HOTEL M's EST KYOTO STATION SOUTH

Hotels
8.4 (3122 reviews)
Minami-ku Higashikujo Kitakarasumacho 7, 7-5, 7-6 , Kyoto , JP
+81 75-693-7600

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Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Convenient location near Kyoto Station
Helpful and friendly staff
Clean and tidy rooms (generally)
On-site laundry and luggage forwarding services
Close to shops and restaurants
Cons:
Rooms and bathrooms are often small/compact
Occasional unpleasant odors, damp/mold and stained bedding reported
No or limited on-site breakfast
Guests must request housekeeping/towel replacement; some extra service charges (e.g., bed-change fee)

Categories

Cleanliness
7
Rooms are generally described as clean and tidy, but multiple guests reported issues (stains on blanket, damp/musty smells, mold in one room), so overall slightly below average.
Service
9.4
Staff repeatedly described as helpful, friendly and accommodating (assisted with luggage, laundry, umbrellas); a small number of comments noted staff could be a bit cold, but overall service is a strong positive.
Location
9.6
Consistently praised as very convenient — extremely close to Kyoto Station, shops, restaurants and transit; location is a leading positive across reviews.
Room Quality
7.2
Many guests noted rooms and bathrooms are small/compact and sometimes old; others found rooms functional and tidy — overall slightly below the target due to size complaints.
Amenities
8.8
On-site laundry, luggage forwarding, umbrellas and free water refill were mentioned positively; limited on-site F&B/breakfast options reduce the score slightly.
Value for Money
7.8
Mixed signals: convenience and services add value, but complaints about extra charges (e.g., room-bed change fee) and perceived high price for some services lower the score.
Food and Beverage
7.5
Little on-site F&B mentioned; several guests noted no breakfast or that breakfast was missing — positive note that good restaurants (ramen) are nearby.
Overall Experience
9.9
Most reviewers recommend the hotel for its location and helpful staff; despite small rooms and occasional cleanliness issues, overall stays were positive and many would return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:43

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located in the Minami Ward district, HOTEL M's EST KYOTO STATION SOUTH is just 1 km from Kyoto Station, offering easy access to popular attractions like Sanjusangen-do Temple and Tofuku-ji Temple within a few kilometers.

Modern Amenities
Enjoy a comfortable stay with air-conditioned rooms equipped with essential amenities such as a desk, kettle, fridge, flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with a bidet. The hotel also provides a safety deposit box, ensuring a secure stay for all guests.

Exceptional Services
With free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a concierge service, guests can expect top-notch hospitality throughout their stay. Plus, the proximity to TKP Garden City Kyoto and the city centre makes it a convenient choice for travelers.

Book your stay at HOTEL M's EST KYOTO STATION SOUTH for a memorable experience in Kyoto!

Important information:

An accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 3122 reviews
Cleanliness: 7
Service: 9.4
Location: 9.6
Room Quality: 7.2
Amenities: 8.8
Value for Money: 7.8
Food and Beverage: 7.5
Overall Experience: 9.9
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Bing • couple • au
5
Pros:

Convenient location

Cons:

Room and bathroom are old and small. Can’t believe you have to do your own garbage and towel replacement.

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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SHIH-TING • solo_traveller • jp
10
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Laren-Michele • couple • us
8
Great location, convenient
Pros:

Friendly, helpful staff.

Cons:

Stains on the blanket

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Lori • couple • ca
8
Great place to stay and conveniently located.
Pros:

This hotel was conveniently located near Kyoto Station. Also a lot of places you can walk to as well. Hotel staff were very helpful and friendly. I appreciated that they had a laundry facility on site and a luggage forwarding service as well. We would definitely come back but would look for a bigger room.

Cons:

Our only complaint was the size of the room. We did not know that hotel rooms were this compact.

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
思穎 • couple • tw
10
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Josh • solo_traveller • us
9
Great location for Kyoto Station - Friendly Staff
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Gonzales • family_with_children • fr
9
Pros:

L'emplacement

Cons:

Le prix exagéré pour le changement d'une chambre d'un lit pour une chambre avec 2 lits.

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Cristina • family_with_children • es
9
2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Frauke • solo_traveller • de
8
2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Zehava • family_with_children • il
10
Pros:

קרבה לכל צוות נחמד

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Olga • couple • de
8
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Sophie • couple • fr
8
Très bon hôtel bien placé !
Pros:

L’emplacement est parfait, très proche de la gare qui permet de prendre les transports nécessaires aux visites.

Cons:

Le personnel était peut-être un peu froid et il manquait un petit déjeuner.

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Lane • couple • us
10
Excellent choice for Kyoto visit!
Pros:

Excellent location! Very close to Kyoto Station. Hotel was modern, very clean and staff was very accommodating.

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Brianna Nicole • couple • us
8
AMAZINGGGGGG
Pros:

Great location. Staff is amazing ! And it’s next to the best ramen spot.

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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TSUHAN • solo_traveller • tw
10
2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Eric • solo_traveller • us
6
Pros:

Staff

Cons:

Smell of the room and mold found in one of the rooms

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Julian • couple • gb
9
Very comfy and delightful. Will recommend and do again.
Pros:

Great location. Helpful staff. Rooms were tidy and well equipped.

Cons:

The hanging bar by the bed side instead of a closet.

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Guillaume • solo_traveller • fr
10
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Tomie • solo_traveller • jp
6
Pros:

立地も良く部屋も清潔でした

Cons:

部屋が一階だったため窓を開けるとすぐ前を人が歩いていたり、立ち話ししていたりバイクの音がうるさかったりでした。
窓の前に植林して通行人と顔を合わせることがないようにするといいと思います

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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soulhealer • solo_traveller • sg
9
Good location, friendly staff and great experience
Pros:

The location is very good as there are many places around this hotel, especially train stations and shopping malls. In addition, the room is clean and comfortable. The staff are friendly and helpful.

The thing is that you have to ask the staff for the housekeeping maintenance in advance notice as the hotel is now going for green eco-friendly.

Thanks for the great experience of staying at this hotel.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee