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Kyoto Tokyu Hotel

A 5-star hotel in central Kyoto with a free shuttle to Kyoto Station, a restaurant, and spacious, modern rooms.

  • Free shuttle service to Kyoto Station
  • Praised for friendly, helpful staff
  • On-site restaurant and bar
8.6 Great 2236 reviews Booking.com 8.6 · 2236 reviews

About

Kyoto Tokyu Hotel

Kyoto Tokyu Hotel sits in the Shimogyo Ward, a central district of Kyoto. The hotel is a 10-minute ride from Yasaka Shrine and is close to bus routes serving the city's main sights. Despite an ordinary exterior, guests find the interior impressive, with modern hallways and comfortable, updated rooms.

The hotel offers a range of amenities, including a restaurant, fitness centre, and meeting facilities. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout, and the free shuttle to Kyoto Station is frequently noted as a convenience. Rooms come with en-suite bathrooms, air conditioning, and heating, with some featuring coffee machines and bathtubs.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Staff consistently praised — Guests repeatedly mention the friendly, helpful, and conscientious staff, with good English skills in many cases.
  • Free shuttle to Kyoto Station — A complimentary shuttle service connects the hotel to Kyoto Station, making it easy to reach major sights and transport links.
  • Spacious, modern rooms — Rooms are described as large, updated, and comfortable, with particularly comfortable beds.
  • Good dining options — The hotel's restaurant and breakfast receive positive mentions, with a good selection of Japanese and American options.

Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Comfort rating lower than other categories — While rooms are praised, the Comfort category scores 7.5, lower than other aspects like Staff or Rooms, suggesting some guests may find the beds or furnishings less ideal.
  • Not in the main hotel area — The hotel is outside the primary tourist hub, though bus routes and a short cab ride from Kyoto Station make it workable.
  • No pets allowed — The hotel does not permit pets, which may be a limitation for travellers with animals.
  • Facilities score moderate — Facilities rate 8.0, lower than other categories, suggesting the range or condition of amenities is not a standout.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Superior Double Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Superior Twin Room

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Superior Triple Room

  • 3 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Superior Single Room

  • 1 Single bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Concept Twin Non-Smoking

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Concept King Non-Smoking

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Junior Suite

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Executive Suite

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Superior Single Room

  • 1 Single bed
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Non-smoking
  • Bathtub

Superior Double Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Non-smoking
  • Bathtub

Superior King Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Non-smoking
  • Bathtub

Superior Twin Room

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Non-smoking
  • Bathtub

Superior Triple Room

  • 3 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Sauna
  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub

Standard Single Room Fitness Center Access Non-Smoking

  • 1 Single bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Standard Twin Room Fitness Center Access Non-Smoking

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Standard Triple Room Fitness Center Access Non-Smoking

  • 3 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Luxury Hollywood Twin Room Fitness Center Access Non-Smoking 495㎡

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Premium Hollywood Twin Room Fitness Center Access Non-Smoking

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Premium Twin Room Fitness Center Access Non-Smoking

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Premium Double Room Fitness Center Access Non-Smoking

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Luxury Hollywood Twin Room Fitness Center Access Non-Smoking 444㎡

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Superior Quadruple Room

  • 4 Single beds

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • Vending machines
  • Free shuttle service

Room Amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Business & Events

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fitness centre

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus
  • Children's buffet

Accessibility

  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.6
Great 2236 reviews

Guest-rated 8.6/10 from 2,236 reviews

Booking.com · 8.6 · 2236 reviews
8.6Verified guest

“The interior is impressive, with modern and clean rooms and hallways. Free internet is a plus, and the on-site restaurants are fantastic.”

8.6Verified guest

“The breakfast, with good Japanese selections, is plentiful and better than others we've tried. The location, a short walk from bus stops, is particularly good.”

8.6Verified guest

“The staff were extremely friendly at all times. The room was a good size and updated, and the bed was very comfortable.”

8.6Verified guest

“Very friendly staff. The hotel is good, though I've stayed in better. The lobby is beautiful.”

8.6Verified guest

“A fantastic hotel with dedicated and conscientious staff. Excellent decor and restaurants. Centrally located, with a free hotel bus from the station that was useful, and bike rental was great.”

8.6Verified guest

“Everything was perfect, with nice views over the mountains. I loved the American breakfast—reasonably good with a lot of food.”

04 — Location

Getting around Kyoto

The property sits in Kyoto.

Nearby Attractions: Yasaka Shrine is a 10-minute ride away, and Nishiki Market is within walking distance or a short trip. The hotel is on bus routes to main sights.

Getting Around: A free shuttle connects to Kyoto Station. From there, you can easily reach public transport. Buses also stop near the hotel.

Shimogyo-Ku Horikawa-Dori Gojo-Sagaru, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8519, Japan

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 14:00-23:59
Check-out
By 11:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
419 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14:00, and check-out is by 11:00.

Is parking available at the hotel?

Yes, the hotel offers parking.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed at the hotel.

Is there a free shuttle service?

Yes, the hotel provides a free shuttle service to Kyoto Station.

Does the hotel have air conditioning?

Yes, air conditioning is available in all listed rooms.

What are the dining options?

The hotel has a restaurant, offers in-room breakfast, and has a bar/lounge area.

The bottom line

A solid 5-star choice in central Kyoto, especially for travellers who value service and convenience. The free shuttle, spacious rooms, and praised staff make it a dependable pick, though the location and comfort scores suggest it's not the most luxurious or central option.

8.6Based on guest ratings and reviews, this hotel excels in service and room quality, with minor caveats on location and comfort.

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