REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi by VESSEL HOTELS

Hotels
8.8 (584 reviews)
57 Higashikujou Muromachi, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto , Kyoto , JP
+81 75-662-7001

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Clean and welcoming environment
Delicious breakfast
Cons:
Small room size
Noisy laundry door
Limited hanging space

Categories

Cleanliness
8.81
Generally well-reviewed, appreciated for cleanliness by multiple guests.
Service
9.08
High praise for staff courtesy and responsiveness, positive sentiment noted.
Location
9.32
Excellent location, close to transport and amenities, frequently highlighted.
Room Quality
8.07
Rooms noted as small and cramped by several guests, affecting the score.
Amenities
8.6
Good amenities with a cozy coworking space and complimentary drinks, but some areas need updates.
Value for Money
8.56
Valued for its location and services, considered worth the cost.
Food and Beverage
9.11
Breakfast and beverage options received strong positive feedback.
Overall Experience
8.88
Overall staying experience rated highly despite minor drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 10:48

Property Description

City Views and Modern Comforts
Experience stunning city views from every room at REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi by VESSEL HOTELS. Relax in modern accommodations equipped with flat-screen TVs, air conditioning, and cozy work desks.

Multilingual Support and Cultural Proximity
Feel at home with our multilingual staff fluent in English, Japanese, Korean, and Burmese. Immerse yourself in Kyoto's rich culture with attractions like Sanjusangen-do Temple and Tofuku-ji Temple just a stone's throw away.

Convenient Location and Elegant Dining
Located less than 1 km from Kyoto Station, our 4-star hotel offers easy access to the city center. Indulge in delectable cuisine at our on-site restaurant and unwind with a drink at the stylish bar.

Book your stay at REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi by VESSEL HOTELS for a memorable Kyoto experience!

Important information:

An accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 584 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.81
Service: 9.08
Location: 9.32
Room Quality: 8.07
Amenities: 8.6
Value for Money: 8.56
Food and Beverage: 9.11
Overall Experience: 8.88
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Iwan • couple • au
10
Will come back. Love this place
Pros:

Easy access to everywhere due to its great location. It looks like a new hotel, and the room space is not too bad

Cons:

The laundry might need to be updated

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Jo • couple • au
10
2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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ana maria • extended_group • es
9
Pros:

un buen desayuno, y buena situacion en Kioto.

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Wai Yee • couple • au
8
Close to station
Pros:

Good breakfast and lots of varieties

Cons:

No

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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DANIEL • extended_group • es
9
2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Yuka • family_with_children • ch
9
駅からも近く便利で朝食もさいこう！
Pros:

朝食のバラエティーさがとても良く、毎朝楽しみだった。駅から近く、大変便利だった。

Cons:

部屋が狭く、シャワー室の脱衣所がなくそこだけが不便だった。

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Janice • couple • my
8
Excellent location with good breakfast.
Pros:

The hotel location is excellent.

Cons:

Perhaps should upgrade the matteress.

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Emylienne • couple • fr
7
Les murs et rideaux sont très sales cependant le personnel est adorable et l’emplacement idéal.
Pros:

Son emplacement

Cons:

La chambre est grande mais sa disposition est très peu pratique (évier à coter du lit douche et toilette à part)

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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June • solo_traveller • au
10
Excellent value for money
Pros:

Very close to Kyoto Station and bus depot which made access to sightseeing destinations easy.
Complimentary drinks were welcome when arriving home after a long day.

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Camilla • couple • it
8
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Atsumi • solo_traveller • jp
10
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Cristian Salinas • family_with_children • co
10
2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Yangming • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Cristina • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Stefan • couple • at
10
Kann ich empfehlen und würde ich jederzeit wieder buchen.
Pros:

Tolle Lage nahe der Kyoto Station, moderne Ausstattung, große Zimmer mit überdurchschnittlich großen Betten. Freundliches Personal.

Cons:

-

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Sam • couple • us
10
Pros:

Very good hotel, clean, well priced for travelers, great breakfast! Great location!

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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HISAE • solo_traveller • jp
5
2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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nakayama • family_with_children • jp
10
2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Maksymchuk • solo_traveller • ca
10
Very happy with our stay here. Location is quiet but just blocks from the train station.
Pros:

Rooms are small but clean and everything is good quality.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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su • solo_traveller • tw
9
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee