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Agora Kyoto Karasuma

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A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a glass shower enclosure, and a visible indoor plant. - Agora Kyoto Karasuma (Kyoto)
A modern kitchen with a dining area, a large window, and a small garden. - Agora Kyoto Karasuma (Kyoto)
A traditional Japanese entrance with a wooden gate, a rock, and a signboard. - Agora Kyoto Karasuma (Kyoto)
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, and a glass door leading to a garden. - Agora Kyoto Karasuma (Kyoto)
A modern interior with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window. - Agora Kyoto Karasuma (Kyoto)
Close to Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street, Agora Kyoto Karasuma provides amenities like laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, and a wall-mounted clock.

Superior King, Non Smoking (20 square meters)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, and a small table.

Superior Twin, Non Smoking (20 square meters)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a television.

Deluxe Twin, Non Smoking (20 square meters)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a small table.

Deluxe King, Non Smoking (20 square meters)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Corner Twin, Non Smoking (25 square meters)

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a sliding door, and decorative wall elements.

Corner Twin, Non Smoking (25 square meters)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Corner King, Non Smoking (25 square meters)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small TV, and a kitchenette.

Corner King, Non Smoking (25 square meters)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Corner Twin (Universal), Non Smoking (28 square meters)

A modern hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a desk, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

Corner Twin (Universal), Non Smoking (28 square meters)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premier Twin, Non Smoking (39 square meters)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Premier King, Non Smoking (39 square meters)

  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Suite, Non Smoking (64 square meters)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, sliding glass doors leading to a garden, and a traditional shoji screen.

Premier Suite, Non Smoking (64 square meters)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 64 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Shimogyo Ward, a neighborhood in Kyoto, is home to Agora Kyoto Karasuma. Nishiki Market and Nijō Castle are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Shijo Street and Pontocho Alley. Kyoto Aquarium and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden are also worth visiting. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
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701-1 Myodenji-cho Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, 600-8472

What's nearby

  • Cherry blossoms in full bloom against a backdrop of traditional Japanese architecture.
    Shijo Street
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A traditional Japanese building with a wooden facade and a signboard.
    Sanjo Street
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A bustling indoor market with various shops and stalls.
    Nishiki Market
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A traditional gate with ornate golden decorations and a tiled roof.
    Nijō Castle
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A brightly lit urban street at night with illuminated buildings and a tree-lined sidewalk.
    Kawaramachi Street
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Shijo Station
    5 min walk
  • Karasuma Oike Station
    13 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM)
    59 min drive

Restaurants

  • Goodman Roaster
    2 min walk
  • クロワ ルース
    2 min walk
  • 若菜屋四条西洞院店
    1 min walk
  • 珈琲の店 雲仙
    1 min walk
  • 京都肉食堂
    3 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily Japanese breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 2,200 per person

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

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  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for Japanese breakfast: approximately JPY 2200 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file

Frequently asked questions

Is Agora Kyoto Karasuma pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Agora Kyoto Karasuma?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Agora Kyoto Karasuma?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Agora Kyoto Karasuma located?

Located in Shimogyo Ward, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Shijo Street and Nishiki Market. Nijō Castle and Pontocho Alley are also within 1 mi (2 km). Karasuma Oike Station is 13 minutes by foot and Gojo Station is 13 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Agora Kyoto Karasuma Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 350 out of 581 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 154 out of 581 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 581 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 581 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 581 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, nice rooms. Great beverage station.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean and modern hotel with spacious and clean rooms. Hotel staff are very helpful and friendly. Would recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, we loved our stay at this hotel! The rooms were nice, spacious, and comfortable. The only downside was that it was a little farther from the train station than we had expected, but it was still a great experience overall. We would definitely consider staying here again on our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a nice hotel on a very nice neighborhood with many restaurants, shops and convenience stores. Rooms are fine. There is coffee and infused water on the lobby as a compliment and a space with chairs and tables to hang around for a while at night
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location about 15 min walk from Nishiki Market and family mart right next door. Friendly staff. Bus stop 2 min walk and about a 10-15 min walk from main train station. Rooms were on the smaller side but perfect for 2 large luggage and 2 people.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved our stay. The room was fantastic and the bed was comfortable but notably it was supposed to be a King and was actually 2 smaller mattresses pushed together which was a tad annoying. Having YouTube available on the TV was great for when it came time to fall asleep. The staff were incredibly kind and helpful when it came to our luggage being transferred.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Favorite hotel, it was so clean and nice. The room was very spacious. The hotel was located by the train and lots of stores and restaurants nearby. Definitely going to go back to this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Absolutely amazing stay. The breakfast was incredible. 10/10.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was a little bit smaller than the photos but perfect for the price, very good location and everyone was nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff were friendly and knowledgeable. They accommodated our request within the room for our honeymoon. The room was modern, clean and comfy. They offered complimentary bread and coffee that was pretty good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was nice and spacious compared to other rooms, style was what we expected it be like in Kyoto too, traditional! Didn’t get top up of water and tea for a 2 night stay so at least a top up of water would’ve been appreciated. For our honeymoon so we got a cute note and treats in our room on arrival. Room provided pyjamas, and toiletries such as shampoo, conditioner, shower gel plus toothbrush, hair brush, cotton buds, face towel, razors. Hairdryer and curling tongs/straighteners were a lovely addition! Highly recommend staying here, well connected on public transport too to get to all the sites.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful stay. The staff was fantastic and we loved our room so much it was hard to leave it some days. Premium suite was definitely worth the value.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay , excellent staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was gorgeous and the staff was super helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great shops nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Disliked: Cleanliness
Excellent position, near the subway station and bus stops. Hotel provides some drinks every night and a selection of tea and bread every morning, with no extra charge. Rooms are bigger than the average japanese hotel. The only downside is the room cleaning service: we noticed that they didn't really clean the room on cleaning day (we found trash on the flooor and near the bed, we didn't get new pajamas nor a refill of teabags), but towels and amenities were properly restocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I am thankful Mr. Oyama was very kind and helpful. The hotel location is convenient. I enjoyed cafe latte everyday. Thank you very much.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Its central so it was easy to go around
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay in the city. Easy access to subway and bus. The hotel is beautiful and the rooms are very nice. Perfect place to be.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Really nice modern room, only thing slightly letting it down is location but buses in Kyoto are easy
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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5/5 star hotel I really enjoy the room it was modern the hotel is clean and great location. I would stay here every time lam in Kyoto!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Love the aesthetic. Everything was available - including renting hair straightener. They even give you light morning breakfast and drinks. Helpful staff. Very zen!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, convenient location and helpful staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Good location, but small rooms and disappointing breakfast (no options, same every morning).
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay. Free bread, juice and coffee was so good. The bedding really provided the perfect comfort. It was so nice to have the life market and fresco market right around the corner. It was really nice to walk around the small alleys from hotel towards Nishiki Market direction.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026