Hotel Kuu Kyoto

$$$$||View on mapKyoto, JapanShimogyo-Ku Shokuya-Cho 58, Kyoto, Japan, 600-8158|
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Hotel Kuu Kyoto
Shimogyo-Ku Shokuya-Cho 58, Kyoto, Japan, 600-8158·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.2Perfect
Staff9.7
Location9.6
Cleanliness9.4
Comfort9.4
Free WiFi9.4
Who stays here
Families43%
Couples37%
Groups11%
Solo9%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.2Perfect
Staff9.7
Location9.6
Cleanliness9.4
Comfort9.4
Free WiFi9.4
Who stays here
Families43%
Couples37%
Groups11%
Solo9%

3-star hotel directly facing Higashi Hongan-ji Temple in central Kyoto

Accommodations & Rooms

Hotel Kuu Kyoto offers 43 air-conditioned rooms with refrigerators and flat-screen TVs. Guests can request futon mattresses for extra beds in larger groups. Deluxe Twin Rooms with Temple View provide a direct sightline to Higashi Hongan-ji Temple.

On-Site Wellness & Baths

The hotel operates an on-site spa with massage services and an open-air bath. A public bath and sauna are available, with two baths alternating daily between genders. These facilities are not commonly found in similar 3-star hotels.

Dining & Breakfast

The hotel's restaurant serves a buffet breakfast with American, Asian, and Japanese options, including made-to-order omelettes and French toast. A seasonal menu offers items such as nigiri sushi and pumpkin and nut salad. The breakfast is available daily and includes freshly prepared dishes.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Kuu Kyoto sits directly opposite Higashi Hongan-ji Temple, an important Buddhist landmark with free entry. The hotel is an 8-minute walk from Kyoto Station, with public transport access to Kiyomizu Temple, Nijo Castle, and Kyoto National Museum. A complimentary shuttle bus runs to select tourist attractions on certain days.

Guest Services & Amenities

Hotel Kuu Kyoto provides complimentary bicycle rental for guests to explore the area. A 24-hour front desk with multilingual staff offers concierge service, currency exchange, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include laundry facilities and a vending machine for drinks.

  • Location: Opposite Higashi Hongan-ji Temple, 8 min from Kyoto Station
  • Rooms: 43 air-conditioned rooms with temple view options
  • Dining: Buffet breakfast with made-to-order omelettes and French toast
  • Wellness: On-site spa, open-air bath, and public sauna
  • Services: Complimentary bicycle rental and shuttle bus to attractions
  • Language: Multilingual staff offering concierge and currency exchange

License number: 京都市指定保医セ第388号

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
from 04:00-11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs JPY 2800.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Malay
Building
Number of rooms:43
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Rooms and availability

Deluxe Quadruple Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Heating
Standard Queen Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Queen Size Bed1 King Size Bed
  • Street view
  • Shower
  • Heating
Family Suite
  • Max:
    5 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Heating
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Spa and relaxation

Massage

TV

Flat-screen TV

Elevator

Sports & Fitness

  • Cycling

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Children's buffet

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Massage
  • Open-air bath
  • Public Bath

Room view

  • City view
  • Street view

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Pants press

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Hotel Kuu Kyoto

💵 Lowest room price 114 US$
📏 Distance to center 1.5 mi
✈️ Distance to airport 29.0 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Itami, ITM

Location

Shimogyo-Ku Shokuya-Cho 58, Kyoto, Japan, 600-8158
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Shimogyo-Ku Shokuya-Cho 58, Kyoto, Japan, 600-8158
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Shimogyo-Ku Shokuya-Cho 58, Kyoto, Japan, 600-8158
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