tsubame-ya

1 star
2F, Saga Hirosawa 28-3, Minamino-cho, Kyoto 616-8304, Japan
Kyoto, Japan
+81 758 711 922
7.9
Good
based on 504 reviews
504 reviews
Sat 2/28
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Sun 3/1
1 room, 2 guests
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$55
/Cheapest rate per night
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Nightly total
Standard room
$55
Double room
$70
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Overview

Situated in the Ukyo Ward district in Kyoto, tsubame-ya offers 1-star rooms with free WiFi. The property is around 2.2 km from Arashiama Bamboo Grove, 3.8 km from Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple and 5.7 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and a housekeeping service for guests. At the guest house, every unit is equipped with a shared bathroom. The guest house is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Kinkaku-ji Temple is 5.7 km from the guest house, while Nijo Castle is 5.8 km from the property. Itami Airport is 51 km away.
7.9
Good rating
Based on 504 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for tsubame-ya

Sat 2/28
-
Sun 3/1
Double room
1 double bed
$70
nightly with fees
1 murphy bed
$74
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$76
nightly with fees
Standard room
bed type unknown
$55
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at tsubame-ya

  • Restaurant
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator
  • No smoking
  • Air-conditioned
  • Bicycle rental
  • Smoke alarms

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Heating
  • Trash cans

General

  • Soundproof rooms
  • Lockers
  • City view
  • Slippers
  • Storage available

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Designated smoking area

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shared toilet

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • CCTV in common areas

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed

Things to do

  • Bicycle rental

Services and conveniences

  • Key access

Reviews of tsubame-ya

7.9
Good
504 verified ratings
Wonderful
252
Very good
90
Good
72
Okay
36
Fair
13
Mediocre
16
Poor
25

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests had mixed experiences at the hotel. While many appreciated the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms, others found the location to be far from the city center and noted issues with service and communication. Some guests enjoyed the nearby attractions and dining options, while others felt the amenities and services could be improved.
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Cleanliness9 out of 10
Location2.5 out of 10
Service2 out of 10
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Location

2F, Saga Hirosawa 28-3, Minamino-cho, Kyoto 616-8304

What's nearby

  • Arashiyama1.7 mi
  • Ryoan-ji1.7 mi
  • Ritsumeikan University Kinugasa Campus2 mi
  • Kinkaku-ji2.4 mi
  • Katsura Imperial Villa2.7 mi
  • Nijo Castle3.2 mi
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace4 mi
  • Karasuma Line4 mi
  • Nishiki Market4.3 mi
  • Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto4.4 mi
  • Kyoto Tower4.4 mi
  • Central Kyoto4.5 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.
License number: 京都市指令保保医第1784号

Essential information about tsubame-ya

Low season

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February
April
$58
$51
Cheapest month to stay with an average 75% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 100% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at tsubame-ya

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at tsubame-ya

  • If you’re after a cheap room at tsubame-ya, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in February and June.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at tsubame-ya, plan to stay on a Thursday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Wednesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at tsubame-ya was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $13, while the most expensive was $13.
  • How long should you stay at tsubame-ya? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at tsubame-ya

  • Where is tsubame-ya located?

    tsubame-ya is located at 2F, Saga Hirosawa 28-3, Minamino-cho in Ukyo, 4.3 miles from the center of Kyoto. Arashiyama is the closest landmark to tsubame-ya.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at tsubame-ya?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 10:00 AM at tsubame-ya.

  • Does tsubame-ya offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, tsubame-ya offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is tsubame-ya from the airport?

    tsubame-ya is 21.7 miles from Osaka Itami.

  • How does KAYAK find such great tsubame-ya hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at tsubame-ya in Kyoto and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at tsubame-ya and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for tsubame-ya.

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Distance to city center

Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

8.2
4.3 mi
Osaka Itami
21.7 mi

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