Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Shijo Street and Nishiki Market. For a bite to eat, guests can check out 2F朝食会場, which serves Japanese cuisine and is open for breakfast. Also, Kawaramachi Street and Kiyomizu Temple are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: Nijojo-mae Station is 14 minutes and Gojo Station is 15 minutes.
Languages
English, Japanese
At a glance
Hotel size
140 rooms
Arranged over 8 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 19
Check-out time is 11 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 19
Children
One child (5 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
No onsite parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10 AM
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Facilities
10 buildings/towers
Built in 1990
Reception hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
26-inch flat-screen TV
Digital TV channels
Pay movies
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Electric kettle
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Down comforter
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Shower/tub combination
Rainfall showerhead
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Weekly housekeeping
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Special features
Dining
2F朝食会場 - This restaurant specializes in Japanese cuisine and serves breakfast only.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 200-1,000 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.
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 1200 for adults and JPY 1200 for children
Policies
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.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
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.
Also known as
Hotel Oaks Kyoto
Hotel Oaks Kyoto Shijo
Hotel Oaks Shijo
Oaks Hotel Kyoto
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Oaks Kyoto Shijo Hotel
Oaks Shijo
Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo
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Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Nijō Castle (0.9 mi) and Gion Corner (1.3 mi), along with Kyoto Tower (1.4 mi) and Kyoto Imperial Palace (1.7 mi).
Does Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo have rooms with private spa tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
What's the area around Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo like?
Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo is in Shimogyo Ward, a short 5-minute walk from Karasuma Station and 10 minutes' walk from Nishiki Market.
Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 18, 2024
Great Stay in Smile Kyoto Shijo
Spacious room for 3. Near to Nishiki market and subway station but 40mins walk to Kyoto station. Bus stop across the road to bring you to Kiyomizu Temple
Anna
Anna, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 16, 2024
GREAT STAFF AND LOCATION!
I love the location which is close to Nishiki Market and the bus stop. Very safe neighborhood for a solo traveler and the staff is very helpful. Tanaka san was very helpful when I called over the telephone about my checkin with my limited Japanese proficiency.
Lori
Lori, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 11, 2024
Katarzyna
Katarzyna, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2024
Andrzej
Andrzej, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Aug 15, 2024
Everything was fine except only three laundry machines and only one laundry machine has security. In a very crowded location.
James
James, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 6, 2024
Everything was same as described.
Jovana
Jovana, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 3, 2024
It was very clean and the staff very friendly and helpful.
Yovanne
Yovanne, 14-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 3, 2024
Great Stay
In my opinion, this was the perfect location for a hotel in Kyoto. It’s a few minutes away from a subway station and right next to a bus stop that can take you anywhere in the city. The hotel itself was really nice and clean, and the room was spacious.
Rakan
Rakan, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 1, 2024
Nice people
Dayanna
Dayanna, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 30, 2024
It is in close proximity to all the tourist areas but just far enough away that we do not have to face the crowd every day.
Joe
Joe, 14-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 29, 2024
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GARY
GARY, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 27, 2024
Great location to most facilities.
swee a
swee a, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Jul 21, 2024
was in kyoto for Gion Matsuri. the location is fantastic which i really managed to finish hunting for all the floats. they are amazing and very local-ish.
staff at the hotel are accommodating and pleasant. there is even portable balance for checking luggage weight.
however, the property itself is obviously worn out by time, you may find stains, rust, mould or dirt here and there in the room. it is still using a real room key instead of card key. but the mattresses is still bearable. tho it really needs some renovations to keep up with the cost they demand for a night and the surrounding area.
CT
CT, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Jun 15, 2024
Rooms are very small as are most Japanese hotel rooms.
No wardrobe or draw units to store cloths.
Shower was excellent with plenty of hot water. Towels changed daily.
OK for a couple of nights but not for long stay.
Great location close to bus and trains and taxi's run past the hotel frequently.
Robert
Robert, 11-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 12, 2024
Sabatino
Sabatino, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 12, 2024
Very clean. Close to some tourist attractions
Sabatino
Sabatino, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2024
👍
Ed Lorenz
Ed Lorenz, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jun 5, 2024
Staff are friendly, 8 mins walking distance from the underground station, and there is a family mart downstairs and some shops around that area, it's quite convenient. The facilities are a bit old but include basic and functional amenities, there are some old stains underneath the washbowl, but general cleanliness is good. A good place to stay at a good price.
Chinyin
Chinyin, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
Jun 5, 2024
Phuong
Phuong, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 2, 2024
Very nice property. Very spacious for my family of 4. We had 4 twin size beds so all of us could get a good night sleep after all of our adventures and walking.
PAUL
PAUL, 2-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
6/10 Good
May 26, 2024
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
May 24, 2024
Nice hotel. Clean and easy. Staff was kind.
What I didn’t like: I wanted to stay one more night and they gave me double price for 1 night. I paid that money for 2 nights. I couldn’t extend my staying
Gokce
Gokce, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 20, 2024
Michael
Michael, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
May 17, 2024
Great hotel for the price
Lai
Lai, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 17, 2024
It is a lovely place to stay right in the heart of Kyoto. We would definitely stay there again.