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HOTEL LiVEMAX Kyoto Gojo

2.5 star property
Hotel near Kiyomizu Temple in Kyoto

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Reception
Vending machine
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Laundry room
Exterior

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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698-2 Kakimoto-cho, Gojo-nishi, Inokuma-dori Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8357
  • Place, Kyoto Tower
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Nishiki Market
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room, Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room, Non Smoking

  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Single Room, Smoking

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Single Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room, Non Smoking

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room, Smoking

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room, Non Smoking (Dog Friendly)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Shimogyo Ward stay.Your stay at this Shimogyo Ward hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Nijō Castle and Kiyomizu Temple. Shijo Street and Nishihonganji Temple are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Shijo Street - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kyoto Tower - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kawaramachi Street - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Nijō Castle - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Gojo Station - 10 min walk
  • Omiya Station - 11 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪京料理 たん熊北店 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪ラーメン魁力屋 堀川五条店 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪ラーメン横綱 五条店 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪がんこ 西本願寺別邸 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Restraunt & Bar kazahana(風花) - ‬2 min walk

About this property

HOTEL LiVEMAX Kyoto Gojo

Hotel near Kiyomizu Temple in Kyoto
As a guest of HOTEL LiVEMAX Kyoto Gojo, you'll find a vending machine, laundry facilities, and an elevator. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Kyoto hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 46 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
HOTEL LiVEMAX Kyoto Gojo offers 46 air-conditioned accommodations with slippers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and toilets with an electronic bidet.

This Kyoto hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with pay movies.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (JPY 1,500 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking (max 5 spaces per unit)

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Pay movies

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: JPY 2000 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 22 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant 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 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.

  • Self parking fee: JPY 1500 per night
  • Pet fee: JPY 2000 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Alipay and PayPay
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, Alipay, and PayPay. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

This property will accept and store luggage in advance for guests only from the day before check-in until check-in. Guests need to notify the property in advance if they will be sending luggage prior to check-in. Luggage sent in advance without prior notification may not be accepted. By law, the property cannot accept and store valuables, perishables, or living things.

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.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

HOTEL LiVEMAX
HOTEL LiVEMAX Kyoto-Gojo
HOTEL LiVEMAX Kyoto Gojo
LiVEMAX HOTEL
LiVEMAX Kyoto-Gojo

Frequently asked questions

How close is HOTEL LiVEMAX Kyoto Gojo to the airport?

HOTEL LiVEMAX Kyoto Gojo is 30 mi (50-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does HOTEL LiVEMAX Kyoto Gojo have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at HOTEL LiVEMAX Kyoto Gojo.

Does HOTEL LiVEMAX Kyoto Gojo offer free breakfast?

HOTEL LiVEMAX Kyoto Gojo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at HOTEL LiVEMAX Kyoto Gojo?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at HOTEL LiVEMAX Kyoto Gojo?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at HOTEL LiVEMAX Kyoto Gojo?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for JPY 1500 per night.

Does HOTEL LiVEMAX Kyoto Gojo have a pool?

HOTEL LiVEMAX Kyoto Gojo does not have a pool.

Does HOTEL LiVEMAX Kyoto Gojo have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is HOTEL LiVEMAX Kyoto Gojo to downtown Kyoto?

HOTEL LiVEMAX Kyoto Gojo is 1.5 mi away from Kyoto.

HOTEL LiVEMAX Kyoto Gojo Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 219 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 219 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 219 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 219 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 219 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thi Thuy Anh

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Pipaluk

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Stuart

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Average hotel, toilet drainage smelt and the first hotel in our trip where you they did no offer luggage service. Avoid Live max chain if you want to use luggage forwarding service.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

praveen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
liked the location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sufiyan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, everything you need - big rooms also!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

e8bitveteran-

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy walk to the Temples and transport links into town. Friendly staff and plenty of vending machines.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

De Qiang

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Only accessible by Bus otherwise enjoy a nice long walk from Kyoto Station. The facilities isn’t that well maintain, I was check into a room with a hole in the wall and a closet that looks like it’s door had been removed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Burcin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I canceled my reservation upon arrival. This place is filthy, it smells ans beds are out dated, uncomfortable beds. Horrible.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

SUMIT

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Rose Ann

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

you really get what you pay for..

Hotel was really old, location was ok near bus stops. Room was dirty, I was really uncomfortable all night. I found old socks under the bed and the bidet in the bathroom had black mold in it. Bathroom had this smell in it also. I had to cancel the remainder of our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

John, Belfast

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

Karate Trip

Perfect trip. This suited me no problems at all. Very happy with location and suited us for all our trips out
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Jie Tao

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

Good price but not a good location

We only stayed one night in this hotel for leisure. The hotel is not in a good location for going around major tourism spots. Kyoto's bus direction is confusing and we wasted a lot of time in transport. I would rather stay close to Kyoto station next time.

4/10 Poor

Rajiv

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

Clean.

Rooms have no telephone hence you are cut out completely. The staff at reception does not speak English, hence non-Japanese beware. The staff have no idea about reservations to airport hence you have to make your own reservations. The inroom massages advertised so well cost 11,000 yen which is prohibitively expensive and overpriced for anybody.

10/10 Excellent

Julian

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

Good location, cheap, good room, good staff

Friendly and helpful hotel staff and clean room. Nice cold AC in room and nice en suite. Cheap and would recommend. Good location too!

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice inexpensive hotel

The hotel was being renovated while I was there, so the condition wasn't great in some parts of the hotel, but I'm sure that is temporary. The staff were very helpful and the location is good. It's a 5 minute walk to Tambaguchi station and a 20 minute walk to Kyoto station where the shinkansen can be boarded. There is free wifi which is great. My only disappointments were the bed needed to be replaced and the wifi was not very good. Very spotty connection that often would hang for up to a minute several times an hour. If you need wifi to do work in the hotel, then you'll be frustrated. I would stay here again though and recommend it to others on a budget, so the good outweighed the bad.

10/10 Excellent

Amiee, Liverpool

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Extremely polite friendly staff, great location and price

6/10 Okay

Greg, LA

Ok for short business stay

Fine for a short business stay, but can't recommend it too much for family vacation. They didn't have non-smoking rooms for us, so we stayed in the smoking rooms. Bathrooms are small; even by Japanese standards. There's a microwave in each room, but one of the rooms we had had a very noise AC unit. The location of the hotel is ok; there's only 3 parking spaces, so don't expect to park there for free as advertised. The wifi is slow, but manageable. The beds were mediocre at best. So ok, but not above average.

8/10 Good

Lee, London living in Korea

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Kyoto for a couple of days on my own

The room was small, but contained everything needed. The hotel was clean and warm, a bit too warm with the higher than seasonal temperatures, but the staff helped me to unjam the window so I could get some cooling. The hotel is located a bit away from the centre of the town, 5/6 stops on the bus, which probably accounts for its reasonable cost. As a single I would have no hesitation in staying there again, but am not sure about the rooms if I was with my wife. I don't know if they have larger rooms, which we would need. That said and for what I wanted - fine.

8/10 Good

erik

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

decent

Nice hotel, but a little far from most activities. Always have to take a bus. Standard hotel for Japan.

8/10 Good

David, England

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

Good Hotel But A Little Remote

Livemax seem to be a bit of a budget chain, we stayed in 2 different branches during the trip. Both were clean, comfortable and had helpful staff. This branch is a little away from the sights, 15-20 mins walk from the station and 20-25 mins walk to the main attractions. However this was reflected in the discount price we paid.

8/10 Good

Josephine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

10/10 Excellent

Babette, Los Angeles, CA

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

Great Location - Disregard Naysayers!

I had a great experience at this Comfort Inn and am baffled by all the reviewers complaining about the location. It is a safe fifteen-minute walk from Kyoto Station, a huge transportation hub, and a bus bound for the station stops across the street every ten minutes. There are also several temples, shrines, and museums in walking distance. The rooms are nothing extravagant but they're secure, clean, and comfortable. The staff checked me in speedily upon arrival and were helpful, warm, and spoke good conversational English. They also sell day passes for the bus, which was very convenient, and provide a fresh, tasty, and diverse breakfast buffet that offers both authentic Japanese fare and western staples. If I returned to Kyoto with twice the budget I had on this trip, I would probably still book the Comfort Inn Kyoto Gojo!

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Clean, inexpensive hotel with a couple of perks.

If you're like me, and are less concerned about bells and whistles at your hotel, and just looking for a relatively nice, inexpensive place to lay your head at night (because you won't be spending much time there anyway), then this is a good hotel for you. The #9 bus from Kyoto station will take you almost directly there (then about a 5 min. walk down the street). The subway is quite a walk, especially if you have luggage. There are several bus stops in the area that will take you anywhere you need to go. Pick up a bus map at Kyoto station. The hotel sells daily bus passes which is a nice convenience. The hotel seems older and in need of renovations, but was clean. The rooms are small, which is to be expected in Japan. The bed and pillow were hard. They have a washer & dryer that I was able to use. It was a little expensive and the clothes weren't even close to dry after an hour. The hotel offers free wi-fi on all floors and free breakfast, both a bonus in Japan. The breakfast was very good & it was nice not to have that expense given the cost of meals in Japan. The staff was very pleasant & helpful. Overall, this hotel offered everything I was looking for: inexpensive, decent location, free food & wi-fi and a clean room to lay my head at night.

6/10 Okay

SETSUKO

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
とても親切でした
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

noriko

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
部屋からが広くて良かったです
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025