Shimogyo Ward stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Shimogyo Ward guesthouse, you'll find Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Tower. Nishiki Market and Kiyomizu Temple are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
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You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy. A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in. Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
We should mention
As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
Property is also known as
BJ Family Inn Kyoto
BJ Family Kyoto
BJ Family Inn Kyoto
BJ Family Inn Guesthouse
BJ Family Inn Guesthouse Kyoto
BJ Family Inn Reviews
Reviews
7.2
Good
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Room was clean but a little smelly? If you're a medium-large to large human, the bathroom and shower are gonna be cramped. The stairs to the second floor are incredibly steep and shallow and scary when carrying a suitcase.
Absolutely perfect. I needed a quick one night stay, walking distance from Kyoto Station and it had everything I needed. The room is small but no bigger than it needs to be when you just want a bed to fall asleep on after a long journey.
The owner met me at the door, welcomed me in, gave me a tour and was generally very helpful and friendly. I'd definitely stay again.
Well I like that everything was close to the station. A lot of great restaurants, shops, convenient stores, and beautiful sights. Over all I would come back for sure.
Kitchenette shown in pictures is a shared one and not particularly clean.
Room so small that suitcases would need to be stored outside of room when futons deployed,
Bathroom tiny cubicle in corner,
Room facilities quoted on tiny table at floor level in corner and not very useable.
No clothing storage.
Air conditioning did not work.
To sum up totally uninhabitable for a couple.
Checked out after five minutes in room and lost my money.
OVERPRICED
Only one person can stay as very small area. Should be 1/3 price and should not take booking for family or couple. Host is good and overall clean. Not much basic amenities available even Sampoo. Railway station present nearby. Conviene also infornt of stay.
The accommodation and staff were pleasant enough, however the level of comfort and facilities appeared overpriced compared to our accommodation at other locations.
Location was ok, about 10 min away from Kyoto Station. Not so much to do there at night, but there's 7-eleven nearby which proved very convenient.
Everything was very clean. Room size was ok but the bathroom was a bit small.
There's not much interaction between guests, and one should keep quiet at night.
The owner was very nice. Overall, it was a good experience.
Good place to stay for somebody that is on a limited budget. The owner is very nice and accommodating.
marilou
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
10/10 Excellent
Lee
Travelled with family
Dec 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
房間欠一將兩尺高的双人床架!因為無一將實體床,每次起床的時後!比較辛苦!房間清潔整齊,職員有善。
Lee
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
4/10 Poor
Johannes
Travelled with group
Dec 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Small stay with a good location. If you want a cheap stay in Kyoto, this might be a good option. Do note that it didn't feel that traditional + there wasn't much comfort, you basicaly slept on a thick blanket. If you don't mind sleeping on hard surfaces, this might be ok for you.
The houseowner was constantly keeping an eye out & watched what you were doing all the time once you got in the common rooms, which felt a bit uncomfortable.