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Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

3.0 star property

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A salad bar with various food options and a drink bar in a well-lit, clean environment.
A spacious lobby with a polished tile floor, a reception desk, and a seating area with chairs.
A multi-story building with a modern architectural design, featuring a series of balconies and large windows.
Public bath
Public bath

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
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

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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
(57 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

Single Room, Non Smoking (2)

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

Single Room, Non Smoking (3)

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

Single Room, Non Smoking (4)

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

Single Room, Non Smoking (5)

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

Single Room, Non Smoking (6)

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

Single Room, Smoking (1)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Single Room, Smoking (2)

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

Single Room, Smoking (3)

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

Single Room, Smoking (4)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Single Room, Smoking (5)

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

Single Room, Smoking (6)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room, Non Smoking (2)

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

Twin Room, Non Smoking (3)

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

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
  • Free WiFi

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
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room, Non Smoking (6)

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

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
  • Free WiFi

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
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room, Smoking (3)

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

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
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room, Smoking (5)

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

Twin Room, Smoking (6)

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

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About the neighborhood

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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 Fushimi Inari Shrine. 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
  • Kyoto Station Building - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • To-ji Temple - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

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
  • ‪THE LOWER EAST NINE HOSTEL (LE9) - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Le9 Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪ANTEROOM MEALS - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪大栄ラーメン本店 - ‬2 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 Jul 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma on Jul 20, 2026 start from $32, 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 Fushimi Inari Shrine and Nishiki Market 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. 273 out of 961 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 396 out of 961 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 216 out of 961 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 961 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 961 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

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

8/10 Good

dominique

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

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

10/10 Excellent

michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Danel

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

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large room, clean, friendly staff and they offer breakfast and dinner. Walkable distance from Kyoto station.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

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

8/10 Good

WAI YIP

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

10/10 Excellent

Ho Lai

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is well equipped. Staffs are friendly and helpful. Location is good.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

shazeeyana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staffs. The hotel kepy our bag, after check out so we could visit Arashiyama for for the day before the night bus to Tokyo
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
breakfast and dinner were included with hotel stay. train station was 8-minute walk. Bus stops where steps from hotel entrance. Staff was helpful and friendly; they also spoke English. I would definitely stay here, when I return to Kyoto.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thammajak

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

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

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

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Yutaka

Disliked: Cleanliness
ok
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
K.a.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shinobu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is a bit small, (toilet and bath together and no room to change) only 2 beds are on in room. Jo complaining. Walk distances to Kyoto station. Dinner and breakfast are including that I didn’t know. Good to go back sleep and travel to use.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

MINGMING

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We paid for three people, but no third pillow blanket and slippers! Terrible ever hotel in Japan! And dinner just give tiny little rice, ask for refill, but they ask to pay 170yuan on rice!the worst service and condition for hotel ever!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is great for the price. My booking came with breakfast and dinner included. The food was pretty good. Breakfast is buffet and dinner is a choice of two set menus, plus a salad bar. The room I had was ok. I know people say the rooms are small but I found it fine. A double bed, sofa, table for TV etc. the bathroom was a bit small but it was fine. The hallways leading from the lift to the rooms are open (to a certain degree) there is a central open core running up through the building which is open but in October it was fine. It might be cold in the winter. All in all I had a nice stay here and would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Alfredo

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
There was a hair on the restroom floor when I got to the room. The outlet switch for the refrigerator didn’t properly work so it was turning on and off by itself.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Minoru

Disliked: Staff & service
チェックイン時、少し時間が早かったが、チェックインまでの待つところが無い 朝ご飯が、メニューが少ない
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

MINI

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
食事の内容がサラダ(生野菜)のバリエーションがお粗末。 サラダ以外の野菜が殆どないに等しい。 小鉢におひたし(無味)があっただけ. 夜のごはんが少なかった為、多めに欲しいと伝えたら有料と言われた。 アメニティは女性用メイク落とし他、何もない。 大浴場にはあるが室内のお風呂にシャンプーリンス等何一つ置いて無い。 チェックイン後のスーツケースお預かりシステムが無いとのことで控えは無く自己責任の元、置く場所の提供のみ。 せめて番号管理はして欲しい。
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

nozomu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
朝飯夕飯付きで便利 設備は最小限、快適さはある
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

和子

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
新鮮な野菜があり、良かったです。 部屋も広くて過ごしやすかったです。 次回も利用したいと思いました。
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026