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Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near Fushimi Inari Shrine

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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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26 Higashikujo Aketacho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto, 601-8044
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Nintendo World Headquarters
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, To-ji Temple
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a television, and a desk with a telephone and a lamp.

Single Room, Non Smoking (1)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(64 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a telephone, and a bedside table.

Twin Room, Non Smoking (1)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Single Room, Non Smoking (2)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Non Smoking (3)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Non Smoking (4)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Non Smoking (5)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Non Smoking (6)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Smoking (1)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Smoking (2)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Smoking (3)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Smoking (4)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Smoking (5)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Smoking (6)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Twin Room, Non Smoking (2)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Non Smoking (3)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Non Smoking (4)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Non Smoking (5)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Non Smoking (6)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Smoking (1)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Smoking (2)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Smoking (3)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Smoking (4)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Smoking (5)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Smoking (6)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Minami Ward stay.A stay at this Minami Ward hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Kawaramachi Street and 2 miles (3 km) of Fushimi Inari Shrine. Kyoto Tower and Kiyomizu Temple are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Kawaramachi Street - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kyoto TERRSA - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nintendo World Headquarters - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kyoto Station Building - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • To-ji Temple - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Jujo Station - 5 min walk
  • Kyoto Station - 12 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪来来亭 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪みなも - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪ドミノ・ピザ - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪大栄ラーメン本店 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪和食さと - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

3-star hotel near Fushimi Inari Shrine
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma also features a vending machine and laundry facilities.
  • 424 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Dining venue
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma offers 424 accommodations with air conditioning. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily breakfast available 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee
  • A restaurant
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of JPY 1

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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.

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.

  • Hosted evening meal: JPY 1

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 only accepts 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. This property only accepts cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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 Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma to the airport?

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma is 29.2 mi (49-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma?

As of Nov 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma on Dec 13, 2026 start from $42, 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 Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma.

Does Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma offer free breakfast?

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma does not offer free breakfast. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma have a pool?

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma does not have a pool.

Does Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma to downtown Kyoto?

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma is 2.5 mi away from Kyoto.

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 308 out of 1124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 457 out of 1124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 260 out of 1124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 1124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1124 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location of the property.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel with free great food for breakfast and dinner
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast outstanding
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good area close to the subway temples quite area good place to rest up.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice little Place for what I needed. I spent most of the time traveling around but it was good for a place to sleep and shower. The breakfast was good early in the morning and they do offer Dinner too but I did not take advantage because of the good food in Japan.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, very nice. we like the hotel and the staff was very helpfull
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent and affordable
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Just a heads up about the parking: It’s 1,980 yen from 4 PM to 10 AM with the hotel discount. Be careful, because if you park before 4 PM, you'll be charged an extra fee!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Breakfast was boring. The bathroom smells.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome price but very very strict, checking in a few mins before the official time, no, a bit over checkout they charge you. But tha said, price is so good that that makes sense.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The biggest inconvenience is that most of the hotels and places in Japan don’t have people that speak English fluently so communicating with them is very difficult.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness
ok
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed was too hard for me. Asked for extra futon but was not available. Asked for a blanket and slept on top of the futon. Still too hard I felt like I was beaten up after two nights
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pros: Rooms were clean, daily breakfast and dinner is good, lawson’s is right beside the hotel, many restaurants nearby, staff were very sweet and helpful, Kyoto Station isn’t too far, public bath, and it’s a quieter neighborhood. Cons: Check out is 10am but Check in is at 4pm, hotel is older with many rooms but the map isn’t clean so it’s hard finding your room at first, coin laundry machines but they were pretty dirty with dirt stuck on the sides like it hadn’t been cleaned in a while, the dryer didn’t even dry my clothes(2 pants) so it felt like a waste of money, not many amenities. Some things to keep in mind: In case you want to do early check in, they charge more before 1pm and after 1pm they charge 30% of current room prices, same with late check out. You have to book dinner beforehand.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
部屋に入った際にかび臭い様な匂いした。また冷蔵庫とベッドの間隔が狭く扉が全て開けられなかった。置き場所か向きを考えてほしい。
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
駐車場の料金システムの事前説明不足と割高に不満が残る
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

一人旅には十分満足できる。 大浴場良し！
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
京都駅からは遠過ぎず、すぐとなりにはコンビニがあります。 バス停も目の前なのでアクセスしやすいと思います。 今回は、車での京都でしたが、周りに良心価格のコインＰがいくつかあるので困りませんでした。 食事も朝夜と２食付いて凄く助かりました！
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
清潔感のあるホテルでした！
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

京都駅近くでこの宿泊料金はよかったです。しかも、2食付き！ 観光目的だと公共交通機関の利用が必須になるので少し面倒かもしれません。 地下にある大浴場ですが時間帯によっては蒸気がこもって長湯はできないと思います。入浴は早めの時間帯をお勧めします。 今回、チェックイン時に申し込みした予約内容と人数が異なっておりチェックインに時間がかかったのが残念でした。予約内容の確実性を求めたいです。
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
フロントスタッフの対応がとてもよかったです。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
CP值什高的京都住宿。距離京都站大約十分鐘路程。用餐非常豐富。酒店每天都有很多客人，依然能夠處理得頭頭是道。每次來京都都會再想光臨。
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
当方の手違いで誤って２部屋予約していました。当日フロントで知り、事情を説明したところ、エクスペディアさんと話をしていただき、１部屋を無料でキャンセル対応（返金）していただきました。 ありがとうございました。 今年で３回目の利用ですが、朝食夕食付きでコスパもとてもいいです。
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026