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- 1 Single bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Hotel · Kyoto · Kyoto
Kyoto Tower Hotel
Steps from Kyoto Station, this straightforward 4-star hotel pairs clean, compact rooms with easy access to buses, subways, and the illuminated Kyoto Tower.
- 500m from Kyoto Station
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- 24-hour reception
8.2
Great
2215 reviews
Booking.com 8.2 · 2215 reviews
About
Kyoto Tower Hotel
Kyoto Tower Hotel sits in a shopping area of Kyoto, roughly 1.5 km from Umekoji Park. It is a practical, no-fuss base for travelers who want to be close to transport and the city's sights without paying a premium for space.
Rooms range from single and twin options to family and tatami-style layouts, all with air conditioning, heating, and either a shower or a bathtub. The hotel keeps things simple: a coffee shop, a restaurant, a bar, and vending machines cover the basics, while laundry, dry cleaning, and luggage storage handle the practicalities.
- No smoking on site
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Unbeatable station proximity — Kyoto Station and the main bus terminal are directly across the street, making arrival, departure, and day trips across the region effortless — even with heavy luggage.
- Free Kyoto Tower access — Guests receive complimentary passes to the Kyoto Tower observatory, adding a free city-view experience to any stay.
- Clean and efficient service — Rooms are frequently described as spotless, and staff are praised for being friendly, helpful, and cooperative, with some speaking English.
- Good value for the class — With rates from GBP 74 and a strong overall rating of 8.2, the hotel offers a reasonable price for a 4-star property in a central Kyoto location.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Rooms can be compact — Guests note that rooms, especially singles, are not large — a common expectation in Japan but worth planning for if you prefer more space.
- Check-in window is narrow — Check-in is only available from 15:00 to 23:59, which may be inconvenient for late-night arrivals after 11 PM.
- No pets allowed — The hotel does not permit pets on site, so you'll need to make other arrangements if traveling with an animal.
- Cleaning oversights reported — While rooms are generally clean, one guest noted that a desk was filthy behind, suggesting occasional lapses in housekeeping attention.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Standard Twin Room
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Room Selected at Check Non-Smoking
- 1 Single bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Superior Twin Room
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Double Room
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Double Room
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
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- 1 Single bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Deluxe Twin Room
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Quadruple Room Non-Smoking
- 4 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Single Room Non-Smoking
- 1 Single bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Large Twin Room Non-Smoking
- 3 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Deluxe Family Room Non-Smoking
- 3 Bunk beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Room Tatami Area Non-Smoking
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
Essentials
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Flat-screen TV
- Electric kettle
- Free toiletries
- Trouser press
Food & Drink
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Coffee shop
- Vending machines
- BBQ facilities
Services
- 24-hour reception
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Currency exchange
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Shops/Commercial services
Business & Events
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Safety & Accessibility
- No smoking on site
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Lift
- Cots
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.2/10 from 2,215 reviews
Booking.com · 8.2 · 2215 reviews
8.2Verified guest“The double room had been refreshed with a mini fridge and the air conditioning worked well.”
8.2Verified guest“The location was genuinely excellent — close to the shopping district, subways, taxi stand, and the lit-up Kyoto Tower. An easy walk to Kyoto Porta. The room was large, with two futons on a tatami area, though the huge desk was filthy behind it.”
8.2Verified guest“Nice building and rooms, with an extra bed. The Japanese decoration in the rooms was a plus, and the location was magnificent — so close to station eateries, Kyoto Tower, and the city's trains and buses.”
8.2Verified guest“Very central, relatively cheap, and spotlessly clean. The staff were friendly and spoke decent English. The room isn't big, but that's expected in Japan. A free, unlimited view of Kyoto Tower was a bonus.”
8.2Verified guest“Friendly and cooperative staff, clean rooms, and an environment that felt caring and committed to guests.”
8.2Verified guest“Being directly across from Kyoto Station and the main bus terminal made it quick and easy to get around the city and beyond. The free passes to go up Kyoto Tower were a nice touch.”
04 — Location
Getting around Kyoto
The property sits in Kyoto.
Kyoto Station Area: The hotel sits directly opposite Kyoto Station, the city's main rail and bus hub. From here you can catch JR lines, subways, and buses to major sights like Fushimi Inari, Arashiyama, and Gion, with eateries and shopping malls surrounding the station.
Umekoji Park: About 1.5 km away, Umekoji Park offers a green escape with open lawns, a pond, and the Kyoto Railway Museum nearby — a relaxed spot for a walk or a family outing.
Kyoto Tower: The illuminated tower is right across the street, and guests receive a free ticket to its observatory — a convenient way to see the city from above, day or night.
721-1 Higashi Shiokoji-Cho, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8216, Japan
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 15:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 11:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 126 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:59, and check-out is by 11:00.
Are pets allowed at the hotel?
No, pets are not allowed on site.
Is there a restaurant or dining on site?
Yes, the hotel has a restaurant, a bar/lounge area, and a coffee shop.
Do rooms have air conditioning?
Yes, all rooms include air conditioning and heating.
Is Wi-Fi available?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available in rooms.
Does the hotel provide laundry services?
Yes, laundry and dry cleaning services are available.
The bottom line
A dependable, well-located base for travelers who prioritize transport access and value over space. The free tower ticket and clean, efficient service make it a solid choice for short stays in Kyoto.
8.2Best for transit-focused travelers
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