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Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

3.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Kawaramachi Street

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Near Kyoto Tower, Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma offers a convenient stay with amenities like laundry facilities and an on-site restaurant. Connect to free WiFi, grab a snack from the vending machine, and enjoy breakfast in the morning.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Main amenities (7)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
The current price is CNY246
CNY271 total
May 6 - May 7

Room options

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Single Room, Non Smoking (1) | Free WiFi

Single Room, Non Smoking (1)

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

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Twin Room, Non Smoking (1) | Free WiFi

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
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Non Smoking (3)

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

Single Room, Non Smoking (4)

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

Single Room, Non Smoking (5)

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

Single Room, Non Smoking (6)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 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)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 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)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 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)

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

Twin Room, Smoking (1)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Smoking (2)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 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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Single Smoking

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Free WiFi

Single Room-Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1

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Free WiFi

Twin Room-Non Smoking

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Free WiFi

Twin Room-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Twin Room 1 Non-Smoking

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Twin Room 1 Smoking

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Twin Room 2 Non-Smoking

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Twin Room 2 Smoking

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Twin Room 3 Non-Smoking

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Twin Room 3 Smoking

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Twin Room 4 Non-Smoking

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Twin Room 4 Smoking

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Twin Room 5 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Twin Room 6 Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Twin Room 5 Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Twin Room 6 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Single Room 1 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

Single Room 1 Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

Single Room 2 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

Single Room 2 Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

Single Room 3 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

Single Room 3 Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

Single Room 4 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

Single Room 4 Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

Single Room 5 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

Single Room 5 Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

Single Room 6 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

Single Room 6 Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

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About the neighborhood

Map
26 Higashikujo Aketacho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto, 601-8044

What's nearby

  • Kawaramachi Street - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kyoto TERRSA - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nintendo World Headquarters - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • To-ji Temple - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Kyoto Tower - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 49 min drive
  • Kobe Airport (UKB) - 88 min drive
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 92 min drive
  • Kyoto Station - 12 min walk
  • Jujo Station - 12 min walk
  • Toji Station - 13 min walk
  • Jujo Station - 5 min walk
  • Kujo Station - 5 min walk
  • Tofukuji Station - 15 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪来来亭 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪THE LOWER EAST NINE HOSTEL (LE9) - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Le9 Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪和食さと - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪ANTEROOM MEALS - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma puts you just a 5-minute drive from Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Tower. Also, Fushimi Inari Shrine and Yasaka Shrine are just a 5-minute drive away. Public transportation is just a short walk: Jujo Station is 5 minutes and Kujo Station is 5 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 424 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–8:30 AM
  • Hosted evening meals daily for a surcharge
  • Restaurant

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. 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.

Optional extras

  • Hosted evening meal costs JPY 1

Policies

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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property only accepts cash.

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

Does Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are there restaurants at or near Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma like?

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma is a short 5-minute walk from Jujo Station and 4 minutes' walk from Kawaramachi Street.

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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

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, staff was really helpful!
michael, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

A bit far from the train station but overall a very good hotel.
Michael Sydney, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The free breakfast and dinner were excellent - good food! Staff were friendly and helpful. The only thing is the location is not very convenient
Chup Jenny, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great facility with a restaurant
Zhuofang, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Room is well equipped. Staffs are friendly and helpful. Location is good.
Ho Lai, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Large room, clean, friendly staff and they offer breakfast and dinner. Walkable distance from Kyoto station.
Roberto, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Very clean and comfortable. Provided breakfast was really good.
Derek, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

OK Cool!
Thammajak, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staffs. The hotel kepy our bag, after check out so we could visit Arashiyama for for the day before the night bus to Tokyo
shazeeyana, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good, basic hotel. The breakfast and dinner weren't bad. Close to the train station and downtown.
Jacob, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

breakfast and dinner were included with hotel stay. train station was 8-minute walk. Bus stops where steps from hotel entrance. Staff was helpful and friendly; they also spoke English. I would definitely stay here, when I return to Kyoto.
Mary, 4-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

This hotel provide both breakfast and supper. It's very helpful for me.
光, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean hotel. Good location. Ok free dinner and breakfast which are miles better than most Hampton Inns (if you travel to US you know what I mean). Cleanliness would be 9 compared to Hampton Inn which would be around 6 (I am generous here). I spent about 120-150 nights in hotels world wide each year so I know a little. The only downside is the small space of the rooms. Then again, you can pay 4x or more and stay in Hilton’s or Marriott (I am top tier at both).
Weilin, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A large bath made me relax.A free supper and a free breakfast made me stuffed.Hotel mans are polite.
Katsunori, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great

It’s a great experience overall considering the rate in summer - I only paid CAD 46 for a one night stay. Clean room and friendly staff along with free breakfast as well as dinner. The only thing is that it’s a bit far from Kyoto station so location wise, the universal hotels in other Japanese cities (Hiroshima, Okayama, etc) provide a better experience.
1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Free breakfast and dinner was great. It was annoying to have to turn in the key every time I left.
Monica, 4-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Nice.
Zola, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

K.a.
Matthias, 3-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

We paid for three people, but no third pillow blanket and slippers! Terrible ever hotel in Japan! And dinner just give tiny little rice, ask for refill, but they ask to pay 170yuan on rice!the worst service and condition for hotel ever!
MINGMING, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

good
かなみ, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Everything is a bit small, (toilet and bath together and no room to change) only 2 beds are on in room. Jo complaining. Walk distances to Kyoto station. Dinner and breakfast are including that I didn’t know. Good to go back sleep and travel to use.
Shinobu, 2-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

Old property, bad odor, old furniture.
Newton, 5-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

I was very suprised to find that the hotel was open to the elements with no proper roof when you walk in the hallways for your room. Could easily flood on a stormy night.
Georgia, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is great for the price. My booking came with breakfast and dinner included. The food was pretty good. Breakfast is buffet and dinner is a choice of two set menus, plus a salad bar. The room I had was ok. I know people say the rooms are small but I found it fine. A double bed, sofa, table for TV etc. the bathroom was a bit small but it was fine. The hallways leading from the lift to the rooms are open (to a certain degree) there is a central open core running up through the building which is open but in October it was fine. It might be cold in the winter. All in all I had a nice stay here and would stay here again.
Paul, 5-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

There was a hair on the restroom floor when I got to the room. The outlet switch for the refrigerator didn’t properly work so it was turning on and off by itself.
Alfredo, 3-night trip