Jonni`s Place

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Scored 9.6
Rated exceptional

Staff

10

About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Jonni's Place in Otsu offers family rooms with air-conditioning, free WiFi, and lake views. Each room includes a work desk, washing machine, and free toiletries. Convenient Facilities: Guests can enjoy a lounge, shared kitchen, and bicycle parking. Additional amenities include a paid shuttle service, full-day security, and ski storage. Delicious Breakfast: A continental breakfast with local specialities and warm dishes is served daily. Vegetarian, halal, and kosher options are available. Prime Location: Located 58 km from Itami Airport, the guest house is near Mount Hiei (13 km) and Kyoto Imperial Palace (20 km). The surrounding area features a hot spring. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its friendly host, convenient location, and quiet rooms.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Halal, Kosher, Breakfast to go

Availability

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1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Ann
Australia Australia
“Johnni’s place is easily accessible by train from Kyoto. It offers a quiet location away from the city in a surprisingly beautiful and culturally rich town. The shrine precinct at the base of Mt Hiei is extensive, well maintained and surrounded by...”
Adam
Czech Republic Czech Republic
“We are so glad that we have been in the Jonnis place. This was one of nicest place we have been yet. Jonni was really friendly, funny, and polite. He showed us the Sakomato (he made a round trip on his car) and told us some interesting stuff about...”
Geoffrey
Canada Canada
“For me personally, as one who has a Masters degree in Peace Education and who is dedicating his life to global peace and sustainable solutions, I was really happy that synchronicity put us in this location, and so close to the Enryakuji Temple on...”
Fabian
Germany Germany
“I stayed three nights at Jonni's place and enjoyed it very much: the hosting, the accommodation and especially the area, Sakomoto. Sakomoto feels like a cozy village and I spent a whole day exploring the area. It is very peaceful. The evenings I...”
Zhang
Australia Australia
“Graceful internal design, clean and roomy house with full of Japanese culture decoration.”
Sofia
France France
“We had a great time at Jonni’s place. The house is very cozy, clean and well decorated, our room had a very big window and the bed was confortable. The kitchen has everything you need. Jonni is very fun, kind and helpful, he also drove us from and...”
Disire
Netherlands Netherlands
“We had a great time! Jonni is a super funny, kind, and open host. He has a big heart and is incredibly understanding you feel welcome right away. The rooms are clean and comfortable, it's a great place to stay. Jonni, we’re going to miss you!...”
Mojca
Slovenia Slovenia
“Very nice house, Sakamoto is very lovely and Jonni is a really nice host, we enjoyed our time there a lot”
Emmagen
Australia Australia
“Jonni’s place was fantastic. The house is in a beautiful location in Sakamoto about 15 minute train ride to Kyoto and about a 20 minute walk to the train station. My friend and I agreed that Sakamoto was a great place to get out of the hustle and...”
Ben
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Jonni was a great, and helped with anything I needed. His place is very clean and welcoming. I highly recommend”

Hosted by Jonathan Garvey ( Jonni`s 民泊) English man living in Japan for 30 years

10
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Jonathan Garvey ( Jonni`s 民泊) English man living in Japan for 30 years
Jonni`s place ( 民泊）a small yet tasteful home at the base of Mt. Hie.Hieizan Sakamoto, perhaps you have not heard of it, but it is the birthplace of Tendai Bhuddism in Japan. Lots of local history without the mass tourism. 308 year old soba restaurant a mist on the list .
Welcome to Jonni`s Place or your home in Sakamoto. Like to research and stroll /bike around the historic city..
305 year old Soba restaurant 1353 year old shrines local festivals water falls quiet but interesting walks around the village, always something new to see. No need to pay the Kyoto Hotel as we are just outside the border Nice to hear the sound of cool running streams on your way back from a hectic day of sightseeing
Languages spoken: English,Japanese

Property surroundings

House rules

Jonni`s Place takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 05:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 09:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Jonni`s Place in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 09:00:00.

While this property offers long stays beyond one month, Booking.com is not offering a lease to a guest. Accordingly, all guests who will participate in this offering will not have any rights or interests as lessee for the offered property but should remain subject to applicable hotel stay/lodging terms and conditions.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

License number: 第M250001173号