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Hotel Kuu Kyoto

3.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Higashi Honganji Temple

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In the heart of Kyoto, Hotel Kuu Kyoto offers a serene retreat with laundry facilities, a rejuvenating sauna, and a restaurant serving local flavors. Stay connected with in-room WiFi and take advantage of bike rentals to explore nearby Kawaramachi Street. Helpful staff have left lasting impressions on previous guests.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Weekly housekeeping
  • Restaurants
  • Breakfast available
  • Sauna
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Fridge
  • Television
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lift
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

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Standard Double | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Standard Double

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Twin | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Superior Twin

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Superior Double | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Superior Double

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Twin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Deluxe Twin Room, City View (1-3 persons) | View from room

Deluxe Twin Room, City View (1-3 persons)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Family Suite (Hongwanji View) | View from room

Family Suite (Hongwanji View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 3 Single Futons

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Deluxe Quadruple Room with Tatami Floor and Temple View | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Quadruple Room with Tatami Floor and Temple View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 2 Single Futons

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About the area

Map
58 Shokuya-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 6008158

What's nearby

  • Higashi Honganji Temple - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kawaramachi Street - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kyoto Tower - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kyoto Station Building - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Nishiki Market - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 49 min drive
  • Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.) - 88 min drive
  • Kyoto Station - 5 min walk
  • Shichijo Station - 11 min walk
  • Kiyomizu-gojo Station - 14 min walk
  • Gojo Station - 5 min walk
  • Kujo Station - 21 min walk
  • Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station - 23 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪餃子の王将七条烏丸店 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪立のみ いなせや - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪iSOiSM - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪熟成焼肉听 京都駅前店 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪立呑処へそ 京都駅前店 - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Kuu Kyoto

Hotel Kuu Kyoto puts you in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Tower. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant, and the sauna makes for a relaxing end to the day. Also, Kiyomizu Temple and Shijo Street are a short five-minute drive away. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is close by: Gojo Station is only 5 minutes on foot.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 43 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • Housekeeping is included for stays of 3-nights or more with first service on the 3rd day of stay, and every 2-days after that. Towel exchanges are available on request for all bookings.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit 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

    • Up to 2 children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No on-site parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking area (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Bike rentals nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bike hire

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2017
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Down duvet
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Extra futon (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Bidet
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Weekly housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100-10,000 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 2600 to 2600 for adults and JPY 900 to 1300 for children
  • Futon beds are available for JPY 4000 per night

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for JPY 4000 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 accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Disposable items are available in the lobby.

Also known as

Hotel Kuu
Kuu Kyoto
Hotel Kuu Kyoto Hotel
Hotel Kuu Kyoto Kyoto
Hotel Kuu Kyoto Hotel Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Kuu Kyoto offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Kuu Kyoto 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Kuu Kyoto?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Kuu Kyoto?

Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Hotel Kuu Kyoto.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Kuu Kyoto?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Hotel Kuu Kyoto and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Hotel Kuu Kyoto also has a sauna.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Kuu Kyoto?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

What's the area around Hotel Kuu Kyoto like?

Hotel Kuu Kyoto is in Shimogyo Ward, a short 5-minute walk from Gojo Station and 6 minutes' walk from Kawaramachi Street. Travellers love the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

Hotel Kuu Kyoto Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was varied, abundant, and delicious with a big selection of Japanese and Western options. (28 reviews)
  • The property offers a variety of nearby restaurants and serves a high-quality breakfast in a cozy environment. (3 reviews)
  • The spa baths, especially the outdoor one, were a wonderful bonus to the property. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Helpful staff, good sized room, excellent location, great breakfast. Highly recommend!
David, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good breakfast selection, amazing view, traditional atmosphere. The onsen was very relaxing. Check in was friendly and efficient. We had a great stay.
Louise, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice experience, and take the free Cool Bus for the city tour. Highly recommend for people who will visit Kyoto.
Chun-chieh, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean confortable room, friendly staff, good location and great price
Callum, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay in a convenient location near the train station. The staff were very attentive and helpful and the hotel seemed very well managed. We even had an umbrella given to us when it rained. Would recommend this hotel to anyone planning a visit
Benyamin, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff who were able to communicate well in English. Temple view from the room was amazing. Clean, comfortable and a short walk to Kyoto Station so very convenient.
View from our room.
Karen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great breakfast and comfy bed
Daniel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very warm welcome and great value for money, never mind the fabulous location!
Amanda, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Nice staff and great location.
Dawn, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A charming hotel, superbly located and with the most helpful staff.
Jon, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

1 Week Stay at Hotel Kuu Kyoto

The staff were so friendly! It was in a perfect location. And the Onsen was so nice after a long day walking everywhere. The facilities were small but clean. The shower in the room had so much pressure and was so nice!
Ryan, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay!

Loved the hotel - centrally located - walk to shopping and restaurants. Friendly staff - helpful. Walking distance from the train station!
Karen, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best breakfast. It’s like fine dining in a very cozy environment.
Shut Yee, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the bath area too!
Janice, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel in a very pleasant part of Kyoto. Very helpful staff. Free Drop Off Bus which will take you to the most popular places around Kyoto
Tobias, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

great
Carmen, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was good, small place.
Milon, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely small hotel in a great location. Was travelling as family of five, would definitely stay here again.
Chad, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place to stay, it had everything I needed. Emily and the rest of the staff were so lovely and made me feel very welcome. Arigato 😊
Zak, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, close to Kyoto station. Hotel had many restaurants and shops nearby. Staff was very accommodating and helpful with our luggage forwarding.
angel, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect

Wonderful location, absolutely lovely breakfast and a awesome onsen.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really enjoyed Hotel Kuu. The buffet breakfast was amazing. The rooms were nice and spacious very good experience.
Caleb, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was a good size and amenities were plentiful. Staff are friendly and happy to assist
Kamil, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved it would go back
Anna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful to be back at my favourite hotel in kyoto. Staff always so helpful and friendly. Perfect location (for me) near the station and always love the onsen 😍 See you again in '26!
Tc, 3-night trip