The Millennials Kyoto

Hotels
9.4 (2886 reviews)
Nakagyo-ku Yamazakicho 235 , Kyoto , JP

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Business center
Heating
Lift / Elevator
Laundry
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location (near station and attractions)
Very clean facilities and private capsules
Comfortable sleep and good privacy
Helpful, English-speaking staff and smooth check-in
Social communal areas; free coffee and evening beer
Great value for money
Cons:
Breakfast offerings lacking (no white rice mentioned)
Laundry: dryer issues or only one machine causing delays
Limited storage space inside capsules
Some guests can be noisy or messy in pods
Shelf above bed awkward for quick access

Categories

Cleanliness
9.4
Multiple reviews explicitly note the facilities and rooms are very clean; overall high cleanliness throughout common areas and capsules.
Service
9.6
Staff described as very helpful with good English; check-in smooth and staff praised in several reviews.
Location
9.8
Consistently praised for excellent location (close to the station and points of interest); many reviewers highlight location as a major positive.
Room Quality
9
Capsules comfortable and private with excellent sleep quality reported, but limited storage, an awkward shelf above the bed, and some guests cluttering pods reduced the score slightly.
Amenities
9.2
Good communal spaces, free coffee and evening beer hour, external monitors for work; laundry facilities reported as problematic (dryer issue / only one dryer), lowering the rating a bit.
Value for Money
9.9
Multiple reviewers call it great value or 'unbeatable price' relative to quality — perceived as excellent value.
Food and Beverage
8.3
Some positives (free coffee/beer offerings), but breakfast criticized (no white rice, 'a bit lacking') leading to a notably lower score.
Overall Experience
10
Overall extremely positive and social experience: great sleep, friendly staff, excellent location and facilities; several reviewers called it the best on their trip.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 14:07

Property Description

Modern Capsule Units with Free WiFi
Experience contemporary living at The Millennials Kyoto, just a short walk from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station. Enjoy stylish capsule units with Serta mattresses that convert into a sofa. Benefit from complimentary WiFi throughout the property and opt for bicycle rentals for added convenience.

Social Spaces and Shared Amenities
Relax in the natural-toned lobby offering a workspace, shared kitchen, and dining area. Unwind in the play zone or mingle at the on-site bar. The shared bathroom is elegantly designed with bath amenities, while select rooms feature a projector for entertainment.

Convenient Location and Cultural Attractions
Indulge in Japanese cuisine nearby or explore Gion District and Yasaka Shrine within walking distance. Discover Heian Shrine and Nijo Castle easily accessible by train. Book your stay at The Millennials Kyoto for a modern and culturally rich experience.

Important information:

To eat breakfast at the hotel, please book the plan which includes breakfast or you can purchase the ticket one day before the day you are going to have it.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 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
Airport code: KIX

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 2886 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.4
Service: 9.6
Location: 9.8
Room Quality: 9
Amenities: 9.2
Value for Money: 9.9
Food and Beverage: 8.3
Overall Experience: 10
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Fancsali • solo_traveller • hu
8
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • solo_traveller • se
10
Pros:

Best hostel I’ve been to in the world, and I’ve been to a few. Never experienced such well functioning and spacious capsules with great storage space, well sized bed, clean and comfortable showers etc. Clean new towels everyday which in Japan is vital since, the humidity doesn’t do much for towels to dry - in other hostels this became quite uncomfortable after a while - so a huge plus to the millennials!

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
綵恬(CAI TIAN) • solo_traveller • tw
10
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Grigorios • solo_traveller • nl
10
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Joran • solo_traveller • nl
9
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Seguin • solo_traveller • ca
10
Incredible
Pros:

Best hostel I’ve ever stayed in! Clean, quiet and the capsules were amazing ! The beds were comfortable and the fact that everything was controlled by an I pod was awesome. The lounge was great and the happy hour is a great way to meet people. It’s also in a perfect location. I would 100% stay here again.

Cons:

Check out is kind of early but honestly no complaints.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Domokos • solo_traveller • hu
10
Pros:

Praktikus modern

Cons:

Nincsen pizsama

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Niharika • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Niharika • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Ema • couple • lt
10
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Dominique • solo_traveller • au
8
Good location with a social vibe
Pros:

Great location and comfortable pods. The free beer hour was very social and a good way to meet others. The female only floor was quiet and respectful.

Cons:

The staff weren’t as friendly as the Tokyo Millennials.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Crystal Toh • solo_traveller • my
7
Caters best for solo travellers looking to socialize or conveniently getting around town
Pros:

The staff at the reception was extremely helpful during my stay, assisting me with luggage storage before check-in time, helping me with finding out information about the ongoing Gion Matsuri, as well as with general questions & minor requests I have throughout the days.

For a capsule room, the width & height is unique, wide enough for a whole twin bed, and ceiling high enough for a 5-foot tall individual such as myself to stand on the bed with room to spare. The control device, though a little wonky at times with the connection, offers a range of functions and customization for your comfort, such as adjusting the brightness of the light, switching the AC vent on / off, reclining the bed into sitting / sleeping mode, setting an alarm for the next day, etc. The device also allows for guests' convenience to contact hotel staff, which I did use to report an issue with a bathroom stall, which they promptly responded to after investigating.

The kitchen facilities are decent, with dinnerware, kitchenware, sinks, microwave, coffee machine, etc, as well as a refrigerator (with provided sticker labels) so that guests may store their food & drinks, if required.

I initially had concerns about the effectiveness of the washing machine due to guest reviews citing problems with getting their clothes to dry, but I have done multiple loads of laundry throughout my stay and have absolutely no issues with it. My clothes always come out clean and completely dry.

The shower stalls are bright, clean, & spacious. Imagine my surprise to discover that the last stall even included a bathtub, which is somewhat of a luxury whilst staying at a capsule hotel.

The main selling point, I believe, is its location in the heart of downtown Kyoto.

Cons:

The open lounge / kitchen area though an interesting concept, has fairly limited seats suitable for having a meal at, not unless you resort to a lounge sofa + low coffee table situation, especially more so considering that it also doubles as a co-working space and many of the tables are usually taken up by people on their laptops. Being in the tourist-heavy downtown Kyoto area, the guest demographic are to be expected, but that also means that the vibe in the lounge is a bit odd, and could vary greatly depending on the hour of the day, going from warm / social, to downright awkward / heavy / unwelcoming at times.

As for the capsule room itself, it doesn't quite live up to the state-of-the-art / comfortable impression I had when booking the accommodation. Having stayed at other capsule hotels prior, it feels like I have even less privacy here, and feel less safe / secure. I can hear everything going on outside the capsule, and it doesn't help that there's a 1-inch gap at the bottom of the blinds partition, which doesn't even have a lock mechanism and is prone to automatically open up completely even with just an accidental tug. Once the blinds are down, there is hardly any space to stand between the foot of the bed and the partition, making tasks like changing clothes / wearing shoes a bit of a challenge unless you are petite, so some guests even resort to changing clothes out in the open. The storage space is extremely limited, hardly any space to lock up your belongings, and the only option for luggage bag storage is under the bed which requires you to keep your bag open and lay it flat, just so that it will fit. Many guests with bigger luggages had to resort to leaving them in corners of the hallway, adding to the noise whenever they sort out their luggage contents in the hallways.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • solo_traveller • de
9
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Yoshiko • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Que Thanh • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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lise • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

Hôtel capsule très moderne sur plusieurs étages
Les capsules sont spacieuses et se ferment complètement, on n'est pas dérangé par la lumière des espaces communs Il y a un emplacement sous le lit pour la valise.
Les lits sont électriques, la tête de lit peut se relever.
Petit déjeuner en self service dans une grande salle agréable
Espace de coworking
Emplacement idéal dans Kyoto

Cons:

Les lits sont larges mais un peu court pour des personnes de plus d'1m80

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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tadashi • solo_traveller • jp
1
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Nayse • solo_traveller • br
7
Bom custo-benefício
Pros:

A localização é o ponto forte, muito bom, perto de estações de metrô, ônibus e com muitos pontos de interesse a pé. O quarto era agradável, mas tudo mais velho em relação a Tóquio (onde fiquei na mesma rede). O colchão mais velho, a persiana mais surrada, menos limpo. A unidade de Tóquio é melhor em muitos sentidos.

Cons:

Achei tudo muito caótico! Na minha primeira manhã tinha um hóspede dormindo no chão, na porta do andar onde eu estava, os banheiros estavam sempre muito sujos e fedidos. Foi um lembrete para que eu nunca mais fique em andares de gêneros compartilhados.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Juan Carlos • solo_traveller • mx
10
Pros:

Ubicacion, trato, calidad de todo

Cons:

Nada, el ser tipo hostal no afecta la privacidad ni atención

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Damien • solo_traveller • fr
10
Pros:

L’hôtel est très agréable et très pratique. Les équipements sont en bon état et propre. Le personnel est très accueillant et l’emplacement est idéal.

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee