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Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西

2.0 star property
Guesthouse in Kyoto, near Nijō Castle

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Exclusive Triple Room | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Exterior
Reception
Elite Triple Room | Living area | TV
Close to Nijō Castle and Kyoto Imperial Palace, Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西 has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is ￥11,345
￥12,509 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26

Room options

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Comfort Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Classic Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Elite Triple Room

Elite Triple Room | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Elite Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Exclusive Triple Room

Exclusive Triple Room | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Exclusive Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
602-8047, Kyoto, Kyoto, 132 Kanbeecho Kamigyo Ward

What's nearby

  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Nijō Castle - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Shijo Street - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Nishiki Market - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Kyoto University - 5 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Nijo Station - 2 min drive
  • Marutamachi Station - 10 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • 珈ノ介コーヒ
  • ‪京都カレー製作所 カリル - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Common - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪進々堂府庁前店 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪やっぱりステーキ 京都府庁前店 - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西

Guesthouse near Nijō Castle
Located close to Kawaramachi Street, Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西 has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Room features
All guestrooms at Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西 have thoughtful touches such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and shower/tub combinations
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and electric kettles

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 25-inch TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 200-10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file

Property is also known as

Forest Gardian Hotel 京都御所西
Forest Guardian 京都御所西 Kyoto
Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西 Kyoto
Forest Gardian Hotel Kyoto Goshonishi
Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西 Guesthouse
Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西 Guesthouse Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Is Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西?

As of Aug 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西 on Aug 25, 2025 start from ￥11,345, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西?

Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西 doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西 located?

Located in Central Kyoto, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kyoto Imperial Palace, Nijō Castle, and Kawaramachi Street. Nishiki Market and Kyoto University are also within 3 mi (5 km). Marutamachi Station is 10 minutes by foot and Nijojo-mae Station is 15 minutes.

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Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西 Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved the spaciousness and convenience to subway and imperial palace gardens.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved that the room was extremely spacious and clean and that the beds were very comfortable. However it was very cold in the room with not much insulation so we definitely had to layer up to stay warm even with the heater on.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is a self check in/check out so there is no staff or room service. The room itself is amazing and spacious. The bathroom is just as great! The beds were super comfortable! One of my favorite hotels! I will definitely be back. But keep in mind there is no elevator so I got lucky being on the second floor but if you have the third then you have to carry your luggage all the way up there.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Gerry

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and well looked after. Beds were a bit hard to sleep on and confusing instructions regarding disposal of garbage. Shower/bathing area excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Nicholus

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, loved the area as it was quiet and away from the crowds, but close enough for the grocery stores and eateries. The room itself was amazing and the bathroom was gorgeous. Would highly recommend this place and would stay again if I come back to Kyoto.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jeyad

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
キーボックスが屋外で暗く、番号合わせに苦労しました。 その他は快適でした。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kurt

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
If you are Japanese this is a very nice hotel with a hassle free self checkin. Avoid room 101 because you will be awaken whenever a guest on the upper floors drains their tub. If you hold a foreign passport look for another hotel. I will spare you the problems I had getting mine to them. Just look for a hotel with a human at the front desk. Good advice throughout Japan.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Heidi Beate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chisato

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

???

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

くるみ

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
内装はとても良く、満足でしたが、清掃に入っていただけませんでした。また、レンジがなかったです。清掃の札を下げておいたのに、何故清掃に入っていただけなかったのか不思議です。ただ、内装が可愛く、清潔感もあったので全体的には良いです。周りも不便という程ではなかったです。
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024