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HOTEL ARU KYOTO

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Kiyomizu Temple

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Exterior
Restaurant

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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48 dikokuchou nakagyouku, Kyoto, kyoto, 604-8031
  • Place, Pontocho Alley
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Nishiki Market
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Kiyomizu Temple
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Room options

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Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Basic Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Basic Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Central Kyoto
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
4.8 out of 5, Exceptional, 109 reviews
$1,119 nightly
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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto stay.At this Downtown Kyoto hotel, you'll be well placed to visit Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley, both within a 5-minute walk. Kiyomizu Temple and Nijō Castle are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Pontocho Alley - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Shijo Street - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Yasaka Shrine - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Sanjo Station - 4 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 5 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪麺匠一粒万倍 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪京都ダイニング 正義 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪薬師 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪磯丸水産 三条河原町店 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪焼肉処竜宝 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

HOTEL ARU KYOTO

3-star hotel near Kiyomizu Temple
As a guest of HOTEL ARU KYOTO, you'll find a vending machine, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The front desk is open around the clock.

This 3-star Kyoto hotel is smoke free.

  • 55 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
HOTEL ARU KYOTO offers 55 accommodations with safes and slippers. Beds feature down comforters. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, designer toiletries, toilets with an electronic bidet, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. In-room massages, irons/ironing boards, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: JPY 1,870 for adults and JPY 1,870 for children

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in hallways (39 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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.

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 100–10,000 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 buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 1870 for adults and JPY 1870 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 cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and outdoor lighting
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • 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.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is HOTEL ARU KYOTO to the airport?

HOTEL ARU KYOTO is 31.4 mi (63-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does HOTEL ARU KYOTO have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at HOTEL ARU KYOTO.

Does HOTEL ARU KYOTO offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at HOTEL ARU KYOTO, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of JPY 1870 for adults and JPY 1870 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at HOTEL ARU KYOTO?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at HOTEL ARU KYOTO?

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

Is there free parking at HOTEL ARU KYOTO?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does HOTEL ARU KYOTO have a pool?

HOTEL ARU KYOTO does not have a pool.

Does HOTEL ARU KYOTO have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is HOTEL ARU KYOTO to downtown Kyoto?

HOTEL ARU KYOTO is 0.2 mi away from Kyoto.

Reviews

HOTEL ARU KYOTO Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 169 out of 223 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 223 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 223 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 223 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 223 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stella

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing, zero complaints!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Julia

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Olga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable bed. Surprisingly quiet. The bathroom sink had non existent hot water pressure and the bidet had only cold water. Other than that great location and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Had a corner room. Beautiful tinted windows on two walls. Best bathroom we encountered in our entire Japan stay. A bathtub with a skyline view! Terrific location with a huge array of food and shopping options steps from the hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Holly

Not that great. Not really set up for foreigners. Staff member a but unhelpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, close to the subway and very safe
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

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

Good location and value for money.

Hotel in great area, good for trains and evenings out, close to Gion.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great experience. The staff is super friendly and the location is great.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

An, Redmond

Liked: Cleanliness
big room, nice and clean too.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vasilisa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was very nice. Hotel itself doesn’t have very many amenities but it’s close to the heart of Kyoto.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely people. Great area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Harry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s good to stay in the property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maricruz

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

10/10 Excellent

Rocio

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

Cozy place in Kyoto

Very cute, comfortable, conveniently located. We also got lucky and had a corner room so having to windows with light coming in was amazing plus the tinted glass window sliding sliding covers were good.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay! Amazing bathroom and shower! Everything great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Lovely hotel in perfect location

Lovely hotel in perfect location. Good breakfast and a discount at bar. Staff were really welcoming and kind.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dienyffer

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is located in a nice convenient area of kyoto qith shopping and dining options. And close enough to walk to Gion.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Julio

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Aru Kyoto is a good choice
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were impressed with such a cozy hotel .Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michaele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and the staff were super friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Aru is extremely well located, is very quiet, and has a lovely ambience and decor. The Japanese breakfast was excellent. We also found our room to be quite large by Japanese standards. We loved our stay there and would highly recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Dan

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked the property. Very nice bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025