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REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels

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

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Bar

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57, Higashikujou Muromachi, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, 601-8001
  • Place, Kyoto Station Building
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kyoto Tower
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Double Room with Shower Booth, Non smoking

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

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Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, Non Smoking

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

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Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking

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

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Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Shower Booth Single

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Premier Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4

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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
  • Kyoto TERRSA - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • To-ji Temple - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪おそば処 葵 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪イノダコーヒ - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪CAFFE COLORADO 京都駅八条口店 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪和カフェ 京あんじゅ - ‬2 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 self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 2,500 for adults and JPY 1,300 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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).

Property is also known as

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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 27.1 mi (53-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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 mi away from Kyoto.

REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 246 out of 363 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 363 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 363 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 363 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 363 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, good amenities and room size, and tasty buffet style breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, staff were so attentive, laundry in the hotel, so close to the station. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

mario

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

3 days in Kyoto

It was great , with enough choices for different tastes.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Real

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chi Hin

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sung Min

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ada Wing Man

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, less than 10 mins walk to koyto stationn
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My 11y/o son and I had a fantastic experience. The staff were welcoming and helpful. Amazing area and convenient to Kyoto Station. Lots of options for eating in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelvin

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient, easy to get to station and had laundry in hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas k

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room small but clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Xiaowei

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sampson, Aurora

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and the best Buffett
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik

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

Very good hotel with small room

I liked the hotel it's close to the train station property is clean staff is nice. Room was little bit funny for me you have a sink in the room I have never seen it before and my first reaction was where is shower because after I got in the room I saw door on the right and was only toilet but there is another door on the left for shower not used of this kind of layout. Breakfast is mostly Asian food but there is bread too.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gizem

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to Kyoto station, the staff was very helpful and kind, delicious and various breakfast. We stayed with a child and could fit in the room. Wonderful stay. You can find everything you need. Totally recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Greig

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location for Kyoto station. We used the shinkansen ro arrive in Kyoto and used the buses and jr lines extensively in Kyoto. Took a bus to Nagoya, the pickup point a 3 minute walk, if that, from the hotel. Virtually around the corner from the hotel, facing Kyoto station. The free welcome drinks from 1400 -2000 is a great relaxer after a day on your feet. Hotel laundry 300 yen for either washing or drying..pretty good.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Tsaiyeh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Had higher expectations for this considering it was a 4-star hotel. Very clean and minimalistic. Loved the free tea for happy hour. Staff were helpful and super kind. The lobby area was beautiful and so was the room. Only complaint was no matter how long I waited, my sink never got warm or hot water. It was in fact ice cold and I came in December! There was no water or amenities in the room, amenities were downstairs and there just wasn’t any water. Very small room, almost didn’t have enough space and I don’t require a lot. Overall, decent place, just expected more for the price and 4-star rating.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to Kyoto Station. Pleasant staff and clean facilities. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

IAIA

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

Convenient and relaxing

This hotel is welcoming and bright from the arrival at Reception lobby. Staff are helpful and kind in a natural way. Free soft and alcohol drinks from afternoon until the evening. Nice range of toiletries to choose from by reception desk. Very nice room. Different layout to what I expected, more like a ryokan but smaller and within a modern structure. Very conveniently located at walking distance from Kyoto Station
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Nguyet

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
THERE IS NO LAUNDRY FACILITY IN THE HOTEL!!! The laundry service won’t open on Sunday! While in the website advertised there’s laundry facility. The coin-laundry shop 10 minutes away. We stay in different hotels during our trip with about the same standard and advertising there are laundry facility or laundry machine in the room. Who needs laundry like me on Sunday will be hard. What’s a bummer!!! Staff overall are good! Walking distance location to station.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just be aware that the wifi speed is not as good as what people are used to in the US.
Stayed 27 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gaston, Chandler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay near Tokyo Station
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Anh Hoang, Montreal

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room too small, the bed was not very good
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024