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Tabist Sparkling Dolphins Inn Kyoto

Name: Tabist Sparkling Dolphins Inn Kyoto
Address: 56 Kamigoryo-cho, Higashikujo, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 601-8017, Kyoto, JP

★★·8.5/ 10Recommended

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📍56 Kamigoryo-cho, Higashikujo, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 601-8017 · Kyoto ↗

📞+817506820444

Luggage storageFree WiFiElevatorCoin laundry on siteShared microwaveSmoke-free propertyAll 9 facilities +

Review

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Pamper yourself with onsite massages or make use of the other amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a television in a common area. Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and an elevator. Make yourself at home in one of the 13 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include desks and washers/dryers, and housekeeping is provided daily. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0. 1 mile and kilometer. Kawaramachi Street - 0. 1 km / 0. 1 mi- Kyoto TERRSA - 0. 8 km / 0. 5 mi- Kyoto Station Building - 1. 2 km / 0. 7 mi- Tofuku-ji Temple - 1. 2 km / 0. 7 mi- Kyoto Tower - 1. 3 km / 0. 8 mi- To-ji Temple - 1. 3 km / 0. 8 mi- Sanjusangen-do Temple - 1. 6 km / 1 mi- Nintendo World Headquarters - 1. 6 km / 1 mi- Higashi Honganji Temple - 1. 8 km / 1. 1 mi- Kyoto National Museum - 1. 8 km / 1. 1 mi- Umekoji Park - 1. 9 km / 1. 2 mi- Chishaku-in Temple - 1. 9 km / 1. 2 mi- Kyoto Aquarium - 2. 1 km / 1. 3 mi- Fushimi Inari Shrine - 2. 2 km / 1. 4 mi- Nishihonganji Temple - 2. 3 km / 1. 4 mi. The nearest airports are: Itami Airport (ITM) - 47. 3 km / 29. 4 mi Kobe Airport (UKB) - 75. 4 km / 46. 9 mi Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 94. 6 km / 58. 8 mi Located in Kyoto (Minami Ward), Tabist Sparkling Dolphins Inn Kyoto is within a 5-minute drive of Tofuku-ji Temple and Sanjusangen-do Temple. This guesthouse is 1. 1 mi (1. 8 km) from Kyoto Tower and 1. 7 mi (2. 7 km) from Fushimi Inari Shrine.

Guest scores & sentiment

From 75 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-13

Guests praise the convenient location, friendly host, and unique photo service. Traditional tatami rooms are appreciated. Complaints focus on cluttered common areas, limited storage, hard mattresses, and occasional hygiene issues.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Service8.8

Wi-Fi8.5

Location8.5

Value8.2

Cleanliness8.2

Rooms8.0

Facilities8.0

Surroundings7.8

＋ PraisedFriendly host (photo service) · Clean rooms · Convenient location/transport · Separate bath/toilet

－ ComplaintsCluttered common areas · Maintenance issues · Uncomfortable sleep (thin futons) · Poor value for money

KEYSuitable for budget travelers seeking cultural experiences with minimal luggage. Expect cluttered common areas and verify mattress firmness preferences.

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