Hotel Kuu Kyoto

Property class: 3

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Located close to Higashi Honganji Temple and Kyoto Tower, Hotel Kuu Kyoto provides laundry facilities, a sauna, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is ₩148,698
₩163,568 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a television mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a small bedside table with a clock, and a window with curtains.

Superior Twin

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a desk, chair, TV, air conditioning unit, and a bathroom with a mirror and sink.

Superior Double

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Futon

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and an air conditioning unit.

Deluxe Twin

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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

A hotel room with two beds, a TV on a desk, and a large window with a view of traditional architecture.

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a window with a view of traditional buildings.

Family Suite (Hongwanji View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 3 Twin Futons

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Twin Room Temple View With Extra-bed

  • Sleeps 3

View all photos for Superior Double Room With Extra Bedding

Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Superior Double Room With Extra Bedding

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Futon

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, a small table, and a window with a view of traditional architecture.

Deluxe Quadruple Room with Tatami Floor and Temple View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 2 Large Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons

View all photos for Standard King room, Non-smoking (KUU Standard Double Bed Width 180cm)

Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard King room, Non-smoking (KUU Standard Double Bed Width 180cm)

  • Sleeps 3

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About the neighborhood

Located in Shimogyo Ward, a neighborhood in Kyoto, Hotel Kuu Kyoto is near a metro station. Kyoto Tower and Nishiki Market are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Kawaramachi Street. Higashi Honganji Temple and Kiyomizu Temple are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
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58 Shokuya-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 6008158

What's nearby

  • A brightly lit urban street at night with illuminated buildings and a tree-lined sidewalk.
    Kawaramachi Street
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A cityscape at dusk with a prominent tower, modern buildings, and a well-lit train station.
    Kyoto Tower
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A modern train station with a glass facade and a covered pedestrian walkway.
    Kyoto Station Building
    7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A bustling indoor market with various shops and stalls.
    Nishiki Market
    5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Higashi Honganji Temple
    1 min walk - 0.2 km

Getting around

  • Kyoto Station
    5 min walk
  • Gojo Station
    5 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX)
    88 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Hotel Kuu Kyoto

  • Hotel near Higashi Honganji Temple
  • Located close to Kyoto Tower and Kawaramachi Street, Hotel Kuu Kyoto provides laundry facilities, a sauna, and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a 24-hour front desk
    • Multilingual staff, free newspapers, and luggage storage
    • Concierge services, a front-desk safe, and a vending machine
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Hotel Kuu Kyoto feature thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Pillowtop mattresses and down comforters
    • Bidets and hair dryers
    • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
    • Refrigerators, free tea bags/instant coffee, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: JPY 2,800 to 2,800 for adults and JPY 950 to 1,500 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 2017
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are available for JPY 4000.0 per night

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. 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.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 2800 to 2800 for adults, and JPY 950 to 1500 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: JPY 4000.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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.

We should mention

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
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Kuu Kyoto pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Kuu Kyoto?

As of Sep 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Kuu Kyoto on Sep 30, 2026 start from ₩148,698, 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.

How much is parking?

Hotel Kuu Kyoto doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Hotel Kuu Kyoto?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hotel Kuu Kyoto?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Hotel Kuu Kyoto located?

Located in Shimogyo Ward, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Higashi Honganji Temple, Kawaramachi Street, and Kyoto Tower. Nishiki Market and Kiyomizu Temple are also within 2 mi (3 km). Gojo Station is 5 minutes by foot and Kujo Station is 17 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel Kuu Kyoto Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 488 out of 608 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 608 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 608 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 608 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 608 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and well laid out, public bath in the hotel was a great experience
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful view, great breakfast, lovely Onsen
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Really enjoyed our stay. Good value for such a central location. We enjoyed the public bath. Was also helpful having coin laundry available on site. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous location opposite the temple and close to the tower and Kyoto transport hubs. Hotel is lovely with gorgeous atmosphere and friendly staff. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this hotel. The staff were so kind, always smiling and happy to help. The location was great and easy to access Kyoto station and a convenient bus stop. Very comfortable beds. I was genuinely sad to leave
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Kuu is a small well located hotel with very friendly, helpful staff. I visit Kyoto twice a year and always stay at the Kuu. They offer a very good breakfast and I especially like the public bathes located on the property.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tattoo friendly Onsen, amazing breakfast, wonderful staff and nice, spacious rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Convenient location close to kyoto station , the public baths where relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Big and comfortable beds, lovely onsen and great staff. Perfect location within walking distance to many interesting places. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located for shopping and fine restaurants. Staff were very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I checked in around 2pm and was warmly welcomed by two friendly and professional staff members. They went above and beyond to assist with arranging my airport transfer, which was greatly appreciated. The room was lovely, spotlessly clean, and the bed was very comfortable. The hotel is also in a fantastic location, making it easy to get around. A wonderful stay and I would happily return.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and friendly staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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If you’re coming to Kyoto, STAY HERE! It has the perfect mix of traditional ryokan style and modern amenities, plus the onsen is amazing! The staff were all very helpful and allowed me into the onsen even with tattoos. The staff also provided a lot of optional free tours like their bus service which takes you around the popular temples of Kyoto! Next vacation we are definitely staying here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing hotel and staff! We will defiantly be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great and very helpful staff!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, temple right across, beautiful. Very good breakfast. Great staff. Room is a bit on a smaller side and the bed is very hard, but overall the stay was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, nice rooms, sento on site, buffet breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Food is excellent. I love the location and the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel! Walkable distance from Kyoto train station. Directly across from a beautiful Temple. Staff was very attentive and friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff! small rooms. Could change up the breakfast.... had the same thing for 4 days.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Staff wonderful, room lovely, breakfast also very good. Excellent location within walking distance of train station.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean room and onsen.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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This location is extremely good. Close to the station - and within walking distance from most things - like Fushimi Inari and Kiyomizu-dera and from there an easy walk to Nishiki Market and others. And while having your breakfast in the hotel - you can enjoy the view to Higashi Hongan-ji across the road. And do yourself a favor -and vist the Shoseien Garden 200m away. Beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean confortable room, friendly staff, good location and great price
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff who were extremely helpful. Good amenities. Quite area.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026