Washington R&B Hotel Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

Property class: 3

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A multi-story hotel with a prominent R&B sign, a modern architectural design, and a well-lit entrance.
A long, narrow hotel corridor with carpeted floors and doors on both sides, leading to individual rooms.
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "R&B HOTEL".
A modern reception desk with a glass top, wooden accents, and numbered signs for rooms.
A modern elevator area with a dark wall, a patterned sliding door, and a wooden bench with storage compartments.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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258 Ichinocho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8018
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Pontocho Alley
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Nishiki Market
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Room options

Single Room Smoking Plan With Basic Breakfast

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Single Room Non-smoking Plan With Basic Breakfast

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Single Room Smoking Basic Room Without Meals Plan

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Single Room, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 97 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Single Room, Smoking

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

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Located in Shimogyo Ward, Washington R&B Hotel Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Nishiki Market and Yasaka Shrine. The 163 rooms at this 3-star hotel include refrigerators, flat-screen TVs, and soaking bathtubs.

What's nearby

  • Kawaramachi Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pontocho Alley - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Shijo Street - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Yasaka Shrine - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Kyoto Kawaramachi Station - 4 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 14 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪四条河原町温泉空庭テラス京都 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Base BnA - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪地球屋 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪SPiCE GATE - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪L'Escamoteur - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Washington R&B Hotel Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

Washington R&B Hotel Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi features free WiFi in public areas, free newspapers, and laundry facilities. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with luggage storage and concierge services. This hotel also has a vending machine.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Refrigerators, phones, and desks are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 700 per person

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • One child 9 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

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 continental breakfast: approximately JPY 700 per person

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • 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, and window guards.

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

R&B Hotel Shijo Kawaramachi
R&B Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
R&B Shijo Kawaramachi
R&b Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
R&B Hotel Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Hotel
R&B Hotel Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Kyoto
R&B Hotel Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Hotel Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Washington R&B Hotel Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi?

Washington R&B Hotel Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do close to Washington R&B Hotel Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi?

This hotel is situated in Shimogyo Ward, just steps from Kawaramachi Street, and within a 10-minute walk of Shijo Street and Nishiki Market. You'll also find Yasaka Shrine and Kyoto Tower within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Washington R&B Hotel Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does Washington R&B Hotel Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi have a casino at the property?

No, Washington R&B Hotel Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Washington R&B Hotel Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Washington R&B Hotel Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a deep soaking bathtub and slippers as well as concierge services.

Does Washington R&B Hotel Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi have a hot tub?

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

Does Washington R&B Hotel Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Washington R&B Hotel Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Washington R&B Hotel Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Washington R&B Hotel Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi.

Does Washington R&B Hotel Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Washington R&B Hotel Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi?

The closest major airport to Washington R&B Hotel Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi is Itami Airport (ITM), which is 28.2 mi away (60 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Washington R&B Hotel Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Washington R&B Hotel Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi that offer a balcony.

Washington R&B Hotel Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 166 out of 310 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 105 out of 310 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 310 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 310 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 310 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gabriella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved my time here while I was in Kyoto. Hotel was great and the staff were very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to shopping restaurants and public transport.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Clean room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jaz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great. Made traveling around Kyoto and to nearby cities for a day trip very convenient.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

10/10 would recommend

Excellent location, friendly staff and clean room. Very happy with my stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wicked good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The breakfast is grade. The room is really comfortable and clean. And the location is excellent for the geisha district and lots of cute little places right around the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was not really a great hotel for tourists. No knowledge of tourist attractions, but very friendly and it was very clean.
Stayed 16 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kenichi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The price is resonable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lewis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kyoto has like a 200yen a night fee so beware. This hotel though is great. Staff was very professional and it was a nice distance from gion. No complaints
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eiichiro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

chikao

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
禁煙ルームが予約できなかったため、喫煙ルームになりました。 さすがに部屋に充満した匂いがきつく気分が良くなかったです。
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MING LI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
飯店對面就有全家便利商店,住宿環境不錯,距離市區也不遠。
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

nayuta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
清潔感ありスタッフさんもとても気さくで親切です。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

yoshiki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
タクシーが拾えた
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
良かった
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

tagami

Liked: Staff & service
特にない
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

hideaki

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
先斗町、祇園などに近く、飲食にはとても便利でした。
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kamil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Es war in Ordnung aber die Frühstückauswahl war sehr arm.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

KWOK YIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
個人認為河原為京都旅遊中心位置,去那都方便,酒店整潔,大多數都得到認同,後背的區域在花期時一定有東西看🌸
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
京都の宿はよくわからないので、大阪でよく利用していたR&Bにしたら、結構よかった。また利用すると思う。
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

HEEJUNG

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
청결하고 친절하고 청수사도 걸어갈 수 있어요
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

??

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
お部屋は清潔で、スタッフさん達もとても感じがよく、この値段以上の価値のある一泊でした。 どうもありがとうございました。
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

reiko

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

ロケーションがいいホテルです

一番はロケーションの良さです。阪急河原町駅と京阪祇園四条駅から歩いて数分で河原町通りに面しているのでわかりやすいです。仕事で京都によく宿泊しますが、何度でも利用したいです。
Stayed 1 night in May 2024