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Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Higashiyama Shikikaboku

Boasting a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Higashiyama Shikikaboku is set in Kyoto, 400 metres from Samurai Kembu Kyoto. Featuring a garden, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property is non-smoking and is situated 500 metres from Shoren-in Temple. All guest rooms come with a fridge, microwave, a kettle, a bidet, free toiletries and a desk. Rooms are equipped with a safety deposit box and selected rooms also feature mountain views. At the hotel the rooms come with bed linen and towels. An American breakfast is available every morning at Higashiyama Shikikaboku. Staff at the 24-hour front desk speak English and Japanese. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Heian Shrine, Gion Shijo Station and Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 47 km from Higashiyama Shikikaboku.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Kyoto, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.6

Breakfast info

American

Open-air bath


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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
10
High score for Kyoto
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Johanna
    Singapore Singapore
    this is one of the most beautiful boutique hotels you could stay in in kyoto!!! exceeded our expectations! our room was super spacious, with a living area, private japanese garden, comfortable beds, a kitchenette... we also used the onsen which...
  • Matthew
    United States United States
    The staff were so helpful and attentive. Location was perfect, right on top of a subway station.
  • Adil
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Amazing and beautiful room design with such brilliant service from the staff. Usually 5*’s are stuck up and don’t care about their guest but this place does. HIGHLY recommend. Also conveniently places near top train stations.

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of Higashiyama Shikikaboku
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Heating
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Terrace
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • CD player
  • Telephone
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
  • Ironing service
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Adult only
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Lift
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Wellness
  • Open-air bath
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Japanese

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

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Check-in

From 15:00 to 00:00

Check-out

From 11:00 to 12:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 13 years are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 13 and older are allowed)

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Higashiyama Shikikaboku in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests with tattoos may not be permitted to use the property’s public bathing areas or other facilities where the tattoos might be visible to other guests.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

FAQs about Higashiyama Shikikaboku

  • Guests staying at Higashiyama Shikikaboku can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • American

  • Higashiyama Shikikaboku is 1.8 miles from the centre of Kyoto. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Higashiyama Shikikaboku include:

    • Twin
    • Suite

  • Check-in at Higashiyama Shikikaboku is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • The prices at Higashiyama Shikikaboku may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Higashiyama Shikikaboku offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Open-air bath