the guest house is in a very quiet hill-side neighborhood. it's about a 15 minute scenic walk from the ferry that goes along the river shore, small shops, park, and shrine that everyone comes to see. We had a room in the second floor with a small sitting deck, and view of the river. The garden next to the common room had several deer that we watched. it really gave us a chance to slow down after running around Tokyo and Kyoto. As a side note, we lost all our yen (50,000) in an envelope somewhere in Hiroshima the day before. The guest house staff (Mr. Terazawa) was incredibly kind to call all the places we had been to since we didn't speak Japanese. He found that our envelope was at the bakery we stopped at previously and we were able to retrieve it successfully. He even gave us his personal number just in case. we are so grateful for his help and hopes he has a chance to visit Hawaii.

I have booked this hostel for the 4th time now. And everytime I am amazed by how comfortable it is. It is right between the Kyoto Main Station and Kawaramachi/Teramachi making every place easily accessible by foot. It also has a subway station right on front of the door. Everything is clean an modern. Of course the single rooms are a bit small, which is expected and normal in Japan. If you travel alone and want a little more space, book a twin room for only a few bucks more. This is easily the best hostel you can get for that amount of money. If you are like me and use your hotel only to sleep and take a shower - this is exactly what you need. 10/10 recommended.

I felt very cozy and comfortable here! The layout and amenities provided were well thought out - I had everything I needed, when I needed it. The front lobby has a small lounge which I enjoyed using to eat breakfast or to relax. The laundry room and shower room worked well. They have an app to see whether the showers/laundry are in use, before you go there, which was helpful. Lots of spaces available in the women's washroom to dry your hair etc, and the space was nice. I also felt very safe - 24h front desk, phones to contact the front desk on each level, emergency buttons in the bathrooms etc, and keycards restrict you to the locations where you are permitted to go. As someone travelling alone, it really made me feel safe and comfortable. The staff were always friendly and helpful with anything I needed! Great location - steps from a subway line, a short walk from a train line, and easily walkable (albeit a longer walk) to Gion, restaurants, etc. I would definitely stay here again!

Perhaps it would be nice if the bathrooms were cleaned slightly more frequently. Staff did an excellent job when they cleaned them - and the staff are busy, they are constantly working, so not their fault. Just sometimes the towels etc would pile up, or if a guest made a mess, it might be a little while before the next cleaning. Overall it was very clean though and did not negatively impact my stay!

Great location. Close to a metro station, all sorts of buses, bars&restaurants and the main shopping area. - Clean, modern and overall an interesting experience. - Security with a badge system, interesting 'breakfast at a nearby restaurant' system. - Very clean and easy-to-use shower rooms (on 1 floor) and toilets (on each floor) with real-time cabin availability that can be checked online.

Everything is done automatically - checkin, checkout, baggage storage, etc., and can lack some 'human touch' but this is maybe Japan today. - Free coffee/tea in the lobby or floor level would have been much appreciated. - Room almost full with bunk beds and the side alley, where we would open suitcases, was very narrow and the lack of space was felt. - Some guests were quite loud in the hallway and given the proximity of some beds to the hall, it was annoying. - There was not enough self baggage storage space (wires) and we had to leave some luggage non-attached. I find it scandalous to have to pay for baggage kept after checkout.

Very good for the price, room was small but comfortable and there was enough room to keep my luggage open. Shower rooms were very nice and clean. Staff was friendly.

The air vent in my room was extremely loud - I’m very sensitive to noises but I think it would bother even the average person. The breakfast was provided by a nearby restaurant and there was no vegetarian option.

Very recommended, the hostel is right next to a metro station and the bathrooms are extremely clean and well organised. Women showers are situated on a women-only floor. Each shower is an individual cubicle with a separate dressing area to be able to change comfortably. Outside the cubicles, there was a big area with individual sinks to dry hair or do skincare/makeup comfortably. Towels and pijamas are included and can be changed daily. There is space between the tatami and the floor to be able to store suitcases. We stayed 5 nights and have been very happy.

It was a bit difficult to get laundry done as there were just four machines and a lot of demand.

It exceeded my expectations for a hostel. I stayed in a personal single room with a lock. The size of the room was decent, and the space was used smartly. The space under the sleeping area could fit 2 cabin-sized suitcases and a small backpack. The mattresses were comfortable. All the amenities needed were present. The place is close to the convenience stores, bus stops, metro, and Kyoto station. It was easy to find.

Cleanliness of the bathrooms and toilets around 7-8 PM sometimes was whatever. There was a draft from the window. Lack of sunlight in the room (the window was facing some restaurant or sort of).

I loved it, the room was perfect. I was a bit scared cause I tend to get claustrophobic and I didn’t know what i was getting myself into, but I felt perfect at every moment. The room has good ventilation and the fact that there’s a big window makes u feel free despite the small space. The staff was really nice all the time. The room has a space below to store lots of things. The showers are also perfect and the location really nice (I walked everyday to Teramachi/Nishiki area or took the train literally 5 meters away from the hotel to do any other plan)

On the other hand, the bathroom (mostly the sink) can get a bit messy (with hair, toothpaste or water), but I guess that’s just luck.

Excellent location, very central to everything. Subway entrance right next door. Staff were the best! Very helpful and accomodating. Comfortable and clean. Excellent value for money! Great, cheap 24hr restaurant next door too. They have good cheap laundry facilities and luggage storage if staying longer on your last day too. Was way better, cleaner and much cheaper than the IMAX chain of hotels we stayed at in Tokyo. Wish this company was available in Tokyo too! Would have used this chain all over Japan if available.

As it was mid summer but not a huge deal, a mini fridge or communal fridge would have been nice but not that necessary as 7 eleven just across the road.

The Pocket Hotel in Kyoto offers an unbeatable price, making it one of the most budget-friendly accommodations in the city. The value for money is exceptional, especially considering the hotel's cleanliness, which is truly impeccable. Despite the small size, the 7 square meter room for two people feels surprisingly spacious and not at all claustrophobic, which exceeded my expectations. The hotel's location is another major advantage, being conveniently situated for exploring Kyoto. Overall, the Pocket Hotel is an excellent choice for budget-conscious travelers looking for a clean, well-located, and efficient place to stay in Kyoto.

While the Pocket Hotel is perfect for short stays, it might not be the best option for longer trips. The compact size and minimal amenities could feel limiting after several days.