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Only a 2-minute walk from JR Kyoto Train Station, Elcient Kyoto offers air-conditioned rooms with free wired internet and an LCD TV. It features a buffet restaurant. Guests at Elcient Kyoto stay in compact, simply furnished rooms with an electric kettle and fridge. An en suite bathroom with a bathtub and amenities is included. Kyoto Tower is less than a 10-minute walk away, and Shosei-en Garden is a 15-minute walk. Kyoto-Minami Interchange is a 15-minute drive from the hotel. Coin-operated laundry machines are located on site, as are ramen noodle and drink vending machines.

This is our guests' favourite part of Kyoto, according to independent reviews.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Hotel Elcient Kyoto (formerly El Inn Kyoto) has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 30 Sept 2011.

Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Kyoto, this hotel has an excellent location score of 8.6

Parking available at the hotel

Public Bath


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Room type
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.6
Location
8.6
Free WiFi
7.9
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See what guests loved the most:

  • James
    FranceFrance
    Very close to train station. Next to shops Easy to explore Kyoto
  • Yl
    Hong KongHong Kong
    I booked the room with extra bed.It is still spacious for 3 persons. Welcome and friendly staff in fluent English.
  • Selena
    JapanJapan
    Good value for price, great location, very clean, good amenities, friendly staff (held our bags), no complaints.
  • Frederic
    BelgiumBelgium
    Excellent location near Kyoto's main station. Pretty spacious rooms. Great laundry service (can follow the progress on your mobile phone). Very good restaurant. Very helpful staff.
  • Linda
    AustraliaAustralia
    The property location was really good, rooms were a good size and breakfast buffet was really good.
  • Babboom
    MalaysiaMalaysia
    Love everything here. The room is spacious and comfortable. The location of this hotel is great. It's near to Kyoto station. It's convenient for those who take bus from Kansai airport. The bus will stop right in front of the hotel. We bought...
  • Chia-wei
    TaiwanTaiwan
    Staff, Japanese spa facility, breakfast, location.
  • Chu
    Brunei DarussalamBrunei Darussalam
    Location is superb 7-11 next door Cleanliness is 10/10
  • Heng
    MalaysiaMalaysia
    Location is 350M walking Kyoto station and the Kansai airport limousine bus stops just across the road. Room is clean and bed comfortable. Convenient to access 7-11 and Lawson, both are 1 minute walking distance.
  • Cheng-hsin
    TaiwanTaiwan
    Location is very convenient near by Kyoto train station. New building is very quiet.

Property questions and answers
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The property usually replies within a few days

  • Hello does the Japanese spa have sauna? and is it hot spring water? what time is the spa open? and is female and male separated? thanks

    Thank you for replying. In our hotel, Japanese spa have sauna and it is hot spring water. Open time is from 4pm to 1am and 6am to 9am(morning). Yes..
    Answered on 14 October 2022
  • Hi, my flights lands at Kansai airport in the morning at 8:35 on Sat, 5Nov. Can I deposit my luggages at the hotel around 10:30am?

    Thank you for your inquiry. We will keep your luggage for you.
    Answered on 1 October 2022
  • my husband has a tattoo can he use the bath house?

    We are very sorry to hear that but he could not use our public bath.
    Answered on 25 December 2020
  • Do you have coin operated washing machine and dryer for guest use at your hotel ? If yes, what is the charge per wash/dry?

    Yes, We have. The charge per is wash and dry(120min):500yen, (80min):400yen, wash only(35min):300yen, dry only(30min) 100yen.
    Answered on 3 October 2022
  • Do you have microwave facility in common area

    Yes, we do.
    Answered on 30 November 2019
  • Hi can you help to send my luggages to other hotel in Osaka? how much sending luggages of 24 inch to osaka? I will stay in the Flag Shinsaibasi

    We accept your request. It costs about 2000 JPN yen.
    Answered on 27 December 2022
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Hotel surroundings *

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • ダイニングENT
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner

Facilities of Hotel Elcient Kyoto (formerly El Inn Kyoto)
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities
Non-smoking rooms
Parking on site
Free WiFi
Restaurant
24-hour front desk
Laundry
Heating
Daily housekeeping
Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Alarm clock
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and charges may be applicable.
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
Accessibility
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Wellness
  • Public Bath
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Sauna
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Japanese

House rules

Hotel Elcient Kyoto (formerly El Inn Kyoto) takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 00:00

Check-out

Until 10:00

 

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 room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children aged 6 years and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print

From JR Kyoto Train Station, the Hachijo-Higashi Exit is nearest to the hotel.

ダイニングENT is closed from Mon 26 Aug 2019 until Tue 27 Aug 2019

Sauna is closed from Mon 26 Oct 2020 until Sun 31 Oct 2021

FAQs about Hotel Elcient Kyoto (formerly El Inn Kyoto)

  • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Hotel Elcient Kyoto (formerly El Inn Kyoto) on this page.

  • Hotel Elcient Kyoto (formerly El Inn Kyoto) is 1.3 miles from the centre of Kyoto.

  • Hotel Elcient Kyoto (formerly El Inn Kyoto) offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Bicycle rental
    • Public Bath

  • The prices at Hotel Elcient Kyoto (formerly El Inn Kyoto) may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at Hotel Elcient Kyoto (formerly El Inn Kyoto) include:

    • Single
    • Double
    • Twin
    • Triple

  • Check-in at Hotel Elcient Kyoto (formerly El Inn Kyoto) is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Hotel Elcient Kyoto (formerly El Inn Kyoto) has 1 restaurant:

    • ダイニングENT