Hotel Espasion Pontocho

2.0 star property

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Exterior
Property entrance
Elevator
Superior Twin Room | Down comforters, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Lobby

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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196 Shimokorikicho Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto, 604-8016
  • Place, Pontocho Alley
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Shijo Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Twin Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Economy Twin Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room

  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Twin Room

  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Premium Twin Room

  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Deluxe Twin Room

  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Located in Downtown Kyoto, Hotel Espasion Pontocho is next to popular attractions like Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley. This 21-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour front desk.

What's nearby

  • Pontocho Alley - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kawaramachi Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Gion Shirakawa Area - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Shijo Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Gion-shijo Station - 4 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 7 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 106 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪eagle - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪六傳屋 先斗町店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Thai Kitchen Baramee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪いろはかるた 本店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪雅美家 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Espasion Pontocho

Hotel Espasion Pontocho features free WiFi in public areas and a vending machine. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and toilets with an electronic bidet, and beds sport down comforters. Other standard amenities include phones and toothbrushes and toothpaste.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an access code
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • 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.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, 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.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near Hotel Espasion Pontocho?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Espasion Pontocho?

As of Mar 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Espasion Pontocho on Apr 26, 2026 start from $134, 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.

Does Hotel Espasion Pontocho feature a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel Espasion Pontocho doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Espasion Pontocho?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does Hotel Espasion Pontocho have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Hotel Espasion Pontocho doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Hotel Espasion Pontocho allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Espasion Pontocho.

Where is the closest airport to Hotel Espasion Pontocho?

The closest major airport to Hotel Espasion Pontocho is Itami Airport (ITM), which is 28.6 mi away (63 minutes by car).

Hotel Espasion Pontocho Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

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6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

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