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Hotel Espasion Pontocho

2.0 star property
Hotel near Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto

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A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Hotel Espasion Pontocho."
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a large wall mural, and a ceiling light fixture.
An elevator with a digital display showing the number 1, indicating the first floor.
A hotel entrance with a glass door, a doormat with the hotel's name, and a QR code on the wall.
A reception desk with two digital welcome screens, a door labeled "OFFICE," and a textured wall with a hotel name.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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196 Shimokorikicho Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto, 604-8016
  • Place, Pontocho Alley
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Shijo Street
    ‪3 min walk‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a TV, a small table, and a mini-fridge.

Standard Double Room

  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a small round table, and a single chair.

Standard Twin Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Economy Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, a bathroom with a mirror and sink, and a window with curtains.

Economy Twin Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and two chairs.

Superior Double Room

  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a large abstract wall art piece.

Superior Twin Room

  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a small round table, and a seating area.

Premium Twin Room

  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small round table, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

Deluxe Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Down comforters, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Double Room, Non-smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Down comforters, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Superior Double Room, Non-smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Down comforters, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Twin Room, Non-smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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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 Shijo Street, both within a 5-minute walk. Also, Nishiki Market is within half a mile (1 km) and Kiyomizu Temple is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Pontocho Alley - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kiyamachi Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kawaramachi Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Shijo Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Gion-shijo Station - 4 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 7 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Bottle Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Master's Dream Kyoto - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Thai Kitchen Baramee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪六傳屋 先斗町店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪えなみ家 サクの間 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Espasion Pontocho

Hotel near Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto
Hotel Espasion Pontocho offers its guests a vending machine, multilingual staff, and an elevator. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Kyoto hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
Hotel Espasion Pontocho offers 21 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and slippers. Beds feature down comforters. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, toilets with an electronic bidet, hair dryers, and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

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 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an access code
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, 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.

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, 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, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, 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.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Espasion Pontocho to the airport?

Hotel Espasion Pontocho is 28.6 mi (63-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Espasion Pontocho?

As of Aug 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Espasion Pontocho on Aug 20, 2026 start from $70, including 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 Hotel Espasion Pontocho have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Espasion Pontocho.

Does Hotel Espasion Pontocho offer free breakfast?

Hotel Espasion Pontocho does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hotel Espasion Pontocho?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Espasion Pontocho?

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

Is there free parking at Hotel Espasion Pontocho?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Hotel Espasion Pontocho have a pool?

Hotel Espasion Pontocho does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Espasion Pontocho have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Espasion Pontocho to downtown Kyoto?

Hotel Espasion Pontocho is 0.4 mi away from Kyoto.

Hotel Espasion Pontocho Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is convenient to get to the hotel. It locates pretty much in the center of everything. Travelers who like shopping will definitely love to stay in this hotel. Also, it is very easy to get to see things since the train station is within walking distance. Staff is extremely helpful and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El hotel huele delicioso tiene un aroma suave al entrar. Las habitaciones son pequeñas pero tienen todo lo necesario, el personal es amable. Tienes cerca muchas opciones para comer, una tienda de Don Quijote cerca. Felicitaciones especiales a Ong muy profesional y muy amable, tuvimos un inconveniente que resolvió inmediatamente y de la mejor forma, muchas gracias Ong!!! Definitivamente volvería a hospedarme en este hotel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

YEON WOO

객실 들어가자마자 환기 안 한 냄새가 났습니다. 폰토초 길이 작지만 유동인구가 있다보니 새벽에 사람들 소리 지르고 오토바이 소리에 잠을 설쳤습니다.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keishi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

AKIRA

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

kyoichi

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chih Chien

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025