A very nice and super clean hotel, walking distance from Kyoto train station and very close to metro as well. Highly recommended.

Stayed in September 2025

The beds were very hard but this does seem to be a common theme across Japan.

We love this part of Kyoto, not too far from the station or the attractions, our normal hotel was being refurbished so we stayed here and had a great time, the staff were all wonderful and the room was a good size. There was a 7/11 right outside and the train station to Gion was a 5 min walk.

Stayed in September 2025

It would be nice if the hotel had some snacks to buy as when you return back to the hotel after a very long day out it would be nice to have some small snacks to grab before you go to the room. One small suggestion is having some hooks on the wall to place a hat, umbrella or purse instead of the floor

This hotel is close by the 7/11,bus route and JR train. The hotel is nothing fancy but fit our every need

Stayed in September 2025

Very hard pillows

Great location and good amenities

Stayed in September 2025

Being central to Kyoto, the rooms will be a bit on the smaller size relative to if you went a bit further out. However, this is a trade off in personal preference as the price of this hotel is very good and similar to that of hotels further out. For example, if you value a public bath and larger rooms, Umekoji may offer hotels that meet those expectations more. But if you want to be 15 minutes away from all the famous temples while having streamlined access to Ta Q Bin to prepare you for your next move, here is the way to go.

Amazing value for the price. If you are looking for an affordable business hotel where the services and amenities are the focus, you will be more than happy. There is a complementary drinks machine that we made use of every night. The location is quite central as you'll be able to access all the popular tourist attractions easily by bus stations close by.

Stayed in September 2025

The tub. I prefer a shower that doesn’t require me to step into a bath tub.

Centrally located. Free beverages. Pajamas provided.

Stayed in September 2025

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Lovely room, comfortable bed, great shower, fast wi-fi, use of washing machines/dryers. There is an amazing common room for guests use with tables & chairs microwave and vending machines with a good selection of hot & cold drinks free of charge! We bought some lovely meals from the 7eleven right opposite the hotel and heated them for our evening meals, it made it a very economic stay though the little Nepalese restaurant across the road was good also. The staff were so polite and accommodating with every request. Such a lovely hotel, I would 100% recommend it 😊 Thank you for a wonderful stay.

Stayed in September 2025

We had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The location is fantastic — some attractions are within walking distance, and for others, there are metro, train, and bus stops very close by, making it super easy to get around. The staff were always friendly and helpful. You can even leave your luggage before check-in, which was very convenient for us. The rooms were clean and comfortable, with all the amenities we needed. There’s also a very affordable laundry service, plus a space with a microwave, various drinks, and free coffee — such a nice touch! You can even enjoy your meal there. Highly recommended, we would definitely stay here again!

Stayed in September 2025

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Judy on the front desk was fantastic and helped us immensely . A great place.

Stayed in September 2025

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Friendly staff, convenient location near train station and Seven 11, clean rooms and lovely shared space with free hot and cold drinks.

Stayed in September 2025

They are well organized. I can't think of anything negative except the coffee could have been a bit better, but you can't complain about free. And we would have Would loved an earlier check-in and later checkout.

The reviews are spot on. We really liked this hotel. While not huge, our room was larger than the previous ones we had in Japan. And faced East so we had a view of the River, the train station we arrived at and a partial view of Kiyomizu-dera, the most iconic temple in Kyoto. The beds were comfortable, everything was clean, bath products exquisite, the amenities plentiful, including the free water, coffee, tea, and other beverages offered free of charge downstairs. The staff were very helpful. And they had an elevator. There was a 7-11 across the street, which was terrific because we got out early and a lot of restaurants didn't open until 11. The egg sandwiches are as good as people say. The location can't be beat. We got off our train from Osaka and it was about a 5 minute walk across the bridge. Bus 206 was back across the bridge and not far from the train station. It went to a lot of places. Including the famous temple above, or all the way to Gion and other areas. Kyoto station is a bit longer of a walk, but it was 100 degrees so we opted for Uber. Didi is better, but we couldn't get the app to work. From there you can get a bus or train anywhere. I would definitely stay there again. Beautiful, quiet area in a massive busy city.

Stayed in September 2025

Location easy access to sights and public transportation. 7 eleven across the road. Common area for eating, and heating up food with provision of free drinks.

Stayed in August 2025

The location was great, a short walk to stations, was directly across from a 7/11, was clean and quiet. Our kids loved the drink station and it was nice coming back to have a hot drink at the end of the day. This was our favourite accommodation on our trip. The staff were so friendly and helpful.

Stayed in June 2025

The size of the room

The free beverage machine and the location

Stayed in August 2025

The room is very narrow. The way from the Main Station is very Long by foot (If you carry your Bagage)

The staff is always friendly and they have an social area for relaxing with a free drink-dispensor

Stayed in August 2025

The staff were incredible. They were efficient and kind. The room was comfortable and clean and very quiet. It was in a good location, near major subway lines. Would definitely stay here again

Stayed in August 2025

The only downside is that there are only two washing machines. In the evenings, people often line up and even stand next to the machines waiting for their turn. Luckily, there are self-service laundromats just a few meters away from the hotel, so it’s not a big problem.

The hotel was very comfortable and well-designed, with everything you need for a pleasant stay. The air conditioning worked perfectly, which was a huge plus in the summer heat. I also really appreciated the lounge/hall area, it’s a great space to relax, enjoy the variety of drinks available, and even bring meals from convenience stores or takeaways. The location is also good: Kyoto Station is about a 15-minute walk, and the famous geisha district (Gion) is about a 25-minute walk away.

Stayed in August 2025

The room was very spacious according to Japanese standards. The hotel is really nice, there is common space where people eat breakfast from 7/11 which is across the street. Free soft drinks, water, ice. The staff is very helpful.

Stayed in August 2025

The location was very good, close to the train station and the bus and metro station, links to the main objectives of the city. We had in the lobby access to coffee , water and juices all day long..

Stayed in August 2025

This was one of our favourite hotels on our Japan trip. The rooms are very spacious, have big comfortable beds, and a little seating area. We enjoyed having the extra space to properly unpack and chill in the room when needed. There is a fantastic dining/lounge area downstairs with free drinks. Staff were friendly. The laundry facilities were very useful. Would recommend.

Stayed in August 2025

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Comfortable beds, we even got connecting rooms. No breakfast, but many restaurant options close by. Close to train to Fushimi Inari, but a little bit further from the center of Kyoto.

Stayed in August 2025

airconditioning not very easy to set, accessability -not bad , posssible to reach by bus, but most of the time on foot, which is not easy in heat

very good hotel at moderate price

Stayed in August 2025

The hotel was wonderful. Staff super kind, bed is super comfortable, great service. Also great location.

Stayed in August 2025

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Quite and clean.

Stayed in August 2025