The Mondonce is an apartment-style hotel with spacious rooms that are perfect for families and small groups. With kitchens, washers/dryers and dining areas, the rooms here will feel a bit like home.
Hotel Mondonce Japanese-style family room
Hotel Mondonce Kyoto Gojo At A Glance
- Great for: families, small groups, couples
- Strong points: kitchen and laundry facilities in rooms, spacious rooms, reasonable rates
- Sample rates: from US$150 to $350 per night
Hotel Mondonce family room
Located about 15 minutes’ walk from the downtown core, the Mondonce is a small-ish hotel with rooms that feel more like serviced apartments. They’ve got everything you need for a comfortable stay in Kyoto, especially for families. We particularly like the Japanese-style family rooms.
Hotel Mondonce exterior
Unlike many apartment-style hotels, the Mondonce has a 24-hour front desk and staff are helpful.
Hotel Mondonce room with kitchen and dining area
Given the reasonable rates, relatively convenient location and home-style comforts, the Mondonce is a great choice for families and friends.
Name in English:
Hotel Mondonce Kyoto Gojo
Name in Japanese:
ホテル モンドンス京都五条
English address:
228-1 Tawaraya-cho, Sakaimachi-dori-Gojo-agaru, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan 600-8070
Japanese address:
〒600-8070 京都市下京区堺町通五条上ル俵屋町228-1
Price range: moderate
Nearest Transport:
5 minutes’ walk from Gojo Station (exit 1) of Subway Karasuma Line
Telephone: 81-80-9818-8300
Website: bon-lodging.com/en/hotel-mondonce-kyoto-gojo/
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Kyoto Vacation Checklist
- For all the essentials in a brief overview, see my First Time In Kyoto guide
- Check Kyoto accommodation availability on Booking.com and Agoda.com - often you can book with no upfront payment and free cancellation
- You can buy shinkansen (bullet train) tickets online from Klook - popular routes include Tokyo to Kyoto, Kyoto to Osaka and Kyoto to Tokyo
- Need tips on where to stay? See my one page guide Where To Stay In Kyoto
- See my comprehensive Packing List For Japan
- You can buy an eSim to activate in Japan or buy a data-only SIM card online for collection when you arrive at Tokyo's Narita or Haneda Airports or Kansai International Airport. You can also rent an unlimited data pocket wifi router
- Compare Japan flight prices and timings to find the best deals
- If you're making frequent train journeys during your visit, you might save money with Japan Rail Pass – see if it's worth it for you
- A prepaid Welcome Suica card makes travelling around Kyoto easy – here's how
- World Nomads offers simple and flexible travel insurance. Buy at home or while traveling and claim online from anywhere in the world
- Do you want help planning your trip? Chris Rowthorn and his team of Japan experts at Japan Travel Consulting can help
