Kyoto Wakouan Retro Stay

Hotels
8.9 (65 reviews)
52番地 , Kinugasa , jp

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Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Terrace
Family rooms
Non-smoking throughout
Free wired internet
Internet access
Japanese garden

Review Highlights

Pros:
Kind and attentive service
Comfortable and quiet location
Friendly and charming atmosphere
Cons:
Room cleanliness issues
Distance from the city center

Categories

Cleanliness
8.29
The room was a little grimey and could’ve done with a big deep clean.
Service
9.76
Guests mentioned the exceptional hospitality, kindness, and attentiveness of the host.
Location
9.3
The location was terrific, providing a quiet atmosphere yet accessible to local transport.
Room Quality
8.75
Rooms are described as decent-sized and comfortable.
Amenities
8.78
Good facilities including washing machines and kitchen appliances available.
Value for Money
8.74
Guests felt the experience matched the cost, given the overall comfort and hospitality.
Food and Beverage
8.29
No specific mentions, but tea was offered upon check-in.
Overall Experience
9.26
Many positive remarks suggest a thoroughly enjoyable stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 08:49

Property Description

Prime Location
Located in the Kita Ward district of Kinugasa, Kyoto Wakouan Retro Stay is a stone's throw away from Kinkaku-ji Temple and other major attractions like Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, Nijo Castle, and Kyoto Imperial Palace.

Comfortable Accommodation
The air-conditioned units are equipped with fully functional kitchens and modern amenities, ensuring a comfortable stay. Some rooms even offer a private terrace for guests to unwind and enjoy the serene surroundings.

Convenient Facilities
With a garden, washing machine, and free WiFi, Kyoto Wakouan Retro Stay provides all the necessary facilities for a seamless stay. Guests can also explore nearby attractions like Kyoto International Manga Museum and Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall.

Important information:

Please note that cats live on site.Managed by a private host

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 65 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.29
Service: 9.76
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 8.75
Amenities: 8.78
Value for Money: 8.74
Food and Beverage: 8.29
Overall Experience: 9.26
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Tzur • solo_traveller • il
10
2025-12-19 • via Nuitee
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CHIN-HUI • solo_traveller • tw
10
當初訂這裡就是離我想要去的北野天滿宮、平野神社還有金閣寺什麼都很方便，還有一眼就被日式花園給吸引，花園是白天開放參觀、一個非常寧靜的環境，住宿在二樓，不建議帶大行李箱的遊客到訪（樓梯比較窄比較陡），房間有冰箱、微波爐、烤箱、水槽唯獨廁所淋浴
Pros:

招待的姊姊超級熱情、跟我介紹她的日式花園、住宿詳細說明。

Cons:

沒有誒

2025-12-09 • via Nuitee
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Yongzhi • solo_traveller • cn
10
2025-12-06 • via Nuitee
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Amândio • solo_traveller • sa
9
2025-12-06 • via Nuitee
寺原 • solo_traveller • jp
10
旅の疲れが癒される宿でした
Pros:

いつも利用させていただいています。
今回も快適に過ごせました。
毎回あちこち歩き回って足が痛くなるのですが宿に帰ってゆっくり休むと次の日は元気を取り戻します。
2匹いるにゃんこもフレンドリーで癒される存在です。
ありがとうございました。

Cons:

ありません。 いつもきれいなお部屋で感謝しています。

2025-12-03 • via Nuitee
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Jiahao • solo_traveller • cn
10
2025-12-02 • via Nuitee
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Ikumi • solo_traveller • jp
5
2025-11-29 • via Nuitee
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Una • solo_traveller • at
8
2025-11-23 • via Nuitee
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Lucas • solo_traveller • cz
10
Pros:

Junko-san is a really kind and nice person.
When I first arrived she has offered me tea right away whilst I was filling out the check in form. Even with language barrier she was really patient with me and even explained story behind her garden and meaning of the chants I could hear early morning.
Definitely a pleasant stay and if by any chance I make it to Japan and Kyoto again, I am gonna stay here again.

Accomodation 5/5
Personal: 5/5
Room: 5/5
Price: 5/5

Ps.: Cats are lovely but be aware they take prisoners by sitting at the persons lap not letting them out for sightseeing.

2025-11-20 • via Nuitee
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Tatiana • solo_traveller • ru
10
Pros:

Thank you for your kindness! I love your perfect place! Yamato-san personal love!

2025-11-16 • via Nuitee
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Nobuaki • solo_traveller • jp
1
2025-11-16 • via Nuitee
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Narita • solo_traveller • jp
10
エネルギーチャージ
Pros:

オーナーが迎え入れてくださり、ホスピタリティが最高でした！

Cons:

なし

2025-11-15 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

Fantastic location, host and room. Easy check in and out and good communication from the host.

2025-11-13 • via Nuitee
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Amara • solo_traveller • us
8
This was perfect for my needs and close enough to everything while still tucked away and quiet
Pros:

The location was terrific and Junko was a very kind and informative host. I loved the cat too :)

Cons:

I have no complaints

2025-11-10 • via Nuitee
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Sadie • couple • gb
6
Pros:

owner was lovely and welcoming. great residential location with lots of transport links, restaurants and supermarkets. decent sized room and storage, and not many people sharing the bathroom.

Cons:

the room was a little grimey and could’ve done with a big deep clean, meaning the room always smelt a bit funky.

2025-11-09 • via Nuitee
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Amy • solo_traveller • us
8
2025-11-08 • via Nuitee
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Cornea • solo_traveller • be
9
Incroyable expérince
Pros:

L'accueil fut incroyable, la présentation de la maison et la séance de médiation m'ont donnée envie de revenir.
La maison est magnifique, je ne m'attendais pas à une telle expérience.

Cons:

Je suis quelqu'un de grand (1.90m), il faut faire attention à ne pas se cogner la tête.

2025-11-05 • via Nuitee
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Syed Yahya • extended_group • fr
8
Accueil très aimable
Pros:

L’accueil était très chaleureux. Le personnel, très aimable et attentionné. La chambre et correcte, propre. Les matelas sont confortables. Les douches, les toilettes sont également bien. J’ai bien aimé la grande pièce donnant au jardin, malheureusement, je n’ai pas pu en profiter.

Cons:

L’établissement est très loin du centre, bien qu’il y a un bus qui mène directement à la gare. Du fait de se trouver loin du centre, il est situe dans un endroit très calme. Nous n’avons pas resté assez longtemps pour découvrir tous les petits trésors dans le voisinage.

2025-11-03 • via Nuitee
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Manuel Alejandro • solo_traveller • es
10
2025-10-26 • via Nuitee
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a • solo_traveller • au
10
2025-10-19 • via Nuitee