Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo

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Triple Room, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes - Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo (Kyoto)

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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.

Very good

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Laundry
24/7 front desk

NT$1,097 total

Jan 5 - 2026/1/6

Room options

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Tonight

Dec 20 - Dec 21

Tomorrow

Dec 21 - Dec 22

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 11 of 11 rooms

Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Single Room, Non Smoking

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

HDTV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

Down duvet

Private bathroom

145 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Twin Bed

Double Room, Non Smoking

Good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

HDTV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

Down duvet

Private bathroom

178 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed

Twin Room, Non Smoking

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

HDTV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

Down duvet

Private bathroom

178 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Twin Beds

Triple Room, Non Smoking

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free rollaway/extra beds

Refrigerator

HDTV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

Down duvet

430 sq ft
Sleeps 6
3 Twin Beds

Quadruple Room, Non Smoking

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

HDTV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

Down duvet

Private bathroom

Sleeps 6
4 Twin Beds

Semi Double Room - Non Smoking

Sleeps 2

Single Room - Non Smoking

Sleeps 1

Standard Twin - Non Smoking

Sleeps 3

Semi-Double Room, Non Smoking (120cm bed, 2 guests only)

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

HDTV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

Down duvet

Private bathroom

145 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Large Twin Bed

Royal Twin - Non Smoking

Sleeps 2

Standard Double - Non Smoking

Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

59-61 Nishinotoin, Shijo, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8494

What's nearby

Shijo Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Nishiki Market - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Nijō Castle - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Kawaramachi Street - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Pontocho Alley - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

Karasuma Station - 5 min walk
Nijojo-mae Station - 14 min walk
Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

‪京都肉食堂 - ‬2 min walk
‪ハンバーグラボ - ‬1 min walk
‪エベレストカフェ - ‬2 min walk
‪クロワルース - ‬2 min walk
‪Charcoal - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo

Hotel near Nijō Castle

Located close to Kyoto Tower and Gion Corner, Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo provides dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Other perks at this hotel include:

Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an elevator, and a reception hall
Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk, and a vending machine
Free newspapers and smoke-free premises
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff

Room features

All 140 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and bathrobes. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.

More conveniences in all rooms include:

Bathrooms with rainfall showers and deep soaking tubs
26-inch HDTVs with digital channels
Eco-friendly cleaning products, refrigerators, and electric kettles

Similar properties

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Laundry
24/7 front desk

NT$854 total

Dec 22 - Dec 23

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

No onsite parking available

Food and drink

Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 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

Elevator

More

10 buildings
8 floors
Built in 1990
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Reception hall
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Down comforter
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Bathrobes
Bidet
Deep soaking bathtub
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/bathtub combination
Slippers
Towels provided

Entertainment

26-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
Pay movies

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

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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: approximately JPY 1500 for adults and 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

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.

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

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Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo

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Frequently asked questions

Is Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo?

As of 2025/12/20, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo on 2026/1/5 start from NT$906, excluding 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.

How much is parking?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo located?

Located in Shimogyo Ward, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Nijō Castle, Gion Corner, and Kyoto Tower. Kyoto Imperial Palace and To-ji Temple are also within 2 mi (3 km). Karasuma Station is only a 5-minute walk and Nijojo-mae Station is 14 minutes.

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Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

George

2025/10/25

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Top spot and not a bad little hotel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

REHANA

2025/10/17

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

very clean, super close to the attractions, really nice staff.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Soleil

2025/12/12

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 🙂

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

2025/7/11

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay/location

Great location, helpful staff

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hojune

2025/9/27

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Situated very conveniently, near public transit, a convenience store, and many restaurants

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

2025/7/26

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Good area, extremely friendly staff.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

2025/9/26

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.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

lucy

2025/5/17

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities

Big rooms, friendly staff and good location

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

2025/7/15

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Small, but clean and staff were nice and also very fluent in english

Stayed 17 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Imad

2025/4/2

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Excellent i really enjoyed my staying there

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor

2025/5/19

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Affordable, clean, super nice personnel, it is small but you only need it to sleep.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Akito

2024/12/26

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

It was nice and pleasant stay for us

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Anne

2025/11/17

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.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ressie

2025/5/22

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Front Desk Staff were nice and helpful.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liquan

2025/5/19

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Everything was great. The staff was pretty nice & rooms were always kept clean. Would visit again

Stayed 10 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evan

2025/1/5

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Pretty decent hotel that is close to train stations and restaurants.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

NARIMAN

2025/7/30

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Reasonable charge. the hotel is close to karasuma station, walkable to gion area, and shopping distrik of kyoto.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Birk

2025/3/20

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nicely located hotel and my room had everything predescribed in my bookings, i'm happy !

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

2025/5/25

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.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

2025/6/8

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Nothing special but everything you need.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

2025/9/1

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Needs new appliances

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodybon

2025/3/10

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.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

2025/3/18

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.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francis

2025/5/1

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Convenient location if you want a place with equal distance to most attraction. Pretty close to a the Kyoto Pokemon Center too. Staff is great and most of the times there's a bilingual staff present.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025