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The Pocket Hotel Kyoto Shijokarasuma

3.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Nishiki Market

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Exterior
Lobby
Shower, slippers, towels, toilet paper
Lobby
Free WiFi

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Free WiFi

Private Single Room with Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi

Private Hollywood Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi

Private Step Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi

[Female Only] Private Bunk Bed Room with Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi

Private Bunk Bed Room with Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi

[Female Only] Private Single Room with Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi

Private Connecting Bunk Bed Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi

[Female Only] Private Hollywood Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi

[Female Only] Private Step Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Kyoto, a neighborhood in Kyoto, The Pocket Hotel Kyoto Shijokarasuma is in the entertainment district. Nishiki Market and Nijō Castle are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Gion Corner and Kyoto Imperial Palace are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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474 Setoyacho, Nishikikoji-sagaru, Yanaginobanba-dori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 604-8122

What's nearby

  • Nishiki Market - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Gion Corner - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Nijō Castle - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 8 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Karasuma Station - 6 min walk
  • Karasuma Oike Station - 13 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪スヌーピー茶屋 京都錦店 (Snoopy Chaya) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪元蔵 (Genzo) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪大衆食堂 てんぐ大ホール 京都四条通店 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Pocket Hotel Kyoto Shijokarasuma

Hotel near Nishiki Market
Located close to Gion Corner and Nijō Castle, The Pocket Hotel Kyoto Shijokarasuma has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • English breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
  • A vending machine, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 147 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and toilet paper
  • Heating and housekeeping

Languages

English, Japanese

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

  • Weekday English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: JPY 450 for adults and JPY 450 for children

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Detached shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The name on the booking must match the name on the passport.

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from April 1 2025 to March 31 2027 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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 not available
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 200-10,000 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 English breakfast: approximately JPY 450 for adults and JPY 450 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

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

POCKET HOTEL Kyoto-Shijokarasuma
POCKET Kyoto-Shijokarasuma
THE POCKET HOTEL Kyoto Shijokarasuma

Frequently asked questions

Is The Pocket Hotel Kyoto Shijokarasuma pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Pocket Hotel Kyoto Shijokarasuma?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Pocket Hotel Kyoto Shijokarasuma?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Pocket Hotel Kyoto Shijokarasuma?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Pocket Hotel Kyoto Shijokarasuma located?

Located in Downtown Kyoto, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Nishiki Market and Gion Corner. Nijō Castle and Kyoto Imperial Palace are also within 2 mi (3 km). Karasuma Oike Station is 13 minutes by foot and Shiyakusho-mae Station is 14 minutes.

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The Pocket Hotel Kyoto Shijokarasuma Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 346 out of 548 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 168 out of 548 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 548 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 548 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 548 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Josee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing and lots of ammimnities also
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Great location, comfortable room, would stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Easy check in and very clean property within walking distance to many things
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

JEONGHWAN

Liked: Amenities
It was good and there are many sites to visit nearby
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Camp

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

Great location and staff

Great location, extremely polite staff, they showed me how to use the facilities, 10/10 would stay here again my next time in Kyoto
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, close to food and shops and train stations.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharniethy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay for tourist cheap and nice location for solo trips or with a friend very nice people in the area as well
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good option for stay some days.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel for the price! Super good location and nice amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All automated but staff available with a bell. Excellent washing and drying facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

JOHNNIE K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is clean, conveniently located and cheap
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and location is very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Excellent location

Excellent location. There is not a tablet equipped in the room anymore but still can check shower room vacancy via web.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yuanlung

Everything is good, highly recommend this hotel if you do not mind the space.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed for 4 days and really enjoyed the clean spaces, good amenities like coin laundry amd microwave, and small things like good shampoo and soap in the shower, free to use. It's like a very fancy, very clean hostel where you get your own room.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing! Clean spaces, amenities offered, privacy was top, everything was great. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exactly what we needed to have a comfortable place to sleep and relax in between hikes and walking the city. Shared bathrooms and showers were surprisingly good!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yi Xuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and cheap accom for single and couples. It is walkable to Nishiki market.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
it was good clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Small room but really clean and tidy. Share bathroom and toliet always has staffs cleaning up , surprisingly totally not messy
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kondo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel's location was very useful. And price was very reasonable. Also staff was helped my booking trouble that I'm appreciating to staffs.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elijah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good drinking
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Guillaume

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel. Very clean and they even supplied pyjamas for your stay. Will definitely recommend. 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

candy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to Nishiki Market literally next to it. And 10 min walk to Fresca supermarket to buy other things like Alcoholic drink.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024