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Guest House Bon

63-2 Murasakino Kamimonzencho, Kita-Ku, Kyoto 603-8217 Kyoto Prefecture
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#21 of 240 Japanese guest houses in Kyoto
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Paid public parking nearby
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Special diet menus
Bicycle rental
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Non-smoking hotel
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2.0 of 5 stars
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English, Spanish

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63-2 Murasakino Kamimonzencho, Kita-Ku, Kyoto 603-8217 Kyoto Prefecture
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Guest House Bon
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PaWeGe wrote a review Feb 2024
Oslo, Norway11 contributions6 helpful votes
Simple, but thought through, clean and quiet - but above all with the kindest and most helpful of hosts! This place can be recommended also to people of my (parental generation) age! We all thoroughly enjoyed it and will come back soon. Also, the area of Kyoto is rich in beautiful sites and much more quiet than the other side. Thanks!
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Tzveta P wrote a review Oct 2018
Chiswick, United Kingdom9 contributions3 helpful votes
Really nice characterful guesthouse in a quiet but easily accessible neighbourhood with good access to some lovely temples. The owner was very helpful in helping us plan our stay and working out the best way to navigate the city. Room was clean and comfortable.
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Date of stay: April 2018
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Boon_Kritsana wrote a review Jan 2018
Khon Kaen, Thailand16 contributions6 helpful votes
Staying 4 nights, I do very appreciated for warm welcome, I feel that I was in Home and can feel free travelling in Kyoto. We would like to give the Big Thanks for Owners. He recommended the way , and give very deep information how to take the bus. In addition, I am very impressive on the service that He took us to Arashiyama (Bamboo Garden). He guide how to walk and travel like a local people there. Thank you very much. The Guesthouse is very clean, we cook a small meal by using the kitchen , this could save the money a lot. This is the good memories that I stayed in Japaneses style house. - We can walk about 5-8 min to the bus stop and convenient stores. - There are many temples closed to the Guesthouse. We have the good dinner Shabushabu making by host.
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Date of stay: December 2017
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Nicoletta B wrote a review Nov 2017
Greater London, United Kingdom46 contributions8 helpful votes
Kaso our host was extremely lovely and helpful! Checkin was easy as well. He helped us a lot with the getting-around part getting us maps, tips and things to see. The house was really quiet, we had the chance to meet wonderful people in the common areas. The bathroom and showers were spotless super clean. The whole building buzzing with good vibes. We loved stay there!
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Date of stay: November 2017
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Arlette J wrote a review Aug 2017
London, United Kingdom467 contributions164 helpful votes
I stayed here with two of my children in July this year. The owner of the guest house is the best ever ! so so friendly, explains everything you need to know about transportation, where to visit, how to get there , where to eat and more..even drove us to the nearest train station and organised the bullet train for us when we left. Accommodation is basic but clean . Everything you need in the kitchen...we only used it for tea of coffee..oh and a few snacks in the fridge..but ate out..but you could cook if you wanted to. The shower is outside along with the toilet..as always Japanese toilets are great ! would love one of those back home..:) Im not very good with sleeping on the floor..Im getting old I guess lol...but that is what we wanted to try out , so we did. super fun way to meet people too...we met a lovely lady that was also on holiday. Thank you for having us...lovely family
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Date of stay: July 2017
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stoberc wrote a review Aug 2017
Denver, Colorado39 contributions43 helpful votes
This was one of our favorite places we stayed on a five week trip through east Asia. The proprietor, Taniguchi-san, is so helpful and friendly. He was very enthusiastic and even loaned us his own DVD player to watch an anime movie that interested us, even spending a long time helping us figure out how to get English subtitles. Our room was small and simple, but more than adequate for our needs. This is in a quiet neighborhood on the north side of town. A bit far from attractions and the bus station, but it felt nice just staying in a normal residential area.
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Date of stay: July 2017Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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DamenGab wrote a review Apr 2017
Bologna, Italy2 contributions2 helpful votes
I took a room at Bon-guesthouse for 10 days in april 2017. The guesthouse itself is clean and confortable, but the real game-changer is the kindness and the preparation of the owner, that is always ready to help in any occasion. The guesthouse is kinda distant from the city center, but using one of the bikes available for the guest (for a cheap price) and/or the subway (the nearest station is approx. at 15 mins of walk) this is not a problem. If I'll ever come back to Kyoto, Guesthouse Bon will be my choice, for sure!
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Date of stay: April 2017
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christinamo23 wrote a review Mar 2017
4 contributions2 helpful votes
I stayed there for 9 nights and I'd have loved to stay longer! I felt at home immediately and I will definitely come back! Taniguchi-san, the owner, is super helpful and always provides you with information, even asks everyday if you need information or help. On my first day he sat down with me and showed me sights on the map and how to get there best. On the wall in the common room is a self drawn map of the area with restaurants, supermarkets, shops, public baths etc with opening hours! It's very close to public transport, just 4 minutes to a bus stop (no. 9), directly to Kyoto station and perfect to catch other buses. He keeps the guest house very tidy and clean and even though it was still quite cold (especially for me, arriving from the Australian summer) I had no problems with the toilets and showers outside. There are heaters in the showers and it's absolutely not a long way to showers and toilets, honestly just a few steps. The kitchen is equipped with everything you need and tea and coffee for free. The rooms were very clean and furnished with all essencials (heaters as well). Exactly the Japanese experience I was hoping for! Taniguchi-san's family is very nice as well and they really make an effort to make you feel at home. He booked me a taxi from the airport to the guest house and even drove me to the subway station when I had to leave. If you're looking for a great Japanese accomodation, this is the place! Can't wait to come back! Thank you, arigato and vielen Dank! Bis bald!
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Date of stay: March 2017
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Trip type: Travelled solo
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Jeff S wrote a review Sept 2016
Carrboro, North Carolina3 contributions1 helpful vote
I absolutely love staying at Guest House Bon. Taniguchi-san, the owner, is such a warm, friendly, and incredibly helpful host, with decent English skills. He will sit down with you and a map and explain in detail how to get to restaurants, sites, etc. He will drive you to the subway station when you're leaving. The Guest House itself is beautifully decorated, and has a very friendly atmosphere. Some say that it is a bit far from the city center, but Kita-ku is a nice part of town, and you can easily walk to amazing Daitokuji Temple and Imamiya Shrine. And if you take advantage of Guest House Bon's bike rentals, you can easily bike all over the city. Funaoka onsen is also nearby. I can't recommend this place enough! Every time I come back to Kyoto (3 times now), I always stay there.
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Date of stay: September 2016
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Catfishtopher G wrote a review Sept 2016
34 contributions1 helpful vote
Clean and comfy, with a host that is genuinely helpful. Guesthouse Bon is a great authentic Japanese homestay like experience. Easy to access frequent bus service to central Kyoto, positioned in a real neighborhood with nice restaurants. Recommended
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Date of stay: September 2016Trip type: Travelled with friends
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AU$72 - AU$81 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
JapanKinkiKyoto PrefectureKyotoNorthern Kyoto
NUMBER OF ROOMS
5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Guest House Bon
Which popular attractions are close to Guest House Bon?
Nearby attractions include Daitoku-ji Temple (0.2 km), Imamiya Shrine (0.5 km), and Koto-in (0.5 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Guest House Bon?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, airport transportation, and laundry service.
Is parking available at Guest House Bon?
Yes, paid public parking nearby is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Guest House Bon?
Conveniently located restaurants include Cafe du Mon, Kazariya, and Ichimonjiya Wasuke.
Does Guest House Bon have airport transportation?
Yes, Guest House Bon offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Guest House Bon?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Spanish.
Are there any historical sites close to Guest House Bon?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Kiyomizu-dera Temple (6.5 km), Sanjusangendo Temple (6.7 km), and Shugakuin Imperial Villa (4.8 km).