The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-karasumagojo

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Sotetsu
423 Matsuyacho Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, 600-8105 , Kyoto , JP

Facilities

Elevator
Television in common areas
Express check-out
Shared microwave
Housekeeping on request
Well-lit path to entrance
Express check-out
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Excellent location
Comfy rooms
Cons:
Suggestions for additional hooks in rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
9.19
The rooms are clean as mentioned in the reviews.
Service
9.66
Service is implied to be good based on positive reviews of the overall experience.
Location
9.7
The location is described as excellent.
Room Quality
9.15
Rooms are described as comfy and well-organized.
Amenities
8.68
Some additional amenities like hooks for towels were suggested.
Value for Money
9.14
Perceived value is good, contributes to overall positive feedback.
Food and Beverage
8.69
Not mentioned specifically; assumed to be standard.
Overall Experience
9.36
Overall experience is highly positive.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 09:52

Property Description

Convenient Amenities: Enjoy complimentary wireless internet access, a communal living room, and a vending machine during your stay at The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-karasumagojo.

Featured Amenities: Benefit from express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage for a hassle-free experience at the hotel.

Comfortable Accommodation: Make yourself at home in one of the 121 guestrooms equipped with complimentary wireless internet access, showers, toiletries, and more.

Located near Kawaramachi Street, The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-karasumagojo offers a convenient stay in Kyoto. Book now and immerse yourself in the charm of this historic city.

Important information:

  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • 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.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-in is available

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Location

Guest Reviews

Cleanliness: 9.19
Service: 9.66
Location: 9.7
Room Quality: 9.15
Amenities: 8.68
Value for Money: 9.14
Food and Beverage: 8.69
Overall Experience: 9.36
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Wayne
6
Pros:

More of a Hostel design, shared bathrooms with other guests, however the bathrooms were modern and clean. The room was very small, just for sleeping, also common shared washrooms with other guests. Location was near access to subway and within walking of the main shopping areas.

2025-10-10 • via Nuitee
P
Peggy
10
Pros:

Stay was very enjoyable and love the location is right next to subway line.

2025-10-05 • via Nuitee
K
kristi
10
Pros:

Clean rooms

2025-09-09 • via Nuitee
M
Massouda • family
10
Pros:

Excellent location and very comfy rooms. Some hooks on the wall could help hanging the towel bags and some stuff otherwise everything is perfect. Thank you!

2025-08-06 • via Nuitee
H
Hong
10
Pros:

Clean, well-organized, great location, right by the train station, 7-eleven and Family Mart near by. Walkable to Gion area.

2025-07-18 • via Nuitee
J
Jonathan
10
Pros:

Great place. I highly recommend

2025-07-04 • via Nuitee
Z
Zak • friends
8
Pros:

A very simple but effective hotel that I’d love to of stayed longer in. The beds was extremely comfortable and while not the most spacious, was definitely a nice place to rest and relax in.

2025-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Shelby
10
Pros:

If you’re going to stay in Kyoto this is a good choice. Good location & accommodating staff. Close enough to Kyoto station to walk and directly next to subway line and bus. Elevator if you have heavy luggage. Easy check in with machine. Nice lobby and shower rooms. The rooms are smaller but very cute.

2025-06-10 • via Nuitee
S
Shih Wei David
10
Pros:

Good overall except the bed mattress which is too thin for my back!! Also there should be more hook in the shower area. Washing and Drying machine is horrible! My clothes never dry properly and the clothes smell. Get a better detergent!

2025-05-26 • via Nuitee
J
Joshua • friends
10
Pros:

Great location. Great amenities.

2025-05-22 • via Nuitee
M
MELODY • partner
8
Pros:

I really liked the hotel; the staff was very attentive. The only thing that could be improved is the bathrooms, which could be a bit cleaner. Other than that, the hotel was excellent and centrally located.

2025-05-19 • via Nuitee
D
David
10
Pros:

Value for money, a good budget option.
Would stay again.

2025-05-09 • via Nuitee
K
Ken • partner
6
Pros:

I made a mistake when I booked in overlooking the fact that this hotel has the shared bathrooms. However, after check-in, I’ve also found other things not in the room. Such as no sink/toilet, no mini fridge, not even a garbage can. The only thing in the room is a bed. Thank God it has an electrical/USB socket in the room so at least I can charge my phone. My wife was dissappointed, to say the least, compared to other hotels we stayed in Tokyo and Osaka.

2025-05-04 • via Nuitee
R
Rebecca
6
Pros:

I would not stay there again.

2025-05-01 • via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
10
Perfect stay
Pros:

Our stay was amazing. We booked a shared room and it was comfortable. The communal bathrooms were very very clean and very very nice. The water pressure and temp are perfect. 10/10 recommend. I wish we were in the area longer!

2025-04-25 • via Nuitee
T
Tyler
10
Pros:

Very easy to get to from Kyoto Station and very clean

2025-04-16 • via Nuitee
L
Laurence
10
Excellent family accommodation
Pros:

A bunk room was perfect for our family of four. The whole hotel was kept spotless during our stay. Staff were friendly and helpful, and a late check-in (11pm) caused no problems. Our rate included a decent breakfast (western or Japanese style) at the friendly restaurant a few seconds from the hotel. Great location right next to Gojo subway station, and easily walkable from Kyoto station too.

2025-04-13 • via Nuitee
A
Andrea • family
10
Pros:

Staff are really nice and the bathroom are clean

2025-03-20 • via Nuitee
C
Charlotte
10
Pros:

The staff were very kind ans the area is super convienent for food and the train!

2025-03-20 • via Nuitee
Y
yvonne elaine • friends
10
Pros:

Wow, I did not expect that a pocket hotel is better than other regular hotels. We got the room with 2 mattresses. I like how the washroom is being cleaned often and there r clean& comfortable pyjamas, disposable slippers and toothbrushes. I also like how the laundry is in the hotel and there are lots of tables and chairs in the lounge area. It is also close to the train station.

2025-03-19 • via Nuitee