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9.3

1,089 reviews

THE GENERAL KYOTO Bukkouji Shinmachi

THE GENERAL KYOTO Bukkouji Shinmachi

Shimogyo-ku Funeboko cho 385 , Kyoto, 600-8443, Japan

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Free wifi

Air conditioning

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Bidet

Free toiletries

THE GENERAL KYOTO Bukkouji Shinmachi

The General Kyoto Bukkouji Shinmachi is a 4-star hotel located in Kyoto, Japan. It sits about 1.3mi from the city center, at Shimogyo-ku Funeboko cho 385.

With 1,066 reviews, guests can expect a practical setup featuring free WiFi, air conditioning, a 24-hour front desk, non-smoking rooms, an elevator (with upper floors accessible by elevator), a bidet, and free toiletries.

Located in Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, this property offers a stylish, modern base with easy elevator access to upper floors and plenty of practical comforts for travelers seeking a reliable stay.

The General Kyoto Bukkouji Shinmachi presents three clear room options to suit different travel styles. The Superior King offers 248 square feet of space with one king bed, accommodating two adults and one child. The Superior, 2 Twin spans 291 square feet with two twin beds and can host up to three adults and two children. The Standard, King provides 215 square feet with one king bed, suitable for two adults and one child. All listed rooms are non-smoking.

Practical comforts keep stays convenient: free WiFi, air conditioning, a 24-hour front desk, and free toiletries come standard, while a bidet adds a touch of everyday convenience. An elevator serves all floors, making it easy to reach upper levels and explore the property with ease.

Located in Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, the hotel sits about 1.3mi from the city center, offering a stylish, modern base with reliable conveniences for travelers. This setup aims to balance city-ready accessibility with comfortable, uncomplicated stays, making it a dependable choice for exploring Kyoto’s charms.

Closest airports

Osaka International Airport

23.5mi

Kobe Airport

39.2mi

Kansai International Airport

49.3mi

Chūbu Centrair International Airport

60.3mi

Most popular amenities

Free wifi

Air conditioning

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Bidet

Free toiletries

Rooms

Superior King Room in THE GENERAL KYOTO Bukkouji Shinmachi

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Superior, King Size

1 King Size Bed

250 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

Tea/Coffee maker

Upper floors accessible by elevator

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Superior Twin Room in THE GENERAL KYOTO Bukkouji Shinmachi

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Superior, 2 Twin Beds

2 Twin Beds

290 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

Tea/Coffee maker

Upper floors accessible by elevator

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Standard King Room in THE GENERAL KYOTO Bukkouji Shinmachi

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Standard, King Size

1 King Size Bed

215 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

Tea/Coffee maker

Upper floors accessible by elevator

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Superior, Triple

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Guest reviews

9.3

1,089 reviews

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Featured reviews:

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Nadira

9.1

November 2024

- location is excellent, very nice quiet area and accessible - employees at the reception are very helpful and nice, and they speak good English (good recommendations thank you!) - hotel is new, clean, rooms are spacious and comfortable, towels are soft, welcome little gifts are cute - the lobby with all sorts of free drinks and treats starting from 11:00am - possibility to do a laundry for like 400-600 yen I have not tried the breakfast so I cannot give a review about it

- as expected the hotel has frost glass windows which cannot be opened (this is disclosed in their page). This being said, the opacity was higher than i imagined and I did not expect the room to be so dark all day - had to turn the lights on even during morning . I did not mind because I was mostly outside but it is good to know for people who are light sensitive - there was an « air machine sound » (not the AC) on and off in the room during the night, like the distant sound of a washing machine, which could be slightly annoying

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Adriana

10

December 2024

A MUST stay in this boutique hotel when visiting Kyoto. It is tucked away on a quiet street and very close to public transportation, Nishiki market and Gion. Our room was clean, spacious, had a king size bed and a bathroom with rain shower. The staff was welcoming, polite and helpful (we liked the small card with QR codes that was provided to us upon check-in containing recommendations for restaurants, coffee shops, etc.). We really enjoyed small snacks that were prepared daily. The hotel is one block away from an amazing coffee shop called Goodman Roaster (hotel's recommendation, which became my absolute favorite).

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Abeer

8.2

December 2024

Hotel Review I recently stayed at this charming little hotel and had a pleasant experience overall. The hotel is small and cozy, with a welcoming atmosphere. The rooms, while compact, were cute, clean, and thoughtfully arranged to make the most of the space. One of the highlights of my stay was the staff. They were incredibly helpful and friendly, always making sure guests felt welcome and cared for. Their hospitality truly stood out. The location is decent, about a 10-minute walk from the nearest station, which might feel slightly inconvenient with luggage but is manageable. my overall experience was nice, and I would recommend this hotel to those looking for a simple, clean, and welcoming place to stay.

However, there were a couple of drawbacks. The hotel doesn’t have a professional kitchen, so whenever meals were being prepared, there was a lingering fish smell throughout the property. This was a bit unpleasant. Additionally, the food options were exclusively Japanese cuisine, which might not be ideal for international tourists looking for more variety.

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Abeer

8.2

December 2024

Hotel Review I recently stayed at this charming little hotel and had a pleasant experience overall. The hotel is small and cozy, with a welcoming atmosphere. The rooms, while compact, were cute, clean, and thoughtfully arranged to make the most of the space. One of the highlights of my stay was the staff. They were incredibly helpful and friendly, always making sure guests felt welcome and cared for. Their hospitality truly stood out. The location is decent, about a 10-minute walk from the nearest station, which might feel slightly inconvenient with luggage but is manageable. my overall experience was nice, and I would recommend this hotel to those looking for a simple, clean, and welcoming place to stay.

However, there were a couple of drawbacks. The hotel doesn’t have a professional kitchen, so whenever meals were being prepared, there was a lingering fish smell throughout the property. This was a bit unpleasant. Additionally, the food options were exclusively Japanese cuisine, which might not be ideal for international tourists looking for more variety.

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Abeer

8.2

December 2024

Hotel Review I recently stayed at this charming little hotel and had a pleasant experience overall. The hotel is small and cozy, with a welcoming atmosphere. The rooms, while compact, were cute, clean, and thoughtfully arranged to make the most of the space. One of the highlights of my stay was the staff. They were incredibly helpful and friendly, always making sure guests felt welcome and cared for. Their hospitality truly stood out. The location is decent, about a 10-minute walk from the nearest station, which might feel slightly inconvenient with luggage but my overall experience was nice, and I would recommend this hotel to those looking for a simple, clean, and welcoming place to stay.

However, there were a couple of drawbacks. The hotel doesn’t have a professional kitchen, so whenever meals were being prepared, there was a lingering fish smell throughout the property. This was a bit unpleasant. Additionally, the food options were exclusively Japanese cuisine, which might not be ideal for international tourists looking for more variety.

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Martha

9.1

May 2025

The hotel was pretty ideally located being close to the subway station and an easy walk to shopping and the Nishiki area. There are a lot of small restaurants very near the hotel. The hotel is very nice with a comfortable lounge with drinks and snacks. The rooms are a bit small. There is little room for suitcases larger than carryon size. The bed was comfortable. The hotel was very quite. Staff was very friendly and helpful. We would stay there again.

Our room was a little small. There was insufficient space to unpack or to keep suitcases open.

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Alysha

10

November 2024

The location of the hotel in Kyoto was perfect—centrally situated with easy access to a wide variety of restaurants and close to a station. It made exploring the city incredibly convenient. The hotel itself is very new, and it shows in the modern, clean, and spacious rooms, which provided a comfortable and relaxing stay. One of the standout features was the small room where guests could sit and enjoy drinks at no extra cost. It was such a thoughtful touch and really added to the overall experience. The amenities were top-notch, and the room even had a speaker, which was a nice little luxury.

The only downside I would mention is that if you're planning to rent a bike for multiple days, there is no designated place to store it at the hotel. This could be inconvenient for guests who want to cycle around the city for extended periods.

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Andrew

10

October 2024

There is more than one General Kyoto hotel. This one was a fanatastic sight seeing base. It is 2 stops up from Kyoto Central station. The Gion district is a 20 minute walk, the Castle is 20 mins etc. It is a very safe neighbourhood and saturated with restaurants meters from the door. It is a quiet sanctuary. The hotel and lounge felt brand new. Very very clean and tastefully done. The breakfast was really good with a choice of fish or meat with a small buffet of pastry/bread style to fill up on if you wished. After 2 days you felt confident enough to drop in for a break and then set off to a different part of the city. If you have an IC card you just tap and go on the subway or bus. The municipal transport is so reliable, clean and safe in Kyoto that you wonder why the car was invented. A perfect base for a short stay.

Nothing. Everything was handled by the helpful staff.

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Joyce

10

December 2024

Everything! The room and facilities were amazing. The location was very convenient being close to two subway stations and close to convient stores and many restaurants and shops. The staff was lovely and fantastic. Nami found for us a last minute tea ceremony spot, Choi and one gentleman (that I forgot the name) gave us great recommendations for local spots. They also provide you with maps with restaurant recommendations, cafes, public baths around the hotel.

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Tania

9.1

May 2024

Gorgeous boutique hotel. The rooms were cute and cosy and to a high standard. They had happy hour in the afternoons which was great after a day out. It was self serve beer, wine, coffee, tea and soft drink. They also had snacks too munch on. Breakfast was also different and lovely. Reception staff always helpful whether it was getting you a cab and advising the driver in Japanese on where you wanted to go or organising to have your luggage transported to your next destination for a fee. Hotel was located in a quiet street but also within walking distance to restaurants and shopping precinct.

Points of Interest Around THE GENERAL KYOTO Bukkouji Shinmachi

Attractions

Nishi Hongan-ji Temple

0.8mi

Kamogawa River (Kamo River)

0.9mi

Shoren-in Temple

1.5mi

Kyoto Handicraft Center

1.7mi

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

2.6mi

Togetsu-kyo Bridge

4.5mi

Sagano

4.9mi

Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum

5.1mi

Byodo-in Temple

8.3mi

Osaka Museum of Housing and Living

24.5mi

Utsubo Park

26.5mi

National Bunraku Theater

27.1mi

Sennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street

27.4mi

Minami

27.5mi

Tempozan Ferris Wheel

30.2mi

Amenities of THE GENERAL KYOTO Bukkouji Shinmachi

Free wifi

Air conditioning

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Bidet

Free toiletries

Stay rules - THE GENERAL KYOTO Bukkouji Shinmachi

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property