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The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-karasumagojo

2.5 star property
Find your perfect balance of comfort and adventure in this vibrant city. Unwind after exploring iconic landmarks like Nishiki Market.

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Experience the essence of Kyoto at The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-karasumagojo, where you can unwind with laundry facilities and stay connected with in-room WiFi. Discover the city's charm, from Nishiki Market to Sanjusangen-do Temple, and return to a comfortable haven with express check-out, a vending machine, luggage storage, a TV in the lobby. Previous guests rave about the overall value and helpful staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Private Single Room with Shared Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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[Female Only] Private Single Room with Shared Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Private Hollywood Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Exceptional
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Private Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom, Bunk Beds

8.8 out of 10
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Private Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom, Bunk Bed and Twin Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Shimogyo Ward, a neighborhood in Kyoto, The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-karasumagojo is near a metro station. Notable landmarks in the area include Nishiki Market and Kyoto Tower. Sanjusangen-do Temple and Kiyomizu Temple are two other places to visit that come recommended. Guests appreciate the hotel's convenience to public transportation: Gojo Station is just steps away. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
Map
423 Matsuyacho Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, 600-8105

What's nearby

  • 京都市四条河原町交差点の夜の景観。
    Kawaramachi Street
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Shijo Street
    Shijo Street
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kyoto_NishikiMarket_6258971_08
    Nishiki Market
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kyoto, Japan Skyline at the Tower
    Kyoto Tower
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Higashi Honganji Temple
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Gojo Station
    1 min walk
  • Shijo Station
    9 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM)
    60 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    1 min walk
  • スペインバル Santres
    3 min walk
  • CoCo壱番屋 烏丸五条店
    1 min walk
  • 蕎麦の実よしむら (Sobanomi Yoshimura)
    1 min walk
  • おうどん一
    3 min walk

About this property

The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-karasumagojo

Hotel near Kyoto Tower
Located close to Nishiki Market and Sanjusangen-do Temple, The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-karasumagojo provides laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Express check-out, a TV in the lobby, and an elevator
  • Luggage storage, a vending machine, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the overall value and helpful staff
Room features
All 121 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Heating and housekeeping

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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

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

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
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: JPY 1000
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: JPY 1000
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 1:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

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

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 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

  • Early check-in fee: JPY 1000 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: JPY 1000 (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

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; cash is not accepted
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

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 The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-karasumagojo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-karasumagojo?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of JPY 1000 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-karasumagojo?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for JPY 1000 (subject to availability).

Where is The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-karasumagojo located?

Located in Shimogyo Ward, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Kyoto Tower and Nishiki Market. Sanjusangen-do Temple and Kiyomizu Temple are also within 2 mi (3 km). Gojo Station is only a 2-minute walk and Karasuma Oike Station is 20 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

The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-karasumagojo Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 334 out of 504 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 130 out of 504 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 504 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 504 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 504 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Muhammad Rehan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, relatively economical stay compared to most other options in Kyoto. Room and toilets were very clean, breakfast was a nice addition.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Athanasios

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful ryokan in a gorgeous area of japan. Great, welcoming people running it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very friendly, the location is great and within 17 mins of walking from Kyoto Station. The restaurant for breakfast is 1 min away from the entrance of the hotel. They provide you with great amenities as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Braeden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s in a very nice part of the city. Very convenient to get around. Staff are very nice. Rooms might be a bit small but very nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ching Lin Cecilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple but comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay was very enjoyable and love the location is right next to subway line.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Great amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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6/10 Okay

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff were OK. We were welcomed by a girl that did not smile nor looked happy to be there. Bed were hard as rock… Bathroom clean which is great. Great location as well. A little bit expensive for what it is but great overall
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very kind ans the area is super convienent for food and the train!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff are really nice and the bathroom are clean
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very easy to get to from Kyoto Station and very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hong

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, well-organized, great location, right by the train station, 7-eleven and Family Mart near by. Walkable to Gion area.
Verified

8/10 Good

Zak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very simple but effective hotel that I’d love to of stayed longer in. The beds was extremely comfortable and while not the most spacious, was definitely a nice place to rest and relax in.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
More of a Hostel design, shared bathrooms with other guests, however the bathrooms were modern and clean. The room was very small, just for sleeping, also common shared washrooms with other guests. Location was near access to subway and within walking of the main shopping areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Amenities
It's a great location. Plenty of showers and always clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff are lovely, train is easy to get around with a short walk
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ilyda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for 3 nights and it was great! Location was perfect, just 2 mins walk from the metro and quiet yet close to the city centre. Room was great, yes it was small but thoughtfully designed (I love the nightlight feature!) and the futon was extremely comfortable. Breakfast not bad and great value. Bathrooms were OK, showers were perfecty fine and well-maintained but I do wish the toilets came with a seat cleaning spray for hygiene (especially as they're shared). Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, and the facility itself is very well upkept. Good for a short stay on a budget!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

kristi

Liked: Amenities
Clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tommy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was really kind. Comfortable bathrooms and overall clean place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super convenient location… practically on top of the metro station entrance. Nice hotel with nice amenities. Pajamas and slippers included, a breakfast place down the street, laundry, clean bathrooms, I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gregory

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

Great hotel for Kyoto

The hotel staff was very courteous and friendly. I enjoyed the style of the rooms with the classic Japanese styled bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comgortable smallefficent room.shared bathroom was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Excellent value. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rustem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good organization, clear instructions, great staff, perfect location
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023