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Umekoji Potel KYOTO

Property class: 4
4-star hotel near Kyoto Railway Museum

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A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a wooden ceiling, large windows, and a reception area.
A modern building with large glass windows offering a view of a lush garden.
A corridor with hanging paper lanterns and a view of a building in the background.
A spacious indoor area with seating arrangements, large windows, and a modern ceiling design.
A modern indoor space with a staircase, multiple tables and chairs, and large windows offering a view of greenery outside.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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15 Kankijicho Shimogyoku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8835
  • Place, Umekoji Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kyoto Aquarium
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kyoto Tower
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Twin Room with Bath, Garden View with Balcony, Non Smoking 31sqm, 2beds for 1-2 people

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, a chair, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

Twin Room with Bath, Garden View with Balcony, Non Smoking 31sqm, 2beds for 1-2 people

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Double Room with Shower, Park View with Balcony, Non Smoking 26sqm

A hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a view, and a balcony.

Double Room with Shower, Park View with Balcony, Non Smoking 26sqm

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Wood Flat Twin Room with Shower, Non Smoking 25sqm (Fixed Window)

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

Wood Flat Twin Room with Shower, Non Smoking 25sqm (Fixed Window)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Double Room with Bath, Garden View with Balcony, Non Smoking 31sqm

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a balcony with a city view, and a large window.

Double Room with Bath, Garden View with Balcony, Non Smoking 31sqm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Corner Twin Room with Bath, Garden View with Balcony, Non Smoking 36sqm, 2beds for 1-2 people

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, a chair, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

Corner Twin Room with Bath, Garden View with Balcony, Non Smoking 36sqm, 2beds for 1-2 people

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Twin Room with Shower, Park View with Balcony, Non Smoking 25sqm, 2beds for 1-2 people

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a large window with a city view.

Twin Room with Shower, Park View with Balcony, Non Smoking 25sqm, 2beds for 1-2 people

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Corner Twin Room with Shower, Park View with Balcony, Non Smoking 31sqm, 2beds for 1-2 people

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a large window with a city view.

Corner Twin Room with Shower, Park View with Balcony, Non Smoking 31sqm, 2beds for 1-2 people

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Wood Box Twin Room with Shower, Non Smoking 25sqm (Fixed Window)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, and a TV.

Wood Box Twin Room with Shower, Non Smoking 25sqm (Fixed Window)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Wood Flat Corner Twin Room with Shower, Non Smoking 29sqm (Fixed Window)

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

Wood Flat Corner Twin Room with Shower, Non Smoking 29sqm (Fixed Window)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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About the area

Kyoto

City center retreat .With a stay at this Shimogyo Ward hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Kyoto Railway Museum and 2 miles (3 km) of Kyoto Tower. Kawaramachi Street and Nijō Castle are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Umekoji Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Kyoto Aquarium - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Kyoto Railway Museum - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kyoto Tower - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Kawaramachi Street - 4 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station - 6 min walk
  • Kyoto Station - 14 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪UMEKOJI パークカフェ - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪市電カフェ - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪BOSSCHE - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪レストラン・休憩所 - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪古民家ラーメン ごま - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Umekoji Potel KYOTO

4-star hotel near Kyoto Railway Museum
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. Public spaces have free WiFi. Umekoji Potel KYOTO also features a rooftop terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Kyoto hotel is smoke free.

  • 144 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Umekoji Potel KYOTO offers 144 accommodations with safes and slippers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include bidets, hair dryers, and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Cribs/infant beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (JPY 2,500 per day)
  • Extended parking on site (JPY 2,500 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: JPY 4,500 for adults and JPY 2,250 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Dinner is not included in half board rates for children 3-6 years old, and dinner can be requested for JPY 1,900. Guests who wish to have dinner must contact the property 1 day prior to arrival.
Guests booked in Half Board rates must check-in by 7 PM to receive dinner. Dinner is served from 5-7 PM.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for JPY 1300 per day.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

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

  • Child's Club Card: JPY 2200 per night, (from 3 to 6 years old)
  • 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.

The listed mandatory club card fee covers facility fees for children.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 4500 for adults and JPY 2250 for children
  • Self parking fee: JPY 2500 per day
  • Extended parking fee: JPY 2500 per day
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: JPY 1300 per day

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 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 accepts credit cards and cash
Long-term renters welcome
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, and cash. Long-term renters welcome. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Umekoji Potel KYOTO Hotel
Umekoji Potel KYOTO Kyoto
Umekoji Potel KYOTO Hotel Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

How close is Umekoji Potel KYOTO to the airport?

Umekoji Potel KYOTO is 26.9 mi (52-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Umekoji Potel KYOTO?

As of Oct 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Umekoji Potel KYOTO on Oct 26, 2026 start from CA $297, 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 Umekoji Potel KYOTO have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Umekoji Potel KYOTO.

Does Umekoji Potel KYOTO offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Umekoji Potel KYOTO, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of JPY 4500 for adults and JPY 2250 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Umekoji Potel KYOTO?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Umekoji Potel KYOTO?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Umekoji Potel KYOTO?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for JPY 2500 per day. Extended parking is available for JPY 2500 per day.

Does Umekoji Potel KYOTO have a pool?

Umekoji Potel KYOTO does not have a pool.

Does Umekoji Potel KYOTO have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Umekoji Potel KYOTO have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Umekoji Potel KYOTO to downtown Kyoto?

Umekoji Potel KYOTO is 2.1 mi away from Kyoto.

Umekoji Potel KYOTO Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 266 out of 345 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 345 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 345 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 345 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 345 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great location close to Kyoto station. Good restaurants nearby as well
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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lovely hotel, kid friendly, extremely clean, staff super polite and the food was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excelent place
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great and friendly staff and a beautiful and peaceful hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent hotel. Comfortable, great amenities and good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved our stay here. Close to train station, great staff, rooms big. Recommend getting a balcony. Would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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One of the nicest hotels we've ever stayed at. Loved the shower, probably the best shower I've ever had.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent accommodation. Convenient to trains and buses and very comfortable and immaculate.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff are very helpful and accommodating. A++ will be coming back again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This hotel is amazing. My wife and I came to Japan for 2.5 weeks for our honeymoon and joked that the Potel was our home away from home, but it really was. Kyoto is amazing and we highly recommend this hotel for anyone looking for a sweet and modern hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly and helpful staff. Clean and comfortable room and reception
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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An amazing stay with a unique experience. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The space was clean and felt very Japanese.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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First trip to Japan and this hotel was great! One of the highlights was the view of the park from our room along with cherry blossoms!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great family hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing staff, very friendly. Location is walkable from station Recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Incredible staff, large rooms, very clean, so many cool amenities!!! Wish we could have stayed longer!!! If I ever go back to Kyoto, I will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Super clean, wonderful amenities, outstanding service and very good food.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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A FANTASTIC stay. It is luxury luxury luxury. You will feel well taken care of.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great service. Great everything
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was nice and clean and spacious. Great location by the park and aquarium. Friendly staff. Great breakfast with lots of American and Japanese choices. Easy drivable access to all attractions. Lots of extras in the hotel makes it for really nice time. I love the rooftop with a view. Enjoyed our stay and would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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What an amazing hotel!!!! Clean, spacious rooms, wonderful staff - lovely location! Would recommend the excellent breakfast that’s offered. Great free ammenities- reading room, onsen, traditional pyjamas, laundry, coffee/tea/drinks and snacks at any time….We will be back for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice hotel, rooms a bit small, didn’t like that the bathroom wasn’t separate (sink in the room, shower not closed off.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent venue, beautiful view and access to the park. Communal areas had access to complementary drinks and snacks, music room and games/reading area. Very relaxing time for me and the family.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The atmosphere of the entire hotel is clean and restful. The view of the park was fantastic and the staff were very friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025