This simple new business hotel a short walk from the main (north) exit of Kyoto Station offers great convenience at super-cheap rates.
There’s nothing fancy about this place, but it’s clean and well run. If you want the convenience of being very close to Kyoto Station, with all the transport, dining and shopping that it offers, then this is a great choice, especially if you’re on a tight budget. The free breakfast is a nice touch.
If this one is full, try the Hotel Excellence Kyoto Hachijo, on the south side of the station.
English address:
519-1 Kitafudondo-cho, Simogyo-ku
Japanese address:
下京区北不動堂町519-1
Price: Budget
Check availability and pricing for Hotel Excellence Kyoto Ekimae on Booking.com or Agoda.com
Internet: Free wifi access, LAN cable access and communal PC
Non-smoking rooms: Yes
Nearest Transport: 5min walk from JR Kyoto Station Karasuma central gate
Telephone: 365-5861
Website: Official website (Japanese)
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Kyoto Station Area Recommendations
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Kyoto Vacation Checklist
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