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Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

Property class: 3

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A salad bar with various food options and a drink bar in a well-lit, clean environment.
A multi-story building with a modern architectural design, featuring a series of balconies and large windows.
A spa area with a hot tub, tiled walls, and a row of toiletries on the right.
A spacious lobby with a polished tile floor, a reception desk, and a seating area with chairs.
A spa area with a hot tub, a glass door entrance, and a row of sinks with soap dispensers.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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26 Higashikujo Aketacho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto, 601-8044
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Nintendo World Headquarters
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, To-ji Temple
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a telephone, a television, and curtains.

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a telephone, a television, and curtains.

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a television, and a desk with a telephone and a lamp.

Single 1 Semi-double Bed

  • Sleeps 1

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a television, and a desk with a telephone and a lamp.

Single Room, Non Smoking (1)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(63 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a telephone, and a bedside table.

Twin Room, Non Smoking (1)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Single Room, Non Smoking (2)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Non Smoking (3)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Non Smoking (4)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Non Smoking (5)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Non Smoking (6)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Smoking (1)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Smoking (2)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Smoking (3)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Smoking (4)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Smoking (5)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Smoking (6)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Twin Room, Non Smoking (2)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Non Smoking (3)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Non Smoking (4)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Non Smoking (5)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Non Smoking (6)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Smoking (1)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Smoking (2)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Smoking (3)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Smoking (4)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Smoking (5)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Smoking (6)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Located in Minami Ward within a 5-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street, Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma is within a mile (2 km) of other popular attractions like Kyoto Tower. This 424-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and laundry facilities.

What's nearby

  • Kawaramachi Street - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kyoto TERRSA - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nintendo World Headquarters - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • To-ji Temple - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Kyoto Tower - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Jujo Station - 5 min walk
  • Kyoto Station - 12 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪来来亭 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪みなも - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪和食さと - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪大栄ラーメン本店 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪ドミノ・ピザ - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

Guests staying at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a vending machine. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Housekeeping is available once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily breakfast available 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee
  • A restaurant
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of JPY 1

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

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.

  • Hosted evening meal: JPY 1

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 only accepts cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
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.
  • This property only accepts cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

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.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Kyoto Universalhotel karasuma
Kyoto Universal Karasuma Kyoto
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma Hotel
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma Kyoto
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma Hotel Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma?

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma?

As of Sep 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma on Sep 27, 2026 start from $33, 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's there to see within easy reach of Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma?

This hotel is situated in Minami Ward within a short 4-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street and also 18 minutes on foot from Kyoto Tower. You'll also find Nishiki Market and Fushimi Inari Shrine within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma feature a casino on the premises?

No, Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk plus some guestrooms include slippers.

Are there hot tubs at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma serves breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma.

Are there connecting rooms at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma?

The closest major airport to Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma is Itami Airport (ITM), which is 29.2 mi away (49 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma.

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 289 out of 1018 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 421 out of 1018 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 225 out of 1018 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 1018 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1018 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Sunitha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location of the property.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel with free great food for breakfast and dinner
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

dominique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast outstanding
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Omar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good area close to the subway temples quite area good place to rest up.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff was really helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marilie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, very nice. we like the hotel and the staff was very helpfull
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

KeWei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent and affordable
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chup Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The free breakfast and dinner were excellent - good food! Staff were friendly and helpful. The only thing is the location is not very convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Marlyn

Breakfast was boring. The bathroom smells.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Humberto J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome price but very very strict, checking in a few mins before the official time, no, a bit over checkout they charge you. But tha said, price is so good that that makes sense.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

WAI YIP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thammajak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
OK Cool!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The biggest inconvenience is that most of the hotels and places in Japan don’t have people that speak English fluently so communicating with them is very difficult.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Weilin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel. Good location. Ok free dinner and breakfast which are miles better than most Hampton Inns (if you travel to US you know what I mean). Cleanliness would be 9 compared to Hampton Inn which would be around 6 (I am generous here). I spent about 120-150 nights in hotels world wide each year so I know a little. The only downside is the small space of the rooms. Then again, you can pay 4x or more and stay in Hilton’s or Marriott (I am top tier at both).
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Yutaka

Disliked: Cleanliness
ok
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Siu Po

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed was too hard for me. Asked for extra futon but was not available. Asked for a blanket and slept on top of the futon. Still too hard I felt like I was beaten up after two nights
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

タカシ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
朝夕食付きで安すぎて驚きです。
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

HIROSHI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
二食付きで大浴場・サウナありです
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

たかよ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
2食付きでコスパが良く、味も美味しかったです。スタッフさん達も親切に対応してくださいました。大浴場のロッカールームはもう少し広い方が良いと思います
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

SEUNGSOO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
교토에서 몇번 숙박을 한 적이 있지만 이곳은 처음이었어요. 가격이 너무 저렴해서 꺼려진건도 사실이죠. 일주일정도 묶었는데, 결론부터 이야기 하면 장단점이 명확합니다 <단점> 1. 숙소가 좀 오래된 듯한 느낌입니다. 2000년대 호스텔 스타일? 물론 시설자체는 관리를 잘 해서 안되거나 부서진것은 전혀없습니다. 2. 전 1인실이었는데 일본임을 감안해도 좀 좁은 편 입니다. 3. 교토역까지 걸어서 15분 정도? 이건 딱히 단점이라고 하기는 그렇네요. 생각보다 그렇게 멀지는 않으나 매일 전철을 타실거라면 단점이 될 수 있을 것 같습니다. 그래서 호캉스 스타일 좋아하시는 분들은 매우 싫어하실거에요. <장점> 1. 매일 아침, 저녁 무료 제공: 아침은 부페, 저녁은 두가지 메뉴중 택 1입니다. 어마어마한 장점이죠. 2. 무료 사우나: 객실안에 작은 욕조가 있지만 지하 1층에 큰(?) 사우나 무료 이용 가능합니다. 3. 24시간 카운터 운영: 별거 아닌것 같지만 요즘 일본은 인력난으로 10시 이후 아침까지 카운터 운영 안하는 경우가 많습니다. 그럼에도 24시간 카운터 운영하는건 매우 큰 장점이죠 4. 건물 내 편의점: 내부가 이어져 있지는 않지만 같은 건물에 로손 편의점이 있습니다. 필요물품 구매시 매우 편리합니다. 5. 걸어서 3분거리에 버스정류장: 버스가 자주 있지는 않지만 매우 가까운 거리에 81번 버스 정류장이 있습니다. 교토역 또는 후시미쪽 가시는분들은 유용합니다. 단점도 있지만 장점도 많습니다. 젊으신분들 혹은 혼자 여행 오시는분들에게 강력 추천합니다.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

KAZUAKI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ネット予約では予約のタイミングによって料金が変わってしまうことがあるので何とも言えませんが、今回は非常に安価な料金で宿泊（連泊）することができました。2食付きでこの料金のコストパフォーマンスは非常に良いと思います。改善の要望としては、お部屋のお茶Tパックが1個だけである点（ルーム清掃しない場合はなしとなってしまう）。タオルは日々ドアノブにかけていただいていたので、その中にでも入れてくれるか、もしくはロビーにフリードリンクを置いていただけるなどするとうれしい。ドリンクは食事会場のみ。となっていた。 また、食事は小食な方は良いが、ご飯、味噌汁くらいはおかわりさせてほしいもしくは希望者には、大盛にしてくれるなどしていただけたら嬉しい（現状は、おかわり、大盛とも有料だった）。多くの方はサラダーバーでおなかを満たしていました。
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

WAI YIP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
一切 OK
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

MASAHIKO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
こちらの不手際でインロックしてしまったがフロントにすぐ対応して貰った 2食付きでこの値段なら御の字だし次回以降も利用したい
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

KOKORO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
室内がとても綺麗でした。 のんびり泊まれましたので有難うございました。
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026