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Genji Kyoto, a Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Kyoto Tower

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk
Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk
City view
Garden

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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shimogyo-ku hasidono-cho362-3, Kyoto, kyoto, 6008113
  • Kyoto Tower
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Nishiki Market
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Kiyomizu Temple
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds (Garden)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Deluxe Room (Garden)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Suite (Garden)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room (City) | City view

Deluxe Room (City)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Premium Room (City)

  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Futons and 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Studio (City)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Superior Room (River)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, Balcony (River) | Balcony

Deluxe Room, Balcony (River)

  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Suite, Balcony (River)

  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony (River)

  • River view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Shimogyo Ward stay.Your stay at this Shimogyo Ward hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Kyoto Tower and Nishiki Market. Kiyomizu Temple and Fushimi Inari Shrine are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Kyoto Tower - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Nijō Castle - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Fushimi Inari Shrine - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Kiyomizu-gojo Station - 5 min walk
  • Gojo Station - 10 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Söt Coffee Roaster Kyoto - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Walden Woods Kyoto - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hachi Record Shop and Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪酒と肴 土と日 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪murmur coffee kyoto - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Genji Kyoto, a Member of Design Hotels

3.5-star hotel near Kyoto Tower
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Genji Kyoto, a Member of Design Hotels also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and concierge services.

This 3.5-star Kyoto hotel is smoke free.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Genji Kyoto, a Member of Design Hotels offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. These individually decorated accommodations include dining tables. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, rainfall showerheads, and hydromassage showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Japanese

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: JPY 3,740 for adults and JPY 3,740 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 200-10,000 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.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately JPY 3740 for adults and JPY 3740 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Children 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Genji Kyoto, a Member of Design Hotels to the airport?

Genji Kyoto, a Member of Design Hotels is 30.4 mi (51-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Genji Kyoto, a Member of Design Hotels?

As of Aug 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Genji Kyoto, a Member of Design Hotels on Aug 26, 2025 start from $202.23, excluding 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.

Does Genji Kyoto, a Member of Design Hotels have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Genji Kyoto, a Member of Design Hotels.

Does Genji Kyoto, a Member of Design Hotels offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Genji Kyoto, a Member of Design Hotels, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of JPY 3740 for adults and JPY 3740 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Genji Kyoto, a Member of Design Hotels?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Genji Kyoto, a Member of Design Hotels?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Genji Kyoto, a Member of Design Hotels?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Genji Kyoto, a Member of Design Hotels have a pool?

Genji Kyoto, a Member of Design Hotels does not have a pool.

Does Genji Kyoto, a Member of Design Hotels have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Genji Kyoto, a Member of Design Hotels have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Genji Kyoto, a Member of Design Hotels to downtown Kyoto?

Genji Kyoto, a Member of Design Hotels is 1.3 mi away from Kyoto.

Genji Kyoto, a Member of Design Hotels Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We loved this place. The staff was lively and helpful, room comfortable, location ideal.
Rooftop view at breakfast.
Rooftop view at breakfast.
Trendy designer hotel in a little neighborhood that reminded us Venice, California.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Vancouver

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional hospitality. Beautiful design. 10/10
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre, Fairfield

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing boutique hotel!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an incredibly special place. It is an architectural masterpiece. The service is impeccable. The location is excellent. The staff pays attention to every detail. What a beautiful stay we had in Kyoto at this amazing space. Thanks to Serj and Eri and Katsuya and the rest of the staff - we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xiaodong

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A boutique hotel located in a tranquil neighborhood beside the beautiful Kamo-gawa River and definitely a highlight of our trip in Kyoto. Very convenient guest rooms with modern-style design combining traditional Japanese elements. Superb and helpful staffs. All of these made a lasting impression on me and gave me wonderful memories.

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Galina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a fabulous hotel from all points of view: convenient location, gorgeous design, excellent amenities, but most importantly staff who go out of their way to accommodate the guests. Everyone was excellent. Many thanks to multilingual Sergei who takes special care of his guests. I highly recommend this hotel and will certainly return if I have another opportunity to be in Kyoto.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay at this hotel. Great service, they are all super helpful and friendly. We had our Japanese breakfast at the terrace. Food was delicious and amazing view! Highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Genji met expectations

Overall great stay at Genji that met expectations. I'd recommend it, though think there are likely equal or better alternatives in Kyoto. We stayed here for 1 night as part of a 2 week honeymoon trip. Room: overall very good. Great shower and bath. Spacious. Nice mix of modern and traditional design. We had a garden room and I wish we had gotten a river view room as the garden view felt a bit meh/dark. Service: helpful and friendly staff. We had one misstep toward the end of our stay re: laundry services that impacted our experience a bit but not a dealbreaker. Area: nice area of Kyoto. Walkable and near the trains. They had just replaced the flooring in our room so there was a strong straw smell. Worth knowing if that kinda thing will bother you.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yusuke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clay

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No other comments
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chengyu, Bellevue

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Genji is a gem

Well located, beautifully conceived, designed and constructed. All staff were eager, friendly, thoughtful and competent. Loved the properly constructed timber furniture and the modern traditional design was inspiring.
Tortoises seen from our balcony
Kamo River and Gion from rooftop garden
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice helpful staff. Very clean and modern. Excellent place to stay in Kyoto
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Amenities
New modern hotel in a prime location. First class service. Has a lovely rooftop terrace to view the city.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monty

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an amazing hotel. The room was great and spacious. The service at the hotel is outstanding. The staff is extremely helpful and courteous. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One of my top hotels in the world

One of my favorite hotel stays ever, anywhere. The staff are incredible, the service is second to none, and the rooms are lovely - modern, with a Japanese minimalist sensibility.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Micah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were exceptional, room had great views of the river. Conveniently located within walking distance to attractions, or close to public transport for areas further away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Simply one of the best hotel stays we've ever had. Service level is extremely high, even by Japanese standards. Hotel design is beautiful and modern while staying true to the Kyoto aesthetic. Location is perfect. With the experience provided, this was the best value of our trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Genji Kyoto is fantastic. Beautiful modern interpretation of traditional machiya down to the detail. Comfortable beds and pillows, large shower, and every amenity is connected to the design. Service is exceptional. Great roof top lounge and gardens throughout!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The most amazing place!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023