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$300Shimogyo-ku Funeboko cho 385 , Kyoto, 600-8443, Japan
1,089 reviews
1/53
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 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
23.5miKobe Airport
39.2miKansai International Airport
49.3miChūbu Centrair International Airport
60.3miFree wifi
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Elevator
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Bidet
Free toiletries
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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, 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 Size
1 King Size Bed
215 sqft
Flat-screen TV
Air conditioning
Tea/Coffee maker
Upper floors accessible by elevator
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9.3
1,089 reviewsCategories of assessments
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Featured reviews:
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Attractions
Nishi Hongan-ji Temple
0.8miKamogawa River (Kamo River)
0.9miShoren-in Temple
1.5miKyoto Handicraft Center
1.7miThe Philosopher’s Path (Tetsugaku-no-michi)
2.6miTogetsu-kyo Bridge
4.5miSagano
4.9miGekkeikan Okura Sake Museum
5.1miByodo-in Temple
8.3miOsaka Museum of Housing and Living
24.5miUtsubo Park
26.5miNational Bunraku Theater
27.1miSennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street
27.4miMinami
27.5miTempozan Ferris Wheel
30.2miAttractions
Nishi Hongan-ji Temple
0.8miKamogawa River (Kamo River)
0.9miShoren-in Temple
1.5miKyoto Handicraft Center
1.7miThe Philosopher’s Path (Tetsugaku-no-michi)
2.6miTogetsu-kyo Bridge
4.5miSagano
4.9miGekkeikan Okura Sake Museum
5.1miByodo-in Temple
8.3miOsaka Museum of Housing and Living
24.5miUtsubo Park
26.5miNational Bunraku Theater
27.1miSennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street
27.4miMinami
27.5miTempozan Ferris Wheel
30.2miAirports
Osaka International Airport
23.5miKobe Airport
39.2miKansai International Airport
49.3miChūbu Centrair International Airport
60.3miFree wifi
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Elevator
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Bidet
Free toiletries
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Bathroom
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower
Slippers
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Business Facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Cleaning Services
Laundry
Common Areas
Shared lounge/TV area
Food & Drink
Tea/Coffee maker
Food & drink safety
Breakfast to-go containers
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
Baggage storage
Concierge
Invoice provided
General
Air conditioning
Elevator
Executive lounge access
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Smoke-free property
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Electric kettle
Media & Technology
Flat-screen TV
Telephone
TV
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Safety & security
24-hour security
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Key card access
Safe
Security alarm
Smoke alarms
Safety features
Access to healthcare professionals
First aid kits available
Services
Wake-up service
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
There's no age requirement for check-in
Come and go whenever you want
Parking may not be available
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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
0 - 1 years
The price in JPY has been converted to show you the approximate price in USD.
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No capacity for extra beds.
Cash
American Express,
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Mastercard,
JCB,
Maestro,
Cash only,
UnionPay
This property accepts cash.
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