THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West offers a serene escape in central Kyoto. Guests can enjoy spa massages, in-room WiFi, and regional breakfast specialties. Nijō Castle and Nishiki Market are just a short journey away.
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9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Spa
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Breakfast available
Room service
Housekeeping
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Located in Central Kyoto, a neighbourhood in Kyoto, THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West is near a metro station and on a river. Nijō Castle and Kyoto Imperial Palace are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Nishiki Market. Kinkaku-ji Temple and Yasaka Shrine are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
Located close to Nijō Castle and Nishiki Market, THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West has plenty to offer. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), a front desk safe and concierge services
Luggage storage, tour/ticket information and a 24-hour front desk
Smoke-free property and multilingual staff
Room features
All rooms are individually decorated, and have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Tempur-Pedic beds and down duvets
Bathrooms with rainfall showers and deep-soaking baths
Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7 AM to 9 AM for a fee: JPY 4,000 for adults and JPY 3,000 for children
Family friendly
In-room refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
On a river
On the boardwalk/promenade
Spa
Massage
Spa services
Accessibility
No lift
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1 building
3 floors
Built in 2017
Smoke-free property
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Down comforter
Tempur-Pedic mattress
Bathroom
Bidet
Deep soaking bathtub
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shampoo
Shower/bathtub combination
Slippers
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Towels provided
Entertainment
40-inch flat-screen TV
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Limited room service
Refrigerator
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Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Heating (climate-controlled)
Individual decor
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: JPY 5000
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
2 children, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
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
Fee for local cuisine breakfast: from approximately JPY 4000 for adults and from JPY 3000 for children
Late check-out fee: JPY 5000 (subject to availability)
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West
JUNEI HOTEL Imperial Palace West
JUNEI Kyoto Imperial Palace West
JUNEI Imperial Palace West
The Junei Kyoto Imperial West
THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West Hotel
THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West Kyoto
THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West Hotel Kyoto
Frequently asked questions
Is THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West?
Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for JPY 5000 (subject to availability).
Where is THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West located?
Located in Central Kyoto, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kyoto Imperial Palace and Nijō Castle. Nishiki Market and Kinkaku-ji Temple are also within 3 mi (5 km). Marutamachi Station is 12 minutes by foot and Nijojo-mae Station is 14 minutes.
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Reviews
THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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It’s a great little hotel in a very quiet part of Kyoto. If you wish to get away from all the crowds and just experience how the locals live, this is a hotel for you. We had a room with a private onsen bath, which was just perfect at the end of all the sightseeing.
Special thanks to the staff, who went above and beyond to make us feel very comfortable.
We also booked a kaiseki dinner at their restaurant (in a sister hotel) Futago. Incredible food and service. I highly recommend you try it if you get a chance.
Vladimir
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nicole
17 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room set up was amazing, great amenities, and staff were fantastic!! Highly recommend if you want a traditional, quiet, vibe. Countless thoughtful touches that really elevated the experience. From curated music to local tea and beer the suite was a treat.
staff were all so kind and helpful. amenities and welcome gifts were amazing. room facilities are all great quality. hot tub and bathroom in general was top notch.
Our room was large and very compact with a spa located like bathroom. The staff was very accommodating. The neighborhood is quiet and uncontested but convenient to attractions and public transportation.
Anne
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
diane
2 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very nice boutique hotel. Small and quiet. Only reason for not giving a perfect review is that the room we had was very musty and moldy smelling.
This was our first time in Japan, the staff are super nice and welcoming to tourist. They helped us navigate the area and even booked reservations for us.
The staff provide an outstanding service and support. They even helped us to order food to our room with dietary restrictions. Staff are very friendly and extremely helpful. We had a wonderful stay for our Valentine's day in Kyoto.
Exceptional staff and beautiful rooms. We had a wonderful time here and would recommend it to anyone. The location is excellent for the palaces if that’s what you’re into but not near the main shops and older districts. We caught taxis everywhere which the hotel organised for us and we were very happy with that. Wasn’t too expensive compared to Europe and other places visited.
We are a family of 4 and we booked 2 rooms. The service was incredible from start to finish. Aya and Rodrigo go out of their way to make sure you have everything you need. There was also a young Japanese man, I forgot his name. He was the sweetest person you will ever meet. The rooms were spacious and very clean. The neighborhood is very quiet and a little bit away from the city, but there are places to eat within walking distance. I would stay here again if we ever came back to Kyoto!
This is the nicest hotel staff on the whole planet. I'm not exaggerating! As my husband is a vegetarian, we were concerned about getting decent meals. Not only did the staff arrange a special vegetarian breakfast for him (served in the room), but helped us make dinner reservations, and, on a memorable occasion, raced a block away where we were waiting at the laundry, with three options printed out with QR codes and everything, to help us decide which one we preferred. Great with taxis, too; and always remembered to learn our plans for the day and to ask how our day had gone.
The hotel is in a small-scale residential neighborhood, quiet but with many services. It is a bit of a hike from the nearest subway station, but it is not hard or genuinely expensive to call a cab if you haven't the legs for it.
The most attentive staff you could imagine. Honestly one of the best hotels I’ve stopped at. The rooms are beautiful and the bed was soooo comfortable. I could not recommend this place enough.