JAM Hostel Kyoto Gion

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 7.9
Rated good

Excellent location!

9.5

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About this property

A 5-minute walk from the heart of Kyoto’s beautiful Gion district, the entirely nonsmoking Jam Hostel Kyoto provides free Wi-Fi throughout the property. It has a sake bar and offers air-conditioned dormitory and private rooms with shared bathrooms. Guests at Jam Hostel Kyoto Gion can sleep in a bunk in a shared dormitory-style room or choose a simple private room with a Double bed or a bunk bed. Rooms do not have a TV. A chargeable washing machine and free tea & coffee are provided. Luggage can be left at the reception. The hostel is 2461 feet from Yasaka Shrine and a 10-minute walk from Kennin-ji Temple. Gion-Shijo Train Station is a 3-minute walk, from which Kyoto Station is a 10-minute train ride (transferring at Tofukuji Station). A cafe/bar is on the ground floor, and many dining options are available within a 5-minute walk.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Heating
  • Bar

Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Kyoto, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5!

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1 full bed
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1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 full bed
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1 bunk bed
1 twin bed
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2 bunk beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Stephen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Everything was a very good stay very clean beds were very comfortable aswell and lockers were a great bonus WOULD RECOMMEND”
Kathryn
United States United States
“Really Loved the location. It was quiet. Lower bed and pillows were very comfortable. Appreciated the free coffee.”
Laureano
Argentina Argentina
“Its position is perfect for Kyoto, just walk towards any direction and you’ll get to a different interesting section. Its also close to several temples. Showers are good, clean, lots of water pressure. A pretty wide shared room”
Nir
Israel Israel
“Staff was nice and helpful and spoke english, the location was great - by the river, by the subway and in the center of kyoto town.”
Yosef
Iran Iran
“Great location inside Gion and close to many metro stations! clean. Big space dorm. Comfortable bed”
Dakota
United States United States
“Meticulously clean. The showers were nice (good hot water and water pressure). We had a private room which was small but more spacious than some accommodation in Japan! The wifi worked well. Location was really great - right in Gion but a bit...”
Lily
United States United States
“I love the location and the staff are nice. You can enter the hostel at any time. It’s close the night life scene. It’s a great location to meet other young people traveling. It’s air conditioned. I prefer to stay here coming to Kyoto.”
Gabriel
Taiwan Taiwan
“Great location for any tourist spots you can walk and further destinations can take the subway which entrance is right in front of the Hostel. Also super helpful and friendly staff.”
Lily
United States United States
“Location!! I stay around Kyoto like once or twice a month and this is the best location.”
Zeynep
Turkey Turkey
“It was very central. Kyoto is very expensive , comparing to that it was a very good price and good service . There is a sake bar under the hostel :) Staff is helpful.”

Area info

House rules

JAM Hostel Kyoto Gion takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 12:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of ¥30,000 is required on arrival. That's about $197. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
Check-in is only possible for guests between 18 and 50 years old
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

JAM hostel reserves the right to refuse service to any customer.

Guests arriving after 21:00 cannot check-in to the property and will be considered as no-show. The total amount of the reservation will be charged.

The hotel reserves a right to keep your credit card details on file until you check-out.

Guests must have a valid credit card in order to make a booking.

All rooms are accessed via stairs; elevators and porter service are not available.For the safety of our staff, They will not assist in carrying guest's luggage. Mobility-impaired guests are discouraged from staying at this hostel.

Guests must be at least 18 years old to stay at this hostel.

Guests must arrive and check in between 15:00 and 21:00. The front desk is closed between 23:00 and 15:00.

Group cancelation policy applies to guests in groups of 4 or more people. For more information, please contact the property directly.

Please note that this property is completely smoke-free.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform JAM Hostel Kyoto Gion of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

An accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property.

A damage deposit of ¥30,000 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.