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WAYFARER Shin

2.5 star property
Travelers find the perfect mix of traditional charm and modern convenience here, with easy access to local markets, shopping streets, and Kyoto's iconic landmarks.

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WAYFARER Shin is steps from Nishiki Market, offering comfy rooms with free WiFi. Explore nearby Kawaramachi Street's shops and restaurants, then visit Kyoto Tower. Multilingual staff help plan adventures, and luggage storage ensures hassle-free arrival and departure.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$169
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026

Room options

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Standard Studio, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Studio, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Deluxe Studio, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Deluxe Studio, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Comfort Studio, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Comfort Studio, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Comfort Studio, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Family Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Family Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 3 Single Futons

View all photos for Superior Studio, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Superior Studio, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Superior Studio, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Tatami 40SD

  • Sleeps 5

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Studio 30D

  • Sleeps 4

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Studio 35D

  • Sleeps 4

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Studio 25D+

  • Sleeps 3

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Studio 20D+

  • Sleeps 3

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About the area

Map
467, Kyoto, KYOTO, 600-8847

What's nearby

  • Shijo Street - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kawaramachi Street - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Nishiki Market - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Kyoto Tower - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Pontocho Alley - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Gojo Station - 7 min walk
  • Shijo Station - 8 min walk
  • Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪高木珈琲店 高辻店 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Terminal Kyoto - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪亮昌 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ninuki - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪寿司会席 光月 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

WAYFARER Shin

Hotel remodelled in 2024 and located near Nishiki Market
Close to Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Tower, WAYFARER Shin has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Express check-out, express check-in and a lift
  • Luggage storage and multilingual staff
Room features
All guest rooms at WAYFARER Shin offer comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and toilets with electronic bidets
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Mini fridges, heating and limited housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (114 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • 5 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - July 2024

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: JPY 3000
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Guests are recommended to download the property's KABIN - Explore, IRL. mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child per adult, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

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 100-10,000 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.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: JPY 3000 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted

We should mention

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

WAYFARER Shin Hotel
WAYFARER Shin Kyoto
WAYFARER Shin Hotel Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Is WAYFARER Shin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at WAYFARER Shin?

As of 24 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at WAYFARER Shin on 14 Jan 2026 start from NZ$169.27, including 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 WAYFARER Shin?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at WAYFARER Shin?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WAYFARER Shin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for JPY 3000 (subject to availability).

Where is WAYFARER Shin located?

Located in Shimogyo Ward, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Shijo Street and Nishiki Market. Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Tower are also within 1 mile (2 km). Gojo Station is 7 minutes by foot and Karasuma Oike Station is 19 minutes.

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Reviews

WAYFARER Shin Reviews

8.4

Very good

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

8.2

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 13 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was excellent clean roomy and well equipped
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Begona

Very nice hotel! Convenient and spacious
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was so comfortable!! I stayed here with my husband and teen daughters in July 2025. My kids were so excited to try sleeping on futons and tatami mats and this hotel did not disappoint. They were very comfortable. There was a coin wash nearby for laundry and the subway was a short walk away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Araceli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The convenience store was right near by. A shopping area was within walking distance as well. Very kind staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Yee Ming

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

C

Reception only open from 2pm to 11pm daily. Quite area to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Araceli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean hotel, kind staff, and close to convenience stores. A little bit of a walk to trains and food but not too far. Hotel does not have a microwave for guests unfortunately. Besides that small inconvenience, it was very nice and we very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room, bang for the buck property. Very modern, have all the amenities. Suggest they add a microwave though! Check-in process is a bit messy as you already did fill them out during the booking and now you gotta do it again. Paid the fee $10 ish. Beside that no other interaction with hotel. They clean up every other day.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Natalya

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a terrible stay. It was not as advertised. The curtain was too small ( I couldn’t shower because the floor was getting wet), there were red stains on the wall and oil stains on the lamp shade, there was no sealant along the bath tub so water just goes straight behind the tub (there will be mold soon). It’s actually a motel not a hotel. Just the worst. It ruined my trip. I hated this stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025