Guest House Waraku-an

I loved my stay at Waraku-An - I stayed for a week, and staying at this traditional machiya was one of the highlights of my trip! Sleeping on the futon was incredibly comfortable, and the room was very clean. I also really enjoyed checking out various bakeries, restaurants, and cafes that the staff of Waraku-An had recommended on a map that they provide - the places that they recommended provided delicious breads, dinner and breakfast sets like freshly made udon noodles. The staff were also so accomodating with my requests to throw out rubbish and attain hangers/clothing lines, and always greeted me with a warm smile. The location is very convenient - a 10min walk from Jingu Marutamachi Station, and a 15min walk to Heian Jingu Shrine. I cannot recommend Waraku-An enough. Thank you for the kind hospitality! :)

Sometimes the WiFi connection was a little spotty in the private room, however, the staff already acknowledge this in their booklet, and recommend checking the salon area for a better connection.

This is my second time of stay. Love this historical hostel which filled with tradition, beautiful scene and local living culture. The staff are nice, friendly and with fluent English. It's so lucky that we can squeeze in a 1N stay here. This makes our Kyoto trip shine with one more memorable experience.

The location is with a bit distance from the Kyoto main station (need to take a 3Xmin bus trip by route 206). Mind the noise at night as this is a 100-yr old building made with wood.

Beautiful traditional Japanese house, nicely styled. Our room was spacious, the blanket was fluffy and warm on a cold night. The shower in the common area was also spacious and nice. We were allowed to check-in early which was wonderful because it was a rainy day and we needed to get changed after getting wet while travelling. The property is located close to the buses.

Toilet is a bit small

We have lived here for ten days and it already seems like our own home. The owner is very nice, always polite and kind. The location of the house is also very good, there are three bus stops that can go almost anywhere in Kyoto.

If there is anything to be improved it would be that the 3 toilets are too small, but this is an old house and it is difficult to change the layout.

The guest house was an amazingly beautiful old-style Japanese house. It was very photogenic and contained lots of stuff that could belong in a museum of Kyoto. The staff were incredibly kind and helpful. The house is in a convenient location, near a bus stop to take you to Arashiyama and other sights, a short walk to the Tozai line subway station and to the Keihan Line. I will definitely stay here again.

Generally good! It’s not located in the heart of the city, but very convenient to get to by bus. Staff are very helpful and very kind! The private garden is really beautiful!

It was bit cold during this season (winter). I think it’s better to stay during spring or fall season

An experience of old times gone by in the heart of Kyoto. It felt like we got transported back in time. It is conveniently situated for easy access to transportation. Staff was super friendly and helpful. It's definitely worth the experience.

Beautiful guest house in Kyoto with incredible rooms for a truly unique stay. The staff were really helpful with everything. It's a really peaceful place to stay whilst in Kyoto and can recommend the location.

Staff super friendly, lots of amenities, atmospheric, multiple shared and clean toilet/showers. Lots of transport links via bus. Quiet location

Slightly uncomfortable beds, but this is traditional futon experience!

amazing local experience. All family was happy to experience the sleeping on tatami 😃 The blankets were puffy like cloud 😃 if was super comfy to sleap. And house and garden itself are mazing. Go for it if you visit Osaka and have unforgetible experience for all the family.