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Aoi Hotel Kyoto

4.0 star property
Riverwalk hotel in Kyoto with a 24-hour front desk

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River view room with Tatami area 301 | Free minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk
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River view room with Tatami area 201 | Free minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk
Aoi Hotel Kyoto offers a peaceful base in the city center. Guests can visit Nishiki Market and Kiyomizu Temple, then return to comforts like free in-room WiFi, laundry facilities, luggage storage, a front-desk safe, and helpful concierge services.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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River view room with Tatami area 101 | Free minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

River view room with Tatami area 101

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
Free minibar items
  • 70 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Futons OR 2 Twin Beds

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River view room with Tatami area 201 | Free minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

River view room with Tatami area 201

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
Free minibar items
  • 70 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Futons OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for River view room with Tatami area 301

River view room with Tatami area 301 | Free minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

River view room with Tatami area 301

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
Free minibar items
  • 70 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons

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Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, slippers, electronic bidet

River view room with Tatami area 401

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
Free minibar items
  • 70 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Futons OR 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Room-Street View | Free minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Twin Room-Street View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Room-Street View | Free minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Twin Room-Street View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
146 Tenno-Cho Shimogyo-Ku, Kiyamachidori, Bukkoji Agaru, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8013

What's nearby

  • Kawaramachi Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Pontocho Alley - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Yasaka Shrine - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Kyoto Kawaramachi Station - 4 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 13 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪アジェ 木屋町団栗店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪地球屋 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪京都鴨川倶楽部 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪CoCo壱番屋 下京区四条河原町店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪L'Escamoteur - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Aoi Hotel Kyoto

Upscale hotel near Kawaramachi Street
Located close to Pontocho Alley and Nishiki Market, Aoi Hotel Kyoto provides a terrace, a Japanese garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Japanese breakfast (surcharge), a front-desk safe, and smoke-free premises
  • Luggage storage, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Multilingual staff, books, and local meal delivery service
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and offer comforts such as heated floors and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free stocked minibars and free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Highchairs, children's dinnerware, and free infant beds
  • Eco-friendly toiletries, toilets with electronic bidets, and hair dryers
  • 0-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Wardrobes/closets, heated floors, and kitchenettes

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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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: JPY 2,600 to 2,600 for adults and JPY 1,000 to 2,400 for children

Things to do

  • Books

Family friendly

  • All-in-one washer/dryer
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Dining table
  • DVD player
  • High chair
  • In-room crib
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Japanese garden
  • On a river
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • Elevator
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 100
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 0-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Chef service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Kitchenette
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • All-in-one washer/dryer
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heated floor
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Mobile key entry
  • Printer
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

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 per adult, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

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 200-10,000 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 2600 to 2600 for adults, and JPY 1000 to 2400 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Alipay and WeChat Pay
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a security system
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Japanese futons are provided based on the number of adults in the reservation.

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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Aoi HOTEL
Aoi KYOTO
Aoi Hotel Kyoto Hotel
Aoi Hotel Kyoto Kyoto
Aoi Hotel Kyoto Hotel Kyoto
Book a Stay at Aoi HOTEL KYOTO

Frequently asked questions

Is Aoi Hotel Kyoto pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Aoi Hotel Kyoto?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Aoi Hotel Kyoto?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Aoi Hotel Kyoto?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Aoi Hotel Kyoto located?

Located in Shimogyo Ward, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street, Pontocho Alley, and Shijo Street. Nishiki Market and Yasaka Shrine are also within 15 minutes. Kyoto Kawaramachi Station and Gion-shijo Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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Reviews

Aoi Hotel Kyoto Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.8

Eco-friendliness

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 131 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 131 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 131 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 131 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 131 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room and really nice staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kasemsan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Very nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, fantastic space. Very centrally located
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing luxury hotel in the best possible location south of Pontocho and across the bridge from Gion. A huge room with a terrace and a sparkling large bathroom with a shower, wooden tub, and river views. Fridge stocked with beer and soft drinks and a washer-dryer for longer stays. None of this comes cheap but go and enjoy.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very stylish hotel and in a wonderful location. Exceptional staff called multiple restaurants to get reservations. Simply the best
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
5G hotel: great location, great staff, great deco, great value and great memories. Just love it!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff. Very organized and great information provided to tourists. Washer and dryer in room was the best part! Very very clean and large spacious rooms.....rare. Would definitely stay here again. Very convenient location to Gion corner and market and right on river. Beautiful area. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the place to be. Charming and very helpful staff. Exceptionally large, and comfortable room with river view. Stunning bathroom, shower and tub also with river view. Ideal location within walking distance to starred Gion restaurants and practically next door to the best bar in Kyoto, Turquoise. There is even a washer-dryer. Why stay anywhere else?
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel is in a great location in Kyoto. It was within walking distance of city center but tucked away on a quiet romantic street near the canal near restaurants and bars. The hotel is very Japanese - travelers will need to remove their shoes in the room. The bathroom shower was a little bit moldy, however. It was clean, but the wooden tub had some dark spots that really defy scrubbing. Otherwise, the room was spotlessly clean and perfect for a family. The washer dryer was great and easy to use and we liked have a refrigerator in the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kazumi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
客室が最高でした。また、夜、鴨川を眺めながらゆっくりビール🍻で乾杯ムードに設定しており、次も家族で泊まりたいホテルです。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful hotel. The cherry trees must be in bloom right now.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

apartment-like stay by Kamo River in Kyoto

Our room at Aoi Hotel was very spacious, with a balcony the size of some budget hotel rooms and overlooking the Kamo River. The room gets daily cleaning and restocking, but the reception/concierge is not really present (they can be summoned with a phone call from the front desk). Overall, a unique, high-quality hotel in an excellent location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super fint hotel med fantastisk service
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
アメニティが少なかった
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
とても素敵でした！ちょっとやっぱり高いかな、、、
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic boutique review...great for couples

Great boutique style with awesome amenities. The river view is amazing and kudos to Misato at the front desk who went above and beyond throughout the check-in process and helped translate all the little bottons in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

HOSUN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
정말 깔끔하고 아늑하고 조용한 곳이었습니다. 교통도 편리하고요. 단 호텔 표시가 거의 안되어 찾느라고 한참 걸렸습니다.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

KY, KANAGAWA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
繁華街にあり、どこに行くにも便利な立地だった。 部屋から見えた鴨川の景色も非常に京都を感じられて良かった。 乾燥機付きの洗濯機がとても便利だった。 浴槽も広くゆったりリラックスできた。
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

YUMI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
301タイプに連泊しました。我が家のような安心感と、あったらいいなが揃っている快適さ。
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Mino, 東京

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
とてもコンパクトで機能的。繁華街、商店街に近く、交通の便も起点となっている場所で便利。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Pamella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Todos da recepção super atenciosos e educados! Eles dão um smartphone para usar durante a estadia q tem wi-fi free mesmo na rua!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
部屋からの鴨川の眺めや屋上から見た満月は最高でした。お部屋は広くて窓も大きいので解放感があり気持ち良く過ごせました。 近くにはたくさん飲食店もあるので、お店の紹介やおすすめのお店なども書いたマップがあると嬉しいです！
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
酒店地點位置十分方便，可以輕易步行去衹園、四条等商店街，乘坐巴士去清水寺、金閣寺觀光也景房間景觀非常好！房間設備齊全和整潔，員工友善待客。
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

San, 香港

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
位置便利，步行數分鐘別已到了大型購物商場，如0101, 高島屋等。而酒店附近亦有很多專統的日本食肆。房間空間感十足，浴室十分明亮，舒適。有洗衣乾衣機，十分方便不想帶太多衣服出門的旅客。唯沒有早餐和免費泊車位。另外，我被安排入住地下房間，有些感覺不安全。當然，日本治安好，其實不用太擔心，但若編配八高層會更好。
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

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