Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Nijō Castle

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Triple Room, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes
Front of property
Reception
Lobby
Property amenity

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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59-61 Nishinotoin, Shijo, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8494
  • Place, Nijō Castle
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Kyoto Tower
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Kiyomizu Temple
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

Single Room, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(56 reviews)
  • 145 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room, Non Smoking

  • 178 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 178 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Triple Room, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Beds

Quadruple Room, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Beds

Semi Double Room - Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Single Room - Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

Standard Twin - Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 3

Semi-Double Room, Non Smoking (120cm bed, 2 guests only)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 145 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Royal Twin - Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Double - Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Shimogyo Ward stay.Your stay at this Shimogyo Ward hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Nijō Castle and Gion Corner. Kyoto Tower and Kyoto Imperial Palace are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Nijō Castle - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Kyoto Tower - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Gion Corner - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Karasuma Station - 5 min walk
  • Nijojo-mae Station - 14 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪京都肉食堂 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪ハンバーグラボ - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪クロワ ルース - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪タンメンと餃子 KIBARU - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪赤まる - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo

3-star hotel near Nijō Castle
As a guest of Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo, you'll find a vending machine, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo also features dry cleaning/laundry services and an elevator.

This 3-star Kyoto hotel is smoke free.

  • 140 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • 10 buildings
  • Built in 1990
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo offers 140 air-conditioned accommodations with bathrobes and slippers. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 26-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Kyoto hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered weekly and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

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 1,500 for adults and JPY 1,500 for children

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 26-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 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.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • 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 200-10,000 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 1500 for adults and JPY 1500 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Housekeeping service is provided every 4 days.

We should mention

  • One child 5 years old or younger stays 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.
  • To adhere to national/local laws, air conditioning may be restricted to certain hours from 19 October to 08 April.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo to the airport?

Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo is 30.8 mi (53-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo.

Does Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of JPY 1500 for adults and JPY 1500 for children. It's available every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo?

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

Is there free parking at Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo have a pool?

Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo does not have a pool.

Does Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo have a restaurant?

Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo is home to 2F朝食会場, which features Japanese cuisine.

Does Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo to downtown Kyoto?

Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo is 0.9 mi away from Kyoto.