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yugen kyoto shijo

4.0 star property
Hotel with a full-service spa, 7-minute walk to Nishiki Market

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A short walk from Kawaramachi Street and Nishiki Market, yugen kyoto shijo provides an indoor public bath (no minerals), a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Arbrin（アルブラン）, the on-site buffet restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and a 24-hour gym.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
The current price is RM415
RM457 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb

Room options

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Universal 31sqm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bath and shower
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Twin 34sqm

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin 34sqm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bath and shower
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Twin 36sqm

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Twin 36sqm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bath and shower
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Twin with Sofa bed 36sqm

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Twin with Sofa bed 36sqm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bath and shower
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bath and shower
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe King 44sqm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bath and shower
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite with Sofa bed 44sqm

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite with Sofa bed 44sqm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Executive Twin with Sofa bed 46sqm

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Twin with Sofa bed 46sqm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bath and shower
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Executive Suite with Sofa bed 47sqm

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Suite with Sofa bed 47sqm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Executive Triple 51sqm

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Triple 51sqm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bath and shower
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Large Single Beds

View all photos for Signature Spa Suite with Sauna 95sqm

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Signature Spa Suite with Sauna 95sqm

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 95 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Sofa Beds

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About the area

Located in Shimogyo Ward, a neighbourhood in Kyoto, yugen kyoto shijo is near a metro station. Nishiki Market and Yasaka Shrine are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Biwa and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Kyoto Aquarium and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden are also worth visiting.
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218 Kagiyacho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8057

What's nearby

  • Kawaramachi Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Shijo Street - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nishiki Market - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pontocho Alley - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Kyoto Kawaramachi Station - 8 min walk
  • Gojo Station - 11 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪麦潤 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪麺屋 猪一 本店 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪하하하 ははは - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪京菓子司 幸福堂 老舗 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪おうちごはん 中島家 - ‬3 min walk

About this property

yugen kyoto shijo

Upscale hotel remodelled in 2024 and located near Kawaramachi Street
Located close to Nishiki Market and Pontocho Alley, yugen kyoto shijo provides an indoor public bath (no minerals), a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Arbrin（アルブラン）, the on-site buffet restaurant. In addition to a bar and a 24-hour gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage and smoke-free property
  • A 24-hour front desk and a water dispenser
Room features
All 58 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and separate baths/showers
  • 50-inch LCD TVs with Netflix, streaming services and satellite channels
  • Fridges, children's slippers and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: JPY 3,520 for adults and JPY 3,520 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Arbrin（アルブラン）
  • Arbrin（アルブラン）

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Full-service spa

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Full-service spa

  • Public bath open from 3:00 PM - midnight
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 2020
  • Renovated entire property - September 2024
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Children's slippers
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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
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 buffet breakfast: from approximately JPY 3520 for adults and from JPY 3520 for children

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, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Alipay, PayPay, Merpay, R Pay and WeChat Pay

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
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities

Frequently asked questions

Is yugen kyoto shijo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at yugen kyoto shijo?

As of 20 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at yugen kyoto shijo on 1 Feb 2026 start from RM 415.33, excluding 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.

How much is parking at yugen kyoto shijo?

Yugen kyoto shijo doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at yugen kyoto shijo?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at yugen kyoto shijo?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is yugen kyoto shijo located?

Located in Shimogyo Ward, this spa hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street and Shijo Street. Nishiki Market and Pontocho Alley are also within 10 minutes. Gojo Station is 11 minutes by foot and Shiyakusho-mae Station is 18 minutes.

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Reviews

yugen kyoto shijo Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 108 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shinichiro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service, good location, spacious room, clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yee Harn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing new and comfortable room.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful property, well situated in the heart of the city close to restaurants, shopping and transit. Stylish, quiet, serene, and oasis away from home.
Bedroom
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Golden Pavillion
Kiyomizudera
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, room service on point
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in and staff were excellent :) appreciated the personal escort and explanation about room and amenities from staff. Room was spotless and beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chiaki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a wonderful hotel. The bathroom and the public bath/sauna were especially great. All the staff were very friendly as well.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The spa was brilliant - fantastic way to relax after a day of sightseeing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in the perfect location of Kyoto. Close walk to Pontocho Alley & Gion, but also the best spot to walk the quiet streets in the morning. Large rooms with a classic Japanese look. The nicest staff as well. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was absolutely amazing. We felt like we had a spa stay. The room was so beautiful and the whole Hotel has this calm, special feel to it. The gym was great- and hard to find in hotels in Japan- and the onsen was lovely Honestly one of the nicest hotels we have ever stayed in Location is great too!
Lobby is so gorgeous
The rooms are modern Japanese and so beautifully detailed
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hyun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yugen Kyoto Shijo was the nicest hotel. It was so beautiful, clean, and comfortable. I loved the area we were in because everything was within walking distance. This was by far my favorite hotel in Japan.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at Yugen Kyoto Shijo. The hotel is very new and it shows, with everything being in great condition. Very comfortable mattress, nice big bath in the room (so big it takes 30 minutes to fill), and the rooms are fairly large for a Japanese hotel. Breakfast was good quality but the selection is not huge, however we were happy with it. The location is good for walking to many restaurants and bars, and there are bus stops and subway stations within reasonable distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very welcoming and even held our luggage as we arrived early for Check-in. The public bath was great and the gym satisfactory. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harlan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicest hotel we stayed at in Japan. Rooms are classic/ modern. Staff is awesome. Area is very close to the market and trains to get around. Amenities are also great. Would 100 percent stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, friendly staff gave recommendations for local restaurants. Room and hotel are pristine and very comfortable. Great sauna / public bath area (separate for men vs women) that’s open to 1am. Only minor detractions are small/basic gym equipment where the dumbbells are a bit light, and it’s about 10-15 walk to closest metros which isn’t too far, but also not particularly close either.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Newly renewed hotels in central Kyoto. Beds, interiors and bathrooms are top notch. windows are accessible and cannot be opened Hotel services is 4 out of 5 , depending who is working . Problem remain the restaurant, which is not run by the hotel. Restaurant staff can be iffy and not costumer wishes are not first: This doesn’t fit to hotel premium concept. For this reason my stay was 4 out of 5. I will come to the hotel again but I will not book breakfast in the restaurant.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at Yugen Kyoto Shijo and it was honestly the best hotel of my entire trip! The hotel is new, super clean, and beautifully designed modern but with a lovely traditional Japanese touch. The location is very central and perfect for exploring Kyoto. The staff were always incredibly kind, attentive, and made sure everything went smoothly during my stay. The room was spacious and comfortable, which is rare in Japan where most hotels have very small rooms. For the price I paid, it was amazing value! I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Kyoto.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best hotel we started in on our trip to Japan. The atmosphere is contemporary yet local. Service was top of the line, fast, and consistently polite. We were given water while waiting on our Uber to leave. Also, the tv menu made ordering extra supplies to the room easy. Would be a first choice to come back without question.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and newly refurbished property. The rooms are big and it’s very welled located with Kawaramachi street approx. 10 min walk. The spa facilities are fantastic and the gym is well equipped. Unfortunately the service is not quite there yet. I had asked the hotel to contact me regarding a tea ceremony and I was informed that they had no way to contact an international phone number. In the end I was not concerned about the ceremony but more about how they would contact me if there was an emergency as I’ve never come across this issue before. I asked if they were equipped to contact me via WhatsApp and the response was ‘no’. Overall, nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy with our stay here. We stayed in a room with a big private bath. The hotel and area are very quiet, a welcome sanctuary in busy Kyoto. There are several convenience stores nearby and bus stops which can take you to the main attractions. When we visited the restaurant was under construction, bento boxes were delivered to the room for breakfast. The hotel helped us ship our bags to our next stop in Osaka. All staff members we encountered were polite and helpful. A very comfortable stay, highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place I stayed in all of my time in Japan across multiple cities. The staff were amazing and helpful, hotel was very clean, rooms were very comfortable, great area close to transit, the onsen was amazing at the end of a tourist walking day (tattoos are okay for those wondering). 11/10 overall
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vijay

Amazing stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff, room and onsen all world class. A true gem in Kyoto.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Justine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes the best trip for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camila

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love everything about this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place is 5-star
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025