Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

Property class: 3

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Close to Kyoto Tower, Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma provides amenities, such as laundry facilities and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is £37
additional charges may apply
6 Dec - 7 Dec

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Single Room, Non Smoking (1)

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

Twin Room, Non Smoking (1)

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

Single Room, Non Smoking (2)

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

Single Room, Non Smoking (3)

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

Single Room, Non Smoking (4)

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

Single Room, Non Smoking (5)

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

Single Room, Non Smoking (6)

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

Single Room, Smoking (1)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed

Single Room, Smoking (2)

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

Single Room, Smoking (3)

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

Single Room, Smoking (4)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed

Single Room, Smoking (5)

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

Single Room, Smoking (6)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed

Twin Room, Non Smoking (2)

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

Twin Room, Non Smoking (3)

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

Twin Room, Non Smoking (4)

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

Twin Room, Non Smoking (5)

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

Twin Room, Non Smoking (6)

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

Twin Room, Smoking (1)

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

Twin Room, Smoking (2)

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

Twin Room, Smoking (3)

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

Twin Room, Smoking (4)

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

Twin Room, Smoking (5)

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

Twin Room, Smoking (6)

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

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About the area

Minami Ward, a neighbourhood in Kyoto, is home to Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma. Kawaramachi Street and Shijo Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and Lake Biwa. Kyoto Aquarium and Kyoto Railway Museum are also worth visiting. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
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26 Higashikujo Aketacho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto, 601-8044

What's nearby

  • A brightly lit urban street at night with illuminated buildings and a tree-lined sidewalk.
    Kawaramachi Street
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A modern train station with a glass facade and a covered pedestrian walkway.
    Kyoto Station Building
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A traditional Japanese pagoda with a koi pond in the foreground.
    To-ji Temple
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Kyoto TERRSA
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nintendo World Headquarters
    10 min walk - 0.6 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
  • ドミノ・ピザ
    4 min walk
  • みなも
    6 min walk
  • 和食さと
    6 min walk
  • 珈琲館 ぷれりゅーど
    3 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.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and limited housekeeping

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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 6 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma on 6 Dec 2026 start from £37, 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.

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 mile (2 km) of Kawaramachi Street, Fushimi Inari Shrine and Kyoto Tower. Kiyomizu Temple and Nishiki Market are also within 3 miles (5 km). Jujo Station and Kujo Station are within a 5-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma Reviews

7.8

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

7.4

Amenities

7.8

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 306 out of 1112 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 451 out of 1112 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 257 out of 1112 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 74 out of 1112 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1112 reviews

Reviews

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
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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
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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

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

8/10 Good

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

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 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
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8/10 Good

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

Liked: Staff & service
10月28日と29日にお世話になりました。客室が狭いのにはびっくりしましたが、朝夕食付きで格安でしたので満足でした。 29日は喫煙部屋との事でしたので、禁煙室に替えてもらったのですが、バスは汚れ気味でバスタオル等が湿っていました。電話して交換させてもらいました。又、ティッシュペーパーも空箱でした。 急遽 禁煙部屋に交換してもらったのが原因かと思いますが、常に清潔保持にしておくべきかと思います。 又、フロント担当は2日とも青山女史でした。ちょっとオッチョコトイなところがありましたが、かえって人柄の良さに好感を持ちました。 経験を積めば、素晴らしいフロントマンになると思いますので、大事に育て上げて下さい。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
良かった
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Le personnel était très accueillant, les instructions étaient claire. Les toilettes n'étaient pas tres propre mais je pense que c'est un oubli car tout le reste était très clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

金額が高くなっていた。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
普通のビジネスホテル、コスパがいいが、駅から徒歩15分で、ちょっと遠い。朝食は早い(8時半まで)、大浴場あり、Wi-Fiが早い。
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
京都に行く時は、毎回こちらのホテルを利用させてもらってます。 2食付で金額の安さが魅力的です。
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
企業の研修施設を改修して、提供されている様な雰囲気です。昭和を感じますが、清潔に保たれていました。食事は値段それなりの感じです。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

スリッパを使い捨てにしてほしい
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
2回目だけどコスパが良い
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

朝ごはんのパイナップルは美味しかったです
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
備品を少し汚してしまった時、スタッフの方に丁寧に対応していただけました。ご飯も美味しく、大浴場にはサウナもあって大満足です。
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
駐車場が有料で高い。
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026