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ALA HOTEL KYOTO

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A modern indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the ceiling, a marble wall, and a window providing natural light.
A hotel room with a bed, curtains, and a window view of a tower and buildings.
A modern indoor pool area with a glass barrier, tiled flooring, and large windows with blinds.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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518 Shiokojicho Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8212
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kyoto Tower
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Kyoto Station Building
    ‪4 min walk‬
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Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a sofa.

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a small window, and a door leading to the outside.

Standard Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, curtains, and a window view of a tower and buildings.

Kyoto Tower View Twin Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a city view, and a wooden headboard.

Moderate Twin Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE NON SMOKING

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE QUEEN BED NON SMOKING

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Located in Shimogyo Ward within a 5-minute walk of Kyoto Tower, ALA HOTEL KYOTO is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights like Nishiki Market. This 4-star hotel has 387 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, a full-service spa, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Kawaramachi Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kyoto Tower - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kyoto Station Building - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Higashi Honganji Temple - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Kyoto Station - 2 min walk
  • Gojo Station - 11 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪OGAWA COFFEE 京都駅店 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪せいろ料理葵茶屋 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks TEAVANA - ‬3 min walk

About this property

ALA HOTEL KYOTO

Guests staying at ALA HOTEL KYOTO enjoy access to a full-service spa, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Other amenities at this hot springs hotel include a microwave in a common area, laundry facilities, and a vending machine.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds sport down comforters and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include safes, desks, and desk chairs.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, 御香の湯. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub. The spa is open daily.

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath (no minerals) and an outdoor mineral hot springs (Japanese-style onsen). These services feature separate men and women areas. There are hot springs open between 3:00 PM and 11:00 PM.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: JPY 3,500 for adults and JPY 2,000 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of JPY 13,000

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot spring

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Full-service spa

  • Hot spring
  • Hot springs open from 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Hot tub
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Sauna
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

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 3500 for adults and JPY 2000 for children
  • Hosted evening meal: JPY 13000

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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Alipay, Apple Pay, PayPay, R Pay, and WeChat Pay
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments, and cash.
  • Mobile payment options include: Alipay, Apple Pay, PayPay, R Pay, and WeChat Pay.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Hot springs access available from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM.
  • 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.
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.

Property is also known as

ALA HOTEL KYOTO Hotel
ALA HOTEL KYOTO Kyoto
ALA HOTEL KYOTO Hotel Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at ALA HOTEL KYOTO?

ALA HOTEL KYOTO provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Aug 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ALA HOTEL KYOTO on Aug 30, 2026 start from $98, 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 is there to do close to ALA HOTEL KYOTO?

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

Is there parking available at ALA HOTEL KYOTO?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Is there a spa available at ALA HOTEL KYOTO?

御香の湯 is the hotel's full-service spa and services include hot springs.

Does ALA HOTEL KYOTO feature a casino on the premises?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at ALA HOTEL KYOTO?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is ALA HOTEL KYOTO a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant, a hot spring, and a full-service spa.

Does ALA HOTEL KYOTO have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel does have a hot spring.

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

Yes, ALA HOTEL KYOTO serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will ALA HOTEL KYOTO allow pets to stay free of charge?

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

Does ALA HOTEL KYOTO have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from ALA HOTEL KYOTO?

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

Are there rooms with balconies at ALA HOTEL KYOTO?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at ALA HOTEL KYOTO.

ALA HOTEL KYOTO Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 409 out of 519 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 82 out of 519 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 519 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 519 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 519 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Maria Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, breakfast a bit pricey , very helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, close to essentials and clean room.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Abdelrahman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience, spacious rooms
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Toshikazu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. The front desk staff were very helpful, and the room had a separate toilet from the bathroom. The only downside was that the loungewear and sandals were too small.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern, fairly newly constructed hotel a short walk from Kyoto train station. Clean room, friendly staff and excellent breakfast buffet!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, rooms clean, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing hotel. It is clean and very beautiful. Rooms are very spacious. Staff is very friendly. Close to Kyoto Station and bus stops. Luggage forwarding service available at the lobby.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yan Tung

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room very clean, hotel location convenience, staff are very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our time at ALA Hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vitaliy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, clean, perfect location, great service and breakfast.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Man Yee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful! Friendly staffs, clean n tidy room!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ka Yan Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bedroom was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CHIH HSIEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
comfortable and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lai Ka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Convenient location, good ambience and environment
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Aden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just a great place.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful! Very kind staff! Excellent location! Clean room!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SUMI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, friendly staff, good spa. I'll stay again at this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this hotel was classy and excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suhaib

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

DANNY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great spa aera
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall great hotel and room. Breakfast was fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel with great accommodations!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025