Rissei Elementary School0.9 miles
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Samurai Kembu Kyoto1 miles
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Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall1.3 miles
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Tofuku-ji Temple1.3 miles
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Kyoto Station1.4 miles
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Heian Shrine1.5 miles
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Imperial Palace2.2 miles
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Mountain 清水寺0.2 miles
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Itami Airport24.1 miles
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Kobe Airport40.2 miles
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Kansai International Airport49.1 miles
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Amenities of Guesthouse Engawa
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8
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Outdoors
- Garden
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
- Lockers
- Baggage storage
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
General
- Adults only
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
- English
- Japanese
- Chinese
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Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Curfew
The entrance to the property is closed between 1:00 AM and 6:00 AM
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
There's no capacity for cribs at this property.
This property doesn't offer extra beds.
Age restriction
Check-in is only possible for guests between 18 and 48 years old
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine print
Public parking is available nearby. Charges apply.
Walls and floors are not soundproof and guests may experience some noise or disturbance.
Please note that the front desk may not be staffed outside regular check-in hours (16:00 - 22:00).
Luggage storage is available prior to check-in. Please contact the directly and make your request in advance if you intend to drop off your luggage between 12:00 - 14:00, as the property may not be staffed during those hours.
Guests are kindly requested to indicate the gender of each guest staying in the room in the Special Requests box when booking.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travelers on dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be canceled on arrival.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.
As a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has temporarily suspended its shuttle services.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
Please inform Guesthouse Engawa of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
An accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
License number: 京都市指令保保生第377号
FAQs about Guesthouse Engawa
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Guesthouse Engawa is 1.7 miles from the center of Kyoto.
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Room options at Guesthouse Engawa include:
- Bed in Dorm
- Twin
- Single
- Vacation Home
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From the nearest airport, you can get to Guesthouse Engawa by:
- Train 1h 30min
- Airport shuttle (public) 1h 40min
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The prices at Guesthouse Engawa may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Check-in at Guesthouse Engawa is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:30 AM.