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HOTEL ARU KYOTO

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near Kawaramachi Street

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A hotel with a traditional facade, large windows, and a prominent sign.
A buffet with various food items, including meats, cheeses, and fruits.
A rooftop terrace with a view of a cityscape during sunset.
A building facade with a prominent circular logo on a tiled wall, a series of windows, and a traditional tiled roof.
A hotel room with a bed, a window with stained glass, a mirror, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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48 dikokuchou nakagyouku, Kyoto, kyoto, 604-8031
  • Place, Pontocho Alley
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Nishiki Market
    ‪7 min walk‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a window with stained glass, a mirror, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Deluxe Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a window with stained glass, a mirror, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Basic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Economy Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a window with red and green panes, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

Superior Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a small table.

Superior Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a small table.

Standard Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Twin Room | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Basic Twin Room | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Basic Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE DELUXE

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE SUPERIOR KING BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE BASIC

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Kyoto hotel, you'll find Kawaramachi Street and Shijo Street. 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 - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Sanjo Station - 3 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 5 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 108 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪HUB 三条木屋町店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪六曜社 一階 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Zaza Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪ARROW TREE 京都三条店 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

HOTEL ARU KYOTO

3-star hotel near Kawaramachi Street
As a guest of HOTEL ARU KYOTO, you'll find a vending machine, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The front desk is open around the clock.

This 3-star Kyoto hotel is smoke free.

  • 55 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
HOTEL ARU KYOTO offers 55 accommodations with safes and slippers. Beds feature down comforters. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

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

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

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 1,870 for adults and JPY 1,870 for children

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in hallways (39 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

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

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

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 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

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.

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 1870 for adults and JPY 1870 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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, 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, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, 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.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is HOTEL ARU KYOTO to the airport?

HOTEL ARU KYOTO is 28.8 mi (65-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 ARU KYOTO?

As of Aug 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HOTEL ARU KYOTO on Aug 25, 2026 start from $49, 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 ARU KYOTO have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at HOTEL ARU KYOTO.

Does HOTEL ARU KYOTO offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at HOTEL ARU KYOTO, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of JPY 1870 for adults and JPY 1870 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at HOTEL ARU KYOTO?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at HOTEL ARU KYOTO?

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

Is there free parking at HOTEL ARU KYOTO?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does HOTEL ARU KYOTO have a pool?

HOTEL ARU KYOTO does not have a pool.

Does HOTEL ARU KYOTO have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is HOTEL ARU KYOTO to downtown Kyoto?

HOTEL ARU KYOTO is 0.2 mi away from Kyoto.

HOTEL ARU KYOTO Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 253 out of 333 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 333 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 333 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 333 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 333 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Treavor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and location
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

NANCY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, clean
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, good size room, friendly staff, clean and quiet room.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are clean, great bathroom and shower. Also, so much to do and see around the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and cozy hotel. It is not a fancy hotel, but the room is lovely. Everything went well and would definitely stay again if coming back to Kyoto.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing room sizes staff was the most welcoming extremely helpful the best and most recommended hotel in all of Kyoto
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Riley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, nice rooms and spacious
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, helpful staff, good location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

YURUEI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful I will stay again next year!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

AMER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay close to a lot of shopping
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean and lovely.. staff very helpful.. great location and I could walk to the main sites.. thoroughly recommend this hotel for a stay in Kyoto.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

MICHELLE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, basic breakfast buffet, pillows are too hard and need changing! Other than that a very comfortable stay in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place, nearby to restaurants and shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Evgueni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great customer service, great breakfast.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Boutique style hotel right in the center of Kyoto. Great for travelers looking to explore Kyoto.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was very clean, easy check-in and out, very local to experiences and shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel. Very friendly and helpful staff. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was so friendly and helpful. The room was immaculate and the breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I greatly loved the location of this hotel. It's near all the activities and great restaurants nearby. Staff were helpful and quick to resolve issues. Room had a beautiful view of the hill side/mountain. No complaints.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Miles Joseph Pineda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time visiting Japan and the staff made everything feel comfortable and easy. Super friendly and accommodating. Place is always clean and at an amazing location.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely come on let me publish
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maile

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about this property. Convenient, charming, nice service!
Charming! Love the sliding stained glass windows.
The bath was heaven after a long day of walking.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved it here so much. The location was amazing, we felt safe (all of Japan really) the room was clean and comfortable, WiFi was reliable, the breakfast was plentiful and tasty, and the hotel gave out amenities like hand warmers that kept us warm and toasty for our hours of sightseeing
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026