Karasuma Kyoto Hotel

$$$$||View on mapKyoto, JapanShimogyo-Ku Karasuma-Shijo, Kyoto, Japan, 600-8412|
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Karasuma Kyoto Hotel
Shimogyo-Ku Karasuma-Shijo, Kyoto, Japan, 600-8412·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.2Great
Location8.9
Staff8.9
Free WiFi8.7
Comfort8.5
Cleanliness8.4
Who stays here
Families40%
Solo25%
Groups19%
Couples16%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.2Great
Location8.9
Staff8.9
Free WiFi8.7
Comfort8.5
Cleanliness8.4
Who stays here
Families40%
Solo25%
Groups19%
Couples16%

3-star contemporary hotel steps from Kyoto's subway lines

Location & Transport

The Karasuma Kyoto Hotel sits less than a 5-minute walk from both Karasuma Station and Shijo Station. Guests reach downtown Shijo-Kawaramachi in a 10-minute walk and Nijo Castle in 20 minutes. A Starbucks coffee shop sits at the lobby level, and a 7-Eleven convenience store is within a short walk.

Dining & Bakery

Restaurant Toh Lee serves authentic Chinese cuisine with private dining rooms available for groups. Bar Anchor offers a selection of seasonal cocktails and whiskies. The hotel operates an on-site bakery that produces fresh western-style bread and pastries daily.

Room & Amenities

Air-conditioned rooms come with satellite TV, a refrigerator, and an en suite bathroom. An air humidifier is available for rent at the 24-hour front desk. The hotel provides daily housekeeping, luggage storage, and currency exchange services.

Events & Business Facilities

Event spaces at the Karasuma Hotel can accommodate buffet dinners for up to 400 people. The hotel has meeting and banquet facilities, plus a business center with fax and photocopying services. Laundry, dry cleaning, and ironing services are also available.

Design & Decor

The hotel features a retro-chic decor theme that appeals to travelers who appreciate mid-century-inspired design. Guest rooms are furnished with a comfortable bed and a desk wide enough for work. The lobby includes a small gift shop selling souvenirs and local crafts.

  • Location: 5-minute walk to two subway stations, 10 minutes to downtown Shijo-Kawaramachi
  • Dining: Authentic Chinese cuisine at Restaurant Toh Lee and seasonal cocktails at Bar Anchor
  • Bakery: On-site bakery with fresh western-style bread and pastries
  • Events: Banquet facilities for up to 400 guests, meeting rooms with fax and photocopying
  • Design: Retro-chic decor with antique-style furnishings throughout the hotel
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of JPY 2400.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.  There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
Japanese
Building
Year renovated:2012
Number of floors:14
Number of rooms:185
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Rooms and availability

Single Room
  • Max:
    1 person
  • Bed options:
    1 Single bed
Superior Triple Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    3 Single beds
Japanese-Style Room
  • Max:
    5 persons
  • Bed options:
    4 Sofa beds4 Single beds
  • Smoking
  • Shower
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

On-site car park

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Laundry
Lift
Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Karasuma Kyoto Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 28 £
📏 Distance to centre 1.4 km
✈️ Distance to airport 47.9 km
🧳 Nearest airport Itami, ITM

Location

Shimogyo-Ku Karasuma-Shijo, Kyoto, Japan, 600-8412
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Shimogyo-Ku Karasuma-Shijo, Kyoto, Japan, 600-8412
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Shimogyo-Ku Karasuma-Shijo, Kyoto, Japan, 600-8412
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FAQ about Karasuma Kyoto Hotel

What popular attractions are closest to Karasuma Kyoto Hotel hotel?
Guests of Karasuma Kyoto Hotel hotel can visit Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall (nearly a 5-minute walk from the accommodation), or Nishiki Market placed 9 minutes' walk away.
What is the nearest airport to the hotel?
Itami airport lies within 50 km of the hotel and is reachable with a 51-minute drive.
Does the Karasuma Kyoto Hotel have a car parking on site?
Yes, guests of the Karasuma Kyoto Hotel can take advantage of private parking on site.
Can I have lunch or dinner next to the Karasuma Kyoto Hotel hotel?
Restaurants near the Karasuma Kyoto Hotel hotel include Man in the Moon Karasuma 烏丸店 (a few moments from the property) as well as Goichi Pizza (450 meters away).
Does this contemporary hotel serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of this contemporary hotel.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the Karasuma Kyoto Hotel?
Guests of the Karasuma Kyoto Hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 11:00.
How much does a room at the contemporary Karasuma Kyoto Hotel hotel cost?
The price for a room in the contemporary Karasuma Kyoto Hotel hotel starts at $182.
What payment methods are available in the Karasuma Kyoto Hotel hotel?
At the Karasuma Kyoto Hotel hotel, guests can pay using Visa, Mastercard, and American Express as well as other payment methods.
What are the room types offered by this contemporary hotel?
This contemporary hotel provides such room types as Queen Room, Guest Room, and Twin Room.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the Karasuma Kyoto Hotel?
Some suites at the Karasuma Kyoto Hotel boast a carpeted floor, a writing desk as well as private bathrooms which include hairdryers and towels.
Does this contemporary hotel provide business facilities?
Yes, this contemporary hotel comprises a business centre as well as a photocopy machine and a desk.
Which facilities does the contemporary Karasuma Kyoto Hotel hotel provide?
The contemporary Karasuma Kyoto Hotel hotel is equipped with currency exchange and a lift as well as a safe deposit box and luggage storage for safety purposes.
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