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GAFU Hostel

2.0 star property
Kyoto hostel in Fushimi Ward with rooftop terrace and coffee shop/cafe

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Property amenity
Private Room A, 2 Bunk bed up to 4 People | In-room safe, free WiFi
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

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Map
Fushimi-ku, Nakaaburakake-cho 106-7, Kyoto, Kyoto, 612-8056
  • Popular LocationKawaramachi Street5 min drive
  • Popular LocationFushimi Inari Shrine6 min drive
  • Popular LocationKiyomizu Temple10 min drive
  • AirportKobe (UKB)78 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Private Room A, 2 Bunk bed up to 4 People

Private Room A, 2 Bunk bed up to 4 People | In-room safe, free WiFi

Private Room A, 2 Bunk bed up to 4 People

Highlights

Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 Bed in a 2-Bed Mixed Shared Dorm | In-room safe, free WiFi

1 Bed in a 2-Bed Mixed Shared Dorm

Highlights

Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Private Room B, 1 Bunk bed up to 2 People

Private Room B, 1 Bunk bed up to 2 People | In-room safe, free WiFi

Private Room B, 1 Bunk bed up to 2 People

Highlights

Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 Bed in a 4-Bed Shared Dorm, Men Only | In-room safe, free WiFi

1 Bed in a 4-Bed Shared Dorm, Men Only

Highlights

Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking

In-room safe, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking

Highlights

Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Kyoto

GAFU Hostel is located in Fushimi Ward, a neighborhood in Kyoto. Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Biwa and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kyoto Racecourse or Nishikyogoku Athletic Stadium.
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What's nearby

  • Kawaramachi Street - 5 min drive
  • Nintendo World Headquarters - 5 min drive
  • Fushimi Inari Shrine - 6 min drive
  • Kyoto Tower - 8 min drive
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Chushojima Station - 6 min walk
  • Fushimi-momoyama Station - 7 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • 酒場ギルロイ - 2 min walk
  • 家守堂 - 1 min walk
  • 伏水酒蔵小路 - 2 min walk
  • 鶏がら らーめん門扇伏水酒蔵店 - 2 min walk
  • 鉄板串焼き 咲蔵 - 1 min walk

About this property

GAFU Hostel

Hostel near Kawaramachi Street
Take advantage of a rooftop terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden at GAFU Hostel. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Barbecue grills, a TV in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
  • A computer station, coffee/tea in the lobby, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at GAFU Hostel feature comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Shared bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and hair dryers

Languages

Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

More

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Smoke-free property
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shared bathroom
  • Towels

More

  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 5 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 5 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:

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 200-1,000 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 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

We should mention

Children 5 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
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

GAFU Kyoto
GAFU Hostel Kyoto
GAFU Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
GAFU Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Is GAFU Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at GAFU Hostel?

GAFU Hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at GAFU Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at GAFU Hostel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is GAFU Hostel located?

Located in Fushimi Ward, this hostel is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Nintendo World Headquarters and within 6 mi (10 km) of Kawaramachi Street and Fushimi Inari Shrine. Kyoto Tower and Aeon Mall Kumiyama are also within 6 mi (10 km). Chushojima Station is 6 minutes by foot and Fushimi-momoyama Station is 7 minutes.

GAFU Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

TOMOYUKI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

ななし

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
丁度、定休日とかぶってしまったので掃除がないのかと思っていましたが共有部分はキレイだったので良かったです。密閉空間ではないので防音が心配でしたが思ったより静かでした。ホステルに宿泊したのは初めてだったので、二段ベッドが思った以上に空気が籠もって暑いとは思いませんでした。
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cozy stay, nice staff!
Everything is good! I stayed here for 3 nights. The hostel is very clean and new. Staffs were very hospitable and nice.