Title: Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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) # Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo Friendly staff members create a seamless stay with attentive service, from storing luggage to providing assistance at the 24-hour front desk ## Photo gallery for Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo ![Triple Room, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains - Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3510000/3503000/3502996/d37441da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lobby - Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3510000/3503000/3502996/136a8436.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property amenity - Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3510000/3503000/3502996/5843c1af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3510000/3503000/3502996/ce74644b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3510000/3503000/3502996/a4357ef3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Travelers find genuine hospitality at Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo, where the helpful team makes guests feel welcome. The property combines traditional Kyoto charm with practical amenities including dry cleaning services, luggage storage, and complimentary in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Laundry room - 24/7 front desk £21 additional charges may apply 4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026 ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 28 - Dec 29](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-28&endDate=2025-12-29&selected=3502996&PinnedHotelID=3502996&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-28&endDate=2025-12-29&selected=3502996&PinnedHotelID=3502996&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 29 - Dec 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-29&endDate=2025-12-30&selected=3502996&PinnedHotelID=3502996&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-29&endDate=2025-12-30&selected=3502996&PinnedHotelID=3502996&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 2 - 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145 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Double Room, Non Smoking ![Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3510000/3503000/3502996/1a94579c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Non Smoking 7.6 Good 4 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Fridge HDTV Blackout curtains Premium bedding Down duvet Private bathroom - 178 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Twin Room, Non Smoking ![Twin Room, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3510000/3503000/3502996/cdf21b15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room, Non Smoking 9.2 Wonderful 15 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Fridge HDTV Blackout curtains Premium bedding Down duvet Private bathroom - 178 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Triple Room, Non Smoking ![Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3510000/3503000/3502996/de453cbb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Triple Room, Non Smoking 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Free rollaway/extra beds Fridge HDTV Blackout curtains Premium bedding Down duvet - 430 sq ft - Sleeps 6 - 3 Single Beds ### View all photos for Quadruple Room, Non Smoking ![Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3510000/3503000/3502996/de453cbb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Quadruple Room, Non Smoking 8.6 Excellent 11 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Fridge HDTV Blackout curtains Premium bedding Down duvet Private bathroom - Sleeps 6 - 4 Single Beds ### View all photos for Semi Double Room - Non Smoking ![Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3510000/3503000/3502996/9accdb36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Semi Double Room - Non Smoking - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Single Room - Non Smoking ![Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3510000/3503000/3502996/9accdb36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room - Non Smoking - Sleeps 1 ### View all photos for Standard Twin - Non Smoking ![Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3510000/3503000/3502996/w660h439x0y0-c38e876e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin - Non Smoking - Sleeps 3 ### View all photos for Semi-Double Room, Non Smoking (120cm bed, 2 guests only) ![Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3510000/3503000/3502996/866a5330.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Semi-Double Room, Non Smoking (120cm bed, 2 guests only) 8.4 Very good 16 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Fridge HDTV Blackout curtains Premium bedding Down duvet Private bathroom - 145 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Large Single Bed ### View all photos for Royal Twin - Non Smoking ![Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3510000/3503000/3502996/249d7664.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Royal Twin - 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Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this hotel include: - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a lift and a reception hall - Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk and a vending machine - Free newspapers and smoke-free property - Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff Room features All 140 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and bathrobes. Guests reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with rainfall showers and deep-soaking baths - 26-inch HDTVs with digital channels - Eco-friendly cleaning products, fridges and electric kettles ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available ### Food and drink - Daily buffet breakfast available 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee: JPY 1,500 for adults and JPY 1,500 for children ### Family friendly - In-room refrigerator - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Vending machine ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping on request ### Accessibility - Lift ### More - 10 buildings - 8 floors - Built in 1990 - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Reception hall - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Down comforter - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Bidet - Deep soaking bathtub - Dressing gowns - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shower/bathtub combination - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 26-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels - Pay films ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning - Cleaning products are eco-friendly - Desk - Heating - Iron/ironing board on request - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight Minimum check-in age - 19 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 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 Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Cots (infant beds) are not available ### 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 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately JPY 1500 for adults and from JPY 1500 for children 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 accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Cashless transactions are available This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Safety features at this property include a smoke detector Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property Housekeeping service is provided every 4 days. 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 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 In accordance with national/local laws, air conditioning may be restricted to certain hours from 19 October to 08 April This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### Property is also known as Hotel Oaks Kyoto Hotel Oaks Kyoto Shijo Hotel Oaks Shijo Oaks Hotel Kyoto Oaks Kyoto Shijo Oaks Kyoto Shijo Hotel Oaks Shijo Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo Smile Kyoto-shijo Smile Hotel Smile Hotel Kyoto shijo Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo Hotel Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo Kyoto Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo Hotel Kyoto ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo? ### How much is parking at Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo? ### What time is check-in at Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo? ### What time is check-out at Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo? ### Where is Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo Reviews 8.4 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.2 Cleanliness ### 8.8 Location ### 8.6 Staff & service ### 8.4 Eco-friendliness ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 416 8 - Good 382 6 - Okay 157 4 - Poor 36 2 - Terrible 15 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### REHANA 17 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities very clean, super close to the attractions, really nice staff. ##### REHANA Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Soleil 12 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The room was very clean and comfortable. Supermarket and convenience store right across from the hotel. About a 10 minute walk to the nearest station and 25 minute walk to tourist destinations such as pontocho alley! Shijo station had the karasuma and hankyu line making it great for getting around the city. Laundry facility was great and the hotel can store you bags.Great options for food in the area. Definitely would stay here again 🙂 ##### Soleil Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 11 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great stay/location Great location, helpful staff ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hojune 27 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Situated very conveniently, near public transit, a convenience store, and many restaurants ##### Hojune Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vincent 26 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Incredible location near where all the action is, nightlife, shopping. Restaurants. Hotel is in great condition. Highly recommend. Best value for money, highly recommend. ##### Vincent Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### lucy 17 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities Big rooms, friendly staff and good location ##### lucy Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin 15 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Small, but clean and staff were nice and also very fluent in english ##### Kevin Stayed 17 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Liquan 19 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Everything was great. The staff was pretty nice & rooms were always kept clean. Would visit again ##### Liquan Stayed 10 nights in May 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Anne 17 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities We did like having 4 separate beds in the room. Bedding was comfortable. Reasonable size and fine, although finishing are dated. The location is safe and accessible to transit, close to some of the high-end shopping, but not particularly aesthetic neighbourhoods. The 15$ breakfast was definitely NOT worth the money. Nowhere near as good as the basic breakfast at nearby Holly Café. In fact, I found it hard to find anything even reasonably palatable at the buffet breakfast for western taste and usually I am fairly adventurous with foods. Scrambled eggs were so runny and undercooked. ##### Anne Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Evan 5 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Pretty decent hotel that is close to train stations and restaurants. ##### Evan Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### NARIMAN 30 Jul 2025 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities Reasonable charge. the hotel is close to karasuma station, walkable to gion area, and shopping distrik of kyoto. ##### NARIMAN Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Birk 20 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nicely located hotel and my room had everything predescribed in my bookings, i'm happy ! ##### Birk Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gillian 25 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Location was great. 10 minute walk to the market. Close to train station. Staff were very friendly. ##### Gillian Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jodybon 10 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great place to stay.. there's a family Mart close to it. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Would recommend. ##### Jodybon Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marcus 18 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was a very cozy. I stayed for 4 nights and really enjoyed my stay. Complimentary breakfast buffet every morning and really friendly staff. Has a washer dryer at the hotel and is right across the street from a couple grocery stores. ##### Marcus Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elisha 7 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Right in front of a supermarket which is amazing! Staff were helpful and nice. Train and bus station not far away making it super convenient. ##### Elisha Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gopi 2 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Amazing location with convenient access to the metro and many restaurant and grocery stores at walking distance. ##### Gopi Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### XIAOYANG 29 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Surprisingly big room! Good location as well. ##### XIAOYANG Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Alex 6 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Our stay at the Smile Hotel was great. Breakfast offered had a wide selection which changed daily. The place was clean and was conveniently located to travel places. ##### Alex Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Sanjay 14 Nov 2024 Liked: Staff & service Nice clean and convenient location for transportation staff r courteous ##### Sanjay Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Martin 15 Jul 2025 Liked: Staff & service Older budget hotel in the central district of Kyoto. Accessable via subway from Kyoto station but could be a problem if you have lots of luggage. Hotel needs renovation as it’s about thirty years old, attententive staff is pleasant and accommodating. As for the room, average old school Japanese. Air con works and has old deep soaking tub. I would not recommend first time foreign tourists to stay here. ##### Martin Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lori 16 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### GREAT STAFF AND LOCATION! I love the location which is close to Nishiki Market and the bus stop. Very safe neighborhood for a solo traveler and the staff is very helpful. Tanaka san was very helpful when I called over the telephone about my checkin with my limited Japanese proficiency. ##### Lori Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Alec Russell 13 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The breakfast was beyond my expectations. Although the picture shows only bread, it included steamed vegetables, salad, yogurt, and Japanese food like tsukemono. The room also had a refrigerator, which was helpful. ##### Alec Russell Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eren 26 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Honestly in a perfect area ##### Eren Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Coral 26 Nov 2024 Liked: Staff & service, amenities Great staff but hotel itself needs a bit of an upgrade. 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