Renovated
2021
Price
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Outside the door
Minimalist design waystation
Travelers mingle around the central fireplace lounge and open-air rooftop terrace, wrapped in exposed concrete and pale timber.
What it’s good at
Notable
Raw concrete walls, pale timber bunks, black steel framing, and a subterranean sunken garden light well.
Listed
A subterranean sunken lounge bar, fireplace library, and rooftop terrace offering self-selected seating for travelers.
Listed
On-site city bicycle rentals and staff-curated neighborhood walking maps highlighting central Nakagyo food stalls and shops.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set in central Nakagyo, the hostel puts Nishiki Market's street food stalls and Sanjo's shopping arcades within a four-minute walk.
The rooms
Custom timber bunk pods feature memory foam mattresses and privacy curtains, alongside compact private rooms with ensuite bathrooms.
Basement Bar & Sunken Lounge
A subterranean bar sits beneath a lush plant wall and garden light well, pouring local craft beer, sake, and coffee.
How it began

Originally converted from the historic Kinsuikan ryokan in 2015, the property now spans two facing buildings along Tominokoji-dori.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.