91%Guesthouse Bon

Awsome place! stayed three nights and was kind of sad to leave! Good sized rooms! outstanding friendly service... the owner drove us to the station at the end of our stay because we had such heavy bags! Will definately stay here again on our way back through kyoto!

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by jamesbosullivan4448 – posted on Dec 14, 2008

2

We LOVED this place! If you want a traditional style Japanese living arrangement while staying in Kyoto, I HIGHLY recommend Guesthouse Bon. It may be hard to find, but the house itself was very charming, and the owner is a very helpful and friendly man. Great place!

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by rnev546098 – posted on Nov 25, 2008

6

1. The host is very friendly and kind to share all the information to visitors. 2. The room is very clean, and the host is very considerate to help you ready for your sheets. 3. However, the location is a little far from city center, if you are people who like night life, you may not enjoy...

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by ykshen – posted on Nov 6, 2008

6

Great place to stay and the owner is very helpful with giving tips on where to go and where to eat! I highly recommend renting the bicycles and seeing all the sights that way.

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by sarahyoshida771061 – posted on Nov 4, 2008

2

Not a Guesthouse but a Friendshouse, initially were going to stay for 2 nights and finally stayed for a week...thanks Katsuo San for everything. Matane!

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by adamar4660 – posted on Oct 31, 2008

6

Felt like I was staying at a real Japanese house. Added to the whole experience in Kyoto.

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by chrisho785648 – posted on Oct 16, 2008

5

Nice place. a bit far from the downtown but with an easy access from the JR station. We felt really comfortable there: everything you may need at place (including wi - fi) and not too many rules or restriction to obey. It was not a problem to check in earlier or leave the luggage.Important thing:... more Nice place. a bit far from the downtown but with an easy access from the JR station. We felt really comfortable there: everything you may need at place (including wi - fi) and not too many rules or restriction to obey. It was not a problem to check in earlier or leave the luggage.Important thing: At night it was really silent in the streetclose

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by marzenach3867 – posted on Oct 15, 2008

2

The host is so nice!! The ryokan is clean and nice, and the owner is a great helpfull person. It is a little bit far from the city centre, but you can hire a bike in the hostel and move around without any problem. I would definetely recommend the hostel and also discovering Kyoto by bike, which...

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by valienteleyre110 – posted on Oct 10, 2008

2

We loved our stay at Bon. Mr Bon was very helpful, lovely, kind and generous. He took time out of his day to show a genuine interest in what we were planning and offered very useful hints and tips as well as invaluable help with the language! The room was spacious and clean and it really... more We loved our stay at Bon. Mr Bon was very helpful, lovely, kind and generous. He took time out of his day to show a genuine interest in what we were planning and offered very useful hints and tips as well as invaluable help with the language! The room was spacious and clean and it really felt more like staying with a family than in a hostel. We cannot reccomend this place enough. it is quite a way north of Kyoto downtown but is perfect for the Northwest, North Higashiyama and Arashiyama areas. We found buses to be quick and easy (around half and hour to central station) and Mr Bon was really helpful regarding best routes to take. All in all a fabulous few days and we would definitely stay here again should we return to Kyoto.close

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by thequietone – posted on Oct 4, 2008

3

Clean, fun, and the owner is super helpful and nice. I will be going to Guesthouse Bon every time I'm in Kyoto.

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by matthewsocia6536 – posted on Sep 27, 2008

3

Mr Bon is very helpful and nice. He explained every details for us, and we are welcomed by the warm hospitality. If next time I travel to Kyoto, I certainly will choose Bon Guest Again.

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by lihiufai922 – posted on Jul 8, 2008

1

very nice and helpful owner. silent place, famous temples close to the hostel

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by artmedia9579 – posted on Jul 1, 2008

3

A bit hard to find the hostel. Owner gives great advice on traveling the city. A great sushi restaurant around the corner. A very fun experience.

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by davis1884433 – posted on Jun 23, 2008

11

Taniguchi-san was a really good host, he helped a lot when we opened Kyoto's map in the commom room and helped us to plan next day's route. Also to rent a bike there and discover the city as a highlight. Thank you!

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by andregordon20081769 – posted on Jun 16, 2008

2

Like being in home, the best host I have ever meet. It was a placer and very tradicional japanese style.

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by kikepiles6088 – posted on Jun 15, 2008

5

Guest House Bon was a great place to stay in Kyoto if you want to experience suburban life. It is a bit of a walk from the nearest bus and getting into town takes a bit of time, but is a great choice if you are in Kyoto for a longer period of time and want to be somewhere quiet. There is a great... more Guest House Bon was a great place to stay in Kyoto if you want to experience suburban life. It is a bit of a walk from the nearest bus and getting into town takes a bit of time, but is a great choice if you are in Kyoto for a longer period of time and want to be somewhere quiet. There is a great shopping street and Zen temple near by and the host family are great!close

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by abcaitken1995 – posted on May 30, 2008

3

Loved this place. It was very relaxedand open. The family who run it are very friendly and helpful. It felt like being at home. It was a little basic in terms of facilties with its open air bathroom, but personally this added to the charm of the place. I would definately stay here again. No... more Loved this place. It was very relaxedand open. The family who run it are very friendly and helpful. It felt like being at home. It was a little basic in terms of facilties with its open air bathroom, but personally this added to the charm of the place. I would definately stay here again. No breakfast included but can be cooked on request fo a small fee, recommended.close

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by juliariding3967 – posted on May 22, 2008

5

I've never felt compelled to fill this bit in ever, but Bon hostel is great. It has heaps of charcter and the bloke who runs it (sorry I never caught your name) is so helpful, he cares about your trip to Kyoto. The hostel is not in the middle of Kyoto but is easily accessible. I'd recommend... more I've never felt compelled to fill this bit in ever, but Bon hostel is great. It has heaps of charcter and the bloke who runs it (sorry I never caught your name) is so helpful, he cares about your trip to Kyoto. The hostel is not in the middle of Kyoto but is easily accessible. I'd recommend hiring one of the bikes from the hostel for 500yen and seeing Kyoto that way. Keep up the good work! Owenclose

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by owenrda – posted on May 11, 2008

1

The friendliest people you will eva meet, very very helpful!!! Cool, little cosy rooms, traditional japanese style.. definately recommend...

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by marktoole5350 – posted on May 7, 2008

4

Guest house bon was one of the high lights of our trip positioned in a gorgeous town.spacious. home away from home. recommend highly

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by brucebelinda1709 – posted on Apr 14, 2008

1

My friends and I absolutely *loved* our stay at Guesthouse Bon. The room was cozy and the common room was a great place to meet and chat with other guests. We can't say enough about the family that runs the place. They were so friendly and helpful with directions and suggesting places to visit... more My friends and I absolutely *loved* our stay at Guesthouse Bon. The room was cozy and the common room was a great place to meet and chat with other guests. We can't say enough about the family that runs the place. They were so friendly and helpful with directions and suggesting places to visit and their English was very good. The only downside is the location which is 30-40 minutes from Kyoto station by bus or subway which made it a chore to make side trips to nearby destinations. Overall I would recommend Guesthouse Bon to anyone looking for an inexpensive accommedation for any length of time in Kyoto. Thanks so much for a great experience!close

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by freymw7020 – posted on Mar 25, 2008

1

A very nice and homely place to stay, with lots of character and a very friendly owner! He even offered to drive us to the subway station because we we're in a hurry to catch the Shinkansen to Hiroshima ;-) Recommended place if you're looking for a relaxed home in Kyoto

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by harold3871 – posted on Mar 21, 2008

2

I didn't have any difficulty finding GH Bon and I don't think it's out of the way either, not when you have the friendly and knowledgeable Kazuo to help you. I *walked* to the golden pavilion from here. Overall an excellent place to stay.

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by ianshawtesol2581 – posted on Mar 17, 2008

2

I really enjoyed my stay, although the outside shower/toilet area was a bit of a shock at first...but it was really nice to use as the showers were hot and toilet seat heated. The owener was REALLY helpful, I`m not sure where he found the energy to be so nice and helpful to everyone who came to... more I really enjoyed my stay, although the outside shower/toilet area was a bit of a shock at first...but it was really nice to use as the showers were hot and toilet seat heated. The owener was REALLY helpful, I`m not sure where he found the energy to be so nice and helpful to everyone who came to visit...he couldn`t do enough to make my stay enjoyable...including hanging out my wash and offering to make tea numerous times a day!! The directions need updating though as the store name has changed to Daily *** and as I arrived at night and without a map and I didn`t know which way was south, so maybe turn left off the bus would be better.close

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by kcawilson8901 – posted on Mar 5, 2008

2

the best japanese inn we have ever stayed at. super friendly and helpful. best bath house in kyoto half a block away... A MUST STAY... HIGHLY RECOMMENDED...

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by samuraik – posted on Feb 16, 2008

1

if u`d like a taste of traditional japanese living; with the tatami mat rooms and outdoor plumbing, ure gonna love it, as i have;) plus a great and helpful host.. mata arigatou kazuo san!!

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by mcjikes8326 – posted on Feb 10, 2008

1

I really enjoyed staying at this hostel. I stayed in a private room, which was small but cosy. Although the hostel is not in the centre of town, it is easy to get to on the No 9 bus. There is a great food street nearby and the host is very kind and helpful. There is a nice atmosphere in the...

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by hellisjones8309 – posted on Feb 9, 2008

4

very kind staff

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by vildasan3415 – posted on Feb 7, 2008

2

We liked Guesthouse Bon very much! The host was very nice and helpful, and it was a social place to stay, if you used the common room!

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by monikalarsen6181 – posted on Jan 29, 2008

2

This place was a welcome surprise. While quite difficult to get to, it welcome surprise. While quite difficult to get to, it was well worth it. The get to, it was well worth it. The rooms are full of character '`'Z'"@the host was exceptional - always willing to help with a smile on his... more This place was a welcome surprise. While quite difficult to get to, it welcome surprise. While quite difficult to get to, it was well worth it. The get to, it was well worth it. The rooms are full of character '`'Z'"@the host was exceptional - always willing to help with a smile on his face character '`'Z'"@the host was exceptional - always willing to help with a smile on his face. As with most of Kyoto, the his face. As with most of Kyoto, the area is packed with bus stops so its easy to get to (once you figure out how easy to get to )once you figure out how to use the buses). Would definitely recommend this place for anyone!!!close

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by amydixon1943 – posted on Jan 27, 2008

7

This hostel is in an area with a lot of charm and close to foodshopping street. The owner was extremely helpful and kind to us while we were there.Bus transport was relatively close. If you catch subway you may need to catch a taxi to guesthouse bon as it is a long walk with heavy luggage.

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by mllomas2701 – posted on Jan 25, 2008

1

AWESOME!!

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by telephet4146 – posted on Jan 15, 2008

2