HOTEL ARU KYOTO

Property class: 3

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A buffet with various food items, including meats, cheeses, and fruits.
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A rooftop terrace with a view of a cityscape during sunset.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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48 dikokuchou nakagyouku, Kyoto, kyoto, 604-8031
  • Place, Pontocho Alley
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Nishiki Market
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Economy Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Standard Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Deluxe Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Basic Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Located in Downtown Kyoto, HOTEL ARU KYOTO is next to popular attractions like Pontocho Alley and Kawaramachi Street. This 55-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, dry cleaning/laundry services, and laundry facilities.

What's nearby

  • Pontocho Alley - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kiyamachi Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kawaramachi Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Shijo Street - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Sanjo Station - 3 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 5 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 108 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪コメダ珈琲店河原町三条店 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪餃子の王将三条店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪博多長浜ラーメン みよし - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪チャオチャオ餃子 三条木屋町店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪京都ダイニング 正義 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

HOTEL ARU KYOTO

At HOTEL ARU KYOTO, guests have access to features like laundry facilities. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with luggage storage and dry cleaning/laundry. This smoke-free hotel also has a vending machine.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 40-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries, and beds are dressed in down comforters. Other amenities include safes, desks, and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: JPY 1,870 for adults and JPY 1,870 for children

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • 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.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in hallways (39 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 1870 for adults and JPY 1870 for children

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and outdoor lighting
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and outdoor lighting.
  • 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.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at HOTEL ARU KYOTO?

HOTEL ARU KYOTO offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at HOTEL ARU KYOTO?

As of Oct 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HOTEL ARU KYOTO on Nov 8, 2026 start from $147, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see near HOTEL ARU KYOTO?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Kyoto, just steps from Pontocho Alley and Kawaramachi Street, and within a short walk of Shijo Street. You'll also find Nishiki Market and Yasaka Shrine less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at HOTEL ARU KYOTO?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does HOTEL ARU KYOTO have a casino?

No, HOTEL ARU KYOTO doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at HOTEL ARU KYOTO?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at HOTEL ARU KYOTO?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include in-room massages, a down comforter, and slippers.

Are there hot tubs at HOTEL ARU KYOTO?

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

Does HOTEL ARU KYOTO have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

HOTEL ARU KYOTO offers buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does HOTEL ARU KYOTO allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at HOTEL ARU KYOTO.

Are there connecting rooms at HOTEL ARU KYOTO?

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

Where is the closest airport to HOTEL ARU KYOTO?

The closest major airport to HOTEL ARU KYOTO is Itami Airport (ITM), which is 28.8 mi away (65 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at HOTEL ARU KYOTO?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at HOTEL ARU KYOTO.

HOTEL ARU KYOTO Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 271 out of 358 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 66 out of 358 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 358 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 358 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 358 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, clean, and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place and location
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, clean
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, good size room, friendly staff, clean and quiet room.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are clean, great bathroom and shower. Also, so much to do and see around the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and cozy hotel. It is not a fancy hotel, but the room is lovely. Everything went well and would definitely stay again if coming back to Kyoto.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good location, nice rooms and spacious
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing room sizes staff was the most welcoming extremely helpful the best and most recommended hotel in all of Kyoto
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, helpful staff, good location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful I will stay again next year!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay close to a lot of shopping
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was very large, especially for Japanese standards. Staff were very helpful, especially with needs that arose during our stay. Convenient location, but be aware that it is also close to the bar and clubbing area of Kyoto. Still, it is far away enough that you are not disturbed by others.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Hotel was clean and lovely.. staff very helpful.. great location and I could walk to the main sites.. thoroughly recommend this hotel for a stay in Kyoto.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place, nearby to restaurants and shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great customer service, great breakfast.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Boutique style hotel right in the center of Kyoto. Great for travelers looking to explore Kyoto.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, basic breakfast buffet, pillows are too hard and need changing! Other than that a very comfortable stay in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was very clean, easy check-in and out, very local to experiences and shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel. Very friendly and helpful staff. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was so friendly and helpful. The room was immaculate and the breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time visiting Japan and the staff made everything feel comfortable and easy. Super friendly and accommodating. Place is always clean and at an amazing location.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and the staff were super friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I greatly loved the location of this hotel. It's near all the activities and great restaurants nearby. Staff were helpful and quick to resolve issues. Room had a beautiful view of the hill side/mountain. No complaints.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026