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8.7

1,267 reviews

Glansit Kyoto Kawaramachi

Glansit Kyoto Kawaramachi

380-2, Komeyacho, Shijo-Agaru, Kawaramachi , Kyoto, 604 8026, Japan

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Adults only

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Glansit Kyoto Kawaramachi

Welcome to Glansit Kyoto Kawaramachi, a quirky 2-star hotel located in the heart of Kyoto, Japan. Just 1.4mi from the city center, this unique hotel offers a memorable stay for adults only. With 1267 reviews, guests have raved about the exceptional service and top-notch amenities at this one-of-a-kind establishment.

Located at 380-2, Komeyacho, Shijo-Agaru, Kawaramachi, this hotel provides free WiFi and air conditioning. The 24-hour front desk is always ready to assist you, while the non-smoking rooms ensure a comfortable stay. Indulge in the bidet-equipped bathrooms and enjoy free toiletries during your visit. Take in the city views from the terrace or easily access upper floors by elevator.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Kyoto with a stay at Glansit Kyoto Kawaramachi. Starting at a minimum price, this hotel offers an affordable yet unforgettable experience in a prime location. Whether you're exploring the city or looking for a cozy retreat, this hotel's excellent reviews speak volumes about its charm and hospitality.

When it comes to convenience and comfort, Glansit Kyoto Kawaramachi has you covered. Embrace the city's atmosphere from the hotel's terrace, where you can take in stunning views while planning your next adventure in Kyoto. The hotel's location near the city center means you'll have easy access to all the must-see sights and vibrant attractions Kyoto has to offer. Plus, with a 24-hour front desk always at your service, you can be sure that assistance is just a call away, ensuring a stress-free stay.

For travelers looking for a touch of luxury without breaking the bank, the Superior rooms at Glansit Kyoto Kawaramachi are the perfect choice. Accommodating up to 2 adults and 1 child, these rooms offer the ideal blend of comfort and style. With features like air conditioning, bidet-equipped bathrooms, and free toiletries, your stay is bound to be both relaxing and convenient. Plus, being located in a non-smoking environment ensures a pleasant and fresh atmosphere throughout your stay.

Payment at Glansit Kyoto Kawaramachi is also a breeze, with various methods accepted to suit your convenience. Whether you prefer to pay by card, with options including Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB, and UnionPay, or in cash, the hotel ensures a hassle-free transaction process. Enjoy peace of mind knowing that your preferred payment method is accepted, making booking your stay at this unique gem of a hotel even easier.

Closest airports

Osaka International Airport

24.1mi

Kobe Airport

39.9mi

Kansai International Airport

49.8mi

Chūbu Centrair International Airport

59.6mi

Most popular amenities

Adults only

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Bidet

Free toiletries

Rooms

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Standard Capsule Dormitory

20 sqft

Free wifi

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

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This bed in dormitory features a executive lounge access, air conditioning and microwave.

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Superior Capsule Dormitory

35 sqft

Free wifi

Flat-screen TV

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This bed in dormitory has a bathrobe, executive lounge access and air conditioning.

Superior Capsule Room for Male in Glansit Kyoto Kawaramachi

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Superior Capsule, 1 Twin Bed, Male Only

1 Twin Bed

30 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Bidet

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Superior Capsule Room in Mixed dormitory in Glansit Kyoto Kawaramachi

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Superior Capsule Dormitory, 1 Twin Bed

1 Twin Bed

30 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Bidet

More details

Standard Capsule Room in Mixed dormitory in Glansit Kyoto Kawaramachi

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Standard Capsule Dormitory, 1 Twin Bed

1 Twin Bed

20 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Bidet

More details

Superior Capsule Room for Female in Glansit Kyoto Kawaramachi

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Superior Capsule, 1 Twin Bed, Female Only

1 Twin Bed

30 sqft

Coffee machine

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

Upper floors accessible by elevator

More details

Standard Capsule Room for Male in Glansit Kyoto Kawaramachi

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Standard Capsule, 1 Twin Bed, Male Only

1 Twin Bed

20 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Bidet

More details

Standard Capsule Room for Female in Glansit Kyoto Kawaramachi

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Standard Capsule, 1 Twin Bed, Female Only

1 Twin Bed

20 sqft

Coffee machine

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

Upper floors accessible by elevator

More details

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Superior Capsule, Female Only

35 sqft

Free wifi

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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This bed in dormitory features a flat-screen TV.

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Standard Capsule, Female Only

20 sqft

Free wifi

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

+

More details

Rooms are 2 square yards.

Show 11 photos

Standard Capsule, Male Only

20 sqft

Free wifi

Flat-screen TV

+

More details

This bed in dormitory has a flat-screen TV.

Show 10 photos

Superior Capsule, Male Only

35 sqft

Free wifi

Flat-screen TV

+

More details

Rooms are 3 square yards.

Guest reviews

8.7

1,267 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

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Facilities

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Value for money

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Featured reviews:

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Marcela

9.1

May 2025

I loved the property. Super clean, perfect location, great amenities, super comfy beds…

NOBODY speaks any English at all. It was very frustrating to have to use google translator every single time I needed to ask something. Also, check-in is at 5pm and since I arrived at 4pm I asked if I could use the toilet and they said “No”. I asked why and they said they were cleaning it so I had to wait for check in time. I thought it was rude. The WiFi is totally unreliable. I had to use mine most of the time. I talked to the front desk and they smiled but did nothing.

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Kate

9.1

May 2025

Wasn't expecting much so definitely exceeded my expectations for a capsule hotel! I did book a Superior Capsule so the experience was very pleasant with the extra door and space before my actual capsule bed. No locks of course so up to your discretion whether to leave certain belongings but compared to my other capsule stays, this one had lockers. Location was great, didn't realise it until exploring that it was one of the main central shopping districts in Kyoto. Just a bus ride away from Gion and Fushimi so really ideal. It rained during my stay in Kyoto and was able to borrow an umbrella and avoid the hassle of buying/bringing one from home. Loved my stay here and would definitely come back as a solo traveller!

Mentioned before but there is a small tourist fee you need to pay per night per person (you will pay the total at front desk) and they don't provide complimentary loungwear/sleepwear (you'll have to rent) so I still had to bring my own compared to my other hotel stays in Japan.

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Nikita

8.2

April 2025

It has modern rennovation and all shared facilities are very nice and clean. They provide you with a lot of free stuff for your stay (slippers, toothbrush, razors etc.) Pods are comfortable for the price.

Almost no place to have a take out meal as it's forbidden to eat in your pod. Though they have water cooler and microwave on each floor, there is only two seats available and it looks ridiculous for a floor with 50+ people living in. They also have "rooftop lounge", but you need to request access to get there, and it's not very big as well and not good when it's raining because it's uncovered.

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Eenthezone

10

November 2024

The place is clean and well maintained. The staff were friendly and approachable. They offered bathtub usage for free, though I wasn't able to use it. They also provide good product for toiletries. The place was also close tourist spots, train stations and bus stops. 👌👌👌

The place on the locker area is a bit small, i think only 2 people can open luggage at the same time. Moreover, they only offer 1 washing machine so everyone would need to wait for one to finish to do tbeir laundry. If you don't have anything to wash then its not gonna be a problem.

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Callum

8.2

January 2025

Tucked away in the heart of Kyoto, you’re a stone throw from some brilliant sights, foods and shopping experiences. From Koue Kyoto, a newcomer to the craft watch scene, Nintendo Kyoto, a film studio, a castle and plenty more, you’re spoilt for choice in places to visit. It’s also worth mentioning right next door is a prime location for a delicious bowl of ramen. The Glansit itself is very sleek and modern in style, easy check in and a very satisfying security system. The rooms are cozy and convenient but can get a little warm. (Expanded in the cons) The whole place is immaculate, zero comment there. The pricing is reasonable for the location.

My biggest issues with the location were, the fans in the capsules didn’t seem to work very well. I found myself in dire need of time outside to cool down through the night which distrupted sleep, perhaps a review of the fans and their effectiveness. The bath in the men’s quarters was out of order the entirety of my four day stay, a real shame as the photos did make it look rather nice. My two comments for change would be some means to force occupants to adhere to the rules regarding volume at certain times, I found the odd person was rather loud and rude being on their phone chatting during the night. The second is the rail for the capsules, most people did not lock it into place and you would hear the plastic clattering through the night which was tedious.

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Jerry

9.1

December 2024

Prime location, stunning modern facilities, clean, value for money, and professional staff. I stayed in the superior capsule room and I was grateful for the extra space. The facilities are cleaned regularly. I loved the beautiful ceramic bathtub in the men's bathroom. Plenty of bath towels and disposable toiletries for use, as well as a hairdryer and washing machine available. There's a lovely rooftop space.

The wooden bucket and stool in the men's bathtub room had black mould and I told the cleaner about it but it was still not cleaned properly. He wiped it with a wet towel but I told him he should use a cleaning product to actually kill the black mould otherwise it will keep on growing back but he didn't seem to understand.

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Diana

10

February 2025

My second time staying here in the women only floor. I think it’s a great capsule hotel. The staff at the reception are very friendly, the common areas are clean and you have things such as hair dryer, curler and straightener to use as well as skin care products, toothbrush, toothpaste, hair comb, earplugs in case you want to watch the telly inside your capsule and the list goes on. There is also a lounge area with a microwave and coffee/ tea/ water machine for women only. It’s tiny but it’s perfect as there is always a seat there. In terms of location you are near bars, restaurants and shops so it feels very central. Transport connections are everywhere. I would stay here again if I had the chance.

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Mariana

9.1

July 2025

The capsules were super cozy and the shared bathrooms and showers were always clean and tidy. They have a washing and drying machine for clothes that is operated by coins. It is very well located in the city.

The locker provided is small and does not fit a big suitcase. I had a carry in suitcase and a backpack and everytime I had to pick up something mine, it was a struggle. The women's bathroom gets chaotic in the morning, but nothing too serious. The staff did not let me check in 5min before the time.

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Felicia

9.1

November 2024

- Excellent location within walking distance to key sights and the metro. It's tucked away from the main downtown area, providing easy access in a quiet atmosphere. - Extremely clean. Staff was very professional and were always stopping by the lounge to empty trash. - Great amenities including free drinks

- 5:00pm check in is too late. The staff will not allow you to access any of the building before then, including bathrooms. - An additional Kyoto tax was required at check in that I wasn't aware of before. The tax isn't their fault, but advanced notification would be helpful. - The biggest improvement that this hotel could make is to include changing rooms. The changing area is like a gym locker room that can become very crowded.

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Kirsty

9.1

April 2025

Immaculately clean Fabulous location My husband enjoyed a soak in the bath Comfortable mattress The staff were lovely Great selection of shampoo/conditioner/moisturiser/cleansers etc

Very late checkin (5pm) Women’s bath was out of order the whole time (4 nights) we were there There’s not a lot of space to open your bags in the locker room, especially at peak times Although there’s a small lounge in the women’s dorm there is no multisex lounge area to relax in. The capsules themselves were overly warm to sleep in

Points of Interest Around Glansit Kyoto Kawaramachi

Attractions

Kamogawa River (Kamo River)

0.3mi

Shoren-in Temple

0.8mi

Kyoto Handicraft Center

1.1mi

Nishi Hongan-ji Temple

1.3mi

The Philosopher’s Path (Tetsugaku-no-michi)

1.9mi

Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum

5.2mi

Togetsu-kyo Bridge

5.2mi

Sagano

5.6mi

Byodo-in Temple

8.2mi

Osaka Museum of Housing and Living

25mi

Utsubo Park

27mi

National Bunraku Theater

27.6mi

Sennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street

27.9mi

Minami

28mi

Tempozan Ferris Wheel

30.8mi

Amenities of Glansit Kyoto Kawaramachi

Adults only

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Bidet

Free toiletries

Stay rules - Glansit Kyoto Kawaramachi

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property