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Serendipity@Kyoto

Luxury holiday home with kitchen, near Nishijin Textile Center

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Lounge area
    Lounge area
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
    Refrigerator
Main amenities
  • 3 smoke-free homes
  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Multilingual staff
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Kitchen
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate dining area
  • Living room

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Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4

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About the area

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509-15 Teraima, Kamigyo, Kyoto, Kyoto, 602-8215

What's nearby

  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Nijō Castle - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Kinkaku-ji Temple - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Kyoto University - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Nishiki Market - 5 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 59 min drive
  • Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.) - 98 min drive
  • Kitano-Hakubaicho Station - 22 min walk
  • Demachiyanagi Station - 28 min walk
  • Tojiin Station - 30 min walk
  • Imadegawa Station - 13 min walk
  • Kuramaguchi Station - 21 min walk
  • Nijojo-mae Station - 24 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪親愛 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪中華料理沁 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪鶴屋吉信 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪逃現郷 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪シュークリームカフェ オアフ 京都西陣本店 - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Serendipity@Kyoto

This holiday home puts you a short five-minute drive from Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Imperial Palace. Homes offer nice touches such as deep-soaking baths, down duvets and slippers. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Imadegawa Station is 13 minutes away.

Languages

English, Japanese

At a glance

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
  • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Contactless check-out

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Up to 3 children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Self parking on site (JPY 1700 per day)

Family friendly

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's dinnerware

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Snack bar/deli

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Down duvet
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Deep-soaking bath
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer
  • Free toiletries
  • Slippers
  • Bidet
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Lever door handles
  • No lifts
  • Portable shower seat
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff
  • Local maps
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guide

Location highlights

  • Near the boardwalk
  • Near a metro station
  • Near a train station
  • In the city centre
  • In the historical district

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Security system

General

  • 3 rooms
  • 2 floors
  • 1 building
  • Built in 1892
  • Traditional architecture

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 200–1,000 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.

Parking

  • Self-parking costs JPY 1700 per day

Policies

The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
This property does not have lifts.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Also known as

Serendipity@Kyoto Kyoto
Serendipity@Kyoto House Kyoto
Serendipity@Kyoto House
Serendipity@Kyoto Kyoto
Serendipity@Kyoto Private vacation home
Serendipity@Kyoto Private vacation home Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Does Serendipity@Kyoto offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Serendipity@Kyoto does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at this holiday home?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at this holiday home?
Yes. Self-parking costs JPY 1700 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at this holiday home?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Serendipity@Kyoto and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Nishijin Textile Center (3-min walk) and Seimei-Jinja Shrine (3-min walk), along with Raku Art Museum (8-min walk) and Uhoin (9-min walk).
Does Serendipity@Kyoto have private hot tubs?
Yes, this property has a deep-soaking bath.
Does Serendipity@Kyoto have a kitchen or kitchenette?
Yes, there is a kitchen, which also includes a toaster, cookware and a fridge.
What's the area around Serendipity@Kyoto like?
Serendipity@Kyoto is in Central Kyoto, a short 14-minute walk from Kyoto Imperial Palace and 12 minutes' walk from Doshisha University.

Serendipity@Kyoto Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Japanese Style Guesthouse
We absolutely loved our stay at Serendipity! It was every clean, well maintained and had everything you needed. A wonderful experience of living in a Japanese style house. An easy walk to the bus stop made it very convenient to travel and see the sights of Kyoto. Chie the owner was extremely kind and helpful and we hope to visit again.
Emma, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Cosy home in a quiet residential neighborhood.
A good experience to stay in a typical japanese house in a quiet residential neighborhood away from touristy areas. Once we learnt to use the bus lines it was super easy to get around. Chie is extremely friendly and helpful, she came to clean the house and change our towels during our stay.
Shari, 4-night trip
Verified Lastminute guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place with excellent owner
We loved staying here. The apartment was so comfortable and the area was so beautiful. There is so much space and it is very cute and traditional. It is located on a quiet little street just a block away from the imperial palace. In addition to all this the owner is incredibly nice and accommodating. This is one of the best places I have ever stayed. Excellent value for the money.
Jennifer, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Idyllinen ja viihtyisä pikku talo
Olin matkalla mieheni ja poikani kanssa ja tämä majoitusvaihtoehto oli meille täydellinen. Pieni ja sympaattinen talo, missä kaksi makuuhuonetta, olohuone ja keittiö. Meidät otettiin erittäin ystävällisesti vastaan ja saimme vinkkejä kaupoista, ravintoloista ja liikennevälineistä. Voin suositella kaikille, jotka eivät halua asua perinteisessä hotellissa, vaan kaipaavat jotain aidompaa.
Jaana, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

+ Haus ist Familien-freundlich. Tatami ist praktisch für Babies. + Ausstattung wie Küche-waren und Bettwaren sehr komplett. + Nette Vermieterin, hilfreich und freundlich. - Location bisschen weit vom Downtown. Man muss jeden Tag mit Bus fahren. - Lüftungsmöglichkeit gering. Da es keine Mückennetz gibt, kann man die Fernster nicht aufmachen um zu lüften. Im Summer gibt es viele Mücken. - Man muss alle Haushalte selbst erledigen - das ist natürlich nicht so bequem wie im Hotel
Amy, 14-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

가족이 안락하게 즐길 수 있는 편안한 호텔
일본 숙소는 협소한 편인데, 이번에 묶었던 곳은 가족을 위해, 특히 어린애를 동반한 가족에게는 최적의 호텔이라고 생각합니다. 2층에 침실이 있어 조용히 쉬고자 하는 사람은 방해받지 않고 쉴 수 있으며, 놀고자하는 사람은 1층 거실에서 시간을 보낼수 있어 좋았습니다. 물론, 현대적인 시설을 원하는 분은 추천하지 않지만, 안락하고 편안한 숙소를 원한다면 괜찮은 선택인 것 같습니다.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

깨끗하고 아늑한 호텔
일본 숙박 시설이 협소한 편인데, 이곳은 마음에 들었습니다. 특히, 침실이 2층에 있어 쉬고자 하는 사람은 방해받지 않고 조용히 쉴 수 있었고, 놀고자 하는 사람은 1층 거실에서 시간을 보낼 수 있었던 것이 특히 맘에 들었습니다.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wohnen wie die Japaner
Eine sehr schönes japanisches Gästehaus far alle, die den üblichen Hotels ausweichen und einmal eine echte japanische Wohnung kennen lernen möchten. Die Wohnung ist zentral in Kyoto gelegen mit sehr gutem Anschluss an Bus und U-Bahn und trotzdem in einer sehr ruhigen Wohngegend. In der Umgebung gibt es viele Einkaufmöglichkeuten und gute kleine Retaurants. Da es sich um ein Gästehaus habdelt, gibt es keinen Zimmerservice. Wir haben drei Tage Aufenthalt in diesem Gästehaus genossen und werden sicher wiederkommen..
Verified Ebookers guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Warmest Japanese Traditional House :)
loosen the fatigue of travel and Had been comfortable stay I felt the warm hospitality of the landlord Ms.Chie The house was a clean. not long after the building was built And gave more good feeling of traditional Japanese houses decorated with antiques, including a records. Unfortunately, one kind i've got a damp smell in the house, especially the second floor is more bad. Overall, a case of great experience who also recommend other travelers.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

古民家に泊まる
古民家を改築した2階の建物です。駐車場スペースがありません。近くのパーキングを利用することになります。京都はパーキング高いので、その分の出費を考慮する必要があります。夏場に利用したため、蚊が多かったです。蚊取り線香が用意されていました。トイレが狭いので体の大きい人は、身動きが大変です。独立したキッチンがあり、キッチン用具が一通りそろっています。バスタオルのみが提供されます。
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

居心地最高でした。
ちょっとわかりにくい場所ですが、一軒家貸し切りです。 居間と寝室が別で、台所用品も充実しており、お布団も気持ちよかったです。 長期滞在にはぴったりかと。真向いの中華料理屋も趣があります。
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

京都の自宅感覚
京都の自宅に帰って来た感じ。今回は3人での宿泊でしたが定員5人以上でも大丈夫です。厨房、食器も揃い朝食は自家製でゆっくり出来ます。夕食は近所の居酒屋で地元の方々と懇親を深め楽しく過ごす事ができました。ただ車だった為すぐそばのコインパーキングが3000円だったのが残念でしたが京都らしい滞在でした。
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

小さな子どもがいる人にはオススメ
快適に過ごせました。 寝室とリビングが別々なのがいいです。 トイレが狭かったのとリビングのエアコンの調子が悪かったの以外は大満足です！
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

好有日本家庭感覺
雖然地方比較遠，唔易搵；但係住宿嘅女主人好好，係大門口一直等我地，又講解入住需知；加上酒店內提供一些小食，比我地食用；住宿地方大又整潔；女主人又會用email同我地保持聯絡，提供我地要嘅資料。
Verified Expedia guest review