"The location of the house is great for walking around to eat locally at night, having the bikes made cruising around the city super easy and the interiors of the house are clean, traditional and gorgeous."
Nina F from Australia
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"There is a Japanese style sliding door at the end of our room, when we slide it open we could step outside to a little private hallway, and we could see trees and plants outside in the yard."
Yang from Japan
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"It's really cozy and lovely, like you can really immerse yourself into Japanese culture."
Zheng from China
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Rooms with Japanese Style
Guesthouse Yululu offers 9 air-conditioned rooms with tatami flooring and Japanese futon bedding. Each bed includes a luggage storage area, a privacy curtain, and an electrical outlet. Rooms have free WiFi, coffee/tea makers, and small private balconies. Bathrooms and toilets are shared, with showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Shared Kitchen & Amenities
Guests can prepare meals in the communal kitchen, which includes a microwave. The guesthouse provides free luggage storage from 09:00 to 16:00. A communal living room and terrace are available for use. Laundry facilities and multilingual staff are also on-site.
Central Kyoto Location
Guesthouse Yululu is a 5-minute walk from Karasumaoike Metro Station and 1 km from Karasuma. Kyoto Imperial Palace, Nijo Castle, and Gion are each a 20-minute walk away. Kiyomizu Temple, Kyoto International Manga Museum, and Umekoji Park are nearby. Osaka Itami Airport is 39 km from the property.
Safety & Policies
Safety features include a fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and first aid kit. Passports are required for all registering guests. No pets or service animals are allowed. Check-in is from 16:00, and late check-in is possible.
Nearby Attractions
The guesthouse is close to Kyoto Imperial Palace (1.5 km), Nijo Castle (1.5 km), and Kyoto International Manga Museum (0.3 km). Lake Biwa, Kamogawa Park, and Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine (5 km) are accessible for nature walks. The area has shopping options, including local markets and boutiques.
“What stands out is the welcoming atmosphere, undoubtedly boosted by the friendly staff and convenient location. Beds offer essential comforts with personal lighting and storage, alongside a comfortable traditional Japanese mattress. In my opinion, it's a hostel that balances value and comfort effectively.”
Grace WhitmanContent & Editorial Director at Familyhotels
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Japanese-Style Double Room
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65 sq. feet
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Japanese-Style Triple Room
2 persons
120 sq. feet
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Family Room Garden View
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175 sq. feet
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140 sq. feet
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