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Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near Nishiki Market

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A salad bar with various food options and a drink bar in a well-lit, clean environment.
A spa area with a hot tub, a glass door entrance, and a row of sinks with soap dispensers.
A spa area with a hot tub, tiled walls, and a row of toiletries on the right.
A multi-story building with a modern architectural design, featuring a series of balconies and large windows.
A spacious lobby with a polished tile floor, a reception desk, and a seating area with chairs.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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26 Higashikujo Aketacho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto, 601-8044
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Kyoto TERRSA
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Nintendo World Headquarters
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a telephone, a television, and curtains.

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a telephone, a television, and curtains.

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a television, and a desk with a telephone and a lamp.

Single 1 Semi-double Bed

  • Sleeps 1

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a television, and a desk with a telephone and a lamp.

Single Room, Non Smoking (1)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(60 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a telephone, and a bedside table.

Twin Room, Non Smoking (1)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Single Room, Non Smoking (2)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Non Smoking (3)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Non Smoking (4)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Non Smoking (5)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Non Smoking (6)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Smoking (1)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Smoking (2)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Smoking (3)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Smoking (4)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Smoking (5)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Smoking (6)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Twin Room, Non Smoking (2)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Non Smoking (3)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Non Smoking (4)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Non Smoking (5)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Non Smoking (6)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Smoking (1)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Smoking (2)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Smoking (3)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Smoking (4)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Smoking (5)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Smoking (6)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the area

Kyoto

Minami Ward stay.A stay at this Minami Ward hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Kawaramachi Street and 2 miles (3 km) of Fushimi Inari Shrine. Nishiki Market and Kiyomizu Temple are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Kawaramachi Street - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kyoto TERRSA - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nintendo World Headquarters - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kyoto Station Building - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • To-ji Temple - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Jujo Station - 5 min walk
  • Kyoto Station - 12 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪来来亭 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪みなも - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪和食さと - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪大栄ラーメン本店 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪ドミノ・ピザ - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

3-star hotel near Nishiki Market
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma also features a vending machine and laundry facilities.
  • 424 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Dining venue
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma offers 424 accommodations with air conditioning. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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  • Free WiFi
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  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily breakfast available 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee
  • A restaurant
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of JPY 1

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Hosted evening meal: JPY 1

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property only accepts cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property only accepts cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.

Property is also known as

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Kyoto Universal Karasuma Kyoto
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma Hotel
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma Kyoto
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma Hotel Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

How close is Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma to the airport?

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma is 29.2 mi (49-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma?

As of Sept 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma on Sept 17, 2026 start from CA $42, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma.

Does Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma offer free breakfast?

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma does not offer free breakfast. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma have a pool?

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma does not have a pool.

Does Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma to downtown Kyoto?

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma is 2.5 mi away from Kyoto.

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 286 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 415 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 222 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1002 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Sunitha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location of the property.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel with free great food for breakfast and dinner
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

dominique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast outstanding
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Omar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good area close to the subway temples quite area good place to rest up.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff was really helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marilie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, very nice. we like the hotel and the staff was very helpfull
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

KeWei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent and affordable
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chup Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The free breakfast and dinner were excellent - good food! Staff were friendly and helpful. The only thing is the location is not very convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Marlyn

Breakfast was boring. The bathroom smells.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Humberto J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome price but very very strict, checking in a few mins before the official time, no, a bit over checkout they charge you. But tha said, price is so good that that makes sense.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

WAI YIP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thammajak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
OK Cool!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The biggest inconvenience is that most of the hotels and places in Japan don’t have people that speak English fluently so communicating with them is very difficult.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Weilin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel. Good location. Ok free dinner and breakfast which are miles better than most Hampton Inns (if you travel to US you know what I mean). Cleanliness would be 9 compared to Hampton Inn which would be around 6 (I am generous here). I spent about 120-150 nights in hotels world wide each year so I know a little. The only downside is the small space of the rooms. Then again, you can pay 4x or more and stay in Hilton’s or Marriott (I am top tier at both).
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Yutaka

Disliked: Cleanliness
ok
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Siu Po

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed was too hard for me. Asked for extra futon but was not available. Asked for a blanket and slept on top of the futon. Still too hard I felt like I was beaten up after two nights
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

MINGMING

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We paid for three people, but no third pillow blanket and slippers! Terrible ever hotel in Japan! And dinner just give tiny little rice, ask for refill, but they ask to pay 170yuan on rice!the worst service and condition for hotel ever!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ひとり旅で利用しました。 地下鉄駅から7分くらい？ バス停目の前ですが1時間に2本でした。 二食付き安価で予約でき 早くから食べれる朝食は良かったです。 夕食は定食かカレーで質素な感じです。 いつも歩き回って食べ損ねてしまう私にはにはよかったです。 もし京都旅行で行きたい飲食店があればそちらを優先した方が良いかもしれません。 学食のように長くテーブルを配置していて間隔が狭くとても出入りがしずらかったです。 せめて壁側からも通れるようにしてほしいです。 しかしながら大浴場も気持ちよいですし大満足です。 スタッフの方々もよいのでひとり旅の時には候補とさせて頂きます。
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
設備は古さがありますが、清掃が行き届いていました。 朝夕2食無料なのがありがたかったです。
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

hichirou

Liked: Staff & service
コスパ最高
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MASAAKI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
全て良かった！ 綿棒が欲しい！
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

RIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ホテルの立地は京都駅からも一駅で観光にも便利でした。必要最低限の設備は揃っていて快適に過ごしました。難を言えば部屋のユニットバスが狭く入り口に段差があり、出入りに手間取るぐらいですかね。でも、それを十分補う価格の安さで満足でした。朝食も夕食もついて、ついついホテルに早く帰ってきてしまうw。夕飯でお腹いっぱいになり、昼間歩いた疲れからを大浴場でゆっくり足を伸ばして癒やし、夜更かし等もせず寝てしまいました。規則正しい生活が送れますw。宅急便の発送等もできて便利でした。
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

kazuko

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
コスパの良いホテル。 食堂の職員の方がテキパキと元気で感じが良かったです💖
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

ヒロコ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
部屋はとても清潔な感じで良かったです。ただ電気のカギを指して点灯ですがカギを差し込んでも浮いてきて、中々点灯できませんでした。食事は無料でしたので企業努力を感じました。朝食は時間を間違えて8時半近くに行ったら余り残ってなく「終わりです！」と言われました。外国の方が閉めてあるのをくぐつてジュ－スを入れていましたが担当の男の方が見ていましたが何も言われませんでした。それを見ていてお茶がないのでせめて白湯をもらおうとしたら女性の方に言われました。残念でした。
Stayed 1 night in May 2026