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City Pension Tommy Rich Inn Kyoto

A straightforward hostel-style pension in Kyoto's Nakagyo Ward, with shared bathrooms, a public bath, and a restaurant on site.

  • Shared bathrooms and a public bath
  • On-site restaurant
  • Private parking available
8.3 Great 159 reviews Booking.com 8.3 · 159 reviews

About

City Pension Tommy Rich Inn Kyoto

City Pension Tommy Rich Inn Kyoto sits in the Nakagyo Ward, a 16-minute walk from the flatland Nijo Castle. The hostel provides a luggage room and a restaurant on site, plus Wi-Fi throughout the property. Guests have access to a public bath, a sun terrace, and a leisure and TV room.

The rooms are simple and functional, with options including twin, triple, quadruple, and family rooms. Some rooms feature Japanese-style bedding and balconies. Shared bathrooms are the norm across all room types, and amenities such as air conditioning and heating are available in the larger rooms.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Highly rated staff — Guests consistently note the accommodating and helpful team.
  • Good location for sightseeing — The pension is a 16-minute walk from Nijo Castle, with the Nakagyo Ward providing a central base.
  • Convenient on-site parking — Private car parking is available on site, which is a practical bonus in a historic city.
  • Japanese-style rooms — Several room categories offer traditional Japanese bedding and balconies, adding local character.
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Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Shared bathrooms only — All room types come with shared bathroom facilities, which may not suit every traveller.
  • Limited facilities — Guest ratings for facilities are the lowest at 6.2, suggesting a basic offering.
  • Strict check-in window — Check-in is only between 15:00 and 21:00, which might be restrictive for late arrivals.
  • No pets allowed — The property does not permit pets, so those travelling with animals need to look elsewhere.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Shared Bathroom Twin Room

  • 2 Single beds

Japanese-Style Shared Bathroom Twin Room

  • 2 Single beds

Japanese-Style Shared Bathroom Triple Room

  • Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons
  • Heating
  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning

Japanese-Style Shared Bathroom Quadruple Room

  • Sleeping arrangements for 4 persons
  • Heating
  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning

Family Shared Bathroom Room

  • Heating
  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • Wi-Fi
  • No smoking on site
  • Security
  • Housekeeping
  • Key access

Parking & Transport

  • Parking

Bath & Wellness

  • Public Bath

Food & Drink

  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Carpeted floor
  • Curtains

Outdoor & Leisure

  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Sun terrace
  • Leisure/ TV room

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Laundry

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.3
Great 159 reviews

Guest-rated 8.3/10 from 159 reviews

Booking.com · 8.3 · 159 reviews

04 — Location

Getting around Kyoto

The property sits in Kyoto.

Nijo Castle: A 16-minute walk away, this flatland castle is a major historic site in the area.

Nakagyo Ward: The pension sits in this central district, known for its mix of traditional and modern Kyoto.

Nakagyo-Ku Tominokoji Sanjo-Agaru, Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 15:00-21:00
Check-out
By 06:00-10:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
13 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 15:00 to 21:00, and check-out is from 06:00 to 10:00.

Is parking available at the hotel?

Yes, private car parking is available on site. It's best to confirm availability when booking.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed at the property.

What room types are available?

There are twin rooms (including Japanese-style), a triple room, a quadruple room, and a family room. All have shared bathrooms.

Is breakfast served?

There is a restaurant on site, but the input does not specify whether it serves breakfast.

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The bottom line

City Pension Tommy Rich Inn Kyoto is a solid, no-frills choice for travellers who value a central location and don't mind shared bathrooms. The helpful staff and on-site parking are notable pluses, but the limited facilities and strict check-in hours require some flexibility.

8.3Best for budget-conscious travellers wanting a central base with parking.

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