REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels

4.0 star property
Family-friendly 4-star hotel near Kyoto Tower

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Restaurant
Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Garden
Front of property
Lobby

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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57, Higashikujou Muromachi, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, 601-8001
  • Place, Kyoto Tower
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Kiyomizu Temple
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room with Shower Booth, Non smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 132 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 185 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room without Cleaning Service - Non smoking

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Minami Ward stay.With a stay at this Minami Ward hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Kyoto Tower and 2 miles (3 km) of Kenninji Temple. Kiyomizu Temple and Kyoto Imperial Palace are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Kyoto Station Building - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kyoto Tower - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kawaramachi Street - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 7 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 8 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • Kyoto Station - 2 min walk
  • Kujo Station - 6 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪イノダコーヒ - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪和カフェ 京あんじゅ - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪おそば処 葵 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪京都生そば もり平 - ‬3 min walk

About this property

REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels

Family-friendly 4-star hotel near Kyoto Tower
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at the family-friendly REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels. 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 4-star Kyoto hotel.

  • 124 guestrooms or units
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels offers 124 accommodations with slippers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels and pay movies.

Bathrooms include toilets with an electronic bidet and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). In-room massages, irons/ironing boards, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Babysitting
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Stroller

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered self parking on site (JPY 1,500 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 1,400 for adults and JPY 700 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Shopping mall

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
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, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

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 1400 for adults and JPY 700 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: JPY 1500 per night (in/out privileges)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels to the airport?

REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels is 29.6 mi (53-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels?

As of Nov 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels on Nov 13, 2025 start from $196.05, 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 REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels.

Does REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of JPY 1400 for adults and JPY 700 for children. It's available every day from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels?

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

Does REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels have a pool?

REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels does not have a pool.

Does REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels to downtown Kyoto?

REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels is 2.1 mi away from Kyoto.