Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
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About this property
Stylish hotel in downtown Kyoto with modern amenities, just a short walk from Nishiki Market and Yasaka Shrine.
Location
Downtown Kyoto, a neighborhood in Kyoto with great shopping, is home to Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu. Notable landmarks in the area include Yasaka Shrine and Nishiki Market. Kyoto Imperial Palace and Nijō Castle are two other places to visit that come recommended.
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Dry cleaning
Housekeeping
Safe-deposit box
Luggage storage
Room options
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Standard Twin Room
Room details
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
248 ft²
Air ConditioningSafety Deposit BoxPrivate Bathroom
8
Twin Room
Room details
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
226 ft²
Air ConditioningSafety Deposit BoxPrivate Bathroom
8
Superior Triple Room
Room details
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 3
269 ft²
Air ConditioningSafety Deposit BoxSofa Bed
18
Double Room Disability Access
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
248 ft²
Air ConditioningSafety Deposit BoxPrivate Bathroom
7
Standard Family Room
Room details
4× Single Beds
Sleeps 4
452 ft²
Air ConditioningSafety Deposit BoxPrivate Bathroom
8
Deluxe Twin Room
Room details
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
248 ft²
Air ConditioningSafety Deposit BoxPrivate Bathroom
9
Deluxe Triple Room
Room details
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 3
280 ft²
Air ConditioningSafety Deposit BoxSofa Bed
8
Superior Twin Room
Room details
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
226 ft²
Air ConditioningSafety Deposit BoxPrivate Bathroom
9
Deluxe Double Room
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
172 ft²
Air ConditioningSafety Deposit BoxPrivate Bathroom
9
Standard Double Room
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
172 ft²
Air ConditioningSafety Deposit BoxPrivate Bathroom
7
Deluxe Family Room
Room details
4× Single Beds
Sleeps 4
452 ft²
Air ConditioningSafety Deposit BoxPrivate Bathroom
Guest reviews of Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
9.1
Superb
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At Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu, reviewers repeatedly praise the ultra-central location near Nishiki Market, Gion and transit, very clean rooms with modern Japanese-style bathrooms, and friendly, helpful staff who assist with requests from luggage to medical needs.
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At Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu, reviewers repeatedly praise the ultra-central location near Nishiki Market, Gion and transit, very clean rooms with modern Japanese-style bathrooms, and friendly, helpful staff who assist with requests from luggage to medical needs.
Recurring downsides include significant street noise in some street-facing rooms, smaller rooms with limited storage for luggage, and occasional bathroom or hallway odors. Breakfast buffet is widely described as good with Japanese and Western choices, though a few guests found it pricey or repetitive. Guests appreciate thoughtful extras like a lobby coffee machine, self-serve amenities, and coin-laundry, though machines can be few and busy. Expect a well-run city hotel with excellent convenience and lively surroundings.
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Facilities
Thoughtful extras include a lobby drinks station and self-serve amenities; coin-laundry is available but there are only a few machines and they are often in use. Some guests noted parking is not provided or is a walk away.
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Teruko
27 Oct 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
先斗町、錦市場、八阪神社、祇園など徒歩圏内で、ともかく立地が良く、どこに行くにも便利。 浴室が日本式でとても良い。 美味しいコーヒーのサービスも嬉しかったです。
先斗町、錦市場、八阪神社、祇園など徒歩圏内で、ともかく立地が良く、どこに行くにも便利。 浴室が日本式でとても良い。 美味しいコーヒーのサービスも嬉しかったです。
10
Lauren
15 Jan 2026
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Stayed 6 nights
Wow! This was truly the best hotel we have ever stayed in! It was pur first hotel in Japan, so we're not sure how it compares to other Japanese hotels, but as Americans the service and ammenities here absolutely blew us away. They have everything that you need. The location is fantastic. The room was very quiet, despite being in a busy, lively area. We needed urgent medical care during the trip, and the staff found a place and called and made the appointment for us, and we received top-tier medical care as well. The one small ossue is I wish they had more laundry machines, as there were only 3 for the whole building; but we only had to wait about 6 minutes during our stay (January), so it wasn't too bad. They offer a full set of ammenities and a variety of free coffee from a machine in the morning. Comfortable beds. Extremely clean, everything worked well, luggage transfer service was excellent. 11/10 stay here!
Wow! This was truly the best hotel we have ever stayed in! It was pur first hotel in Japan, so we're not sure how it compares to other Japanese hotels, but as Americans the service and ammenities here absolutely blew us away. They have everything that you need. The location is fantastic. The room was very quiet, despite being in a busy, lively area. We needed urgent medical care during the trip, and the staff found a place and called and made the appointment for us, and we received top-tier medical care as well. The one small ossue is I wish they had more laundry machines, as there were only 3 for the whole building; but we only had to wait about 6 minutes during our stay (January), so it wasn't too bad. They offer a full set of ammenities and a variety of free coffee from a machine in the morning. Comfortable beds. Extremely clean, everything worked well, luggage transfer service was excellent. 11/10 stay here!
10
Janki
24 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Our favorite hotel in Japan! It's so close to the station, lots of busses, shopping, eating nearby. The staff was so helpful- they filled out my Yamato shipping form for me and took care of things. The only annoyance is that despite using a key card, the elevator always stops and opens at floor 2. The laundry facilities were very nice and you could check on them on the TV (to see how much time was left or if they were free). I also loved how the pajamas were two piece variety!
Our favorite hotel in Japan! It's so close to the station, lots of busses, shopping, eating nearby. The staff was so helpful- they filled out my Yamato shipping form for me and took care of things. The only annoyance is that despite using a key card, the elevator always stops and opens at floor 2. The laundry facilities were very nice and you could check on them on the TV (to see how much time was left or if they were free). I also loved how the pajamas were two piece variety!
8
Ojonsano
17 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
At the heart of Kyoto shopping district, this was a great location to take breaks during a busy exploration day. Coffee and drinks services were great and available throughout the day. Only suggestion would be to add more laundry machines for the ratio of # of guests to machine. Our room was directly across from the laundry room and it was in use 24/7. Luckily the hotel provided ear plugs for our stay knowing the noise from the streets and surrounding area. Aside from that, the beds and amenities were great and will stay again!
At the heart of Kyoto shopping district, this was a great location to take breaks during a busy exploration day. Coffee and drinks services were great and available throughout the day. Only suggestion would be to add more laundry machines for the ratio of # of guests to machine. Our room was directly across from the laundry room and it was in use 24/7. Luckily the hotel provided ear plugs for our stay knowing the noise from the streets and surrounding area. Aside from that, the beds and amenities were great and will stay again!
8
MINORU
15 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
駐車場があれば更によかったです。
駐車場があれば更によかったです。
10
Gretel
11 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
While we chose the hotel based on its central location - with Nishiki market and the Gion district within walking distance - the hotel, staff and amenities completely exceeded expectations. Everything was wonderful, including the excellent buffet breakfast with both Japanese and European options. The room was larger than expected with a small but efficient modular bathroom that included a bathtub and shower. The room also had a kettle and excellent green tea. Coffee was available in the foyer.
While we chose the hotel based on its central location - with Nishiki market and the Gion district within walking distance - the hotel, staff and amenities completely exceeded expectations. Everything was wonderful, including the excellent buffet breakfast with both Japanese and European options. The room was larger than expected with a small but efficient modular bathroom that included a bathtub and shower. The room also had a kettle and excellent green tea. Coffee was available in the foyer.
10
Latisha
11 Jul 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Thank you for a wonderful stay!! Was awesome to have the coffee available in the lobby.
Thank you for a wonderful stay!! Was awesome to have the coffee available in the lobby.
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Güngör
1 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
During our 15-day trip in Japan and Korea, this was one of the two hotels that provided the most in-room amenities. They even supplied facial cleansing gel, cleansing oil, and many other personal care products I won’t list here. Pijama included. Breakfast was decent, and the complimentary coffee available throughout the day was a nice touch. The only downside was the attitude of the ladies working at the reception, which we did not appreciate.
During our 15-day trip in Japan and Korea, this was one of the two hotels that provided the most in-room amenities. They even supplied facial cleansing gel, cleansing oil, and many other personal care products I won’t list here. Pijama included. Breakfast was decent, and the complimentary coffee available throughout the day was a nice touch. The only downside was the attitude of the ladies working at the reception, which we did not appreciate.
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Gwendolyn
23 Oct 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
A lovely spacious room, very clean and staff are lovely. It's also a wonderfully convenient location for trains, busses and walking Laundry services are very good but be aware if you choose wash and dry you'll also have to pay extra for more drying because one lot of drying won't actually fully dry anything. There are only 2 machines on the floor I stayed on so it's hard to get access. It would be nice if they had a little clothes line in the bathrooms so you can hang dresses to dry but they have a lot of amenities such as irons, steamers, trouser presses and ironing boards which is fantastic
A lovely spacious room, very clean and staff are lovely. It's also a wonderfully convenient location for trains, busses and walking Laundry services are very good but be aware if you choose wash and dry you'll also have to pay extra for more drying because one lot of drying won't actually fully dry anything. There are only 2 machines on the floor I stayed on so it's hard to get access. It would be nice if they had a little clothes line in the bathrooms so you can hang dresses to dry but they have a lot of amenities such as irons, steamers, trouser presses and ironing boards which is fantastic
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Chuen He
11 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
No parking service. It’s far from parking.
No parking service. It’s far from parking.
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Cleanliness
Reviews consistently praise very clean rooms and public areas. A few guests mentioned occasional odors or isolated housekeeping lapses.
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Dania
19 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This hotel is in an excellent location. The rooms are clean and space is decent for Japan rooms. I highly recommend staying in this hotel.
This hotel is in an excellent location. The rooms are clean and space is decent for Japan rooms. I highly recommend staying in this hotel.
10
Dorothy
11 Jan 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Cleanliness, staff, room size and location
Cleanliness, staff, room size and location
10
Sharina
29 Nov 2025
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Stayed 9 nights
Clean room, great service and staff, and delicious breakfast buffet
Clean room, great service and staff, and delicious breakfast buffet
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Blair
25 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Location is great, bed isn’t very comfortable, very thin mattress. There is a horrible smell from the toilet which caused my partner and I to become ill and having to leave early. After reading more reviews I see this is a common problem. I would not recommend this place for comfort, but would recommend it for location.
Location is great, bed isn’t very comfortable, very thin mattress. There is a horrible smell from the toilet which caused my partner and I to become ill and having to leave early. After reading more reviews I see this is a common problem. I would not recommend this place for comfort, but would recommend it for location.
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Daniela
18 May 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Great area! Great staff! Great service! Only concern was the moldy smell in the room. But we didn’t really spend much time there and we didn’t ask to be changed to a different room so maybe not all the rooms smell like that. Otherwise, we enjoyed our stay!
Great area! Great staff! Great service! Only concern was the moldy smell in the room. But we didn’t really spend much time there and we didn’t ask to be changed to a different room so maybe not all the rooms smell like that. Otherwise, we enjoyed our stay!
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Kelvin Man Kit
14 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Everything from location, cleanliness, and staff friendliness were perfect. The only minor issue was the bathroom smelled funny.
Everything from location, cleanliness, and staff friendliness were perfect. The only minor issue was the bathroom smelled funny.
10
Yuki
15 Mar 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
去年から3度目の宿泊になります。 とにかく立地が凄く良いです。 スタッフの方も全員素晴らしい接客でした ただ今回残念だったのが2点ほどあります 1点目は浴槽は洗ってるのか疑問でした。1日目は私が使い終わった後浴槽を洗ったので比較できませんでしたが2日目の入浴後浴槽を洗わず次の日にお湯はりをしようと思い浴槽内を触ったら少しザラザラしてました。浴槽は洗った感じではなかったです。水滴を拭き取るぐらいなのかな？って思いました。過去2度泊まった時は綺麗だったんですが‥ あと2点目は朝食です。おばんざいが3日連続同じ物でした。今までは4種類ある内の1種類は違う物があったので楽しみにしてましたが今回は全て同じでガッカリ‥ ただ今回始めてわさびと昆布のお漬物？みたいなのはとても美味しかったです 残念な点はあったけど、また泊まりたいと思います。 綺麗な部屋で過ごす事が出来てスタッフの方の気持ちの良い接客ありがとうございました。また利用させてもらいます
去年から3度目の宿泊になります。 とにかく立地が凄く良いです。 スタッフの方も全員素晴らしい接客でした ただ今回残念だったのが2点ほどあります 1点目は浴槽は洗ってるのか疑問でした。1日目は私が使い終わった後浴槽を洗ったので比較できませんでしたが2日目の入浴後浴槽を洗わず次の日にお湯はりをしようと思い浴槽内を触ったら少しザラザラしてました。浴槽は洗った感じではなかったです。水滴を拭き取るぐらいなのかな？って思いました。過去2度泊まった時は綺麗だったんですが‥ あと2点目は朝食です。おばんざいが3日連続同じ物でした。今までは4種類ある内の1種類は違う物があったので楽しみにしてましたが今回は全て同じでガッカリ‥ ただ今回始めてわさびと昆布のお漬物？みたいなのはとても美味しかったです 残念な点はあったけど、また泊まりたいと思います。 綺麗な部屋で過ごす事が出来てスタッフの方の気持ちの良い接客ありがとうございました。また利用させてもらいます
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Makiko
20 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
スタッフの接客も気持ち良くホテルも綺麗で満足でした。
スタッフの接客も気持ち良くホテルも綺麗で満足でした。
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???????
16 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
とても清潔で、部屋も広々していました。 街中にあり、買い物や食事に行くのにとても便利した。
とても清潔で、部屋も広々していました。 街中にあり、買い物や食事に行くのにとても便利した。
10
Azure
16 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
clean, comfy rooms/beds, kind, helpful staff, great breakfast!
clean, comfy rooms/beds, kind, helpful staff, great breakfast!
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Rooms
Rooms are modern and generally comfortable, with Japanese-style bathrooms (separate shower/tub and toilet) and some larger options like connecting or Musse-floor rooms. Standard rooms can feel small with limited storage, and street-facing rooms report traffic noise.
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Heidi
28 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This property was nearly perfect. Great location near shopping and dining and it was clean. However, you need to request a room on the backside or quiet side. If you are on the street side, it is impossible to sleep. It would be good for hoteliers to work with the government to change the sound or hours that aid cares can run their sirens. Also, the rooms are super small (but that is normal) would be nice if their beds were elevated slightly to accommodate suitcases so that the nice sitting area could be used.
This property was nearly perfect. Great location near shopping and dining and it was clean. However, you need to request a room on the backside or quiet side. If you are on the street side, it is impossible to sleep. It would be good for hoteliers to work with the government to change the sound or hours that aid cares can run their sirens. Also, the rooms are super small (but that is normal) would be nice if their beds were elevated slightly to accommodate suitcases so that the nice sitting area could be used.
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Justin
30 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The family room that we stayed in was great with a connecting room. Plenty of space and shower room was huge.
The family room that we stayed in was great with a connecting room. Plenty of space and shower room was huge.
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Lloyd
11 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was not sound proof hard to sleep if your room was facing the road. Room cleaner not the friendliest. Not a fan of the sink in the middle of the room. Great location tho.
Room was not sound proof hard to sleep if your room was facing the road. Room cleaner not the friendliest. Not a fan of the sink in the middle of the room. Great location tho.
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Natasha
8 Jun 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Good hotel with an excellent location. Just a few steps away from shops like 7/11, Don Quijote, Onitsuka Tiger and a food court. Lovely staff, very friendly. The room was also nice, although a bit small, it had everything you need for basic living.
Good hotel with an excellent location. Just a few steps away from shops like 7/11, Don Quijote, Onitsuka Tiger and a food court. Lovely staff, very friendly. The room was also nice, although a bit small, it had everything you need for basic living.
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John
26 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Connecting room on 9th floor(Musse floor) is very clean and Quiet. Donquixote view!!
Connecting room on 9th floor(Musse floor) is very clean and Quiet. Donquixote view!!
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Kasia
6 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Room layout was perfect for three people! Having separate sink, shower, and toilet was very convenient.
Room layout was perfect for three people! Having separate sink, shower, and toilet was very convenient.
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Alex
9 Nov 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
The room we had was clean, size was exactly as expected for a hotel in the central part of a large city. It was known due to its central location it would be a little noisy at night, but it was manageable and we both managed to sleep soundly all nights of our stay. The location was excellent for all things getting around.
The room we had was clean, size was exactly as expected for a hotel in the central part of a large city. It was known due to its central location it would be a little noisy at night, but it was manageable and we both managed to sleep soundly all nights of our stay. The location was excellent for all things getting around.
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Jia
30 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Overall good stay. The original room assigned was facing directly the busy street with the bed against the window; it was too noisy so I asked for a room change. I paid a little more and switched to a double bed room facing the temple; it was 1000% better. Great location
Overall good stay. The original room assigned was facing directly the busy street with the bed against the window; it was too noisy so I asked for a room change. I paid a little more and switched to a double bed room facing the temple; it was 1000% better. Great location
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Shruti
8 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We arrived around noon. The hotel stored our luggage till we could check in (after 3 pm). Amenities were in the lobby to pick what one needed. We booked a twin Musse room, without knowledge that it was a premium room, and it was wonderful. Very spacious!! I would definitely stay there again in the same type room.
We arrived around noon. The hotel stored our luggage till we could check in (after 3 pm). Amenities were in the lobby to pick what one needed. We booked a twin Musse room, without knowledge that it was a premium room, and it was wonderful. Very spacious!! I would definitely stay there again in the same type room.
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John
27 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Connecting room on 9th floor was just amazing!!!
Connecting room on 9th floor was just amazing!!!
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Service
Staff are widely described as friendly, professional and helpful, assisting with luggage, guidance and even medical appointments. A few guests noted limited English at times or inflexibility around checkout and taxi bookings.
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Sebastien
24 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Heureusement qu il y a Google traduction car personne alá réception ne parle anglais. Aussi très surprenant, les repecetionnistes ne connaissent pas les environs de leurs hôtels.. l'hôtel es très propre bien décoré, les chambres agréables. Tout est a proximité
Heureusement qu il y a Google traduction car personne alá réception ne parle anglais. Aussi très surprenant, les repecetionnistes ne connaissent pas les environs de leurs hôtels.. l'hôtel es très propre bien décoré, les chambres agréables. Tout est a proximité
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ELISEO
2 Oct 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Staff service and cleanliness was the best we ever had. Very convenient to shopping and close to restaurants. Would highly recommend !!!
Staff service and cleanliness was the best we ever had. Very convenient to shopping and close to restaurants. Would highly recommend !!!
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Leonora
8 Nov 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Front lobby staff are very friendly, attentive and helpful!
Front lobby staff are very friendly, attentive and helpful!
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Lauren
15 Jan 2026
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Stayed 6 nights
Wow! This was truly the best hotel we have ever stayed in! It was pur first hotel in Japan, so we're not sure how it compares to other Japanese hotels, but as Americans the service and ammenities here absolutely blew us away. They have everything that you need. The location is fantastic. The room was very quiet, despite being in a busy, lively area. We needed urgent medical care during the trip, and the staff found a place and called and made the appointment for us, and we received top-tier medical care as well. The one small ossue is I wish they had more laundry machines, as there were only 3 for the whole building; but we only had to wait about 6 minutes during our stay (January), so it wasn't too bad. They offer a full set of ammenities and a variety of free coffee from a machine in the morning. Comfortable beds. Extremely clean, everything worked well, luggage transfer service was excellent. 11/10 stay here!
Wow! This was truly the best hotel we have ever stayed in! It was pur first hotel in Japan, so we're not sure how it compares to other Japanese hotels, but as Americans the service and ammenities here absolutely blew us away. They have everything that you need. The location is fantastic. The room was very quiet, despite being in a busy, lively area. We needed urgent medical care during the trip, and the staff found a place and called and made the appointment for us, and we received top-tier medical care as well. The one small ossue is I wish they had more laundry machines, as there were only 3 for the whole building; but we only had to wait about 6 minutes during our stay (January), so it wasn't too bad. They offer a full set of ammenities and a variety of free coffee from a machine in the morning. Comfortable beds. Extremely clean, everything worked well, luggage transfer service was excellent. 11/10 stay here!
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Janki
24 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Our favorite hotel in Japan! It's so close to the station, lots of busses, shopping, eating nearby. The staff was so helpful- they filled out my Yamato shipping form for me and took care of things. The only annoyance is that despite using a key card, the elevator always stops and opens at floor 2. The laundry facilities were very nice and you could check on them on the TV (to see how much time was left or if they were free). I also loved how the pajamas were two piece variety!
Our favorite hotel in Japan! It's so close to the station, lots of busses, shopping, eating nearby. The staff was so helpful- they filled out my Yamato shipping form for me and took care of things. The only annoyance is that despite using a key card, the elevator always stops and opens at floor 2. The laundry facilities were very nice and you could check on them on the TV (to see how much time was left or if they were free). I also loved how the pajamas were two piece variety!
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carmen
5 Jun 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
I recently stayed at hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu in Kyoto and had an exceptional experience. The staff were extremely friendly, always ready with a warm smile and eager to assist with any needs. The hotel was impeccably clean, which added to the overall comfort of our stay. This hotel is located in a great central location walkable to many things in Kyoto. I would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Kyoto; it truly enhanced our trip.
I recently stayed at hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu in Kyoto and had an exceptional experience. The staff were extremely friendly, always ready with a warm smile and eager to assist with any needs. The hotel was impeccably clean, which added to the overall comfort of our stay. This hotel is located in a great central location walkable to many things in Kyoto. I would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Kyoto; it truly enhanced our trip.
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Pedro
15 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Problema para reservar un taxi
Problema para reservar un taxi
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MORGAN
24 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Hôtel parfaitement situé, proche de tout, idéal pour découvrir la ville. Les chambres sont propres et confortables. Un immense merci au personnel, qui parle très bien anglais et a été d’une aide précieuse lorsque j’ai dû consulter un médecin suite à une allergie. Leur gentillesse et leur efficacité ont littéralement sauvé mon séjour au Japon. Je recommande cet hôtel sans hésiter
Hôtel parfaitement situé, proche de tout, idéal pour découvrir la ville. Les chambres sont propres et confortables. Un immense merci au personnel, qui parle très bien anglais et a été d’une aide précieuse lorsque j’ai dû consulter un médecin suite à une allergie. Leur gentillesse et leur efficacité ont littéralement sauvé mon séjour au Japon. Je recommande cet hôtel sans hésiter
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Nicole
2 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Noisy street racing motorcycle sounds most nights and police cars - drunk people yelling Miscommunication with night staff around checkout and no flexibility by morning staff Will charge you 2000 yen if you are late to check out
Noisy street racing motorcycle sounds most nights and police cars - drunk people yelling Miscommunication with night staff around checkout and no flexibility by morning staff Will charge you 2000 yen if you are late to check out
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Witid
8 May 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent location, Staff is not that helpful.
Excellent location, Staff is not that helpful.
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Location
Exceptionally central for Kyoto sightseeing and shopping—steps to Nishiki Market, Gion, Pontocho and multiple bus/subway lines. The lively main road brings frequent nighttime street noise for some rooms.
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Dania
19 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This hotel is in an excellent location. The rooms are clean and space is decent for Japan rooms. I highly recommend staying in this hotel.
This hotel is in an excellent location. The rooms are clean and space is decent for Japan rooms. I highly recommend staying in this hotel.
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Kunnadi
29 Sept 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Stayed 4 nights at Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu, best decision ever!! Let's start with friendly staff, check-in went smooth, all toiletries self service next to the elevator. Room is clean and spacious, as a matter of fact the biggest one among all the hotels we stayed in Japan. Perfect location on the main shopping districts, Nishiki market is only 2 minutes walk, subway and train stations also within minutes walk. Lastly, plenty of restaurants and bars to choose from.
Stayed 4 nights at Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu, best decision ever!! Let's start with friendly staff, check-in went smooth, all toiletries self service next to the elevator. Room is clean and spacious, as a matter of fact the biggest one among all the hotels we stayed in Japan. Perfect location on the main shopping districts, Nishiki market is only 2 minutes walk, subway and train stations also within minutes walk. Lastly, plenty of restaurants and bars to choose from.
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Regard
10 Nov 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Hotel is located in a good area, close to lots of shops and restaurants. Its on the main shopping street, which means a lot of foot traffic outside, but in the hotel you rarely heard any of the outside noise.
Hotel is located in a good area, close to lots of shops and restaurants. Its on the main shopping street, which means a lot of foot traffic outside, but in the hotel you rarely heard any of the outside noise.
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Nicola
30 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Area was in the heart of everything. At night never needed to take a cab for restaurants or bars.
Area was in the heart of everything. At night never needed to take a cab for restaurants or bars.
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Jennie
4 Jan 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Mycket bra läge i centrala Kyoto. Nära till både sevärdheter, shopping och restauranger. Bra rum och prisvärd frukost. Rekommenderas!
Mycket bra läge i centrala Kyoto. Nära till både sevärdheter, shopping och restauranger. Bra rum och prisvärd frukost. Rekommenderas!
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Yvonne
31 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The location is really good and even close to Gion, a short walk away. I loved it and was shocked at the affordability for the quality compared to another stay in Gion.
The location is really good and even close to Gion, a short walk away. I loved it and was shocked at the affordability for the quality compared to another stay in Gion.
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Joanna
17 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very convenient location for shopping and going to places with the train and bus right there.
Very convenient location for shopping and going to places with the train and bus right there.
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John
20 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Everything was excellent at the hotel. The one issue out the their control was the street noise from the cars racing at night.
Everything was excellent at the hotel. The one issue out the their control was the street noise from the cars racing at night.
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Marisa
15 Oct 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
The location was perfect for us . We loved that we were within a few blocks to the Nishiki market, Takoyakushi-dōri and walking distance to Gion and the train station. You walked out of the building to lots of stores, restaurants and activity but our room backed onto a temple so was very quiet at night . The facility was clean and the reception very helpful. The room had linoleum not carpet easy cleaning. Room size was decent. We had a twin room and would stay here again in a heartbeat.
The location was perfect for us . We loved that we were within a few blocks to the Nishiki market, Takoyakushi-dōri and walking distance to Gion and the train station. You walked out of the building to lots of stores, restaurants and activity but our room backed onto a temple so was very quiet at night . The facility was clean and the reception very helpful. The room had linoleum not carpet easy cleaning. Room size was decent. We had a twin room and would stay here again in a heartbeat.
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David
1 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent hotel in a great location. It’s on a busy road. Something like 5th ave in NY. But it’s near the Geisha area and Pinto - Cho Alley.
Excellent hotel in a great location. It’s on a busy road. Something like 5th ave in NY. But it’s near the Geisha area and Pinto - Cho Alley.
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Dining
The breakfast buffet is often praised for variety and taste with Japanese and Western options; complimentary lobby coffee is a nice touch. Some guests felt breakfast was pricey or repetitive.
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Trilby
20 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We really enjoyed our stay here. It was a convenient location to shopping and public transportation. The breakfast was fantastic and the staff very friendly and helpful. The hotel was very clean and spacious. We would definitely stay again.
We really enjoyed our stay here. It was a convenient location to shopping and public transportation. The breakfast was fantastic and the staff very friendly and helpful. The hotel was very clean and spacious. We would definitely stay again.
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Clemens
22 Oct 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Amazing Location! Right on the Main Street, but quite in the rooms! The rooms were quite big (compared to other hotels we stayed in Japan). The breakfast is good, but I would suggest to go outside and get breakfast in one of the many brunch places. Can really recommend the hotel! Great value for money!
Amazing Location! Right on the Main Street, but quite in the rooms! The rooms were quite big (compared to other hotels we stayed in Japan). The breakfast is good, but I would suggest to go outside and get breakfast in one of the many brunch places. Can really recommend the hotel! Great value for money!
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tracey
28 Nov 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent location, very clean, room a little small, breakfast was definitely more Japanese than western. Would recommend.
Excellent location, very clean, room a little small, breakfast was definitely more Japanese than western. Would recommend.
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Stewart
14 May 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Breakfast is really good
Breakfast is really good
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Fred
3 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Booked this hotel without expectations and turned out, a very nice hotel with excellent location for shopping and dining. It's clean and the cleaners do their jobs really well. The breakfast is ok, no wow factors to it but the dining staff were really nice. 4 stars as the reception staff weren't as friendly and helpful, can be improved. Also if you can include cotton pads as amenities.
Booked this hotel without expectations and turned out, a very nice hotel with excellent location for shopping and dining. It's clean and the cleaners do their jobs really well. The breakfast is ok, no wow factors to it but the dining staff were really nice. 4 stars as the reception staff weren't as friendly and helpful, can be improved. Also if you can include cotton pads as amenities.
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Elly
19 Nov 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Handy spot. Excellent breakfast to get you going. Tight room but par for Japan. Easy access to things.
Handy spot. Excellent breakfast to get you going. Tight room but par for Japan. Easy access to things.
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Christian
3 Sept 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Staff were very helpful and nice. Clean and convenient location. Breakfast buffet was great.
Staff were very helpful and nice. Clean and convenient location. Breakfast buffet was great.
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Angelina
25 Mar 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Perfect location for shopping and dining. Do note that there is no driveway for a drop off as reception is on the second floor - so your driver will need to do a quick stop along the street (no shelter when it's raining). Reception very helpful with helping forward our excess shopping to the airport. Perfect location for access to the subway and Hankyu railway too. The breakfast buffet was so-so and I'd probably skip it if I stay here next time.
Perfect location for shopping and dining. Do note that there is no driveway for a drop off as reception is on the second floor - so your driver will need to do a quick stop along the street (no shelter when it's raining). Reception very helpful with helping forward our excess shopping to the airport. Perfect location for access to the subway and Hankyu railway too. The breakfast buffet was so-so and I'd probably skip it if I stay here next time.
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Irvin
28 Aug 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
We stayed for 4 nights at this hotel and the overall experience was quite good. The hotel has the best value for money, with a superb location, comfortable beds and pillows, very convenient, nice buffet breakfast with a variety of Japanese food, but a few western options. The staff were friendly and helpful. The rooms were rather small though, a coffee machine in the room would have been nice, and rooms cleaning could have been more thorough.
We stayed for 4 nights at this hotel and the overall experience was quite good. The hotel has the best value for money, with a superb location, comfortable beds and pillows, very convenient, nice buffet breakfast with a variety of Japanese food, but a few western options. The staff were friendly and helpful. The rooms were rather small though, a coffee machine in the room would have been nice, and rooms cleaning could have been more thorough.
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Marko
29 Sept 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Das Hotel ist super zentral gelegen, man steigt quasi aus dem Aufzug auf die Haupteinkaufsmeile aus. Dies geht jedoch einher mit einer gewissen Lautstärke bei den Zimmern auf der vorderen Hotelseite (Autos, Menschen - auch Nachts) - sodass wir in eines der Zimmer auf der Rückseite ausgewichen sind. Frühstücksbuffet ist OK, aber für 5 Nächte wenig abwechslungsreich. Ansonsten aber ein sehr schönes Hotel mit sehr netten Personal.
Das Hotel ist super zentral gelegen, man steigt quasi aus dem Aufzug auf die Haupteinkaufsmeile aus. Dies geht jedoch einher mit einer gewissen Lautstärke bei den Zimmern auf der vorderen Hotelseite (Autos, Menschen - auch Nachts) - sodass wir in eines der Zimmer auf der Rückseite ausgewichen sind. Frühstücksbuffet ist OK, aber für 5 Nächte wenig abwechslungsreich. Ansonsten aber ein sehr schönes Hotel mit sehr netten Personal.
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Antwanisha
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 3 nights
Hotel musse is in a very poppin and centralized part of Kyoto making it easy to get to many locations. The property is well maintained and clean. The staff were so kind and even though we placed a do not disturb notice they left care packages at our door every day. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay here and would absolutely stay again and recommend to family and friends.
Hotel musse is in a very poppin and centralized part of Kyoto making it easy to get to many locations. The property is well maintained and clean. The staff were so kind and even though we placed a do not disturb notice they left care packages at our door every day. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay here and would absolutely stay again and recommend to family and friends.
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Lauro
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 3 nights
Great Hotel! Very clean the staff is very polite and helpful. Great location close to restaurant, shopping store's you name it.
Great Hotel! Very clean the staff is very polite and helpful. Great location close to restaurant, shopping store's you name it.
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Marcelo
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice hotel. Good location!
Nice hotel. Good location!
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HUI-HSUAN
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
Good location.
Good location.
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Yuko
23 Sept 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
A very conveniently located hotel and the room was clean. However, it could some times be noisy at night. The breakfast was the worst I have ever had in Kyoto.
A very conveniently located hotel and the room was clean. However, it could some times be noisy at night. The breakfast was the worst I have ever had in Kyoto.
FAQs about Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A buffet breakfast is offered daily from 07:00 to 10:30. The cost is JPY 1,980 (approximately US$12.45) per person, with children aged 5 and under eating for free, and children aged 6–17 charged at JPY 1,980.
Are pets allowed at the hotel?
Pets are not allowed at the property; however, service animals are permitted and exempt from fees and restrictions.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in time starts at 15:00 and ends at 01:00. Check-out time is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out options are not specified.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including designated areas. Specific features such as step-free entrances and accessible public areas are not detailed.
Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is situated in downtown Kyoto, close to notable landmarks such as Nishiki Market and Yasaka Shrine. Other recommended places include Kyoto Imperial Palace and Kiyomizu Temple.
What are the policies regarding children staying at the hotel?
Children aged 5 years old and younger can stay for free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
Extra-person charges may apply, and specific details about extra beds or cribs are not provided. It is advisable to check with the property for availability and any associated costs.
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Check-in time starts at15:00Check-in time ends at01:00Check-out time ends at11:00
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
Age Requirements
Minimum age to check in is 18 years old
Pets
Service animals are allowed;Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions;Pets not allowed;
Front Desk Services
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Identification
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges;
Children And Extra Bed Policy
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy; Children 5 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding;
Dining
Option: BuffetOpening hours: [Mon - Sun] 07:00-10:30 Open ;Children 5 years old and under:Free;Children 6–17 years old:JPY 1,980 (approx. US$12.51) per person;Adult:JPY 1,980 (approx. US$12.51) per person;Contact the property to see if extra breakfast is available. If so, you can pay for it at the property.
Mandatory Fees And Taxes
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.
Popular amenities
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Dry cleaning
Housekeeping
Safe-deposit box
Luggage storage
Services
Dry cleaning
Housekeeping
Safe-deposit box
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Self laundry
24-Hour Front Desk
General
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Vending machines
Family room
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
Internet
Free wi-fi