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Supplier's own class: 3 starsHPG Group

Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo

59-61 Nishinotoin, Shijo, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8494

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Our lodging supplier sets this class by its own criteria. It is not an official hotel star rating. It does not guarantee any particular feature or amenity.

Rooms and rates

Overview

About this property

Near Nishiki Market

A stay at Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo places you in the heart of Kyoto, within a 5-minute drive of Nijō Castle and Kyoto Tower. This hotel is 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from Gion Corner and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from To-ji Temple.

Make yourself at home in one of the 140 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads.

Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a reception hall, and a vending machine.

Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk.

At a glance

Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo is in Karasuma, Kyoto, and its property type is Hotel. It is one of 279 stays in Karasuma that can be booked on Ondastay (English property list of Thursday, October 1, 2026). 159 of them have the property type Hotel. By number of guest reviews, it ranks #16 of the 279 stays in Karasuma. 171 other stays in Karasuma are within 1 km of it in a straight line.

Booking on Ondastay

  • This property charges mandatory fees on site. They are listed under “Charged at the property” in Good to know below.
  • The property takes payment on site in Japanese Yen (JPY).
  • The seller is ONDA Inc., and the payment is processed by Toss Payments.
  • The total (taxes and service fees included), fees paid on site, who sells the stay and the cancellation terms are set out in the Terms of service.

Room types

6 room types at Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo
RoomSizeGuestsBeds
Semi-Double Room, Non Smoking (120cm bed, 2 guests only)14 m²Sleeps 21 Large Twin Bed
Single Room, Non Smoking14 m²Sleeps 21 Twin Bed
Double Room, Non Smoking17 m²Sleeps 31 Double Bed
Twin Room, Non Smoking17 m²Sleeps 42 Twin Beds
Triple Room, Non Smoking40 m²Sleeps 63 Twin Beds
Quadruple Room, Non Smoking—Sleeps 64 Twin Beds

Amenities

  • Elevator
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Smoke-free property
  • Free WiFi
  • Luggage storage
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Reception hall
  • Vending machine

Location

Nearest airport
KIX

Good to know

Check-in
3:00 PM – midnightMinimum check-in age 19
  • 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
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Housekeeping service is provided every 4 days.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-out
11:00 AM
Charged at the property
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: approximately JPY 1500 for adults and JPY 1500 for children
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Know before you go
  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free 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.
  • In accordance with national/local laws, air conditioning may be restricted to certain hours from 19 October to 08 April.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Accepted at the property
American Express · Diners Club · JCB International · Mastercard · Visa · Cash not accepted · UnionPay · Debit cards not accepted
Languages spoken
Japanese · English
Pets
Pets not allowed