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Toyoko Inn Kyoto Shijo Karasuma

3.0 star property
Traditional Japanese charm meets modern convenience near Pontocho Alley's dining scene and historic Nijō Castle, creating an ideal base for cultural exploration

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Toyoko Inn Kyoto Shijo Karasuma is steps from Nishiki Market. Start your day with a breakfast buffet, explore the city, and enjoy dry cleaning services and in-room WiFi. Free newspapers and vending machines add practical touches to your stay.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NT$3,272
NT$3,600 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, Smoking

  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Smoking

  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Plus Room, Non Smoking

  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Single Room, Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Single Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Shimogyo Ward neighborhood, Toyoko Inn Kyoto Shijo Karasuma is connected to a rail/subway station. Nishiki Market and Pontocho Alley are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Biwa. Yasaka Shrine and Nijō Castle are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
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Naginataboko-cho 28, Shijo-dori, Karasuma-higashi-iru, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8008

What's nearby

  • Shijo Street
    Shijo Street
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Kyoto_NishikiMarket_6258971_08
    Nishiki Market
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • 京都市四条河原町交��差点の夜の景観。
    Kawaramachi Street
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ponto-cho is a Hanamachi district in Kyoto Japan. There are many geisha houses, traditional tea houses, historical architectures and riverbed style cuisine restaurants.
    Pontocho Alley
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Yasaka Shrine
    Yasaka Shrine
    18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Karasuma Station
    2 min walk
  • Karasuma Oike Station
    11 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX)
    106 min drive

Restaurants

  • イノダコーヒ 四条支店B2
    1 min walk
  • そじ坊 四条烏丸FTスクエア店
    1 min walk
  • EXCELSIOR CAFFÉ
    1 min walk
  • ラーメン魁力屋
    1 min walk
  • 麺匠たか松
    1 min walk

About this property

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Shijo Karasuma

Hotel near Nishiki Market
Located close to Pontocho Alley and Nijō Castle, Toyoko Inn Kyoto Shijo Karasuma provides a free breakfast buffet and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free newspapers, luggage storage, and an elevator
  • A 24-hour front desk, a vending machine, and a TV in the lobby
  • A water dispenser and a front-desk safe
Room features
All 223 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free newspapers.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with toilets with electronic bidets and shower/tub combinations
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Refrigerators, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 9 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests who are booked for 7 nights or more may be required to change rooms during their stay.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
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.

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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Alipay, PayPay, Merpay, LINE Pay, and R Pay
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Housekeeping 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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Toyoko Inn Kyoto Shijo Karasuma pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Toyoko Inn Kyoto Shijo Karasuma?

As of 2026/3/30, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Toyoko Inn Kyoto Shijo Karasuma on 2026/4/12 start from NT$3,272, 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 Toyoko Inn Kyoto Shijo Karasuma?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Toyoko Inn Kyoto Shijo Karasuma?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Toyoko Inn Kyoto Shijo Karasuma located?

Located in Shimogyo Ward, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Nishiki Market and Pontocho Alley. Yasaka Shrine and Kyoto Tower are also within 1 mi (2 km). Karasuma Station and Shijo 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 select 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

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Shijo Karasuma Reviews

7.8

Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 349 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 146 out of 349 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 349 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 349 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 349 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Santiago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
close to the markets, super easy access to public transport, great service
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
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4/10 Poor

carlos

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and breakfast included
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

M

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

Great hotel

Great hotel, very clean, it offers all sorts of toiletries, very pleased with stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Quentin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good for the price. The staff was very helpful. The room is small, but for the price, it is a good place to stay if you're just looking for a place to sleep. Great location by the main street.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

xinwei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good lication and service.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Samir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient central location, very lively location with groceries, pharmacies, exchange houses, restaurants and transportation within short walking distance. The Check-in and Check-out process was smooth. Food/Drinks Vending machine inside the hotel was very handy. Seems a little old property, but maintained well.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Naoto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in machine did not accept my name and phone number. I couldn’t check in without assist of the reception. But they assisted me kindly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gilmar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Incredible Hotel. Great location (subway, nishiki market, Teramachi) Recomended!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thierry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Fatma

Liked: Staff & service
It was a last minute booking that met expectations
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hong W.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
perfect location, close to attractions, a few steps from train station, bus station and taxi station, a few minutes of walk to nishiki market. Basic hotel, small room, nothing fancy but serves the purpose,
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

Mohiul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Supot

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hard toothbrush and average morning meal.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

tomonori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

jiyuichi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
お正月仕様の朝食に、満足しました。
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kunihiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
チェックアウト後、遅い時間迄スーツケースを預ける事が出来た。
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ayako

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
フロントの方の対応がとても丁寧でありがたかったです。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Hideki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
朝食はロビーの一角で落ち着いて食べられるところではありませんでした。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Shizuko

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
客室は掃除が行き届いていて清潔感がありました。アメニティも個包装で、必要な分だけフロント横で受け取りました。 朝食がバイキングだったのです。6:40に行ったら、既に長蛇の列。座席も少なく、他人と相席は嫌だったので、部屋に持ち帰って食べました。朝食は少量で済ませたい者にとっては、並ばないと受け取れないのは少し不自由でした。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Takahiro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
朝食時におしぼりが欲しかった。もしくは見つけられなかった。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

mizuki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
交通の便が良かった
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

SEIKO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
錦市場で夕食、その後先斗町のクラブ 翌日は京都御所散策 最高のロケーションでした
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

shunsuke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
朝食は簡素ですが十分でした。無料です。6:30すぐよりは、少し時間をおいて行った方が混み合わなくてよいと思います。
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MASAMITSU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
冷蔵庫と換気扇の音がうるさくて寝れなかった。
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

takashi

京都の真ん中あたりなので　どこに出かけるのも時短です
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025