In the heart of Kyoto, Karasuma Kyoto Hotel offers a modern oasis with a Chinese restaurant, Toh-Lee Chinese. Enjoy the bar, unwind at the hair salon or get work done at the business center while staying connected with in-room WiFi. The helpful staff and convenient location near Kawaramachi Street have left previous guests delighted.
When you stay at Karasuma Kyoto Hotel, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Shijo Street and Nishiki Market. The cocktail bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Toh-Lee Chinese, which serves Chinese cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Also, Kiyomizu Temple and Pontocho Alley are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers like that it's just a short walk to public transportation: Gojo Station is 8 minutes away and Karasuma Oike Station is 12 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
231 rooms
Arranged over 14 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property's restaurants serve lunch from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM and dinner from 5:30-7:30 PM; reservations are required 1 day in advance for dinner.
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite self parking (JPY 2000 per night)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
What to do
Golfing nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting room
Conference space (4521 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1983
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchairs available on site
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Pay movies
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Electric kettle
Slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Down comforter
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Electronic bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Phone
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Toh-Lee Chinese - This restaurant specializes in Chinese cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Reservations are required.
Anchor Bar - Onsite cocktail bar. Open select days.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 200-10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 2400 per person
Parking
Self parking costs JPY 2000 per night
Policies
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Karasuma Kyoto Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Karasuma Kyoto Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Karasuma Kyoto Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Karasuma Kyoto Hotel?
Yes. Self parking costs JPY 2000 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Karasuma Kyoto Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Are there restaurants at or near Karasuma Kyoto Hotel?
Yes, Toh-Lee Chinese offers Chinese cuisine.
What's the area around Karasuma Kyoto Hotel like?
Karasuma Kyoto Hotel is a short 8-minute walk from Gojo Station and 2 minutes' walk from Shijo Street.
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Karasuma Kyoto Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Room
Bathroom
Location
Subway
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Apr 13, 2025
Great place to stay at.
Juan
Juan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 2, 2025
Everything was great.
Alba
Alba, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 9, 2025
Perfect location
Verified traveler
3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 3, 2025
Close to all shopping and restaurants
Stanley
Stanley, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 21, 2025
Excellent Experience & Value
Excellent service, delicious breakfast buffet at a good price, clean rooms. Easy check in and check out and overall a great experience and convenient location near Shijo subway station.
Dominic
Dominic, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 27, 2025
A great location!
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 4, 2025
Nice location, very convenient
Yoko
Yoko, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 6, 2025
Great location for restaurants and shopping. 10-20 min walk to shopping area. Definitely close to nishiki market which was a great experience and definitely a must visit place for food and souvenirs shopping. The hotel itself was great and staff was very polite.
Safra
Safra, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 27, 2025
The staff were extremely helpful with travelers and enjoying your stay. Do not hesitate to communicate with the front desk for help!
Efrain
Efrain, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 5, 2024
Great location and staff
Eric
Eric, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 24, 2025
便利なロケーションでした。
スタッフの方とても親切でした。
ありがとうございました。
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 7, 2025
A clean room in a modern hotel in a convenient location. The breakfast buffet is as good as any good standard hotels in Japan. It is a reasonable price as well.
Atsuhide
Atsuhide, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 15, 2025
Excellent property, directly above Shijo stn, even if have large luggage or wheel chair easy to access hotel. Surrounding is great many things to see & experience. Will come back again
iceman****
iceman****, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 18, 2024
Great location and friendly staff. We really enjoyed our time at the hotel and Kyoto.
Hongfan
Hongfan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 7, 2025
Great hotel overall! Convenient location close to restaurants, shops, transportation, Starbucks, and everything you need. I will definitely be returning.
Angelina
Angelina, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 3, 2025
Good location
However it’s a smoking hotel and the smell is very bad in the corridors
Plus, the hotel needs renovation especially in the room furnitures are dirty
Laura
Laura, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 17, 2025
The room was very clean and the staff were very friendly. There are many options for nearby food like starbucks and traditional restaurants, as well as nearby family mart and 7/11 convenience stores. The entire hotel was clean and room service was done often. The room was big and spacious with a big bathroom with a heated bidet toilet. The beds were also comfortable with plenty of light and a big window. Transportation was very close too with multiple bus stops and transit routes. The hotel was also really close to Kyoto Station making transportation and rail transfers easy.
Momin
Momin, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 27, 2025
Excellent location as we took Hankyu train from Osaka and Kintetsu train to Nara. Karasuma subway entrance was right at front of Hotel. Next door was the Nishijin Museum and downstairs was Starbucks! Staff was so helpful, especially with sending luggage by courier service.
Lila
Lila, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2024
New, clean, staffs are very nice and patient with all questions, very convenient location, enjoy short walks to shopping. Hotel is also right outside by train exit, travelers best choice. Will recommend to everyone.
Angela
Angela, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 22, 2025
It was pretty good. There was no wifi. Couldn’t access my car whenever I needed because it was in elevator parking spot
Osvaldo
Osvaldo, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 5, 2024
Facilities are a bit on the older side and the bathroom is compact. However, everything was spotlessly clean and the staff was friendly.
Wangqing Adam
Wangqing Adam, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 5, 2024
Clean room but rather standard. No coffee in the lobby nor the room. Good services.
Terence
Terence, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 23, 2025
No comment
Safiyah
Safiyah, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 22, 2024
Very close to the subway but the facilities show some ages
Chi Kit
Chi Kit, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Dec 8, 2024
This is in a good location, the building is a bit old it seems. The front desk is courteous but either lie or themselves don't have full information. Do not be fooled by the details page, they don't have parking and they lie about the rates. One day they told me they would cover my parking, abd one day they told me parking is 1000 per night. By checkout, all of this was forgotten and I was asked for 4000 (2000 per night) for parking.
Overall, I will suggest to stay away from this place.