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Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo

3.0 star property
City centre hotel within easy reach of Nijō Castle

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Triple Room, Non Smoking
Reception
Exterior
Front of property
Staircase
Experience the charm of Kyoto at Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo, where warm hospitality and modern comforts await. Guests appreciate the helpful staff, dry cleaning services, luggage storage, free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour front desk.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (10)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Vending machine
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Reception hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Fridge
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout curtains
The current price is €39
9 Jun - 10 Jun

Room options

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Single Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Private bathroom
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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Quadruple Room, Non Smoking

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Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Single Beds

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Semi-Double Room, Non Smoking (120cm bed, 2 guests only)

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Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Private bathroom
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed

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Triple Room, Non Smoking

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Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Beds

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Double Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Private bathroom
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, Non Smoking

Twin Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Private bathroom
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

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Semi Double Room - Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin - Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Standard Double - Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room - Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Royal Twin - Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Map
59-61 Nishinotoin, Shijo, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8494

What's nearby

  • Nijō Castle - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Kyoto Tower - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Gion Corner - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 5 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 53 min drive
  • Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.) - 91 min drive
  • Karasuma Station - 5 min walk
  • Omiya Station - 6 min walk
  • Shijo-omiya Station - 7 min walk
  • Nijojo-mae Station - 14 min walk
  • Gojo Station - 15 min walk
  • Karasuma Oike Station - 15 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪京都肉食堂 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪HAMBURG LABO‐ハンバーグラボ‐ - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪タンメンと餃子 KIBARU - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪クロワ・ルース - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪赤まる - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo

Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Shijo Street and Nishiki Market. For a bite to eat, guests can visit 2F朝食会場, which serves Japanese cuisine and is open for breakfast. Also, Kiyomizu Temple and Pontocho Alley are a short five-minute drive away. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff. Public transportation is only a short walk: Nijojo-mae Station is 14 minutes and Gojo Station is 15 minutes.

Languages

English, Japanese

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 140 rooms
    • Arranged over 8 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age – 19
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 19
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Children

    • One child (5 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No on-site parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10 AM

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 10 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1990
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Lift

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 26-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels
  • Films for purchase

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Down duvet
  • Blackout curtains
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep-soaking bath
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge

More

  • Weekly housekeeping
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided

Special features

Dining

2F朝食会場 – This restaurant specialises in Japanese cuisine and only serves breakfast.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 200–1,000 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.

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 1200 for adults and JPY 1200 for children

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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.
In accordance with national/local laws, air conditioning may be restricted to certain hours from 19 October until 08 April.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Housekeeping service is provided every 4 days.

Also known as

Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo
Smile Kyoto-shijo
Smile Hotel Kyoto shijo
Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo Hotel
Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo Kyoto
Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo Hotel Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo?

Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Nijō Castle (0.9 mi) and Gion Corner (1.3 mi), along with Kyoto Tower (1.4 mi) and Kyoto Imperial Palace (1.7 mi).

Does Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep-soaking bath.

What's the area around Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo like?

Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo is in Shimogyo Ward, a short 5-minute walk from Karasuma Station and 10 minutes' walk from Nishiki Market.

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Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast buffet offered a variety of food options at a nice price. (9 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

It was nice and pleasant stay for us
3-night trip

10/10

Pretty decent hotel that is close to train stations and restaurants.
2-night trip

10/10

Had a great time!
3-night trip

10/10

Amazing location with convenient access to the metro and many restaurant and grocery stores at walking distance.
3-night trip

10/10

Surprisingly big room! Good location as well.
2-night trip

8/10

Our stay at the Smile Hotel was great. Breakfast offered had a wide selection which changed daily. The place was clean and was conveniently located to travel places.
3-night trip

6/10

Nice clean and convenient location for transportation staff r courteous
2-night trip

10/10

Everything was great.
4-night trip

10/10

Staff is very helpful. Laundry is available on one of the floors. Room cleaning did a great job.
4-night trip

10/10

I love the location which is close to Nishiki Market and the bus stop. Very safe neighborhood for a solo traveler and the staff is very helpful. Tanaka san was very helpful when I called over the telephone about my checkin with my limited Japanese proficiency.
3-night trip

6/10

The hotel staff is great, friendly and helpful. The installations, room bathroom breakfast area all are outdated and in need of a renovation. The rooms are very small, not inviting so you would need a lounge, a space to hang out but this hotel doesn’t have none.
4-night trip

8/10

Good basic accommodation. Good value.
2-night trip

8/10

Largest room I have seen in japan
2-night trip

6/10

Great staff but hotel itself needs a bit of an upgrade. Perfectly satisfactory though and convenient location
3-night trip

10/10

The rooms were very clean. Just enough space for luggage and hanging out in the room. Washrooms were clean and the tub was a nice size. The area is very convenient. Family Mart just around the corner. Not too far from Kyoto station, or the local subway.
4-night trip

10/10

Spacious room for 3. Near to Nishiki market and subway station but 40mins walk to Kyoto station. Bus stop across the road to bring you to Kiyomizu Temple
3-night trip

10/10

Honestly in a perfect area
3-night trip

10/10

Very nice experience
5-night trip

10/10

Simplicity and price
2-night trip

8/10

Clean tidy. Staff helpful. Room is quite small as is the bed.
1-night trip

6/10

Is a old hotel with old features . The breakfast is terrible. If you have the money you should stay in any other hotel in kyoto
3-night trip

6/10

The hotel is average. first day we had the breakfast, food was cold. I think someone informed the staff re. Cold breakfast because they added the warmer the next day. Breakfast has lots of selection but if you stay more than 4 days, it will be monotonous. Super grocery store is just infront of the hotel with lots of great selection. Bust stop is few steps in front of the hotel and convenient to got to different attractions.
3-night trip

6/10

Everything was fine except only three laundry machines and only one laundry machine has security. In a very crowded location.
5-night trip

8/10

Nice sized room. Booked a room with 4 single beds and one was a cot which wasn’t ideal for an adult, but we were only there for 2 nights so we just managed with it. Good allergen labeling of breakfast food - would have liked more hot food options that weren’t meat and fish but again, we managed. Cleanliness seemed ok for any touch points. There was some mildewy areas in the bathroom corners, etc.
2-night trip

2/10

I did not stay at the property. I reserved on line and walked directly over. The staff was surly and non comprehending. I cancelled my booking within half an hour of making it. I did not stay there and was charged $417 for a room I never used. I would appreciate your help in having my money refunded!
3-night trip