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Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

3.0 star property
Travelers fuel up with breakfast before exploring nearby Kawaramachi Street, staying connected with speedy WiFi at this modern retreat in Kyoto

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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.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NT$1,493
NT$1,642 total
Apr 26 - Apr 27

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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)

  • 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)

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

Single Room, Non Smoking (4)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(15 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)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 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)
  • 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)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 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)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 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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Twin Room-Non Smoking

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Twin Room-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

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Twin Room 6 Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Twin Room 5 Smoking

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Twin Room 6 Non-Smoking

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Single Room 1 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

Single Room 1 Smoking

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Single Room 2 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

Single Room 2 Smoking

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Single Room 3 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

Single Room 3 Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

Single Room 4 Non-Smoking

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Single Room 4 Smoking

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Single Room 5 Non-Smoking

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Single Room 5 Smoking

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Single Room 6 Non-Smoking

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Single Room 6 Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

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About the neighborhood

Minami Ward, a neighborhood 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 Lake Biwa and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. 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

  • 京都市四条河原町交差点の夜の景観。
    Kawaramachi Street
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kyoto Station, Kyoto, Japan Oct. 8th, 2008
    Kyoto Station Building
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Wooden pagoda of Toji temple, Kyoto Japan
    To-ji Temple
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Kyoto TERRSA
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nintendo World Headquarters
    10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Jujo Station
    5 min walk
  • Kyoto Station
    12 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM)
    49 min drive

Restaurants

  • 来来亭
    6 min walk
  • Le9 Cafe
    5 min walk
  • THE LOWER EAST NINE HOSTEL (LE9)
    5 min walk
  • 和食さと
    6 min walk
  • 伝説の串とテール煮 様様
    6 min walk

About this property

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

Hotel near Kawaramachi Street
Close to Kyoto Tower, Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma provides amenities like laundry facilities and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Breakfast (surcharge), a vending machine, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All 424 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 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 elevator

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
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

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

  • 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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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 2026/3/26, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma on 2026/4/26 start from NT$1,493, 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.

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?

Check-out 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 Kyoto TERRSA, Kawaramachi Street, and Kyoto Tower. Kiyomizu Temple and Fushimi Inari Shrine are also within 3 mi (5 km). Jujo Station is only a 5-minute walk and Kujo Station is 5 minutes.

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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. 223 out of 783 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 316 out of 783 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 181 out of 783 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 783 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 783 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

ゆきこ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
朝夕食付でリーズナブルでした。京都観光の後大浴場利用し疲れもとれました。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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4/10 Poor

ふみかず

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
大人2人小学生1人で予約したのですが、まくら、タオル等の装備品が2人分しか無かった。初めから無いと分かっていれば用意できたのに。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Takehiro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタッフの対応が丁寧だった
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Yoshiko

朝食充実してて良かった。 低温サウナが気持ち良い。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

博

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
京都駅からはちょっと遠いですが、歩くのに問題ありません。朝食夕食付きで浴場もあって満足です。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

HIROMI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
駐車場は広くて使いやすかったですスタッフは親切でした
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

優也

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
コンビニが横にあって便利だった
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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4/10 Poor

yasutoshi

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
部屋はマンション？のような佇まい。大浴場のロッカー鍵に手首保管用のゴムが付いていなくて、風呂に入っている間はずっと手持ちしないといけなかった。小さいロッカー用の鍵のみ。。またタオルはバスタオル、ハンドタオルが各１枚づつ支給だが、追加は料金加算が必要。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

HIDEAKI

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
食堂の女性スタッフの声の大きさ、お客さんへの注意喚起が度を過ぎていると感じた。その他スタッフが良かっただけに非常に残念に思った。次回迄に改善を希望します。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sachiko

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
宿泊代は安い反面駐車場代が高過ぎて近くに駐車場借りました。 食堂のスタッフの態度悪く不愉快でした。 部屋のアメニティ、お茶パック１つは過去にありません。せめてコーヒーくらい用意して欲しいです。 食堂のテーブルの配置が学食のようでホテルとは思えません。外国のレストランを見習って欲しいです。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Emiko

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
便利でした
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

たかみ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
京都駅から近くて、隣にコンビニがあり、駐車場もあり、大変利便性がいい。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

カズミ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
夕食まで無料だったので、おどろきました。部屋は清潔で、大浴場もあり満足です。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

マサヒロ

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
安全です
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

コウジ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
コスパ最高！ 5000円以下で泊まれる 朝夕食事付き大浴場にサウナもある ホテルの隣にはローソンもある
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

大介

Liked: Amenities
朝食と夕飯が付いてくるのがありがたい。サラダバーの野菜も新鮮。
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

GENICHI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
コスパが大変よいです。 サウナもありますが低温遠赤外線サウナですので、高温サウナ、ロウリュ等のサウナ好きには物足りなさを感じますが、汗はかけます。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

masami

Liked: Staff & service
スタッフの方は、皆さん優しくて、丁寧に対応して下さりました また機会がありましたら、伺いたいと思います
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Masaharu

夕食と朝食が付いています。 食事が浮くのでコスパ重視の方はいいです。
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Siu Po

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed was too hard for me. Asked for extra futon but was not available. Asked for a blanket and slept on top of the futon. Still too hard I felt like I was beaten up after two nights
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

淳也

良かったと思いますよ
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

マリコ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
室内は清潔で、ハンガーが壊れたので連絡したらすぐに変わりを持ってきてくれました。食事付きで、あれ得ない安さで、コスパ最高です。
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jun

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
コスパは最高です。部屋もそれなりに大きく内湯があるのも、朝夕食が付いているのも選択する最大のポイントです。
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

SEIKO

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
朝食ビュッフェが無料でついていて、特にサラダが野菜好きも大満足の品揃えでした。 お部屋も清潔で大きめのソファもあり、かなりの高コスパです。
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Katsue

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
お安い割に食事迄付いていて、大浴場があるのが良かったです。 隣がコンビニなのも助かります。 古いですが、お掃除も綺麗にしてあったので心地よかったです。
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026