Tanakaya Kyoto Karasuma

Hotels
9.7 (242 reviews)
Shimogyo-ku Matsubaradori Muromachi Higashiiru Tamatsushimacho 304 , Kyoto , JP

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Concierge service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Cozy and spacious rooms
Cons:
Cleaning issues
Location requires walking

Categories

Cleanliness
8.95
Mentioned cleaning issues regarding trash collection and bathtub cleanliness.
Service
10
Staff received high praise for their friendliness and helpfulness.
Location
9.92
Convenient location with some walking required, generally positive sentiments.
Room Quality
9.96
Rooms were described as cozy, spacious, and beautifully designed.
Amenities
9.91
Wide range of thoughtful amenities provided, enhancing guest experience.
Value for Money
9.94
Guests feel the hotel offers good value for the quality experienced.
Food and Beverage
8.9
Breakfast only available on request, limited information provided.
Overall Experience
10
Overall sentiment reflects a highly positive experience with minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 11:38

Property Description

Central Location
Located in the heart of Kyoto's Shimogyo Ward, Tanakaya Kyoto Karasuma is just a stone's throw away from major attractions such as TKP Garden City Kyoto and Kyoto Station. The hotel's proximity to the city centre and key transport hubs makes it an ideal choice for travelers looking to explore the city with ease.

Comfortable Accommodation
Guests can expect a comfortable stay in well-equipped rooms featuring modern amenities including air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and free WiFi. The addition of a coffee machine, microwave, and desk ensures that guests have everything they need for a relaxing and convenient stay.

Convenient Services
With 24-hour room service and a dedicated front desk, Tanakaya Kyoto Karasuma goes above and beyond to cater to the needs of its guests. The availability of free toiletries, a bidet, and slippers in the private bathrooms adds an extra touch of luxury to the overall experience.

Experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at Tanakaya Kyoto Karasuma. Book your stay now for an unforgettable Kyoto getaway.

Important information:

Please note that visitors are not permitted to access guest rooms.An accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.7
Based on 242 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.95
Service: 10
Location: 9.92
Room Quality: 9.96
Amenities: 9.91
Value for Money: 9.94
Food and Beverage: 8.9
Overall Experience: 10
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Dennis • solo_traveller • au
10
Great little place
Pros:

Perfect atmospheric little place, great mix of modern amenities and historic appearances.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Glenn • couple • au
7
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Arthur • family_with_children • ch
7
Pros:

Situation assez centrale. Thème de la chambre bien réussi. Equipe agréable et souriante. Climatisation efficace.

Cons:

La douche est certes jolie mais pas pratique. L'espace est indiqué pour 4 à 5 personnes mais cela arrive avec des gros compromis dans le confort de tous. L'idéal serait 2 personnes, trois max.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Filippo Sergio • extended_group • it
9
Good japanese traditional room
Pros:

Very Japanese traditional room, nice experience. Friendly staff.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Tuomas • family_with_children • fi
9
Very Good.
Pros:

Location. Close to the one of the main street but still silent rooms. Tatami area in the room.

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Caitlin • family_with_children • us
10
Would definitely stay here again
Pros:

Location is perfect. Staff was so friendly and helpful.

Cons:

Room was tiny for 4 people.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
J
Johanna • couple • fi
10
Pros:

Mukava hotelli hyvällä paikalla

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Charlotte Juul • solo_traveller • dk
10
Pros:

Great room with beautiful details and handcraft. Convenient facilities including both the small kitchen and the laundry in the room. The staff are very friendly and happy to provide recommendations. The location in perfect and quiet.

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Berfin • couple • tr
10
2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Erik • solo_traveller • hr
10
Pros:

Very nice staff. Good looking appartment, have everthing you need. Nice bed and pillowa

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Heather • couple • us
10
This Hotel would get an 11 if there was one to give. It was a highlight of our 3 week trip, and we stayed in other top t
Pros:

Everything about the property we loved! When one arrives, it is Shoes off right away as you slip into Hotel slippers. You step through a portal into Japanese Culture and Hospitality. Every Staff member is freindly and helpful. The entire Hotel seems to be renovated and the ambiance is serene yet inviting. There are many Lobby Spaces in which to relax, and the traditional Onsen is has both inside and outside areas, so there is lots of room for solitude. The bedding, the Yukatas, the fabulous private onsen in our bathroom are all top quality. We stayed for three nights and our room was on a corner, so very light and spacious complete with Tatami floors which are so warm and comforting to walk upon. This Hotel is not huge nor too small either. It has a Boutique Luxury appeal. Coffee in the Lobby is a nice touch. We enjoyed its proximity to the Rottenburo Park just minutes away and the walkability to everything else. They offer a complimentary shuttle to and from the bus station. Plenty of umbrellas to borrow if it rains and all other hotel amenities required for an excellent stay. There is literally nothing to fault.

Cons:

The only issue here is that they do not aspire to feed Vegetarians in their meal program, so we did not participate in the restaurant. I do not fault them for this, and realize that the level of perfection and service that is required for Japanese Cuisine is intricate and complicated. We knew this going in, so we ate our meals in other places, albeit difficult in Kusatsu with its very mountain and meat oriented cuisine.

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Ferdinando • extended_group • au
9
Excellent accomodation and friendly, staff. Would happily stay again.
Pros:

Modern, clean and comfortable apartment. Excellent, friendly, very helpful staff. Excellent shower, with continuous, good pressure hot water. Convenient to bus and train links, which made getting around Kyoto very easy. As an added bonus, free coffee provided, which is great!

Cons:

Living space in the apartment is “tight”, but then it’s probably the case for most accommodation in Japan and you’re only sleeping here anyway, so only a minor inconvenience.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
N
Noelia • couple • es
9
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Sally • couple • au
10
Was a great place to stay
Pros:

Location was fabulous for us and staff were helpful

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Heather • couple • us
10
excellent! would stay again in a heartbeat!
Pros:

The unit has a mini kitchen and a genuine Japanese tea pot with tea cups and superb tea in the room...also coffee. We basically moved in for 5 nights and made it home. The windows open and there is a good mini split if needed. The staff were all fantastic and helped us out a lot. We loved the pajamas. We had many interesting talks with other clients in the small and friendly lobby. The location is on a quiet side street in a unique neighborhood. There is a traditional ceramic soaking tub with a shower which we enjoyed. Coffee is also in the lobby in the morning. The unit was a good size. This is a boutique hotel so if you want a version of Hilton or Marriott this is something very different, very Japanese and very special!

Cons:

The futon was a bit too hard for us...we are thin and senior. Maybe a 1 inch tempurpedic topper would be nice.

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Emma • couple • dk
10
Et fantastisk ophold på Tanakaya. Alt var perfekt og personalet var det bedste på hele vores tur til Japan. 11/10 og
Pros:

Det hele. Fantastisk sted og fantastisk personale

Cons:

Ingenting

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Stijn • solo_traveller • nl
8
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Alex • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

The staff was very friendly and the room was immaculately clean.

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • ch
9
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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McD • extended_group • au
10
Amazing, would recommend and stay here again
Pros:

The staff were lovely, gave us great suggestions for dinner and always greeted us with an amazing attitude. The room was a great size for the 3 of us and came with a washing machine. The beds were comfortable and good size. The property was in a very convenient location with parking nearby and walkable to most areas.

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee