Title: Hotel Espasion Pontocho Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hotel Espasion Pontocho Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Pontocho Alley ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113280000/113276500/113276451/a207c488.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Economy Twin Room | In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113280000/113276500/113276451/a5e17b1a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113280000/113276500/113276451/ae01db17.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113280000/113276500/113276451/bb3bfdc5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Economy Twin Room | Bathroom | Hair dryer, slippers, towels, soap](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113280000/113276500/113276451/b3bf6b70.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies A short walk from Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street, Hotel Espasion Pontocho has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Popular amenities - 24/7 front desk - Housekeeping - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 8 - Oct 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=113276451&PinnedHotelID=113276451&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=113276451&PinnedHotelID=113276451&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 9 - Oct 10](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=113276451&PinnedHotelID=113276451&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=113276451&PinnedHotelID=113276451&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 10 - Oct 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=113276451&PinnedHotelID=113276451&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=113276451&PinnedHotelID=113276451&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=113276451&PinnedHotelID=113276451&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=113276451&PinnedHotelID=113276451&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ![Standard Double Room | In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113280000/113276500/113276451/210831bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Blackout curtains Hairdryer Private bathroom In-room safe Daily housekeeping - 151 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Standard Twin Room | In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113280000/113276500/113276451/02df778e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Blackout curtains Hairdryer Private bathroom In-room safe Daily housekeeping - 162 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Economy Twin Room | In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113280000/113276500/113276451/a5e17b1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Economy Twin Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Blackout curtains Hairdryer Private bathroom In-room safe Daily housekeeping - 194 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Superior Double Room | In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113280000/113276500/113276451/c8429901.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Blackout curtains Hairdryer Private bathroom In-room safe Daily housekeeping - 194 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Superior Twin Room | In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113280000/113276500/113276451/76f7a22f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Twin Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Blackout curtains Hairdryer Private bathroom In-room safe Daily housekeeping - 258 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Premium Twin Room | In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113280000/113276500/113276451/58dd5f9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Twin Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Blackout curtains Hairdryer Private bathroom In-room safe Daily housekeeping - 258 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed ![Deluxe Twin Room | In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113280000/113276500/113276451/0eec5ea7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Twin Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Blackout curtains Hairdryer Private bathroom In-room safe Daily housekeeping - 258 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed ## You may also like Ad ![Rooftop terrace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75980000/75975300/75975213/0eed482e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Soraniwa Terrace Kyoto Shimogyo Ward - 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[Visit our Kyoto travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto.dx6131486) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.00625%2C135.77080&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ASllQFIucf3BHZ4H8b1pKUAR9jc=) 196 Shimokorikicho Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto, 604-8016 ### What's nearby - Pontocho Alley - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Shijo Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Nishiki Market - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles - Yasaka Shrine - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - Kiyomizu Temple - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles ### Getting around - Gion-shijo Station - 4 min walk - Sanjo Keihan Station - 7 min walk - Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 62 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪大豊ラーメン - ‬1 min walk - ‪いろはかるた 本店 - ‬1 min walk - ‪Thai Kitchen Baramee - ‬1 min walk - ‪雅美家 - ‬1 min walk - ‪六傳屋 先斗町店 - ‬1 min walk ## About this property ### Hotel Espasion Pontocho Hotel near Kawaramachi Street Close to Pontocho Alley and Nishiki Market, Hotel Espasion Pontocho has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - A vending machine, luggage storage and multilingual staff - A 24-hour front desk Room features All guest rooms at Hotel Espasion Pontocho include thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with baths or showers and hairdryers - Heating, daily housekeeping and phones ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices) - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Guidebooks - Luggage storage - Vending machine ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Heating (climate-controlled) - Iron/ironing board on request - Phone - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Guests will receive an access code ### Access methods Access code, staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hotel Espasion Pontocho pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Hotel Espasion Pontocho? > This property doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at Hotel Espasion Pontocho? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Hotel Espasion Pontocho? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Hotel Espasion Pontocho located? > Located in Downtown Kyoto, this hotel is steps away from Kiyamachi Street, Pontocho Alley and Kawaramachi Street. Shijo Street and Nishiki Market are also within 10 minutes. Gion-shijo Station and Kyoto Kawaramachi Station are within a 5-minute walk. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Hotel Espasion Pontocho Reviews 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### No reviews yet Be the first to leave a review for this property after your stay.