KAYO NIJO Hotel

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京都府京都市中京区西ノ京船塚町 16-4 , Kyoto , jp

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Facilities

Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Room service
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Soundproof rooms
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Very clean rooms
Comfortable beds / cozy rooms
Excellent location near Nijo Station
Helpful and polite staff; easy check-in
Good value for money
Complimentary tea/coffee
Minimalist, welcoming design
Rooms spacious for the price (in many reviews)
Cons:
Small bathrooms
No laundry facility on-site
Limited luggage/storage space
Futon / tatami unfamiliar for some guests; one comment about strong futon smell
Hallway noise heard by some guests
Curtains may not block light fully
Shower water could take time to warm up
Occasional Wi‑Fi issues reported

Categories

Cleanliness
1
Consistently praised across reviews as very clean and well maintained (rooms described as 'very clean', 'struttura pulita', 'とても綺麗').
Service
1
Staff frequently described as polite, helpful and efficient; check-in noted as easy and sometimes self check-in was supplemented with thoughtful notes/treats.
Location
1
Multiple mentions of excellent location near Nijo Station with nearby conveniences (convenience stores, cafés, good transport links).
Room Quality
1
Rooms often described as comfortable, cozy and reasonably spacious for the price, with comfortable beds; downsides noted include small bathrooms, limited storage/luggage space, occasional hallway noise and some guests not used to futon/tatami.
Amenities
1
Limited on-site amenities: complimentary tea/coffee available, but guests note lack of a laundry facility, small bathrooms and constrained storage, which detracts from the amenity offering.
Value for Money
1
Frequently praised for strong price-to-quality ratio ('コスパ最高', 'rapport qualité prix'), recommended as good value for the location and condition.
Food and Beverage
1
Very minimal F&B offering — complimentary tea/coffee mentioned positively, but no on-site dining and little else available, leading to a weak score in this category.
Overall Experience
1
Mixed but generally balanced: many guests report an enjoyable, comfortable stay with friendly staff and good location, while recurring practical issues (small bathrooms, limited storage, no laundry, occasional noise) temper the overall impression.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-03-24 12:03

Property Description

Experience a seamless blend of comfort and convenience at KAYO NIJO Hotel, your ideal retreat in vibrant Kyoto.

Prime Location: Situated just 1.4 miles from the Kyoto International Manga Museum and a short stroll to the historic Nijo Castle, you’ll find yourself perfectly positioned to explore the city’s attractions.

Modern Amenities: Enjoy the warmth of modern hospitality with air-conditioned rooms featuring all the essentials—from a refrigerator and microwave to a coffee machine. Each room is equipped with cozy slippers and a well-appointed private bathroom for your comfort.

Exceptional Connectivity: With easy access to public transportation, including Gion Shijo Station, and only a 29-mile drive from Itami Airport, your journey to and from the hotel is as effortless as your stay.

Don’t miss the chance to experience KAYO NIJO Hotel; book your stay today!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

Cleanliness: 1
Service: 1
Location: 1
Room Quality: 1
Amenities: 1
Value for Money: 1
Food and Beverage: 1
Overall Experience: 1
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Scheffers • solo_traveller • nl
9
2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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martin • couple • mx
7
Pros:

Muy bien ubicado en una zona tranquila de Kyoto, y cerca de la estación Nijo

Cons:

El baño es muy pequeño

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • family_with_children • my
10
The location was very good; room was small but clean and cozy.
Pros:

The location was wonderful, as the Airbnb was nearby the train station, restaurants and convenience stores. The room was very cozy, and the beds were super comfortable.

Cons:

The room did not have a washing machine, which is slightly inconvenient for a three day stay.

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Dylan • couple • nz
10
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Margarida • extended_group • pt
6
Good enough for a few days
Pros:

Good location, close to the metro station and Nijo Castle. Convenience stores nearby. The bedroom was very quiet, we didn’t hear any noises during the night.

Cons:

The wi-fi didn’t work on the bedroom, we had to use our own mobile data. Additionally, there were very few outlets in a room for 3 people.
The light system was not the best, we couldn’t find a way to turn off the light from the bed.
The bathroom was very small.

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Sakura Tansu • couple • jp
8
A quiet and convenient option for a short stay in central Kyoto
Pros:

Only a short walk from Nijo station, which connects to both Keihan and subway lines, as well as a supermarket, cinemas and Nijo castle, the location is very convenient. The room was well-appointed for this price category and the interior was tasteful and restful, with a raised tatami platform for sleeping.

Cons:

A razor and shoehorn would have been appreciated. Also, both the over-bath shower drain and washbasin drain filled up with water very quickly so I suspect both drains need more regular clearing.

The staff member at the property, while friendly and helpful, seemed to struggle with communication in Japanese and even more so in English; I suspect had I been able to speak Chinese, the communication would have been smoother (the contact email for the property seems to be a Chinese name).

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Nigel • solo_traveller • ca
8
A comfortable stay in Nijo, with a comfortable large bed.
Pros:

Nice bed, quiet, strong shower, comfortable

Cons:

A little far from transit, 10-20 minutes walk depending on the route needed.

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Marin • extended_group • al
10
Pros:

Very good hotel and clean

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Sina • couple • de
9
2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • couple • it
8
2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Janice • extended_group • nz
9
2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
大石 • solo_traveller • jp
8
Pros:

清潔でとても良かった。スタッフの方もとても親切で良かったです。

Cons:

三階の部屋だった事ですが、私共も子供が車椅子だという事を最初に伝えてなかったので、仕方ないです。

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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RAUL • solo_traveller • es
1
Pros:

Poco o nada

Cons:

La cama es como dormir en el suelo de la calle directamente, y sin el como, despues de 5 dias aun estoy recuperándome de los dolores.

2026-04-29 • via Nuitee
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Alex • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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Saron • extended_group • us
10
2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Audrey • family_with_children • fr
10
2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Lukáš • family_with_children • cz
10
2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Audrey • family_with_children • fr
10
2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Vanessa • family_with_children • fr
7
Bien
Pros:

Le design du bâtiment est sympa, la chambre avec les futons (même si pas super confortables par rapport au prix de la chambre), la personne que nous avons vu le dernier jour était très sympathique.

Cons:

Même si les contacts par messagerie étaient très utiles et très rapides, nous n'avons vu personne dans l'hotel sauf le dernier jour. L'etablissement ressemble le plus à une auberge de jeunesse qu'un hotel, il n'y a pas non plus le ménage dans les chambres pendant le séjour.

2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
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Frutos • solo_traveller • us
8
Hotel
Pros:

Lo minimalista

Cons:

Que no tenía personal y se escucha todo de cuarto a cuarto

2026-04-19 • via Nuitee