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$300Shimogyo-Ku Osaka-Cho 396-3, Kyoto, 600-8177, Japan
802 reviews
1/29
Restaurant
Free wifi
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Elevator
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Bidet
Welcome to the Smile Hotel Kyoto Karasuma Gojo, your perfect pocket of comfort in the heart of Kyoto! This charming 2-star hotel, located at Shimogyo-Ku Osaka-Cho 396-3, offers a delightful stay just 1.9mi from the vibrant city center. It's the ideal base for exploring the rich cultural heritage of Kyoto while enjoying the convenience of modern amenities. With a competitive starting price of just $45 per night, you're set for an adventure without breaking the bank!
Indulge in a delightful morning with the hotel's breakfast offerings before heading out to discover the stunning temples and picturesque streets of Kyoto. Enjoy the perks of free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and relax in air-conditioned rooms, with a bidet and bathtub to wash away the day's adventures. Need assistance? The friendly 24-hour front desk is at your service to help you make the most of your stay. Plus, you'll find non-smoking rooms and an elevator to whisk you up to the upper floors, ensuring total comfort during your getaway!
With 802 reviews under its belt, guests have showered the Smile Hotel Kyoto Karasuma Gojo with praise, highlighting its welcoming atmosphere and a cozy vibe perfect for travelers seeking a home away from home. Whether you're here for the breathtaking cherry blossoms or the ancient temples, your adventure in Kyoto is bound to be unforgettable at this lovely hotel. So pack your bags, and get ready to smile – your Kyoto experience awaits!
As the sun begins to set over the iconic skyline of Kyoto, there's no better way to unwind than at the on-site restaurant, レストラン #1. Whether you're traveling with family or on a solo adventure, this family-friendly eatery offers an inviting ambiance where you can savor a delightful fusion of Japanese and European cuisines. Picture yourself enjoying a steaming bowl of ramen or a delicate plate of pasta, all crafted with the freshest ingredients to elevate your dining experience. With friendly staff ready to serve you, it’s the perfect spot to gather your thoughts and recount the day’s adventures while enjoying a taste of Kyoto’s culinary delights.
But that’s not all – when it comes to paying for your stay or a delicious meal, the Smile Hotel Kyoto Karasuma Gojo has you covered! You can enjoy a seamless checkout experience with a variety of payment options, including major credit cards such as American Express, JCB, Mastercard, and Discover. Plan to keep your cash for those charming street stalls outside, where you can taste authentic local snacks. The hotel's focus on convenience allows you to enjoy your stay without worrying about payment hassles.
Exploring Kyoto can be an exhilarating experience, and nothing prepares you for the day quite like a hearty breakfast at the hotel. From traditional Japanese breakfast items to continental favorites, you’ll fuel up perfectly for a day filled with culture and exploration. So whether you’re wandering through the serene gardens of Kinkaku-ji or shopping for souvenirs at the bustling Nishiki Market, know that when you return to the Smile Hotel Kyoto Karasuma Gojo, a warm atmosphere and cozy comfort awaits to welcome you back. Get ready for an adventure that’s packed with memories and a whole lot of smiles!
Closest airports
Osaka International Airport
23.3miKobe Airport
39miKansai International Airport
49miChūbu Centrair International Airport
60miRestaurant
Free wifi
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Elevator
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Bidet
Bathtub
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Room - 1 Twin
1 Twin Bed
Smoking not allowed
Refrigerator
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This twin room is air-conditioned and has a TV, an electric kettle, a carpeted floor and heating. The unit has 1 bed.
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Double Room
1 Double Bed
120 sqft
Smoking not allowed
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Air conditioning
Upper floors accessible by elevator
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Superior Double Room
1 Double Bed
1 Sofa Bed
235 sqft
Smoking not allowed
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Air conditioning
Upper floors accessible by elevator
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Connecting Double Room
2 Double Beds
300 sqft
Smoking not allowed
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Air conditioning
Upper floors accessible by elevator
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Room - 2 Twin
2 Twin Beds
150 sqft
Smoking not allowed
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Air conditioning
Upper floors accessible by elevator
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Japanese Style, Twin
2 Futon Mat Beds
150 sqft
Smoking not allowed
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Air conditioning
Upper floors accessible by elevator
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Room - 1 Bed, Smoking Allowed
Smoking allowed
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This double room offers air conditioning and a TV. The unit offers 1 bed.
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Room, Smoking Allowed
Smoking allowed
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Deluxe, 1 Bed
Smoking not allowed
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The unit has 1 bed.
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Deluxe
Smoking not allowed
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Japanese Style, Twin, Smoking Allowed
1 Twin Bed
Smoking allowed
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Japanese, Twin
1 Twin Bed
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Featured reviews:
Jiren
8.2
June 2025
Very delicious buffet breakfast, complimentary beverage from daytime till midnight, and clean room. One of the check-in staff members is super nice (I think his name is Matsuo san) and he made us feel welcome.
The bathroom is very small, especially the toilet space being too narrow. Not every staff member was as nice as Matsuo san. Some staff members were a bit cold. I guess the manager needs to do more training for the staff and hopefully next time every staff member will be as nice as Matsuo san!
Sarah
10
April 2025
You need to buy a breakfast ticket but we just went to the familymart to get breakfast. It was a perfect wonderful location right next to the entrance to the gojo subway station and several restaurants and combinis. So comfortable and clean, great value. pajamas and amenties were so nice
would be too small if we were more than 2 people but perfect for a couple. only one elevator and it's kind of small as well so sometimes we had to wait for it a while but this isn't a big deal. also a small laundry room that was a long wait to use, but this is understandable. extremely efficient use of the space that they do have.
Jaselyn
9.1
November 2024
The hotel was super near the train station - made it really easy to travel around Kyoto. There were also food places and konbinis nearby should you need any food/drinks. Staff was friendly and they provided amentities such as comb, shaver, pyjamas, toothbrush, toothpaste, bedroom slippers, skin lotion for you to take near the reception. They provided a change of towels daily for you.
Bathroom was really small and cramped (they have already mentioned in the listing), but it was clean to use and soaps were provided. Air was a little dry/dusty - tbf they provided air purifier but we were too tired to figure out how to use it. There was only 1 lift in the building, so you need to wait quite a bit for it.
Rika
10
June 2025
There is lady name MOEKA san was very kind and sweet and lm very appreciate it made our stay comfortably and l liked that’s is a Location / free hot , cold drink / no sounds from other rooms / laundry machine / very polite kind front desk , cleaning stuff nice toile , tub / mini mart right next door famous temple 2 min walk / we walked from main kyoto station to hotel took about 20 min walk passed long Ramen restaurant peoples was lined up waiting after the evening we went there and had great Ramen 🍜🤩 next day we took subway from 10 step a way from hotel right by the side and made next day start very easy !
Too comfortable made me sleep in and missed free breakfast 😭 There is when you in shower you must close the door to void fire alarm to not link Room will pick dark when you shut the curtain so made me sleep in. need set timer alarm for your self bc l slept for first time in so good 😊 but missed breakfast we was excited to have them 😅
Laura
10
October 2024
The staff were very welcoming and had good English which was a bonus as it made check-in easier than other hotels I have stayed in when in Japan. It is well located with plenty to do in the local area. Despite the room being small it had all you need and was comfortable. I stayed 4 nights and had a large case with bags due to traveling and I managed to store everything easily at the bottom of the bed and still have room.
Soundproofing of rooms wasn't great. I was located right by the lift so unfortunately heard it every time it was used as well as the people using it and staff conversations when cleaning. I just put my headphones in if I wanted quiet so it wasn't a major issue.
Daniel
8.2
November 2024
Excellent location, next to metro station, easy to access and to go to all the attractions. Breakfast was good value for money, if you also like Eastern breakfast items. Coffee, tea, soft drinks, water etc from a self-dispensing machine and this is free throughout the day! Pretty good. I saw a lot of guests, buying good value meals at supermarkets and heating it up in the microwave in the restaurant space of the hotel. Toiletries are plentiful and there is also the possibility to launder your washing at the hotel's own laundromat. Washing powder you can get from reception.
Bathroom is tight space wise. There was a constant drip od water coming from the toilet cistern. Bed was hard against wall. I am a solo traveler, so no problems with that. As a couple, one would need to crawl either over the other body to access the bathroom, or wiggle oneself down the bed, to exit off the bed end. Access to reception and dining room area is on 1st floor, with one lift available only.
Michelle
9.1
November 2024
We checked in earlier than expected and the staff were friendly and quick to help store our luggage. We returned much later than normal check-in and the process of collecting our luggage and checking in was prompt and easy. I booked this hotel last minute as we decided to stay in Kyoto for a couple more days and thought my booking included breakfast, however, when we arrived downstairs for breakfast the next day, we were told it was not included. Our room on the 9th consisted of two four-inch mattresses on the floor with amazing pillows, along with a table, one floor chair, a TV, a corner stand with 2-3 outlets installed(no other outlets within the room), a sliding shade, on a large window that can be opened, that creates a blackout room, tea kettle, hairdryer, an air purifier, one garbage and a small bathroom that had a shared faucet between the tub and sink. No in-room slippers. Not much room for luggage space when two people are occupying the room. Rather than a room key, only a code to enter onto the keypad was needed to assess the room. Hotel location was excellent, close enough to the hustle and fun, but far enough that it's quiet at night. It is a stone's throw away from metro station entrances and walking distance to Kyoto station. There's only one small elevator that fits four people comfortably, so you might wait for the elevator at busier times. Overall, this was just a place to sleep at night, wash and rinse, and basically store our luggage while exploring during the day. I would book again
Although probably not possible, outlets near the beds/mattresses would be nice. Another garbage, or larger garbage, would be better when more than one person is in a room.
Rai
10
May 2025
Excellent location just north of Kyoto Station, with a scenic walk that takes you past the impressive Higashi-Honganji Temple and Kyoto Tower. The area offers easy access to multiple convenience stores, subway lines, and Kyoto Station itself, making it a perfect central base for exploring the city.
The only thing we noticed was that the hallway on the top floor tended to get quite warm during the day—it wasn’t an issue inside the room, just something we felt when stepping out to take the elevator.
Diane
9.1
July 2024
Clean rooms, modern, comfortable, compact but had everything you need for a short stay. Quiet, and the window had blackout blinds which is a rarity in Japan and made sleeping easier. Zircon, mini fridge, tv, kettle, shampoo and conditioner. Buffet breakfast very good for the price with Japanese items and bread/pastries. Staff were all friendly and polite. Good that we could leave our luggage there before check-in and after check-out. Notice for other Brits out there; take your own teabags! Given how convenient this was for public transport, this was good value for Kyoto.
The layout of the rather small room meant it had several odd-shaped or raised wooden corners; I stubbed my toe before even getting into the room. One could easily trip over the half-step and fall when coming out of the bathroom.
Maria
9.1
June 2025
we enjoyed the proximity to the train station and some convenience stores near by. The room was small but enough space for the three of us.
the laundry facilities, it was almost impossible to find them empty, the only time we managed to do our laundry was when my husband went down at 4 am
Attractions
Nishi Hongan-ji Temple
0.5miKamogawa River (Kamo River)
1.1miShoren-in Temple
1.6miKyoto Handicraft Center
2miThe Philosopher’s Path (Tetsugaku-no-michi)
2.8miGekkeikan Okura Sake Museum
4.5miTogetsu-kyo Bridge
4.8miSagano
5.2miByodo-in Temple
7.8miOsaka Museum of Housing and Living
24.2miUtsubo Park
26.1miNational Bunraku Theater
26.7miSennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street
27.1miMinami
27.2miTempozan Ferris Wheel
29.9miAttractions
Nishi Hongan-ji Temple
0.5miKamogawa River (Kamo River)
1.1miShoren-in Temple
1.6miKyoto Handicraft Center
2miThe Philosopher’s Path (Tetsugaku-no-michi)
2.8miGekkeikan Okura Sake Museum
4.5miTogetsu-kyo Bridge
4.8miSagano
5.2miByodo-in Temple
7.8miOsaka Museum of Housing and Living
24.2miUtsubo Park
26.1miNational Bunraku Theater
26.7miSennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street
27.1miMinami
27.2miTempozan Ferris Wheel
29.9miAirports
Osaka International Airport
23.3miKobe Airport
39miKansai International Airport
49miChūbu Centrair International Airport
60miレストラン #1
Cuisines
Ambiances
Restaurant
Free wifi
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Elevator
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Bidet
Bathtub
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Bathroom
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Bidet
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Linens
Business Facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Dry cleaning
Laundry
Suit press
Food & Drink
Restaurant
Vending machine (drinks)
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
Baggage storage
Invoice provided
General
Air conditioning
Elevator
Heating
Interconnecting room(s) available
Non-smoking rooms
Smoke-free property
Internet
Free wifi
Living Area
Sofa
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Safety & security
24-hour security
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Security alarm
Smoke alarms
Safety features
Air purifiers
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Age restriction may apply
Parking may not be available
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
No capacity for extra beds or cribs.
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This property does not accept cash.
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