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Smile Hotel Kyoto karasumagojo

2.5 star property
Travelers enjoy a straightforward, satisfying stay with easy access to Kyoto's attractions like Nishiki Market, where convenience meets comfort

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Smile Hotel Kyoto karasumagojo is within walking distance of Kyoto Tower and Nishiki Market. It offers practical amenities like laundry facilities, free in-room WiFi, and luggage storage. The 24-hour front desk ensures assistance is always available.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Double Room, Non Smoking (with sofa) | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Non Smoking (with sofa)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Deep soaking bathtub
Toilet with electronic bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Twin Room, Non Smoking | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Deep soaking bathtub
Toilet with electronic bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Japanese Twin Room, Non Smoking | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese Twin Room, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Deep soaking bathtub
Toilet with electronic bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Toilet with electronic bidet
Private bathroom
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double room [with bench seat], Non-smoking | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double room [with bench seat], Non-smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Toilet with electronic bidet
Private bathroom
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Connecting room [with sofa] , Non-smoking | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Connecting room [with sofa] , Non-smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Deep soaking bathtub
Toilet with electronic bidet
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Deep soaking bathtub
Toilet with electronic bidet
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room - Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room　with Bench Seat - Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Bed Room Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room With Sofa Seat - Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 3

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese Two Beds Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Shimogyo Ward, a neighborhood in Kyoto, is home to Smile Hotel Kyoto karasumagojo. Nishiki Market and Yasaka Shrine are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Kawaramachi Street and Shijo Street. Kyoto Aquarium and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden are also worth visiting. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
Map
396-3 Osakacho, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8177

What's nearby

  • 京都市四条河原町交差点の夜の景観。
    Kawaramachi Street
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • 京都タワー
    Kyoto Tower
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kyoto Station, Kyoto, Japan Oct. 8th, 2008
    Kyoto Station Building
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kyoto_NishikiMarket_6258971_08
    Nishiki Market
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Higashi Honganji Temple
    4 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Gojo Station
    1 min walk
  • Kyoto Station
    10 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM)
    58 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    3 min walk
  • CoCo壱番屋 烏丸五条店
    4 min walk
  • 蕎麦の実よしむら (Sobanomi Yoshimura)
    3 min walk
  • スペインバル Santres
    1 min walk
  • 糖太朗
    3 min walk

About this property

Smile Hotel Kyoto karasumagojo

Hotel near Kawaramachi Street
Close to Kyoto Tower and Nishiki Market, Smile Hotel Kyoto karasumagojo provides amenities like laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage, and a vending machine
  • An elevator, a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All 108 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and toilets with electronic bidets
  • Refrigerators, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • 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 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 1,200 for adults and JPY 1,200 for children

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
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 1200 for adults and JPY 1200 for children

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, 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 accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

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

Property is also known as

SUPER HOTEL KARASUMA-GOJO
SUPER KYOTO KARASUMA-GOJO
SUPER KARASUMA-GOJO
Smile Kyoto Karasumagojo Kyoto
Super Hotel Kyoto Karasuma Gojo
Smile Hotel Kyoto karasumagojo Hotel
Smile Hotel Kyoto karasumagojo Kyoto
Smile Hotel Kyoto karasumagojo Hotel Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Is Smile Hotel Kyoto karasumagojo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Smile Hotel Kyoto karasumagojo?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Smile Hotel Kyoto karasumagojo?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Smile Hotel Kyoto karasumagojo located?

Located in Shimogyo Ward, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Higashi Honganji Temple and Kawaramachi Street. Kyoto Tower and Shijo Street are also within 15 minutes. Gojo Station is only a 2-minute walk and Kujo Station is 21 minutes.

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Reviews

Smile Hotel Kyoto karasumagojo Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 160 out of 385 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 385 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 385 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 385 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 385 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Irvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service from the staff was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, good breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Fayyaad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable. Bathroom was a bit small and a microwave could be desired but otherwise, everything else was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Rebekah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great weekend break location

The staff were very friendly. Great location for seeing Kyoto. Looks a little tired but perfect for a short stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, staff very nice. Didnt have breakfast there.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was so friendly definitely we will come back to this hotel in our future visits
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location！Easy check in and check out. The breakfast was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephanie

Very central, close to ammenities, train station and walkable to some sites. Clean room, confortable beds, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and safe place. Close to kyoto station. The price and the quality both are good.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location for transportation options. Japanese style room was comfortable and clean. The breakfast had a solid range of options but might not be good value for vegetarian guests. Free drinks in the lobby is a nice addition!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

saruhen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are helpful, quality service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

YAN-JUN

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Good location

The location is great-it’s easy to walk to Kyoto Station. Convenience stores are nearby.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaiyi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was in a very convenient location and had good service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vaidas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel for low price, good location, metro station just behind the corner
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice simple and easy

Good room, clean, good amenities. Only downside was there was 1 lift for the whole hotel so spent lots of time waiting around for it. But the location was great and check in and luggage store was easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff in restaurant
Stayed 13 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, very clean and quiet, centrally located, just a few minutes walk to bus and subway stations. Extra thumbs up for having a washing machine in the room (dries too).
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location and value

Good location and right next to a train station. Many good restaurants nearby. Room was quite cozy, especially the bathroom. Clean, provided fresh towels daily. If you booked to include breakfast, it's quite ample. Amenities (toothbrush, sleeping gown, slippers, etc) provided. Would probably stay again. Staff was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Johnathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Excellent overall for the price! Convenient, clean and quiet. Does the job. Fantastic breakfast service for only 1000 yen that was better than many restaurants we went to Only thing that bothered me was that there is only one very cramped elevator so you are often crammed inside of it or waiting for a while before it clears up. There are stairs however
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Fiona

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fine location only 15 min waking from Kyoto main station and very close to Gojo station taking us to other places in Kyoto with ease. The room was nothing special, seemed kind of standard for Japan. However, we had hoped for a little bit more modern facilities in our room and for the level of cleanliness of especially the bedding to be better. Staff was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Millie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was a bit smaller than I expected, but that might have been my mistake in booking the wrong type. Very convenient location (right next to Gojo Station Exit 8). All the staff were are very nice and helpful. Coin laundry is on same floor as the reception so it was a little awkward to have to walk past the front desk each time. There is also only elevator so it's a bit inconvenient to use. But overall, it was a pretty nice hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Shruti

It was not the most comfortable stay. My room was insanely tiny. No toiletries etc were provided. Breakfast was difficult as a vegetarian coz there were basically no food options. Overall just about average experience
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Three-night stay in Gojo

Stayed for three nights. Staff are helpful and cheerful. The hotel is at Gojo, a bit far away from the hustling city centre, good for those who are looking for a quiet environment. Right next to the exit of Gojo metro station, convenient. Cleanliness requires improvement as some small insects are found in the room during our stay. Room is less spacious than expected. I was unable to fully open my luggage. Simple buffet breakfast provided, but if you visit the restaurant after 8:30am, not much food is left. Also used the coin laundry machine & drying machine. There were only two set of machines so you’ll have to wait for your turn.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

bathroom hard to get into

Hotel was good, great location next to station, staff were excellent. The room I had bathroom was awkward impossible to get in and out of bathroom without twisting legs and knees. I stayed in hotels of all levels all over Japan. I never had any had a design like this. The size of bathroom small, that did not matter and can be normal in Japan. It was the toilet on an angle in front of the door open and make it impossible to get into the bathroom. I stayed in placew where bathroom is same size and smaller but they all be able to get in easily. Annoying thing is I was there 10 nights so make it super hard. I booked 2 moths out and paid double price, it not worth double price. At normal price it a good place.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Pouya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great service and location. Good bang for ur buck.

Amazing location, only 1 station from Kyoto station whereas the station entrance is literally next door to the hotel. Surrounded by restaurants and conbinis a stones throw away. The service from the various staff at the hotel was also top tier. The breakfast was nothing special, has your typical Japanese items. The room itself was spacious for what I paid for and clean. Also had a few interesting quirks like a desk, an ethernet plug + cord, a printer of sorts, and a flashlight attached to the bed frame. What bothered me slightly was the fact that the door was maybe an inch off the ground, i.e. the sound and light from the corridor easily leaked in and I could imagine that it would also leak out quite easily. Additionally, the room window was immediately pointed at the next building a little over a meter away, not much to look at really. Might have been just my room that was the closest to the elevator but these are the main reason for why I could not give 5 stars. Other than that I had quite a pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024