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Cafetel Kyoto Sanjo For Ladies

A women-only hostel a short walk from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae station, with clean rooms, a thoughtful powder room, and a breakfast worth waking up for.

  • 150 metres from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae underground station
  • Women-only dorms and private rooms
  • Breakfast praised by guests
9 Perfect 363 reviews Booking.com 9 · 363 reviews

About

Cafetel Kyoto Sanjo For Ladies

Cafetel Kyoto Sanjo For Ladies is a women-only hostel in the Higashiyama district, 150 metres from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae underground station. The property offers a vending machine, lift, and luggage storage, and sits a 10-minute drive from the 15th-century Zen Temple of the Silver Pavilion.

Rooms range from a bunk-bed female dormitory to private female-only triple and quadruple rooms, each with air conditioning, heating, shower, and bathtub. The property is non-smoking, with free internet, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box for peace of mind.

  • Non-smoking property
  • Free internet access
  • Safe deposit box
  • Wheelchair access
  • Laundry
  • Washing machine

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

3 reasons to book
  • Location near transport — Just 150 metres from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae underground station, with easy access to trains and buses. Guests repeatedly mention the convenience.
  • Women-only focus — Rooms and facilities are tailored for female travellers, with a dedicated powder room and multiple security doors that guests say made them feel secure.
  • Clean and comfortable rooms — Guests highlight clean dorms and private rooms, comfortable beds, and extras like humidifiers and dehumidifiers.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Women-only policy — The property is exclusively for female guests, so it's not an option for mixed groups or male travellers.
  • Check-in window — Check-in is limited to 16:00–22:00, which may be restrictive for late arrivals.
  • Shared dormitory option — The bunk-bed dormitory involves shared facilities, which may not suit travellers wanting private bathrooms.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Bunk Bed Female Dormitory Room

  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Quadruple Room Female Only

  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • Non-smoking property
  • Free internet access
  • Safe deposit box
  • Lift

Laundry

  • Laundry
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

Room

  • Electric kettle
  • Carpeted floor
  • Curtains

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair access

Room amenities

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

9
Perfect 363 reviews

Guest-rated 9/10 from 363 reviews

Booking.com · 9 · 363 reviews
9Verified guest

“Great value with real attention to detail. Rooms are comfy and cosy, with basics plus extras like humidifiers and dehumidifiers. Location is ideal – near Pontocho Alley's restaurants and right next to a train station. Staff are friendly and breakfast is tasty.”

9Verified guest

“Superb location close to transport, spotless facilities, helpful staff, and a tasty breakfast. Easy access to subway and bus stations. Clean rooms, toilets, and showers, and staff go out of their way to help.”

9Verified guest

“Fantastic location with easy access to trains and the subway. Rooms are cute and well-appointed, with thoughtful touches like straighteners and a great get-ready area. Staff are very helpful and accommodating, and breakfast is definitely worth trying.”

9Verified guest

“Cute, girly hostel with friendly, helpful staff, excellent facilities, and comfortable, clean rooms. Great breakfast with amazing food. Secure location close to attractions and restaurants, plus convenient public transport access.”

9Verified guest

“Great location, right on top of a subway station and close to a train station. The powder room has nice amenities and the staff are very friendly.”

9Verified guest

“Excellent stay. Location and facilities were top-notch. The hostel is cute and girly, creating a comfortable, clean atmosphere. Staff were very friendly even though they spoke little English. Food was amazing, and the multiple security doors made me feel very secure. Highly recommend.”

04 — Location

Getting around Kyoto

The property sits in Kyoto.

Getting around: Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae underground station is 150 metres away, providing easy access to the subway. Train and bus stations are also within easy reach, making it simple to explore the city.

Food and drink: Pontocho Alley, mentioned by guests for its restaurants, is nearby. The hostel's own breakfast is frequently praised, so it's worth including in your stay.

Sightseeing: The 15th-century Zen Temple of the Silver Pavilion is a 10-minute drive away. Other attractions and restaurants are accessible from the central location.

173, Shingokencho, Higashiyama-Ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0006, Japan

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 16:00-22:00
Check-out
By 07:00-11:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
21 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

Is Cafetel Kyoto Sanjo For Ladies for women only?

Yes, the property is women-only, with room types like female dormitories and female-only private rooms.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 16:00 to 22:00, and check-out is from 07:00 to 11:00.

Does the hostel have luggage storage?

Yes, the hotel offers luggage storage for guests.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What amenities are in the rooms?

Rooms include air conditioning, heating, a shower, and a bathtub. Some rooms also have carpeted floors and curtains.

Is there internet access?

Yes, free internet access is available throughout the property.

The bottom line

Cafetel Kyoto Sanjo For Ladies is a solid choice for solo female travellers or small groups of women wanting a clean, well-located base in Kyoto. With a 9.0 rating from 363 reviews, the hostel delivers on comfort, security, and convenience, though the women-only policy and check-in hours are worth noting.

9Based on 363 guest reviews and a 9.0 rating

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