Hotels near Kawaramachi, Kyoto

The cleanliness at Kyoto Hachijo Miyako Hotel was truly impressive. The room was spotless, the bedding felt brand new, and the bathroom was fresh with no unpleasant odors. Every detail showcased their high service standards, making for a truly comfortable and reassuring stay!

This hotel provided everything I needed for my trip. The location is excellent, with convenient transportation and shopping options. What I particularly loved was being close to the Kamo River, perfect for a morning or evening stroll – it felt wonderful. As for breakfast, it was nutritious enough.

Absolutely loved this hotel. Booked it in a rush and couldn’t be more satisfied. I was more pleased that this was a my 4 night stay in Kyoto during my Japan trip this year. The style of the room is a modern traditional Japanese room, with tatami inspired floor for the bed area, separating the entrance and wash areas. The main bed is raised so there’s plenty of room underneath to store multiple luggages. I loved that there is a small wooden folding table that has its own wall hanger when not used. The toilet is also separated from the shower/tub room, and wash area with a sink and large mirror. Each area had its own sliding door. Extra toiletries available in the main lobby included bath salts, which was perfect for relaxing in the tub after hiking Mount Inari to the top. I was solo travelling but booked a 2 person room as that was the only one available at the time, and the price was just right.

Although it was short, I loved my stay here. Had great quality of sleep. Good base for Kyoto, near enough to key locations, but expect a lot of walking unless you use the bus. Nearest station is Kyoto Kawaramachi which is great for day drips just outside central Kyoto and if you are coming from Osaka or Kansai airport - see my tips below. Pros: great bathroom and toiletries, good water pressure and temperature, smart toilet, TV with streaming services, fridge, desk/stool, coat hooks (handy for winter time), semi-full length mirror, luggage rack, various lights to adjust to your preference, very clean, super comfortable firm mattress and pillows, good soundproofing for light sleepers, great air conditioning (room warms up pretty quickly in the winter), you can also open the windows which is nice, felt very safe as a solo female, can ask for more water bottles in reception, lift was never crowded, outlets next to bed, has luggage storage if you need, near the river and traditional streets for scenic strolls, close to bus stop, family mart otw from station for late night snacks. Cons: can hear police cars or cars with loud engines at night sometimes but not frequent, walking from the station with a suitcase was a bit longer than expected, my double room was a bit cramped for opening suitcase (could not open the front or bathroom doors fully to avoid hitting my suitcase) and I am one person (two suitcases would fit but you wouldn't be able to walk around the bed properly). Tips: If you are coming from Kansai airport (KIX), I recommend you take the airport limousine to Namba (bought a return ticket since it is cheaper). It drops you outside JR Namba station, you can go inside to get to the metro station, follow signs for the red Midosuji Line. Board the train to Umeda. Stay inside the station and follow signs for Osaka-Umeda or the brown Hankyu-Kyoto line. This line goes directly to Kyoto Kawaramachi station. When stations, always look for the lift signs if you have luggages. I think I took the lift closest to Exit 4, and it brings you up to a department store. You kinda have to walk through and get out. If you walk out the front entrance, there are a few steps, but if you go to the side doors, it has a slope to avoid carrying suitcases. It's a straight walk from the station. Unless you are doing day trips, Kyoto city buses are a lot better mode of transport in my opinion.

The location is super convenient, with a Lawson convenience store and many popular influencer restaurants nearby. The ladies and gentlemen at the hotel front desk were all very friendly. It seems like both the guests and the cleaning staff are Japanese, which made me feel very secure! Next time I come to Kyoto, as long as there's a room available here, I'll definitely stay again.

The lobby makes a strong first impression with its tasteful, contemporary design—very much in line with what seasoned travelers appreciate after a long journey. Location-wise, the hotel is a solid choice. Being close to the train station and surrounded by local food options made getting around and finding good meals effortless. That said, the 5pm check-in time is noticeably later than usual and can be inconvenient if you arrive early. I passed the time at the restaurant and bar next to the lobby, taking advantage of their Happy Hour, which helped. A nice touch was the self-service luggage storage area—practical and traveler-friendly. I stayed in a corner room. The room itself was fine: clean, functional, and simple, as expected of many Japanese hotels. The view, however, was unremarkable. I also tried the public bath. It was reasonably sized and, thankfully, not too crowded during my visit, making it a relaxing experience. Service was a bit cool at first, though it improved as the stay went on. Overall, I would consider returning, especially when traveling as a couple.

I stayed here for New Year's Day and found it incredibly convenient for getting around. It's perfectly situated between Daimaru and Takashimaya, making it a top choice for shopping. The hotel lobby has a seating area where you can enjoy complimentary coffee. Plus, there's a direct entrance from the lobby right into the subway station, which is super handy.

• room: essential and fresh furniture. Bathroom little more spacious than average for this category. Bedsheets are very thin and there is no protection cover for pillows and blanket which have lots of stains. Curtains do not fully cover light from the window but my window was facing a wall so there was not lot of light in the morning • amenities: laundry room with microwave corner but unfortunately smells strongly of cigarette as the ventilation is probably shared with the smoking room. There is a smoking room right behind the entrance door which makes all the ground floor smell like cigarettes. It is a • location: 20 min walking distance from metro and same distance to go to the central shopping area • staff: essential in their support. If they see you having trouble entering the property with the code they wait very pong before helping. Be aware that it is a self checkin hotel • breakfast: I did not used • noise level: my room was quite silent, on weekend few people were noisy on the street but for a short while my background: I travel 320 days a year since 8 years staying in all range of accomodation from hostel to 5star. I am sensitive to dust smoke and noise and I just review objectively what I see with no judgement

Facilities: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The hotel facilities are very complete! The room is equipped with thoughtful facilities such as smart toilet seats, humidifiers, mini refrigerators, etc. There is also a self-service laundry room and free ice machines in the public area. Hygiene: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Must give full marks for cleanliness! The bedding has a fluffy feel after being exposed to the sun, the gaps between the bathroom tiles are spotless, and even the air-conditioning vents are free of dust. People with obsessive-compulsive disorder say it is extremely comfortable. Environment: ⭐⭐⭐⭐✨ Located in the downtown area but very quiet, the Japanese modern design is warm and elegant~ Service: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The front desk staff speaks fluent English and has a lot of smiles. When storing luggage, they will carefully affix classification labels. Transportation: 🚇 Prime location certification! It's a 3-minute walk to Karasuma Station, a 10-minute walk to Nishiki Market, and there are direct buses to Kiyomizu-dera Temple/Gion. There are many convenience stores and department stores around, so it is very convenient to have a midnight snack. Little regret: 🔥It’s ridiculously popular! We only managed to get a basic room type a few weeks in advance, and we might have to book even earlier during peak season. But when you think about the same price you can only stay in an old hotel like Chungking Mansions in Hong Kong, I suddenly feel that it is great value! Summary: If the full score is 5 stars, I would give it 5.5 stars! Highly recommended for both business trips and vacations, it has been added to the ”Next Kyoto Must-stay List” ❤️

I intentionally booked a smoking room, but the smell in Umeda was so strong, right? But here, I was surprised there was practically no smell. The staff were especially friendly, which was the best. If I go back, I'll definitely stay here. There's also a station nearby, so it's a great location for those heading to Umeda or Namba from Kyoto.