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Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

3.0 star property
Travelers fuel up with breakfast before exploring nearby Kawaramachi Street, staying connected with speedy WiFi at this modern retreat in Kyoto

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Located near Kyoto Tower, Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma offers a practical base with thoughtful amenities. Guests enjoy the on-site restaurant, laundry facilities, and free WiFi. The vending machine provides quick snacks, and breakfast starts each morning right.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$42
2 June - 3 June

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Single Room, Non Smoking (1)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(52 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Twin Room, Non Smoking (1)

Twin Room, Non Smoking (1)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room, Non Smoking (2)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room, Non Smoking (3)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room, Non Smoking (4)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room, Non Smoking (5)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room, Non Smoking (6)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room, Smoking (1)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room, Smoking (2)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room, Smoking (3)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room, Smoking (4)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room, Smoking (5)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room, Smoking (6)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room, Non Smoking (2)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room, Non Smoking (3)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room, Non Smoking (4)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room, Non Smoking (5)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room, Non Smoking (6)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room, Smoking (1)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room, Smoking (2)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room, Smoking (3)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room, Smoking (4)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room, Smoking (5)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room, Smoking (6)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi

Single Smoking

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi

Single Room-Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi

Twin Room-Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi

Twin Room-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room 1 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room 1 Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room 2 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room 2 Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room 3 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room 3 Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room 4 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room 4 Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room 5 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room 6 Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room 5 Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room 6 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room 1 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room 1 Smoking

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room 2 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room 2 Smoking

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room 3 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room 3 Smoking

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room 4 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room 4 Smoking

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room 5 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room 5 Smoking

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room 6 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room 6 Smoking

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Minami Ward, a neighbourhood in Kyoto, is home to Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma. Kawaramachi Street and Shijo Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and Lake Biwa. Kyoto Aquarium and Kyoto Railway Museum are also worth visiting. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
Map
26 Higashikujo Aketacho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto, 601-8044

What's nearby

  • 京都市四条河原町交差点の夜の景観。
    Kawaramachi Street
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Wooden pagoda of Toji temple, Kyoto Japan
    To-ji Temple
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Kyoto, Japan Skyline at the Tower
    Kyoto Tower
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Kyoto TERRSA
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nintendo World Headquarters
    10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Jujo Station
    5 min walk
  • Kyoto Station
    12 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    49 min drive

Restaurants

  • 来来亭
    6 min walk
  • THE LOWER EAST NINE HOSTEL (LE9)
    5 min walk
  • Le9 Cafe
    5 min walk
  • ANTEROOM MEALS
    1 min walk
  • 和食さと
    6 min walk

About this property

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

  • Hotel near Kawaramachi Street
  • Close to Kyoto Tower, Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma provides amenities, such as laundry facilities and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also find perks such as:
  • Breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and a vending machine
  • Room features
  • All 424 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and limited housekeeping

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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

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily breakfast available 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee
  • A restaurant
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of JPY 1

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 100-10,000 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

  • Hosted evening meal: JPY 1

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 only accepts cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma?

As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma on 2 June 2026 start from AU$42, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma located?

Located in Minami Ward, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Kyoto TERRSA, Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Tower. Fushimi Inari Shrine and Kiyomizu Temple are also within 3 miles (5 km). Jujo Station is only a 5-minute walk and Kujo Station is 5 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma Reviews

7.8

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

7.4

Amenities

7.8

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 250 out of 892 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 365 out of 892 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 205 out of 892 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 892 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 892 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

dominique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast outstanding
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff was really helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chup Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The free breakfast and dinner were excellent - good food! Staff were friendly and helpful. The only thing is the location is not very convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large room, clean, friendly staff and they offer breakfast and dinner. Walkable distance from Kyoto station.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
breakfast and dinner were included with hotel stay. train station was 8-minute walk. Bus stops where steps from hotel entrance. Staff was helpful and friendly; they also spoke English. I would definitely stay here, when I return to Kyoto.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Weilin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel. Good location. Ok free dinner and breakfast which are miles better than most Hampton Inns (if you travel to US you know what I mean). Cleanliness would be 9 compared to Hampton Inn which would be around 6 (I am generous here). I spent about 120-150 nights in hotels world wide each year so I know a little. The only downside is the small space of the rooms. Then again, you can pay 4x or more and stay in Hilton’s or Marriott (I am top tier at both).
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shinobu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is a bit small, (toilet and bath together and no room to change) only 2 beds are on in room. Jo complaining. Walk distances to Kyoto station. Dinner and breakfast are including that I didn’t know. Good to go back sleep and travel to use.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is great for the price. My booking came with breakfast and dinner included. The food was pretty good. Breakfast is buffet and dinner is a choice of two set menus, plus a salad bar. The room I had was ok. I know people say the rooms are small but I found it fine. A double bed, sofa, table for TV etc. the bathroom was a bit small but it was fine. The hallways leading from the lift to the rooms are open (to a certain degree) there is a central open core running up through the building which is open but in October it was fine. It might be cold in the winter. All in all I had a nice stay here and would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Omar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good area close to the subway temples quite area good place to rest up.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent and affordable
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ho Lai

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is well equipped. Staffs are friendly and helpful. Location is good.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

shazeeyana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staffs. The hotel kepy our bag, after check out so we could visit Arashiyama for for the day before the night bus to Tokyo
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thammajak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
OK Cool!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Siu Po

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed was too hard for me. Asked for extra futon but was not available. Asked for a blanket and slept on top of the futon. Still too hard I felt like I was beaten up after two nights
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Yutaka

Disliked: Cleanliness
ok
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
K.a.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

MINGMING

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We paid for three people, but no third pillow blanket and slippers! Terrible ever hotel in Japan! And dinner just give tiny little rice, ask for refill, but they ask to pay 170yuan on rice!the worst service and condition for hotel ever!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Alfredo

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
There was a hair on the restroom floor when I got to the room. The outlet switch for the refrigerator didn’t properly work so it was turning on and off by itself.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

KOICHI

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
この価格で１泊２食付きは、大変リーズナブル、地下鉄南北線の九条駅からも徒歩１０分以内であり、京都市内にどこに行くのも大変便利な立地である。コンビニも隣接しており、便利である。烏丸通にあるが、駅北と比べ嘘のように静かである。但し、しわくちゃになった上着などをアイロンを借りようとしたが、貸出用アイロンがないのが唯一の欠点である。
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

ジュンジ

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
安くて最高
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

MASAKATSU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
コストパフォーマンスが良い。駐車場料金は高い。朝食、夕食は良かったです。
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

FUMI

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
1人旅で利用。アメニティも必要な分だけフロントで取る仕組みで、タオルも最小限と無駄のないサービスがちょうど良い。ただ、テレビのリモコンと利用手引の表面がベタベタしていて(おそらく前客の汚れ)掃除の雑さが残念だった。読書灯もなく部屋の照明はカギの差し込みでオンオフにするため微調整ができず明るすぎて落ち着かない。朝食はシンプルで良かったが、オレンジジュースが果糖タイプで残してしまった。駐車場が近くにあるのか車の出入りのブザー音が朝から響いてうるさかった。全体的にはコスパよく低料金なりの接客対応や設備の悪さなどなく、宿に多くを求めない人には適していると思う。
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yoritaka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
大浴場もあり、素晴らしかった
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Seiichi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
京都では安価で宿泊できました。
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wataru

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
観光で泊まりました。 とにかく安さで選びました。GW中なのに他の近場のホテルにくらへ
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026