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KABIN Minamiza

2.5 star property
Hotel in Kyoto, steps from Shijo Street

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Studio 25 Queen (Non smoking)
Front of property
Front of property
Reception
Studio 25 Queen (Non smoking) | Living area
KABIN Minamiza places visitors in the heart of Kyoto. Modern rooms feature free WiFi, and the property offers express check-out, elevator access, and luggage storage. Multilingual staff assist travelers in exploring nearby Nishiki Market and Kiyomizu Temple. Smoke-free property.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Studio 30 Queen (Non smoking)

Studio 30 Queen (Non smoking)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Studio 40 Double (Non smoking)

Studio 40 Double (Non smoking)

Studio 40 Double (Non smoking)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Studio 25 Queen (Non smoking)

Studio 25 Queen (Non smoking)

Studio 25 Queen (Non smoking)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
18-12 Yamatocho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto, 6050802

What's nearby

  • Pontocho Alley - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Yasaka Shrine - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Gion Corner - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nishiki Market - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Gion-shijo Station - 3 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 10 min walk
  • Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yume Yomi - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪辻利 京都店 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mouriya Gion - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪datten - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪ぎをん豆乳らーめん うのゆきこ - ‬1 min walk

About this property

KABIN Minamiza

Hotel remodelled in 2023 and located near Kawaramachi Street
Close to Pontocho Alley and Yasaka Shrine, KABIN Minamiza has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Express check-out, express check-in and smoke-free property
  • A lift, luggage storage and multilingual staff
  • A vending machine
Room features
All guest rooms at KABIN Minamiza have thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and separate sitting areas.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and eco-friendly toiletries
  • 95-cm flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Separate sitting areas, mini fridges and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • Lift (114 centimetre wide door)

More

  • 4 floors
  • Renovated entire property - October 2023
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

Entertainment

  • 95-cm flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out fee: JPY 3000
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child per adult, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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 200-10,000 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.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: JPY 3000

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file

Property is also known as

KABIN Minamiza Hotel
KABIN Minamiza Kyoto
KABIN Minamiza Hotel Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Is KABIN Minamiza pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at KABIN Minamiza?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at KABIN Minamiza?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at KABIN Minamiza?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for JPY 3000.

Where is KABIN Minamiza located?

Located in Gion, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Shijo Street and Pontocho Alley. Yasaka Shrine and Kawaramachi Street are also within 10 minutes. Gion-shijo Station is only a 3-minute walk and Sanjo Keihan Station is 10 minutes.

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Reviews

KABIN Minamiza Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and great location. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Where this hotel is situated is very convenient and in between the old and new areas that Kyoto has to offer. It is close to shops and transport. We had enough space for a family of 5.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place, amazing location

Great place to stay in Kyoto, highly recommended, would definitely go back
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was large and spacious. The bed was comfortable. Just a short walk to the main street for the Gion District. The access to extra needed items; like toothbrushes, tea, coffee, towels, etc in the hallway is convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for exploring Kyoto and walking to nearby shrines and restaurants. Great room design and comfortable bedding.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

JUAN PABLO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and well located option
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot to explore Kyoto from.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location close to main tourist areas and so many great restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mellissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, near bus and a few blocks from the subway. Room was spacious and updated. Love the shower! Limited front desk hours, but not an issue. Clean towels were readily available.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Froilan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel and check in was quick. Staff were very friendly and courteous.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My daughters and I loved our stay in Kabin MInamiza. It is in an excellent location, close to many restaurants and attractions in Kyoto. The beds are comfortable and the rooms are nice. We would return there.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yenari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to public transportation. Friendly staff and clean facilities.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location for everything
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Room Great Location

Couldn’t have asked for a better location. Around the corner of train and bus. Walking distance of infinite dining options and shopping. So close to everything. Really clean and comfortable. And the rainfall shower head is the best ever. I’m gonna get one for my home. Five Stars.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Magali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place for our Kyōto stay. With a Family of 4, it was the most spacious accomodation of our 2 weeks Japan trip. Right in the heart of Gion. Plenty of restaurants nearby, washer/dryer. I highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything shopping, restaurants and train stations. Front desk personnel are helpful and speak fluent English. The unit was spacious and very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Clean and convenient. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yooree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, spotless, spacious room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

warut

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and communicated staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great stay. In the heart of everything. This is a self service hotel - very new. There was some stains in the carpet, but overall clean. We had a spacious room for 5 people.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it! Will definitely stay here next time in Kyoto. So close to everything! Room was huge for the price, and designed so well. Loved the vibes.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would highly recommend KABIN and would go back to book the same place as well as other properties. Great staff communication as well as accessibility. Lots of room which is hard to find in Japan.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location was great. Four of us stayed. Too tight. NO counter space at all. NO freezer in small fridge. NO microwave in room. NO lamps or variable lighting. Seemed all lights were either on or off. Might be ok for 2.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I spent about 3 nights with these guys. I loved the location, the staff were helpful and friendly. Every thing was easy to get to including public transport to get to attractions further out. I wish I could be there right now, loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to every thing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

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