Hotel Rakusai

Hotels
8.4 (59 reviews)
Nishikyo-ku Oe Kutsukakecho 22-1 , Kyoto , jp

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Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
First aid kit available
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Kind and helpful staff
Affordable pricing
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Inconvenient location

Categories

Cleanliness
6.9
Multiple mentions of cleanliness issues in the reviews, including dirty rooms and the presence of insects.
Service
9.4
The owner was extremely kind and helpful, and staff were noted as friendly and accommodating.
Location
7.4
Location mentioned as far from central attractions, making it inconvenient without personal transportation.
Room Quality
7.9
Rooms are spacious but described as old and in need of maintenance, with some mentions of mold.
Amenities
8.4
Mentioned availability of refrigerators, kettles, and old air conditioning, but overall standard amenities.
Value for Money
9.4
Affordable pricing praised in several reviews as a positive aspect.
Food and Beverage
8.9
No specific mentions, assigned standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8.9
Despite some drawbacks, guests reported a pleasant stay and overall good experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 11:43

Property Description

Convenient Location:
Located in the Nishikyo Ward district of Kyoto, Hotel Rakusai provides easy access to popular attractions such as Katsura Imperial Villa, Arashiama Bamboo Grove, and Kyoto Station, all within a short distance from the hotel.

Comfortable Accommodation:
The hotel offers well-equipped units with essential amenities including air conditioning, a fridge, a microwave, and free toiletries. Guests can enjoy a comfortable stay with private bathrooms, a hairdryer, and cozy bed linen provided in each room.

Convenient Facilities:
With a 24-hour front desk and proximity to key landmarks like Nijo Castle and Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple, Hotel Rakusai ensures a convenient and pleasant stay for travelers visiting Kyoto.

Experience comfort and convenience at Hotel Rakusai - book your stay now for an unforgettable Kyoto getaway.

Important information:

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 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.
An accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 59 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.9
Service: 9.4
Location: 7.4
Room Quality: 7.9
Amenities: 8.4
Value for Money: 9.4
Food and Beverage: 8.9
Overall Experience: 8.9
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Akemi • solo_traveller • jp
4
寝るだけなら充分
Pros:

バルコニーがある所がいいと思いますがその部屋には泊まれず。少し車を走らせば色んな飲食店がある立地も便利だと思った。2泊でも安く宿泊出来た。

Cons:

古い建物ではあるが風呂の排水溝の汚れが気になった。

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Kastner • solo_traveller • de
5
2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Hiroki • solo_traveller • jp
8
広くてゆったりできる
Pros:

部屋が広い。
テーブルと椅子がある。
自由を感じれる。

Cons:

２台のうち１台しかベッドシーツがかけられてなく選べない

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Toshimoto • couple • jp
1
最悪
Cons:

清掃が行き届いてなくて虫も何匹か死んでいて床も汚かったし、冷蔵庫の中も保冷剤から水漏れしていた。

2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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Sensaki • solo_traveller • jp
4
2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Caitlin • couple • au
8
Lovely place, lovely staff. Having a car made it easier to get around and free parking was great!
Pros:

The staff were very lovely the accomodating.

Cons:

Was not wheelchair friendly as first stated.

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Macilino • solo_traveller • fr
9
2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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SreeHarsha • family_with_children • au
2
Hotel Rakusei is not an 3 star hotel and the stay was not comfortable
Pros:

The scenic view of mountains

Cons:

Cleanness
Facilities
Comfortable

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Kathy • couple • us
1
2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Claire • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

The rooms are private and cozy. The lady at reception is very sweet.

Cons:

It’s far away from everything and there were a couple lizards in the bathroom (lol). I still had a great stay!

2026-04-02 • via Nuitee
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Anastasiia • solo_traveller • de
6
Overall it’s a great spot if you want an insight on the non tourism part of Kyoto and don’t mind driving one and half ho
Pros:

It is cheap and gives you a look and access to the not touristy bamboo forest aswell as tempeles and cafes. The staff is very friendly but only speaks japanes

Cons:

It is quite far away from everything in the center and in the end you spend the same money on the transport there and back, as on a hostel in the city. The receptionist isn’t always there and you can only call them to tell them you are there they don’t use WhatsApp or anything else so it might be a problem, if you like me only have an eSim with data. Also there where alot of bugs and spiders, which didn’t bother me mucch but if you have a problem with them you should reconsider. Also in my room the light was broken so it never went off.

2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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ATSUKO • solo_traveller • jp
7
Pros:

フロントの方が親切でした
静かでゆっくり出来た

Cons:

お風呂のシャワーの出が悪かったし
シャンプーの途中で水になった

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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ATSUKO • solo_traveller • jp
6
2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Rie • solo_traveller • jp
1
もう少し払って違うところに泊まるべきだった
Pros:

安い

Cons:

部屋の掃除が行き届いてない。
カーペットがゴミだらけ、鏡は水垢、
浴室もお湯を溜める気にもならなかった。

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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TAKAYUKI • solo_traveller • jp
8
満足
Pros:

田舎のおばあちゃんの家の離れに泊まってる感じ。
暖房つけておいてくれたのは嬉しかった

Cons:

車じゃないと不便。バス停から歩くと夜は暗い上に交通量多くて怖かった。
周りに買い物できるとこ無い。

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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sayuri • solo_traveller • jp
6
コスパ良く泊まれて嬉しかった
Pros:

宿泊部屋の前に車を置けた事

Cons:

特に無し

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Dr Ifeanyi • solo_traveller • ng
8
Great
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Kenji • solo_traveller • jp
10
お得な旅でした。
Pros:

何より安い。

Cons:

悪い点は見当たらないです。

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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PATRICE • solo_traveller • fr
8
Personnel accueillant et très bon rapport qualité/prix.
Pros:

La tranquillité de l'endroit et la discrétion du personnel.

Cons:

Hôtel confortable mais à l'aspect un peu vieilli.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Suguru • solo_traveller • jp
1
急な出張で他に空きがなかったため、やむなし
Pros:

なし

Cons:

チェックイン時に領収書の発行をお願いしていたが、結局もらえず。
電気があちこち点かない。
駐車場はあるが、奥に停めると出せない。

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee