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About this property
Just a 5-minute walk from Karasuma Station and Shijo Subway Station, Smile Hotel Kyoto Shijo offers great access to public transport links. The hotel features affordable rooms, free WiFi and a restaurant. Kyoto Shijo Smile Hotel is a 15-minute walk from Nijo Castle and downtown area Shijo-Kawaramachi. It is a 20-minute walk from Nishihonganji-temple, and 2 subway stops from Kyoto Station. The bright rooms at the Smile Hotel are comfortably furnished with a flat-screen TV, fridge and electric kettle with green tea bags. Bath amenities, hairdryers and toothbrushes are provided. Guests will also find nightwear and slippers in the room. The hotel has a 24-hour front desk, and it conveniently offers coin-operated laundry facilities. Luggage storage is available, and massage service can be arranged in the room.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Laundry
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Claire
Malaysia“Its near to Shijo Station and bus stops making it easy for us to move around. One of our luggage went missing during transfer and they only realized it when we arrived later in the evening to check in and inquiry about our missing luggage. They...” - Nora
Mexico“The kidness of the staff, location and washing room.” - Viktoria
Switzerland“Great location and nice staff. We had a great time in Kyoto thanks to Smile hotel that was conveniently located. Washington machines are available on 6th floor which was great!” - Viktoria Switzerland“Great location with restaurant and a great supermarket nearby. Staff was nice and for Kyoto the price was really good. We added an extra night during our stay and the staff made sure we could stay in the same room. Thank you!”
- S
Netherlands“location is quite near the subway Shijo within 10 min, along the way to hotel, a lot of restaurants, cafe, supermarket just right across the street. room is small size for one person, bath room is tiny and clean.” - João
Portugal“Great location for the hotel, which I consider to be the best neighborhood in Kyoto! Located very close to the subway and the castle, with a supermarket and multiple convenience stores nearby, and with a coin laundry available in the hotel, which...” - Laura
Ireland“The staff were overall really kind and helpful with any questions. I was always greeted and acknowledged entering/leaving. There is a space near reception where you can collect any towels/razors/tea etc. that you need for your room. The hotel...” - Blanca
United States“Staff was very friendly and helpful. Took time to answer questions. Location was great. Close to everything, walking distance.” - Inuyasha United States“The staff is amazing, so very helpful! The room was very comfortable! When I come back I will be staying there again.”
- Jamie
New Zealand“The location of this hotel was close to train stations and the room was clean. The staff were amazing and very happy to help with anything. It had everything we needed.”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
The full amount of the reservation must be paid at check-in.
Guests arriving after 21:00 must inform the property in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation. If guests do not arrive before 21:00 without prior notification, the booking may be treated as a no-show.
Please note that the hotel's name is not visible from the road. Guests are advised to look out for the tall building, if they have trouble finding the hotel.
Please note that the WiFi access available may have a slow connection.
Please be informed that children are not allowed to use existing beds in the Double Room with Small Double Bed.
Please kindly note that this property operates a centrally controlled air conditioning and heating system. Guests cannot control room temperature. Air conditioning is provided between mid April to mid October, and heating is provided between mid October to mid April on an annual basis. Please ask the property directly for more details.
Please note that there is no parking space on site. Guests traveling by car are advised to use public coin-operated car parks.
An accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.
