Title: Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma 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) # Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma Hotel with a restaurant, a short walk to Kawaramachi Street ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102180000/102172200/102172189/4f0da7c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Public bath](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102180000/102172200/102172189/bfea9433.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Public bath](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102180000/102172200/102172189/a90e433e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102180000/102172200/102172189/6227a69a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102180000/102172200/102172189/427d9787.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located near Kyoto Tower, Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma offers a practical base with thoughtful amenities. Guests enjoy the on-site restaurant, laundry facilities, and free WiFi. The vending machine provides quick snacks, and breakfast starts each morning right. 7.8 Good ## Popular amenities - - 24/7 front desk - Housekeeping - Laundry - Air conditioning - Free WiFi £39 additional charges may apply 19 Oct - 20 Oct ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 18 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=102172189&PinnedHotelID=102172189&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=102172189&PinnedHotelID=102172189&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 19 - Oct 20](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=102172189&PinnedHotelID=102172189&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=102172189&PinnedHotelID=102172189&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 24 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=102172189&PinnedHotelID=102172189&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=102172189&PinnedHotelID=102172189&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 31 - Nov 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=102172189&PinnedHotelID=102172189&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=102172189&PinnedHotelID=102172189&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 52 of 52 rooms ![Single Room, Non Smoking (1) | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102180000/102172200/102172189/2f0d1c49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room, Non Smoking (1) 8.0 Very good 39 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Large Single Bed ![Twin Room, Non Smoking (1) | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102180000/102172200/102172189/4ceadc58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room, Non Smoking (1) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 3 - 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed ### Single Room, Non Smoking (2) 8.4 Very good 15 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Large Single Bed ### Single Room, Non Smoking (3) 8.4 Very good 14 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Large Single Bed ### Single Room, Non Smoking (4) 7.0 Good 6 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Large Single Bed ### Single Room, Non Smoking (5) 8.0 Very good 7 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Large Single Bed ### Single Room, Non Smoking (6) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Large Single Bed ### Single Room, Smoking (1) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Large Single Bed ### Single Room, Smoking (2) 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Large Single Bed ### Single Room, Smoking (3) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Large Single Bed ### Single Room, Smoking (4) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Large Single Bed ### Single Room, Smoking (5) 7.0 Good 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Large Single Bed ### Single Room, Smoking (6) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Large Single Bed ### Twin Room, Non Smoking (2) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 3 - 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed ### Twin Room, Non Smoking (3) 8.0 Very good 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 3 - 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed ### Twin Room, Non Smoking (4) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 3 - 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed ### Twin Room, Non Smoking (5) 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 3 - 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed ### Twin Room, Non Smoking (6) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 3 - 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed ### Twin Room, Smoking (1) 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 3 - 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed ### Twin Room, Smoking (2) 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 3 - 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed ### Twin Room, Smoking (3) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 3 - 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed ### Twin Room, Smoking (4) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 3 - 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed ### Twin Room, Smoking (5) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 3 - 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed ### Twin Room, Smoking (6) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 3 - 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102180000/102172200/102172189/32fed382.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Smoking - Sleeps 1 ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102180000/102172200/102172189/32fed382.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room-Non Smoking 7.0 Good 2 reviews - Sleeps 1 ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102180000/102172200/102172189/8af35baa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room-Non Smoking - Sleeps 2 ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102180000/102172200/102172189/8af35baa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room-Smoking - Sleeps 2 ### Twin Room 1 Non-Smoking - Sleeps 2 ### Twin Room 1 Smoking - Sleeps 2 ### Twin Room 2 Non-Smoking - Sleeps 2 ### Twin Room 2 Smoking - Sleeps 2 ### Twin Room 3 Non-Smoking - Sleeps 2 ### Twin Room 3 Smoking - Sleeps 2 ### Twin Room 4 Non-Smoking - Sleeps 2 ### Twin Room 4 Smoking - Sleeps 2 ### Twin Room 5 Non-Smoking - Sleeps 2 ### Twin Room 6 Smoking - Sleeps 2 ### Twin Room 5 Smoking - Sleeps 2 ### Twin Room 6 Non-Smoking - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKyoto-Hotels-Kyoto-Universal-Hotel-Karasuma.h102172189.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKyoto-Hotels-Kyoto-Universal-Hotel-Karasuma.h102172189.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Minami Ward, a neighbourhood in Kyoto, is home to Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma. Kyoto Tower and Nishiki Market are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Biwa and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Kyoto Aquarium and Kyoto Railway Museum are also worth visiting. [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%7C34.97617%2C135.76004&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=8My-9uznoXuLYAN8jii0sRgNDKk=) 26 Higashikujo Aketacho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto, 601-8044 ### What's nearby - Kawaramachi Street - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles - Nintendo World Headquarters - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - Kyoto Tower - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles - Fushimi Inari Shrine - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles - Kiyomizu Temple - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles ### Getting around - Jujo Station - 5 min walk - Kyoto Station - 12 min walk - Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 49 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪来来亭 - ‬6 min walk - ‪Le9 Cafe - ‬5 min walk - ‪THE LOWER EAST NINE HOSTEL (LE9) - ‬5 min walk - ‪珈琲館YC - ‬5 min walk - ‪ドミノ・ピザ - ‬4 min walk ## About this property ### Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma Hotel near Kawaramachi Street Close to Kyoto Tower, Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma provides amenities, such as laundry facilities and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks such as: - Breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and a vending machine Room features All 424 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. 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Laundry 8.4 Very good 327 reviews £134 additional charges may apply 15 Nov - 16 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-15&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=23777972&PinnedHotelID=23777972&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - 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 ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Vending machine ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Accessibility - No lift ## 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 ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## 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. ### Optional extras - Hosted evening meal: JPY 1 The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 only accepts cash 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 ### Property is also known as Kyoto Universalhotel karasuma Kyoto Universal Karasuma Kyoto Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma Hotel Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma Kyoto Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma Hotel Kyoto ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma? > As of 18 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma on 19 Oct 2025 start from £38.98, 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Kyoto-Universal-Hotel-Karasuma.h102172189.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma? > Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma located? > Located in Minami Ward, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Tower. Kiyomizu Temple and Fushimi Inari Shrine are also within 3 miles (5 km). Jujo Station is only a 5-minute walk and Kujo Station is 5 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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