Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo
4.2
Excellent(997 Reviews)Hotel in Kyoto
3-Star Hotel
Reasons to book
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this hotel
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near Nijō Castle
Along with dry cleaning, this smoke-free hotel has laundry facilities and a 24-hour front desk. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, free newspapers, a reception hall, and a vending machine are onsite.
Weekly housekeeping is available.
Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo offers 140 air-conditioned accommodations with bathrobes and slippers. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 26-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Along with dry cleaning, this smoke-free hotel has laundry facilities and a 24-hour front desk. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, free newspapers, a reception hall, and a vending machine are onsite.
Weekly housekeeping is available.
Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo offers 140 air-conditioned accommodations with bathrobes and slippers. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 26-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
This Kyoto hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered weekly and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Laundry
TV
Map of Kyoto
Available Rooms
Semi-Double Room, Non Smoking (120cm bed, 2 guests only)
1 Single • 145 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Single Room, Non Smoking
1 Single • 145 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Double Room, Non Smoking
1 Double • 178 ft²
Sleeps 3
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Twin Room, Non Smoking
2 Single • 178 ft²
Sleeps 4
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Triple Room, Non Smoking
3 Single • 430 ft²
Sleeps 6
+
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Reviews
4.2
Excellent(997 Reviews)4.2
Everything was fine except only three laundry machines and only one laundry machine has security. In a very crowded location.
4.2
Everything was same as described.
4.2
In my opinion, this was the perfect location for a hotel in Kyoto. It’s a few minutes away from a subway station and right next to a bus stop that can take you anywhere in the city. The hotel itself was really nice and clean, and the room was spacious.
4.2
It was very clean and the staff very friendly and helpful.
4.2
Nice people
4.2
No problem
4.2
It is in close proximity to all the tourist areas but just far enough away that we do not have to face the crowd every day.
4.2
Great location to most facilities.
4.2
Superr good location!
4.2
was in kyoto for Gion Matsuri. the location is fantastic which i really managed to finish hunting for all the floats. they are amazing and very local-ish.
staff at the hotel are accommodating and pleasant. there is even portable balance for checking luggage weight.
however, the property itself is obviously worn out by time, you may find stains, rust, mould or dirt here and there in the room. it is still using a real room key instead of card key. but the mattresses is still bearable. tho it really needs some renovations to keep up with the cost they demand for a night and the surrounding area.
4.2
Rooms are very small as are most Japanese hotel rooms.
No wardrobe or draw units to store cloths.
Shower was excellent with plenty of hot water. Towels changed daily.
OK for a couple of nights but not for long stay.
Great location close to bus and trains and taxi's run past the hotel frequently.
4.2
Very clean. Close to some tourist attractions
4.2
Staff are friendly, 8 mins walking distance from the underground station, and there is a family mart downstairs and some shops around that area, it's quite convenient. The facilities are a bit old but include basic and functional amenities, there are some old stains underneath the washbowl, but general cleanliness is good. A good place to stay at a good price.
4.2
Very nice property. Very spacious for my family of 4. We had 4 twin size beds so all of us could get a good night sleep after all of our adventures and walking.
4.2
Nice hotel. Clean and easy. Staff was kind.
What I didn’t like: I wanted to stay one more night and they gave me double price for 1 night. I paid that money for 2 nights. I couldn’t extend my staying
4.2
Great hotel for the price
4.2
It is a lovely place to stay right in the heart of Kyoto. We would definitely stay there again.
4.2
Good for the money.
4.2
The guys at the front desk were great. My son forgot his medication and they mailed it to our hotel in Tokyo.
4.2
They don’t provide any parking lots and the room is pretty small and tv is small overall experience was bad
4.2
Had a great time with my stay, staff were kind
4.2
Very friendly staff. Hotel looked modern and clean, it felt more like a 4 star hotel. Short walk to bus and subway. Breakfast had lots of choices. Free things given such as night wear, toothbrushes, shavers etc which is so rare in europe.
4.2
Area is nice
Supermarket and convenience stores available
Quite a lot of food options
Room clean in general but house cleaning only available per 3 nights
4.2
I greatly appreciated the little amenities and efforts by the concierges. I brought shoes that soon proved worn out, but the complimentary house slippers made excellent temporary insoles. Developed quite a few blisters of course, but they always had a bandage or three when I asked. And they had me covered for money changing as well, taking such a headache off my plate when I found all the public transit needed exact change. All in all it was the staff that saved my trip with such little touches.
4.2
The hotel is too old and needs refurbishing.
4.2
Great Location, Proximity to transportation and Restaurents. I did not interacted with the staff much but they were very nice.
The hotel was a little worn down but clean. Verry limmitted items in the Breakfast buffet. Ended up eating out 2 out of the 5 days we were there. for a 3 star it is a little of a streach. Would not recommend
4.2
The TV is too small no English channels or do mirroring. They only have 2 pillows and its hard.
4.2
Very accommodating staff and service. Great breakfast!
4.2
Clean, safe, easey transportation. Room is small.
4.2
Breakfast buffet has lots of choices and nice price.
4.2
Pro: Staff are helpful, the room is tidy and clean. Walking distance to metro is just 8-10 mins, easy to go everywhere. Opposite to big supermarket which is convenience.
Cons: Old carpet may cause dust.
4.2
It was very convenient and affordable.
4.2
Location and breakfast are excellent
4.2
The hotel is definitely dated but the room was very clean and quite large. The staff were very helpful.
4.2
Highly recommend this hotel as the location and the facilities are all good.
4.2
Really nice place to stay.
4.2
The staff are super friendly and welcoming. Will definitely stay here again when visiting Kyoto!
4.2
Convenient, safe, clean
4.2
Great value for the location with breakfast buffet.
The hotel is a bit dated however decent size room compared to other Japanese hotels.
4.2
Perfect location and outstanding staff at So Smile Hotel! The hotel's proximity to attractions, restaurants and supermarkets made exploring Tokyo a breeze, and the staff went above and beyond to ensure a comfortable stay.
FAQs
How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Kyoto?
The average price for a rental in Kyoto is $133 per night. This rental is $12 above the average.
Is parking included with this hotel?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hotel?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hotel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo?
We found 5 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, laundry, and tv.
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