APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, 6-minute walk to Kyoto Tower

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Front of property
Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace
Laundry room
Buffet
Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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806, Minami Fudodocho, Shiokoji-sagaru, Nishinotoin dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8234
  • Place, Kyoto Station Building
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kyoto Tower
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

Single Room, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(61 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Twin Room, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Double Room, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Triple Room, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Located in Shimogyo Ward, APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Kyoto Tower and Kawaramachi Street. Each of the 193 rooms at this 3-star hotel includes a refrigerator, an electric kettle, and an LCD TV.

What's nearby

  • Kyoto Station Building - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kyoto Tower - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Umekoji Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kyoto Aquarium - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kawaramachi Street - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Kyoto Station - 3 min walk
  • Gojo Station - 15 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪美々卯 JR京都伊勢丹店 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪カフェ・ベローチェ - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪せいろ料理葵茶屋 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mollette 京都伊勢丹店 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪京都和久傳 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae

Hotel with a restaurant, 6-minute walk to Kyoto Tower
At APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and laundry facilities. Self parking is offered for JPY 2000 per night. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage and securing valuables. This smoke-free hotel also has a vending machine.
Guests can expect 50-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds sport premium bedding and down comforters, and bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, electric kettles, and desks. Housekeeping is available on request.

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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

  • Self parking on site (JPY 2,000 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: JPY 1,800 for adults and JPY 900 for children
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • party banquethall Garden

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

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 (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 11 floors
  • Built in 1999
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: JPY 1000

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: JPY 1000

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • 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.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 1800 for adults and JPY 900 for children
  • Self parking fee: JPY 2000 per night
  • Early check-in fee: JPY 1000 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: JPY 1000 (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPay, Merpay, and R Pay
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash.
  • Mobile payment options include: PayPay, Merpay, and R Pay.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae?

APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see near APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae?

This hotel is situated in Shimogyo Ward within a short 6-minute walk of Kyoto Tower and also 12 minutes on foot from Kawaramachi Street. You'll also find Nishiki Market and Shijo Street within a short drive.

Is there parking available at APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae?

Yes, parking is offered for JPY 2,000 per night. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Does APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae include a casino at the property?

No, APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include in-room massages, a soaking tub, and premium bedding.

Are there hot tubs at APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at party banquethall Garden.

Does APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae.

Does APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae?

The closest major airport to APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae is Itami Airport (ITM), which is 27.1 mi away (53 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae.

APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 460 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 344 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 124 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1003 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Madison

Very p
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

YUEN TAK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, quiet. Good staff services.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast very nice, providing regional foods, freshly prepared. Rooms and the hotel in general was spotless! Staff was very helpful and patient!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Clive

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Did not have breakfast. No car
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jane

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fangfang

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in is electronic, easy to use, very quick. Nice but not very friendly luggage storage staff, but super efficient. Room clean, the mattress is too soft for me.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thao

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

Budget friendly without getting lost.

After my last trip to Kyoto I find it best for new travelers to just stay near the station. That way you can explore to your hearts content without worrying about getting lost. As if you do just hop on any bus and head back to the station and your hotel. So this location hit the mark it’s close to the station and near a 7-11 so getting snacks are convenient. The check in easy and the rooms aren’t the biggest but for t budget friendly option it big enough. It’s clean and the beds are on platforms allowing us to story luggage under the bed. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Debora

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
We stayed in four hotels in Japan and this was by far our least favorite and most expensive (but we loved Kyoto). Be aware that this is an unserviced hotel. So no one came in to clean up, they just put a bag of towels, etc on our door each day. After three days our trash cans were overflowing (pic). We asked the front desk for more water and they refused saying only one bottle per visit, no matter how many days. The room was on the second floor and had a view of nothing but another building (pic). There was a thin door in the wall (fire escape?) that allowed all of the noise from the b1 dining room to come in to the room (pic). They had no coffee or tea service in the lobby/dining, just instant packets in the room. In the morning, the hallway was strewn with trash, laundry, linens, etc.(pic) instead of using maid carts to service each room one at a time. We paid much less in Tokyo, Odawara and shizuoka and got MUCH more. Unless you are a business person looking for a place close to the train station for one night, don't bother... Stay somewhere on the JR line further from the station. You'll spend less and have a better stay.
Noisy door!
Morning hallway
3 days of no servicing, not even to empty the trash!
Our view of a wall
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall a good experience. As expected services were consistent.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Paige

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ariel

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Andres

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms but to smals good place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona, Coquitlam

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very conveniently located a minute walk away from kyoto station. People complain that the hotel is small, but a friendly reminder that youre in japan and not paying much to stay at an APA hotel. It's literally for leaving your luggage, showering, and sleeping. Your day is meant to be spent outdoors exploring or tending to business. For what we paid, it was more than enough, clean, quick check in and out. Rooms were clean and swrvice was good. We tried out a non APA hotel around the same price range in a different city and it was a huge regret.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. I noticed my drapes need a wash. That’s my only comment
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

francis

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay here again. Given it's location near Kyoto station this was an excellent place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALFONSO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service, amazing breakfast selection
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Easy access to train station hop on hop off bus and shops. Room clean and fresh towels everyday.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

NEIL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was in a good walking distance from the main train station. It was clean with good facilities. The staff were kind, helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay was outstanding!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Hiromichi

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

janelle

Traveled with family and small children
The room is so tiny so if you have big luggage you have to find a way to make it fit. The breakfast has a lot of option and the parking is easy to find.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025