Smile Hotel Kyoto Shijo – Family Hotel in Kyoto | From 34$/Night

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About the Hotel

59-61 Nishinotoin, Shijo, Shimogyo-Ku, Kyoto, Japan, 6008494

“The location made visiting Kyoto's attractions incredibly convenient and enjoyable.”view full review

Rooms & Amenities

Smile Hotel Kyoto Shijo has 140 air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen TVs, fridges, and electric kettles with green tea bags. Each room includes a private bathroom with a deep soaking bathtub, rainfall showerhead, and bidet. Guests receive complimentary toiletries, pajamas, and slippers. Some rooms feature city views. Heating operates from mid-October to mid-April.

Dining Options

No onsite restaurants are available at Smile Hotel Kyoto Shijo. The area around the hotel includes Nishiki Market, a 1 km walk, offering local food stalls and dining options.

Location & Transport

The hotel is a 5-minute walk from Karasuma Station and a 10-minute walk from Shijo Station. It is 1 km from Nijo Castle, 2 km from Yasaka Shrine, and 2.5 km from Kodai-ji. Osaka Itami Airport is 38 km away.

Services & Facilities

The hotel provides free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and coin-operated laundry. Meeting rooms are available, measuring 710 square feet. Late checkout is possible until 12:00 PM. No pets or service animals are allowed.

Family-Friendly Stays

Smile Hotel Kyoto Shijo is close to Kiyomizu Temple, a 2.5 km walk. Rooms include blackout curtains and electric kettles. The hotel welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities.

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included

Twin Room Non-Smoking

Max:

2 persons

185 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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Double Room Non-Smoking

Max:

2 persons

185 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Double Room Small Double Bed Non-Smoking No Daily Cleaning

Max:

2 persons

155 sq. feet

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1 Single bed

Shower

Heating

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Tips on navigating the city

Access a full list of transport options to make getting around with your family easy

City Centre

Kyoto 1.0 mi

Airports

Itami (ITM) 29.6 mi

Kobe (UKB) 48.5 mi

Train

Karasuma Station1700 ft

Kawaramachi Station4600 ft

Underground

Shijo1700 ft

Facilities

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

Cozy and Convenient

“I stayed in a Double Room with a Small Double Bed and found it to be cozy and well-equipped. The room had a fridge, kettle, and hair dryer, along with fresh towels gave us every day. Even though the space was compact, it was more than enough for a comfortable stay!” view full review

Delicious Breakfast Options

“The breakfast offered at the hotel was fantastic! With a mix of traditional Japanese options like miso soup, rice, and fish, along with Western choices like croissants and eggs, it catered to all tastes. I especially enjoyed the freshly ground coffee that was available each morning!” view full review

Clean and Functional

“The bathroom in my room was clean and functional. Although it was compact, everything I needed was available, and it added to the overall comfort of my stay. The amenities were well-maintained and gave us a nice touch to my experience.” view full review

Superb Laundry Option

“I was delighted to find laundry facilities on the 6th floor. For only 300Y for 30 minutes of washing, it was incredibly convenient. The option to use the dryer for an additional 100Y made it easy to refresh my clothes during my stay. This feature truly helped me feel at home!” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Luggage storage
Lift
Vending machines

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Laundry

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

Massage

Room features

Air conditioning
Trouser press

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

59-61 Nishinotoin, Shijo, Shimogyo-Ku, Kyoto, Japan, 6008494

Map view

59-61 Nishinotoin, Shijo, Shimogyo-Ku, Kyoto, Japan, 6008494

City landmarks

Castle

Nijo Castle

3700 ft

Landmark

Nishiki Market Shopping District

2900 ft

Market

Nishiki Market

3900 ft

Landmark

Yasaka Shrine

1.4 mi

Landmark

Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine

2.7 mi

Palace

Kyoto Imperial Palace

1.5 mi

Pagoda

Nishi-Hongan-ji

1.3 mi

Tower

Kyoto Tower

1.3 mi

Pagoda

Kinkaku-ji

2.9 mi

Pagoda

Sanjusangendo Temple

1.4 mi

Museum

Kyoto International Manga Museum

3900 ft

Aquarium

Kyoto Aquarium

1.3 mi

Pagoda

Kennin-ji

1.2 mi

Museum

Kyoto National Museum

1.4 mi

Pagoda

Kodai-ji

1.5 mi

Landmark

Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto

3300 ft

Landmark

Mikane Shrine

3900 ft

Park

Maruyama Park

1.5 mi

Pagoda

Higashi-Hongan-ji

1.3 mi

Landmark

Heian Shrine

1.8 mi

Pagoda

Chion-in

1.7 mi

Museum

The Museum of Kyoto

3900 ft

Landmark

Higashi Hongan-ji Temple

1.3 mi

Landmark

Nineizaka

1.5 mi

Landmark

Kyoto cherry blossoms

1.5 mi

Landmark

Kyoto Railway Museum

1.3 mi

Pagoda

To-ji

1.6 mi

Pagoda

Rokkaku-do

3900 ft

Pagoda

Rokuharamitsu-ji

1.2 mi

Landmark

Mibudera

4200 ft

Nearby

52 Kasabokocho

Relaxation Rakuchin

200 ft

116 Yadacho Ayanokojidori Shimmachi Nishi Iru

Sugimoto Family House

500 ft

Museum

Tin Toy and Doll Museum

700 ft

Restaurants

Yayoiken　Shijo Karasumaru

500 ft

716-1-2 Nishinotoin-cho Sijyodori Shiogyo-ku

Croix Rousse

500 ft

468-4 Toroyamacho Nishinotoin Shijo-Agaru Nakagyo-Ku City Fast 1F

Holly's Cafe

1000 ft

62 Tsukihokocho Yonjo-dori Shimmachi Higashi Iru

Sukiya, Shijo Horikawa

1000 ft

540 Karatsuyacho Shijo-dori Horikawa Nishi Iru

Sala Suite Caffe Rucola

1300 ft

491 Muromachi Dori Shijo Sagaru Niwatoribokocho

250 yen Bento Genkiya Shijou Oomiya

1800 ft

531-2 Karatsuyacho

Yakitori Daikichi

1000 ft

335-2 Yoshimizucho Horikawadori Bukkoji Sagaru

Bistro C

1900 ft

Hakurakutencho

McDonald's Shijo Karasuma

1800 ft

689 Takannacho Nakagyo-Ku

Tully's Coffee Shijo Omiya

1500 ft

495 Tatsunakacho Shijo-Dori Omiya Higashi-Iru Shimogyo-Ku Omiya Momo Bldg. 1F

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Smile Hotel Kyoto Shijo – A Favorite for Families in Kyoto

About the Hotel

Rooms & Amenities

Dining Options

Location & Transport

Services & Facilities

Family-Friendly Stays

Choose from a variety of room types

Availability and pricing for your selected dates

Tips on navigating the city

Facilities

General

Guest Parking

Services

Business

Children

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Media

Room decor

Location

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