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The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-Karasumagojo

Kyoto · Japan

423 Matsuyacho Shimogyo-kuView location

9.2/10Excellent564 Reviews
Cleanliness9.4/109.4
Service9.2/109.2
Comfort8.8/108.8
Condition9.2/109.2
Amenities8.8/108.8
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About The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-Karasumagojo

Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a communal living room, and a vending machine. Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Make yourself at home in one of the 121 guestrooms.

Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks, and housekeeping is provided on request. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0. 1 mile and kilometer. Kawaramachi Street - 0. 7 km / 0.

4 mi- Higashi Honganji Temple - 0. 7 km / 0. 5 mi- Shijo Street - 0. 9 km / 0. 5 mi- Kyoto Tower - 1. 1 km / 0. 7 mi- Nishiki Market - 1. 2 km / 0. 7 mi- Kyoto Station Building - 1.

2 km / 0. 8 mi- Rokakkudo Temple - 1. 4 km / 0. 8 mi- Nishihonganji Temple - 1. 4 km / 0. 9 mi- Kenninji Temple - 1. 5 km / 0. 9 mi- Teramachi Street - 1. 5 km / 0. 9 mi- Kiyamachi Street - 1.

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5 km / 1 mi- Kyoto National Museum - 1. 6 km / 1 mi- Pontocho Alley - 1. 6 km / 1 mi- Kyoto MINAMIZA Theatre - 1. 7 km / 1 mi- Sanjusangen-do Temple - 1. 8 km / 1. 1 mi.

The nearest airports are: Itami Airport (ITM) - 49. 6 km / 30. 8 mi Kobe Airport (UKB) - 77. 7 km / 48. 3 mi Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 96. 9 km / 60.

2 mi With a stay at The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-karasumagojo in Kyoto (Shimogyo Ward), you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Kyoto Tower and Nishiki Market. This hotel is 1. 3 mi (2. 1 km) from Sanjusangen-do Temple and 1. 5 mi (2. 4 km) from Kiyomizu Temple.

With a stay at The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-karasumagojo in Kyoto (Shimogyo Ward), you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Kyoto Tower and Nishiki Market. This hotel is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Sanjusangen-do Temple and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Kiyomizu Temple.

Make yourself at home in one of the 121 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until 5:00 AM
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Unicode Support true Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    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.

  • You need to know
    • One child 5 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
    • 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.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • Special Instructions
    If you are planning to arrive after 1:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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
    • Long-term renters welcome
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Early check-in fee: JPY 1000 (subject to availability)
    • Late check-out fee: JPY 1000 (subject to availability)
    • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

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

  • Spoken Language

    Japanese

    English

Nearby attractions

Kawaramachi Street 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Kamo River 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Higashi Honganji Temple 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Shijo Street 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Lake Biwa Canal 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Kyoto Tower 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Nishiki Market 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Kyoto Station Building 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Nishihonganji Temple 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Kenninji Temple 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Teramachi Street 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Kiyamachi Street 1.5 km / 1 mi
Kyoto National Museum 1.6 km / 1 mi
Pontocho Alley 1.6 km / 1 mi
Minamiza Theater 1.7 km / 1 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 121
  • hotel
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fiExtra charge
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Meal plans

Meal plan types

Meal options depend on the room and rate you choose. Search your dates to see which meal plans are included.

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Accommodation only. Meals are usually not included.

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Room types

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  • SINGLE FEMALE ROOM WITH SHARED BATHROOMSINGLE • FEMALE ROOM WITH SHARED BATHROOMSGL.FA-FH

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    SINGLE FEMALE ROOM WITH SHARED BATHROOM

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    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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    FEMALE ROOM WITH SHARED BATHROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SGL.FA-FH

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  • SINGLE ECONOMY NON SMOKINGSINGLE • ECONOMY NON SMOKINGSGL.EY-NM

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    The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-Karasumagojo

    SINGLE ECONOMY NON SMOKING

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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    SINGLE
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    ECONOMY NON SMOKING

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SGL.EY-NM

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  • QUADRUPLE BUNK BEDQUADRUPLE • BUNK BEDQUA.BK

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    QUADRUPLE BUNK BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
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    BUNK BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.BK

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • TWIN ECONOMY NON SMOKINGTWIN • ECONOMY NON SMOKINGTWN.EY-NM

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    The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-Karasumagojo

    TWIN ECONOMY NON SMOKING

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
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    ECONOMY NON SMOKING

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.EY-NM

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • QUADRUPLE WITH SHARED BATHROOMQUADRUPLE • WITH SHARED BATHROOMQUA.FH

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    QUADRUPLE WITH SHARED BATHROOM

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
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    WITH SHARED BATHROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.FH

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • Room BUNK BEDRoom • BUNK BEDROO.BK

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    Room BUNK BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
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    BUNK BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.BK

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • TWIN FEMALE ROOMTWIN • FEMALE ROOMTWN.FA

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    TWIN FEMALE ROOM

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
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    FEMALE ROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.FA

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • TWIN BUNK BEDTWIN • BUNK BEDTWN.BK

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    TWIN BUNK BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    BUNK BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.BK

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Room BUNK BED WITH SHARED BATHROOMRoom • BUNK BED WITH SHARED BATHROOMROO.BK-FH

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    Room BUNK BED WITH SHARED BATHROOM

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
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    BUNK BED WITH SHARED BATHROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.BK-FH

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Double or Twin FEMALE ROOM WITH SHARED BATHROOMDouble or Twin • FEMALE ROOM WITH SHARED BATHROOMDBT.FA-FH

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    The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-Karasumagojo

    Double or Twin FEMALE ROOM WITH SHARED BATHROOM

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    FEMALE ROOM WITH SHARED BATHROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.FA-FH

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • TWIN WITH SHARED BATHROOMTWIN • WITH SHARED BATHROOMTWN.FH

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    TWIN WITH SHARED BATHROOM

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    WITH SHARED BATHROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.FH

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • TWIN NON SMOKINGTWIN • NON SMOKINGTWN.NM

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    TWIN NON SMOKING

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    NON SMOKING

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.NM

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • Double or Twin STANDARDDouble or Twin • STANDARDDBT.ST

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    The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-Karasumagojo

    Double or Twin STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
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    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.ST

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  • Bed in dormitory STANDARDBed in dormitory • STANDARDBED.ST

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    Bed in dormitory STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    Bed in dormitory
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    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: BED.ST

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • QUADRUPLE BUNK BED WITH SHARED BATHROOMQUADRUPLE • BUNK BED WITH SHARED BATHROOMQUA.BK-FH

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    The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-Karasumagojo

    QUADRUPLE BUNK BED WITH SHARED BATHROOM

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
    View / characteristic
    BUNK BED WITH SHARED BATHROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.BK-FH

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Double or Twin WITH SHARED BATHROOMDouble or Twin • WITH SHARED BATHROOMDBT.FH

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    The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-Karasumagojo

    Double or Twin WITH SHARED BATHROOM

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    WITH SHARED BATHROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.FH

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SINGLE WITH SHARED BATHROOMSINGLE • WITH SHARED BATHROOMSGL.FH

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    SINGLE WITH SHARED BATHROOM

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    SINGLE
    View / characteristic
    WITH SHARED BATHROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SGL.FH

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SINGLE STANDARDSINGLE • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 36 m²SGL.ST

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    SINGLE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    36 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    SINGLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SGL.ST

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARDTWN.ST

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    TWIN STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.ST

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Double or Twin BUNK BEDDouble or Twin • BUNK BEDDBT.BK

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    Double or Twin BUNK BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    BUNK BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.BK

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • TWIN FEMALE ROOM WITH SHARED BATHROOMTWIN • FEMALE ROOM WITH SHARED BATHROOMTWN.FA-FH

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    The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-Karasumagojo

    TWIN FEMALE ROOM WITH SHARED BATHROOM

    Room photos

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    FEMALE ROOM WITH SHARED BATHROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.FA-FH

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • QUADRUPLE ECONOMY NON SMOKINGQUADRUPLE • ECONOMY NON SMOKINGQUA.EY-NM

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    The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-Karasumagojo

    QUADRUPLE ECONOMY NON SMOKING

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
    View / characteristic
    ECONOMY NON SMOKING

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.EY-NM

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SINGLE BUNK BEDSINGLE • BUNK BEDSGL.BK

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    SINGLE BUNK BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    SINGLE
    View / characteristic
    BUNK BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SGL.BK

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • QUADRUPLE FEMALE ROOM WITH SHARED BATHROOMQUADRUPLE • FEMALE ROOM WITH SHARED BATHROOMQUA.FA-FH

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    The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-Karasumagojo

    QUADRUPLE FEMALE ROOM WITH SHARED BATHROOM

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
    View / characteristic
    FEMALE ROOM WITH SHARED BATHROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.FA-FH

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-Karasumagojo

9.2
Excellent
564 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.4 /10
Service
9.2 /10
Comfort
8.8 /10
Condition
9.2 /10
Amenities
8.8 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jul 2026
Douglas
Second stay there
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jul 2026
Crystal
Great location close to everything and very walkable. Room was clean with simple Japanese feel. Breakfast with the room (in a restaurant 3 doors down) was filling.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jul 2026
Ethan
washer and dryer sucked but everything else was great
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jul 2026
Mary
This is a unique experience for family travel. It was a shared bathroom and shared shower room… But the individual stalls were so well cleaned and completely private. The showerheads are amazing—I literally want to buy one for my own house! The kids enjoyed sleeping in the bunkbeds and my husband and I had a loft bed. It was small, but it was what we needed and at a wonderful price. They also allowed you to store your luggage the day of check-in and the day of checkout. So if you have a short stay in Kyoto, this is a convenient option! And right off the subway.
Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
28 Jun 2026
Kazuaki
This hotel is near station, so it is very useful place.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jun 2026
Yin
Even though this place is small, it is quite. clean. Everything works works very well.
Family
8/10
Excellent
03 Jun 2026
Elijah
Laundry was excellent
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
18 May 2026
Tinus
Bedre end man forventer 🙂
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 May 2026
Khulud
Even though the property has shared bathrooms, it was not a hassle at all. Everything was super clean and well maintained. The rooms were comfortable and worked well for our family of three. The free breakfast is a great bonus, we found the breakfast very filling for long days of walking and exploring
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Apr 2026
Athanasios
Beautiful ryokan in a gorgeous area of japan. Great, welcoming people running it.
10/10
Exceptional
07 Apr 2026
Braeden
It’s in a very nice part of the city. Very convenient to get around.
Staff are very nice. Rooms might be a bit small but very nice!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 Apr 2026
Victor
The staff is very friendly, the location is great and within 17 mins of walking from Kyoto Station. The restaurant for breakfast is 1 min away from the entrance of the hotel. They provide you with great amenities as well.
Self
8/10
Excellent
04 Apr 2026
Muhammad Rehan
Nice, relatively economical stay compared to most other options in Kyoto. Room and toilets were very clean, breakfast was a nice addition.
10/10
Exceptional
15 Mar 2026
Ching Lin Cecilia
Simple but comfortable.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
14 Dec 2025
Kazuaki
いつも通り快適に宿泊できました。
Self
10/10
Exceptional
11 Dec 2025
Amirata
Great
6/10
Pleasant
29 Nov 2025
Alice
Room: small and bed so uncomfortable… I saw how they clean the room between guests and tbh I felt it was not that hygienic.
Location: Great!
Staff: It was OK. The girl who welcomed us at the reception we felt like we were bothering her. She did not explain a lot.
Amenities: showers are clean and bathroom as well
We did laundry and set a timer to come back get our laundry. We were 4-5 minutes late and the staff removed our stuff from
the machine. We were a little bit shocked. I would understand a 30 min to 1h late but for such a short period of time we really didn’t appreciate it. The clothes were not even completely dry and we would have added time but couldn’t since they removed everything.
In general: It’s like a hostel.
Business_and_leisure
6/10
Pleasant
25 Nov 2025
Alice
Staff were OK. We were welcomed by a girl that did not smile nor looked happy to be there.
Bed were hard as rock… Bathroom clean which is great.
Great location as well.
A little bit expensive for what it is but great overall
10/10
Exceptional
20 Nov 2025
Samantha
Overall comfortable stay, clean room and bathrooms
10/10
Exceptional
25 Oct 2025
CUI XIAO
It’s close to metro and JR line. Very convenient. The complementary cream and shower body towel are great. Overall, it’s a great place to stay. I will book it again if I come to Tokyo.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 Oct 2025
Ilyda
Stayed here for 3 nights and it was great! Location was perfect, just 2 mins walk from the metro and quiet yet close to the city centre. Room was great, yes it was small but thoughtfully designed (I love the nightlight feature!) and the futon was extremely comfortable. Breakfast not bad and great value. Bathrooms were OK, showers were perfecty fine and well-maintained but I do wish the toilets came with a seat cleaning spray for hygiene (especially as they're shared). Would stay again!
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
10 Oct 2025
Wayne
More of a Hostel design, shared bathrooms with other guests, however the bathrooms were modern and clean. The room was very small, just for sleeping, also common shared washrooms with other guests. Location was near access to subway and within walking of the main shopping areas.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
04 Oct 2025
Peggy
Stay was very enjoyable and love the location is right next to subway line.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
09 Sep 2025
kristi
Clean rooms
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
05 Aug 2025
Massouda
Excellent location and very comfy rooms. Some hooks on the wall could help hanging the towel bags and some stuff otherwise everything is perfect. Thank you!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jul 2025
Hong
Clean, well-organized, great location, right by the train station, 7-eleven and Family Mart near by. Walkable to Gion area.
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jul 2025
Jonathan
Great place. I highly recommend
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
15 Jun 2025
Zak
A very simple but effective hotel that I’d love to of stayed longer in. The beds was extremely comfortable and while not the most spacious, was definitely a nice place to rest and relax in.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jun 2025
Shelby
If you’re going to stay in Kyoto this is a good choice. Good location & accommodating staff. Close enough to Kyoto station to walk and directly next to subway line and bus. Elevator if you have heavy luggage. Easy check in with machine. Nice lobby and shower rooms. The rooms are smaller but very cute.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
26 May 2025
Shih Wei David
Good overall except the bed mattress which is too thin for my back!! Also there should be more hook in the shower area. Washing and Drying machine is horrible! My clothes never dry properly and the clothes smell. Get a better detergent!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 May 2025
Joshua
Great location. Great amenities.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
19 May 2025
MELODY
I really liked the hotel; the staff was very attentive. The only thing that could be improved is the bathrooms, which could be a bit cleaner. Other than that, the hotel was excellent and centrally located.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 May 2025
David
Value for money, a good budget option.
Would stay again.
Self
6/10
Pleasant
03 May 2025
Ken
I made a mistake when I booked in overlooking the fact that this hotel has the shared bathrooms. However, after check-in, I’ve also found other things not in the room. Such as no sink/toilet, no mini fridge, not even a garbage can. The only thing in the room is a bed. Thank God it has an electrical/USB socket in the room so at least I can charge my phone. My wife was dissappointed, to say the least, compared to other hotels we stayed in Tokyo and Osaka.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
01 May 2025
Rebecca
I would not stay there again.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
25 Apr 2025
Verified traveler

Perfect stay

Our stay was amazing. We booked a shared room and it was comfortable. The communal bathrooms were very very clean and very very nice. The water pressure and temp are perfect. 10/10 recommend. I wish we were in the area longer!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Apr 2025
Tyler
Very easy to get to from Kyoto Station and very clean
10/10
Exceptional
12 Apr 2025
Laurence

Excellent family accommodation

A bunk room was perfect for our family of four. The whole hotel was kept spotless during our stay. Staff were friendly and helpful, and a late check-in (11pm) caused no problems. Our rate included a decent breakfast (western or Japanese style) at the friendly restaurant a few seconds from the hotel. Great location right next to Gojo subway station, and easily walkable from Kyoto station too.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
20 Mar 2025
Charlotte
The staff were very kind ans the area is super convienent for food and the train!
10/10
Exceptional
20 Mar 2025
Andrea
Staff are really nice and the bathroom are clean
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Mar 2025
yvonne elaine
Wow, I did not expect that a pocket hotel is better than other regular hotels. We got the room with 2 mattresses. I like how the washroom is being cleaned often and there r clean& comfortable pyjamas, disposable slippers and toothbrushes. I also like how the laundry is in the hotel and there are lots of tables and chairs in the lounge area. It is also close to the train station.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
07 Mar 2025
Steven
It's a great location. Plenty of showers and always clean.
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
14 Feb 2025
Kar Yeun
Clean, quite & convenient
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jan 2025
Brendan
Super convenient location… practically on top of the metro station entrance. Nice hotel with nice amenities. Pajamas and slippers included, a breakfast place down the street, laundry, clean bathrooms, I would definitely stay here again.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jan 2025
April
Staff are lovely, train is easy to get around with a short walk
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jan 2025
Tommy
The staff was really kind. Comfortable bathrooms and overall clean place.
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jan 2025
Peter
Had a great stay, thank you
8/10
Excellent
23 Dec 2024
YUNZHAO
It would be great if lotion could be provided too. The bed sheet is not as clean as expected, and minor stains are found.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
20 Dec 2024
Abdur Rahman
The place was superb!
The room was a little towards the colder side though
But you get air conditioning to regulate that
10/10
Exceptional
30 Nov 2024
yesenia
This is my second time at this hotel, and all I can say is how wonderful it is! Very convenient and affordable. I don’t like the small rooms, but that’s what a hostel hotel it’s all about. I recommend a lot if your just saying for a few days and don’t have many bags. Maybe as a start up hotel!
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
21 Nov 2024
Catherine

Good for a cheap minimalist hotel

Good location and very clean.
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
17 Nov 2024
Christina
The room with twin beds does not have a lot of space to move around though two big luggages can be put under the beds. I think guests should have the option to request the round table to be removed from their room for a bit more space. Washrooms are on the same floor but showers are on a different floor. It feels more like a hostel.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 Nov 2024
Verified traveler
It's convenient. Close to restaurants, local convenience store, and transportation. Staff are helpful. Would sleep there again if I was in Kyoto again.
Self
6/10
Pleasant
15 Nov 2024
Misty
average place. not terrible but not comfortable. the room was hard to move around in. window couldn’t open and despite the ac unit it was extremely stuffy in the room. staff were nice. you can check the status of the laundry and showers on your phone which is nice.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
07 Nov 2024
Yirong
Beyond my expectation. I like the one-person room and shared restroom/space. It’s cozy and easy. I’ll come the next time when I visit Kyoto.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
07 Nov 2024
Calvin
Amazing
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
05 Nov 2024
Lori
Very comgortable smallefficent room.shared bathroom was clean.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
01 Nov 2024
justin
Affordable for one night. They provide a lot of restroom amenities.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Oct 2024
Lauren
Good location, and the facility itself is very well upkept. Good for a short stay on a budget!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
19 Oct 2024
Jasmine
For the price this was an amazing place to stay. I slept very well, the washroom and showers were clean. They clean the showers twice a day. Very good water pressure. Check in and check out was easy! Very close to the subway exit! A lot of amenities - towels, tooth brushes, shampoo, conditioner, slippers, pjs. There are also washer and dryers vending machines on the first floor.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Oct 2024
Jose
I loved staying there
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
26 Sep 2024
Mohamedamine
Loved it here, clean, close to everything
8/10
Excellent
25 Sep 2024
Alvin
Good quality for the price
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
12 Aug 2024
Sofiane
Everything was great, really recommend it !
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jul 2024
Aiping
It’s a great hotel.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
15 Jul 2024
MISHAEL ELEOSCA
Good hotel but nothing special about it.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jul 2024
Shaleaf
It was very convient for transportation and walking and a stop away from main train station. It was quiet for the most part. Some of the tourists from abroad were rude, noisey and messy, yet the local people and staff were very kind and helpful. I got 2 extra nights as I was quite happy there. It’s also worth purchasing a breakfast ticket. Good location. Thank You for a nice stay.
Business_and_leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
12 Jul 2024
Yi Jian
Liked the cleanliness and easy access of this hotel from the subway. Also appreciated the provision of the towels and toiletries and the free wifi
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
05 Jul 2024
Benjamin
Overall - good hotel for the price. The laundry room only had four machines and none of them did a sufficient job of drying the clothes, even after an extra 30 minutes of drying. We ended up hanging/draping our clean laundry around the room for a day to get them sufficiently dry.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
25 Jun 2024
Oliver
Nice rooms, and shared bathroom/shower facilities were clean and always available. Rooms were tight for 3 people but worth the price, location is a bit inconvenient for what we were doing.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2024
SHUKHRAT
very good
Business_and_leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
19 Jun 2024
Maria Edrosana Mae Acero
A bit far from everything, didn't want to keep tapping or transpo car for a single ride. Overall the experience was good
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jun 2024
Gregory

Great hotel for Kyoto

The hotel staff was very courteous and friendly. I enjoyed the style of the rooms with the classic Japanese styled bed.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jun 2024
Shemariah
Amazing stay, and with the price, nothing more could be left desired. The location is wonderful, there's a 7-Eleven right across the street for food if needed and its literally right next to Gojo Station which makes using the metro soo easy. The accommodations were perfectly adequate for what they were needed: resting and sleeping as we explored Kyoto. Will be back!!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2024
Raymond
Liked the staff and how helpful they were. Disliked the number of toilets per floor.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
31 May 2024
Tera
An excellent and convenient place to stay, close to everything we wanted to do. Only 15 minute walk to the Nishiki market, right next to subway entrance and 1 stop from Kyoto station. We enjoyed our stay, would definitely stay there again.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
31 May 2024
Justin
Minimalistic but has all the necessities; Swift check-in process and friendly staff; Very close to metro station exit; Only issue was the shower which was on the ground floor.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
12 May 2024
Ashlynn
My boyfriend and I stayed at Pocket for several days while visiting Kyoto. It is located in such a convenient area (walkable distance to Nishiki and transit). The property itself is clean and the staff are so friendly and helpful! It is definitely worth staying here for the price! The only complaint I have come from the other foreigners/tourists. Please be respectful of the space especially when maintaining cleanliness as this is a shared space. Otherwise, I’d definitely recommend Pocket hotel!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 May 2024
John
Great place to stay.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
10 May 2024
Diana
This is an excellent place to stay when on a budget. Central location made it easy to get to many tourist spots. The Breakfast which was included was at a restaurant next door which gave 3 breakfast platter options (with no substitutions). We stayed in a “family” room for 4 people with bunk beds and futon beds which were quite comfortable.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 May 2024
Rex
Thank you. Great
10/10
Exceptional
24 Apr 2024
Nicola
Excellent value. Great location.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Apr 2024
Mr. Mungo
Budget accommodation option - toilets and shower rooms are communal, however the whole property is spotlessly clean so no problem. Breakfast vouchers are provided for Yayoiken restaurant, a few steps away - 3 delicious breakfast options. Location is very convenient, right next to subway entrance and one stop from Kyoto station. Overall our stay was very comfortable, this hotel offers incredible value for money!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Apr 2024
PEI LIN
Clean and very convenient. Just few steps to arrive the entrance of subway and easy to access to any attractions in Kyoto.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
06 Apr 2024
Eugenia
Everything was sparkling clean. Felt really comfortable even sharing the bathroom. Really modern and well maintained. Sleeping on futons is not annoying at all since they are cushioned and feel comfortable.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Mar 2024
Jane
I had a very pleasant stay at this hotel. I was pleasantly surprised at how clean the room and bathroom was. I didn't think that I would enjoy sharing a bathroom but they were constantly cleaning the bathrooms and it felt like I had a freshly cleaned bathroom to myself every time. The space is small but sufficient to store everything and just sleep for the night. I would recommend this hotel and would definitely stay here again.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
23 Mar 2024
Larry
Coming in from Osaka, I *loved* that the train stop (Gojo) is literally just a couple meters away from the hotel. AND that there was Yoshinoya close by! And a few others like CocoIchi and a couple others that I forgot the name of, but they were delish options too.

Other than a long wait before checking (came too early), it was a easy process of checking in and then settling into the room. Being 165cm, it was quite spacious and comfy enough.

It was very nice that they offered in-house usage of clothing (one-size for all) which can be swapped out daily for a fresh set. And slippers! The orange oil/botanical extract shampoo/body soap was awesome to say the least. Great way to wake up to the scent. They did offer toothbrushes/q-tips in the restroom.

I will definitely want to stay there again, if/when I drop into Kyoto again.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
05 Mar 2024
Catherine
Lovely place to stay for a few days in Kyoto!
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
25 Feb 2024
Marcio
Great hotel
10/10
Exceptional
24 Feb 2024
Myrene
The staffs were very accommodating. I had problem during check out but they are very helpful. The place is nice. The bathrooms were clean given that it is a shared facility. The hygiene kits are available. The rooms are so nice and cute. Another good thing about this place is it is very accessible and convenient for visiting tourist spots.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
04 Feb 2024
Christina
Convenient
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
28 Dec 2023
Austin
It’s convenient and room is clean!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Dec 2023
James
Fabulous facilities and helpful staff
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
09 Dec 2023
Esther
The check-in and check-out process were easy and swift!
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
21 Nov 2023
Nicky
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Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
18 Nov 2023
Lay Pheng
Easy access to metro & walkable distance to nearby attractions. A few dinning option from to abt 9pm & the shops’ food is good at good price.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
10 Nov 2023
Cody

Hotel Review

The room/service was great. The room itself was very small and basic, with bathooms in the hallway outside and gendered shower rooms on other floors. We were mainly in our room at the end of the day/taking a break early afternoon, so this want much of an issue. Is right next to a subway entry, which is very convenient.
Would recommend for traveling on a budget.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
24 Oct 2023
Sharlene
The property was clean and in good condition, metro was really close by. Toilets and showers were clean and always available.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
23 Oct 2023
Tony
Nice location, one stop from Kyoto station or you can walk 20mins to it. About 5mins from the riverbed, and 15mins from nishimarket. The shijo location is much more noiser but has more bus stops and another JR line near it.
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
17 Oct 2023
Christopher
Bog standard. Breakfast wasn’t great. Good location saved it.
Leisure Self

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The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-Karasumagojo
423 Matsuyacho Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan

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