WAYFARER Gojo

Hotels
8.7 (818 reviews)
550 Shimourokogatacho, Shimogyo Ward , Kyoto , jp

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Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Non-smoking throughout
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Spacious rooms
Helpful staff
Great location
Cons:
Some cleanliness issues
Humidity in rooms
Limited food options

Categories

Cleanliness
8.28
Some reviews noted cleanliness issues, such as mold in the room.
Service
9.25
Many guests praised the staff for their helpfulness and hospitality.
Location
9.29
The location was frequently mentioned as being close to attractions and transport.
Room Quality
8.24
Rooms were generally spacious and comfortable, but some humidity issues were noted.
Amenities
8.77
Good amenities available, with some guests wishing for more, like a washing machine.
Value for Money
8.73
Guests felt they received good value for what they paid, despite minor issues.
Food and Beverage
8.28
No specific mentions of food and beverage, assigned standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8.75
Most reviews conveyed a positive overall experience despite a few minor complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 11:36

Property Description

Centrally Located Luxury: Discover a comfortable stay in the heart of Kyoto, steps away from popular attractions like Sanjusangen-do Temple and Kiyomizu-dera Temple.

Modern Amenities: Enjoy air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and private bathrooms, ensuring a relaxing and convenient stay.

Convenience at Your Fingertips: Benefit from luggage storage space, non-smoking rooms, and proximity to Gion Shijo Station for effortless exploration.

Book your stay at WAYFARER Gojo today for an unforgettable Kyoto experience!

Important information:

Please note that all rooms feature Valpas smart bed legs, ensuring a safe and bedbug free stay.

Please note that housekeeping service is offered every 3 days.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Please inform 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.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
An accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 818 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.28
Service: 9.25
Location: 9.29
Room Quality: 8.24
Amenities: 8.77
Value for Money: 8.73
Food and Beverage: 8.28
Overall Experience: 8.75
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Douglas • family_with_children • jp
9
Pros:

Convient and they had a cute Filipino attending, always a plus.
The room was clean
Amenities were adequate
Access was easy
In all, the accommodation was good and paramount: comfortable

Cons:

No smoking area, but that won't detract from 5 star rating

2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Brigitte • family_with_children • au
10
Highly recommend it.
Pros:

Perfect location - only 10 min to Nishiki Market & 5 to train station

Cons:

Was hard to organise a taxi without the taxi app

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Clare • extended_group • au
8
2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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Kelly • family_with_children • au
10
Pros:

Clean, comfortable and conveniently located. The staff were friendly and helpful throughout our stay.

2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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Kendra • extended_group • us
6
2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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Cristian • couple • gr
8
2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Martha Isabel • solo_traveller • nz
10
Pros:

Cozy

Cons:

The cant fully open the window

2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Arnaud • family_with_children • fr
9
Parfait
Pros:

Spacieux , bon emplacement , propre et confortable

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Penny • couple • au
9
Great modern accommodation
Pros:

Great location with modern room and facilities, friendly staff

2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Pier • family_with_children • it
8
2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Eduard • family_with_children • es
8
Buen hotel
Pros:

La habitación muy espaciosa y la ubicación me gusto

Cons:

Que no tubierán un espacio para lavanderia, fui a otro hotel de su cadena pero no es muy comodo.
El baño olia muy mal, como a humedad o moho.

2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Spencer • extended_group • us
10
2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Julien • couple • de
9
Great affordable Hotel
Pros:

Excellent central location with great amenities and good comfort in the room.

The location:
It is situated close to major attractions, public transportation and shopping areas, while also being in a quiet side street.

The lobby:
The Lobby was clean, had seating space, freely available cold water and a microwave.
The staff speaks great English as well.

The amenities: They provide you with a toothbrush, chewable toothpaste, hair brush, towels and pyjamas.
And if you do not have enough of any of them, you can take more any time from the amenities cart next to the elevator on each floor.

The room:
The room was spacious enough to have room for two suitcases to be opened on the ground. The sound insulation was great as we could not hear anyone from inside or anything from outside. The blinds did a good job of blocking the light from outside.
The bathroom was a little tight but still enough so you could move once the door was closed, and had everything you needed with plenty of space for the towels and amenities.
Everything just worked flawlessly.

Cons:

The only downside was they did not provide two pillows for each guest, so we had to ask if they could find us another one

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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makiya • family_with_children • jp
8
Pros:

ホテルは全体的に綺麗で過ごしやすかったです。スタッフもフレンドリーで親切でした。設備やアメニティーも十分で快適に滞在する事が出来ました。

Cons:

見える所は綺麗にされていましたが、目につかない所で少し清掃が行き届いていない印象です。

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Samantha Jillian • solo_traveller • us
7
Pros:

The staff was great, the shower and bed were both really comfortable. The location is close to Gojo station and quite a few small boutiques, restaurants, and cafes. It's good for a shorter stay for sightseeing.

Cons:

As other comments have mentioned, the stuffiness/humidity in the room is truly unbearable. The window opens just a crack, but it really doesn't help. The air feels thick and makes it a bit harder to breathe. Improvements definitely need to be made. I personally would stay again only if that issue were fixed.

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Caterina • couple • it
8
Pros:

Ottima posizione e bella struttura
Spaziosa la camera dotata di tutti i comfort

Cons:

La camera era a piano terra ed entrava molta umidità

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Trine • couple • dk
5
Meget mindre værelser end beskrevet på hjemmeside. Udsigten fra vinduet var direkte ind i betongvæggen på nabohuset.
Pros:

God beliggenhed, gode senge.

Cons:

Små værelser, dårlig belysning, kun én stol (til to personer), kun rengøring hver 4.dag, ikke kaffe, kun teposer.

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Mireia • couple • es
10
Funcional y cómodo
Pros:

amplio, bonito y limpio

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Abhi • couple • au
8
Nice spacious room with large window. Good location and all amenities
Pros:

Large room, location

Cons:

N/A

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Stephan • family_with_children • at
9
2026-03-14 • via Nuitee