Posted on Apr 25, 2026
云博
This is a venerable super five-star hotel with an excellent location, though it's a bit out of the city center, making it quite inconvenient for getting to sights, attractions, and dining. However, the hotel shuttle bus to Kyoto Station is a lifesaver. The hotel was renovated a few years ago, but it still retains its 40+ years of history and luxurious decor, now blended with modern, clean design elements. Charging facilities and hygiene are excellent. I would definitely stay here again!
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Price per night from:€34
Posted on Jun 9, 2026
Guest UserWhen we chose this hotel, we saw pictures and videos that made us think it was a resort estate, but it's not. There's very little to see inside the hotel; I could walk through the entire property in 5 minutes. Secondly, the hotel advertises natural hot springs, but the public ones reek of disinfectant as soon as you walk in, which is very unpleasant. The room itself was okay and had character, and the bathtub was very large with a pleasant woody scent when bathing. Finally, the breakfast – honestly, the taste was just mediocre. I wouldn't choose this hotel again at the same price point.
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Price per night from:€679
Posted on Jun 29, 2026
MianhuI booked a king-sized bed room, but when I arrived at the hotel, I was told only twin rooms were available. After some discussion, they changed it to a twin room. The mini-fridge snacks in the room were all complimentary. You can also enjoy the hot springs for free in the evening, though I didn't get around to trying it. About 80% of the guests were Westerners, and the housekeeping staff were all from Southeast Asia. The hotel staff's attitude was excellent, which I really appreciated, but I noticed their attitude was even better towards Western guests... Most people walking around seemed to be Western tourists. The hotel isn't too far from nearby attractions; walking to Shijo and Kiyomizu-dera Temple is quite manageable. If you have the means, you could hire a car to visit other attractions, but it's not very friendly for those with luggage, as the sidewalks are incredibly narrow and you have to dodge both cars and people.
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Price per night from:€117
Posted on Jun 18, 2026
Fernando Ilham Pratama⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Value Stay in Kyoto
I had a pleasant stay at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma. The location is convenient, with easy access to public transportation, making it simple to explore Kyoto’s major attractions and nearby areas.
The room was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, providing everything needed for a relaxing stay after a day of sightseeing. One of the best features is the excellent value for money, especially considering the facilities and services provided.
The staff were friendly and helpful throughout my stay, and the check-in/check-out process was smooth. The complimentary meals were a nice bonus and helped keep travel costs down.
Overall, this hotel is a great choice for travelers looking for affordable accommodation in Kyoto without sacrificing comfort and convenience. I would happily stay here again on my next visit to Kyoto.
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Posted on Jan 16, 2026|Executive Twin -Non Smoking
Guest UserThe room was very quiet, and the blackout curtains worked perfectly. The staff were super friendly and helpful; they even offered me an umbrella when it rained without asking for my room number, which was a lovely gesture and reminded me of the grand service of yesteryear. It's an easy walk to the bustling downtown area. Right next to the hotel is Foguang Temple, which has two huge ginkgo trees and is surprisingly peaceful with hardly any tourists.
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Price per night from:€61
Posted on Aug 11, 2026|Premium Floor Twin(Renovated In 2023)
Fion1122If you're traveling with kids to Kyoto and Nara, this hotel is hands down the best choice!
1. It's directly opposite Kyoto Station, making transportation to all surrounding areas super convenient. You can walk to the train or JR station, and there's an indoor walkway right across the street from the hotel, so you won't get hot or sunburnt.
2. There are tons of dining options nearby, so you don't even need to venture out to areas like Shijo. There are also a few shopping malls.
3. Make sure to book the newly renovated room type. They are fresh and clean, and the rooms are spacious – essential when traveling with children.
4. We booked a twin room and stayed with our 8-year-old child; the hotel confirmed there was no extra charge.
5. Do note that check-out is at 11 AM. We didn't realize and left at 12 PM, which incurred a 2,000 yen charge. Just be mindful of the time!
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Price per night from:€31
Posted on May 1, 2026|Superior Double Room
Anonymous UserWe are highly recommend to stay in this hotel, while the location, room size, cleanliness, design, and service are excellent. Moreover, the breakfast style is enough to choose, you can either enjoy in western or Japanese style breakfast per day. And we have encountered a traffic jam issue when we are coming back from Nara Station, something bad happened and the train was suddenly stopped. So we cannot be able to back to hotel on time for retrieving our packed luggages in room. We called to the hotel and explained this unexpected situation. The staffs show understand and offered free late check out one more hour for us, we know it is not easy to have free late check out at Japan but they did treat us so well. Thank you so much, we appreciated and we will stay in future as well. Thank you!
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Price per night from:€130
Posted on Jun 15, 2026|Standard Twin Room Smoking
Guest UserThis hotel boasts a prime location right in the heart of Kyoto's JR transportation hub. It's incredibly easy to find – just turn right out of Kyoto Station, walk about 100 meters, and take the elevator up to the second floor. You can also access the hotel directly from inside the station. The surrounding area is bustling with plenty of shopping and dining options, and both subway and bus stations are very close by, making getting around a breeze. The hotel itself is well-equipped with all the necessary facilities, and the rooms are spacious, some even offering scenic views. Highly recommended!
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Price per night from:€95
Posted on Jun 16, 2026
Guest UserGood location near by station
Will be easier who use JR line
Room is clean, enough big for 2ppl, kind staffs
Food was good but little bit low rate than other ryokan.
교토역에서 한정거장 떨어진 곳에 위치해잇어요
욕탕도, 객실 상태도 다 좋아요
음식은 나쁘진 않지만 후쿠오카 료칸들에 비해 조금 아쉽고 조식은 뷔페식으로 살짝 정신없었어요
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Price per night from:€82
Posted on Mar 12, 2026
Anonymous User
The concierge team is really resourceful and helpful when we asked about luggage delivery service, thumbs up for their service. Just love everything about the hotel, excellent hospitality, great location, beautiful design, spacious room, comfortable bed and etc. Breakfast with huge selection including some Thai dishes, crispy bacons ever, just amazing. It was really great value for the money, highly recommended!
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Price per night from:€211