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BOOK HOTEL Kyotokujo

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near Kawaramachi Street

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A modern hotel exterior with a well-lit entrance, large windows, and a visible interior with bookshelves.
A modern library with bookshelves, tables, and stools.
A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a display of framed pictures.
A modern interior with a bar area, seating, and bookshelves.
A modern library with wooden bookshelves, a seating area with a sofa and ottoman, and a carpeted floor.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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41 Higashikujo Karasumacho Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 601-8016
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Kyoto Station Building
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Kyoto Tower
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a small trash bin, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Minami Ward stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Minami Ward hotel, you'll find Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Tower. Fushimi Inari Shrine and Nishiki Market are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Kawaramachi Street - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kyoto Station Building - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kyoto TERRSA - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kyoto Tower - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • To-ji Temple - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Kujo Station - 2 min walk
  • Kyoto Station - 6 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪野菜＆串BAR 炭焼ろまん家 京都駅八条口店 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪焼肉弘 八条口店 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪和食さと - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪鉄板焼き すいそう - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪あかやしろ燈 - ‬5 min walk

About this property

BOOK HOTEL Kyotokujo

3-star hotel near Kawaramachi Street
As a guest of BOOK HOTEL Kyotokujo, you'll find a vending machine, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Kyoto hotel.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
BOOK HOTEL Kyotokujo offers 50 accommodations with slippers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, toilets with an electronic bidet, complimentary toiletries, and toothbrushes and toothpaste.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays 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.

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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, JCB International, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child 6 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.

Property is also known as

THE BOX HOTEL Kyoto
BOOK HOTEL Kyotokujo Hotel
BOOK HOTEL Kyotokujo Kyoto
Hotel Kyoto Kujo area Untitled
BOOK HOTEL Kyotokujo Hotel Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

How close is BOOK HOTEL Kyotokujo to the airport?

BOOK HOTEL Kyotokujo is 26.9 mi (54-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at BOOK HOTEL Kyotokujo?

As of Sep 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at BOOK HOTEL Kyotokujo on Sep 13, 2026 start from $75, 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 BOOK HOTEL Kyotokujo have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at BOOK HOTEL Kyotokujo.

Does BOOK HOTEL Kyotokujo offer free breakfast?

BOOK HOTEL Kyotokujo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at BOOK HOTEL Kyotokujo?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at BOOK HOTEL Kyotokujo?

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

Is there free parking at BOOK HOTEL Kyotokujo?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does BOOK HOTEL Kyotokujo have a pool?

BOOK HOTEL Kyotokujo does not have a pool.

Does BOOK HOTEL Kyotokujo have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is BOOK HOTEL Kyotokujo to downtown Kyoto?

BOOK HOTEL Kyotokujo is 2.2 mi away from Kyoto.

BOOK HOTEL Kyotokujo Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 94 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

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

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lobby has a nice environment for resting and reading. Location near subway, convenient to walk from East side of Kyoto station. Room and lobby clean and right temperature.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good property, will definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Saiizan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Greeted by books on the walls when I first enter the lobby. Check in was easy & smooth. The lobby is very loungey with nice furniture. The interior design is also beautiful. When you enter your room, you’re greeted with books on the wall. I enjoyed flipping through even though I don’t understand Japanese. Seeing the pictures & illustrations is fun. Standard japanese high quality bathroom. Nearby konbinis too! Within walkable ‘straight’ path distance to Kyoto Station.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I stayed here for 5 nights and very clean, quiet and modern rooms I would stay here again in the future
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great traditional Japanese experience
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hearty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love the location and the room is quite big compare to other hotels. Definitely will comeback.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the unique library book concept. Also the staff was very service-oriented. Also location is reasonably close to the Kyoto train station. Just a short taxi ride.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mariah

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Very cute
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Omar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pros: Clean, Cozy, Friendly Staff, Nice Bathrooms Cons: Bed mattresses are very hard and on the floor Overall: B
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shoichi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Synthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Library in the library was interesting
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beihong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
room was clean and size was ample since most hotel rooms in Japan are generally smaller. But for me I didn't know that the hotel was a book themed type of hotel since my son recommended from a search which their is no blaming anything here. But for a book lover this would be paradise because their are books everywhere in the lobby, hallways and your room but I mostly saw Japanese books but I'm sure there are English books somewhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Book Hotel is very close to the Kujo subway station with walking distance. Only one station to reach Kyoto station which you can transfer to everywhere. The hotel room was very comfortable & tidy, but lack of hooks for hanging clothes and towels. Staffs are kindly with good smile also the most unique is the decoration of the books located every corner at the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ting Wei

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room: clean and tidy, spacious for 2 people to stay, spacious bathroom, bed is a bit low (quite close to the floor), pillows are soft (not so supportive for the neck), nice and dark when you close all the curtain Staff: very friendly, can speak good English Amenities: No water or coffee supplied in room (tap water is drinkable), plenty of towels in bathroom with hair dryer, has a vending machine for drinks and laundromat on another floor, plenty of books for you to read (only in Japanese), there is a bar/cafe on the ground floor Location: 3 minutes walk from the nearest metro station (Kujo station), 9 minutes walk from Kyoto station, 2 convenience stores nearby * The building right next to the hotel is under some construction work when I visit. Noises are expected but bearable and this is definitely not the hotel’s fault (saw someone blaming the hotel for this).
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The place is new and modern, and the room was very clean and comfortable, almost big by Japanese standards. The location is in walking distance of the central station. However, the internet did not work the entire 3 days I was there. It was so bad I couldn't even send out emails. I reported it to the staff, and she said she will check later, but no improvement. I tried on two phones and my laptop, but nothing (so it definitely wasn't my devices). Having such terrible (pretty much non-existent) internet in Japan in 2026 is just unacceptable. Also, the staff hardly spoke any English and wasn't exactly friendly. When I left my key card to check-out I said goodbye, but the lady didn't even look up from the reception and didn't reply anything. I most certainly would not stay here again, which is a shame because the rooms are great.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Julie

Disliked: Staff & service
3 star hotel treating their customers less than 1 star. It still baffles me that a hotel offering a washing machine/dryer and refuses to give change to use the machine. In fact so determined not to do so leave notes about it. I have been travelling for 5 weeks and I have never come across this! I can only see this as a way of the hotel trying to force their customers to ‘buy change’ for the machines. I had enough coins for the washing machine but not the dryer so left the heating on all day in my room to dry the clothes. What a false economy for the hotel. Maybe think of what would be helpful for people staying with you. The indifference, greed and customers having to use other methods (at an additional cost to you) seems ridiculous and not at all eco-friendly. What a shame! I had other things I would have liked to ask the hotel staff but after this it was very clear to me I was not valued and it wouldn’t be worth my time. The only thing I could do is write this review.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kanae

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
大好きな本がたくさん読めて楽しかったし、ワクワクしました！ホテルもめちゃくちゃ綺麗だし、バスルームも広くてゆっくり出来ました！ 夜ご飯はホテルのカレーが気になった（夕方はカフェが空いてたので）ので食べようと1階に降りたらカフェが閉まってました。聞いたら今日はもう終わったと。じゃあ貼り紙か何かで夜は閉まりますって教えておいて欲しかった。そしたら買い物先に済ませておいたのに。説明もあまり申し訳ないとかもなくて、残念でしか無かったです。 それから朝も鍵を返す時に本もスタッフに返して欲しいと言われたので渡したら、無言で受け取られました。態度が悪くて朝からなんだかもやもや。
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

SAORI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
綺麗でした
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
コンビニも近く、京都駅まで徒歩でも行けてとても便利な立地でした。
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Camas incómodas muy duras
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yashio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
1階ロビーや各階の廊下には、テーマごとにセレクトされた本が並べられていて、表紙を眺めるだけでも愉しい。本好きには堪らない宿です。
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SUHYEON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
어메니티(?) 는 셀프입니다 유료도 있다는데 뭔지는 모르겠고 조용히 있다가 가기엔 좋습니다 청소를 4일 이상 투숙시 실시 하기에 그동안은 당신이 어질러진 그대로 존재합니다 바로 맞은편에 사토라고하는 식당이 있는데 가성비가 꽤 괜찮고 밤늦게 택시 타고 오면 사토를 기준으로 말하면 편합니다 편의점이나 이자까야도 근방에 있어 꽤 숙박하기에 나쁘지 않습니다 거기다 교토역에서도 그리 멀지는 않아서 이동하기도 꽤 괜찮습니다
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026