At Mulan Hostel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Nijō Castle and Nishiki Market. Freebies such as WiFi and wired Internet are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails. A bar/lounge and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include washers/dryers and fridges.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese
At a glance
Hotel size
9 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 15
Check-out time is 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 15
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
No on-site parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 9:00 AM–11:00 AM
Bar/lounge
Shared microwave
Shared fridge
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Business centre
Computer station
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bike hire
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2017
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Library
Television in common areas
Arcade/games room
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Low-height worktop and sink
Grab bar near toilet
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Washer and dryer
Sleep well
3 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
4 bathrooms
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi and wired internet
Food and drink
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Microwave (on request)
Oven
Cookware, dishes and utensils
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
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.
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 1000 for adults and JPY 1000 for children
Late check-in between 9:00 PM and midnight can be arranged for an extra charge
Policies
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.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Does Mulan Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Mulan Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Mulan Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Mulan Hostel?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Mulan Hostel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Mulan Hostel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Mulan Hostel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy amenities such as an arcade and a garden.
What's the area around Mulan Hostel like?
Mulan Hostel is a short 3-minute walk from Hankyu Arashiyama Station and 8 minutes' walk from Togetsukyo Bridge.
Mulan Hostel Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
1 Nov 2024
Verified traveller
2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 Oct 2024
Steffen
Steffen, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 Oct 2024
This is a beautiful property and a great spot for Arashiyama! Within walking distance to a lot of the main sights but still off the beaten track. Very cute and well designed. Most of the other guests were incredibly respectful and friendly, the host was phenomenal. Highly recommend KyoCafe down the road and the grilled meats/seafood stand past the bridge on the main tourist street (hard to miss but didn’t catch a name). Also, highly recommend an early start for the bamboo groves, parks and temples if you prefer less crowded times. We did have one night of noisy neighbors but that’s bound to happen from time to time. No other complaints though, very worth it.
Nichole
Nichole, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
21 Jul 2024
Beau
Beau, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 Jun 2024
Make you feel like you was at home.
Rosa Elena
Rosa Elena, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
2 Apr 2024
Nice place in Arashiyama
Good wifi. It's pretty convenient to train and bus lines (the 28 City bus picks up across the street and the Hankyu train line is around the corner) and it's about 10 minutes from the bridge. Note: the breakfast is served at a cafe around the corner, but only from 9-11, so you may need to schedule your day accordingly (or don't sign up for breakfast and plan on eating elsewhere). A lot of restaurants in Arashiyama close pretty early (the izakaya next door stays open for normal dinner hours, but the highly recommended sushi place closes at 5 pm). Clean rooms. Front desk is open for check-in until 9pm, but then you get a code for the front door and for your room.
Sara
Sara, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 Jan 2020
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 Oct 2019
Super welcoming and helpful reception. Very nice other guests. Great local public onsen. Lovely area to explore temple and bamboo forests.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Jun 2019
Very friendly and our host's English was very good. She showed us around the property and gave us the breakdown of what's good in Kyoko
Verified traveller
1-night romance trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 Apr 2019
Excellent place and great to walk around with the family
Verified traveller
2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 Feb 2019
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 Apr 2018
Friendly owner and a thoughtful place
The owner is a young couple, who are very welcoming and social. They have a nice common area for people to socialize. The entire facility is a year old and very clean. It was very refreshing to stay there, and I would love to be back again.
Frank
Frank, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
11 Dec 2017
Nice place to stay for visiting Arashiyama
The place is nice and yes staffs of this hostel are really friendly and helpful. The place is few minutes walk from the famous place of Arashiyama and train station. It really convenience for traveler if you would like to change a place to stay from place to place because from this hotel you can walk just 1-2 mins to bus station and not more than 5 mins to Train Station.