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Rakurakuan

3.0 star property
Comfortable hotel, walk to Nishihonganji Temple

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Traditional Twin Room, Non Smoking, Terrace | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Traditional Twin Room, Non Smoking, Terrace | Terrace/patio
Point of interest
Lobby
Bar (on property)
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

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Tenshitsukinuke 3-452, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8456
  • Popular LocationNijō Castle3 min drive
  • Popular LocationKiyomizu Temple4 min drive
  • Popular LocationKyoto Imperial Palace7 min drive
  • AirportKobe (UKB)91 min drive

Room options

Traditional Twin Room, Non Smoking, Terrace

  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Signature Twin Room, Non Smoking, Bathtub (Machiya Style)

  • 420 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking, Bathtub

  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Deluxe Twin Room, Non Smoking, Bathtub

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Superior Twin Room, Non Smoking, Bathtub

  • 419 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Located in Shimogyo Ward within a short walk of Nishihonganji Temple, Rakurakuan is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights such as To-ji Temple. The 7 rooms at this 3-star hotel include refrigerators, flat-screen TVs, and pillowtop beds.

What's nearby

  • Nijō Castle - 3 min drive
  • Sanjusangen-do Temple - 3 min drive
  • Gion Corner - 4 min drive
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 4 min drive
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Gojo Station - 7 min walk
  • Kyoto Station - 15 min walk
  • The nearest major airports are:<br />Itami Airport (ITM): 55-min drive, 30.1 mi/48.5 km<br /> Kobe Airport (UKB): 91-min drive, 47.6 mi/76.6 km<br /> Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX): 97-min drive, 59.5 mi/95.7 km<br /> <p></p>

Restaurants

  • ‪ラーメン 魁力屋堀川五条店 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪吟醸らーめん久保田 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪京都東急ホテルプレミアムラウンジ - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪松粂 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪石清 - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Rakurakuan

Comfortable hotel, walk to Nishihonganji Temple
Guests staying at Rakurakuan enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a garden. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with concierge services, luggage storage, and securing valuables.
All of Rakurakuan's 7 rooms are individually decorated and have an array of amenities, including refrigerators, free long-distance calls, and free local calls. Guests can enjoy free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding and down comforters ensure a restful night. Safes and desks are other standard amenities.

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Offsite parking available (JPY 1,300 per day)

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Japanese garden

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 accessibility

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for JPY 1000 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 200-1,000 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.

  • Nearby parking fee: JPY 1300 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: JPY 1000 per day

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
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

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.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

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.

Property is also known as

Rakurakuan Hotel Kyoto
Rakurakuan Hotel
Rakurakuan Kyoto
Rakurakuan Hotel
Rakurakuan Kyoto
Rakurakuan Hotel Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of Rakurakuan?

This hotel is situated in Shimogyo Ward within a short 14-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street and also 12 minutes on foot from Shijo Street. You'll also find Nishiki Market and Kiyomizu Temple within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Rakurakuan?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does Rakurakuan feature a casino at the property?

No, Rakurakuan doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Rakurakuan?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Rakurakuan?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a pillowtop mattress and slippers as well as a Japanese garden.

Does Rakurakuan have a hot tub?

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

Does Rakurakuan have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Rakurakuan doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Rakurakuan allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Rakurakuan.

Does Rakurakuan have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Rakurakuan?

The closest major airport to Rakurakuan is Itami Airport (ITM), which is about 22.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Rakurakuan?

Yes, some guestrooms at Rakurakuan offer a terrace and may feature city views.

Rakurakuan Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 86 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean
The room was clean and big and the staff were courteous. We were just wondering why the television turns on in the middle of the night. We stayed there for 2 nights and the TV just turned on. We did not use the timer.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lanang

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We love the place so much..
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shashikiran

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room with zen garden view
Excellent hotel! The bed was small for our size and family. We were 4 of us..
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Liane

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A local gem
I spent three nights at Rakurakuan with a friend in October. We agreed that if we're fortunate enough to return to Kyoto, we will definitely stay there again. The hotel was excellent value for money. It had spacious (by local standards) rooms that were spotless and stylish, comfortable beds, and a great shower. We loved the location on a quiet and atmospheric street. Buses and the subway were nearby and it was an easy walk to the train station and to the historic part of the city. The staff were absolutely wonderful. They were polite, friendly, and very helpful. On our last day we were able to leave our luggage with them all day as we continued exploring the city. They made a wonderful restaurant recommendation that was a local favourite (delicious) and they helped us call a taxi on our last day. I would love to stay here again any time!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Len, Canada

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Size of the room is good and not cramp. Very spacious. The staff are very helpful even to the point of helping my daughter wear her kimono. :) Hotel is one station away from Kyoto station. We recommend this for anyone visiting Kyoto.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a pleasant stay, my family love the hotel. Staffs are helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great comfortable stay. Very helpful staff. We really enjoyed our relaxing stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

DAWN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic Accomodation not to be missed.
Beautiful, spacious, clean and view of tower. Decor splendid. Everyone was so friendly and helpful. Very big room with plenty of storage, fridge and bathroom spotless with toiletries. Quiet and excellent location with supermarket close by. Walking towards the hotel the streets are full of traditional homes you just can't stop taking photos. This accommodation is faultless you get more space, value for money and tradition compared to big chain hotels.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room size was great and we enjoyed our 3 nights here. The staff could not have been more helpful. They sorted out an issue with another hotel we couldn’t get to because of the typhoon for which we were really grateful. We were waved off like friends when we left.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019