For families and groups who want spacious and well-appointed suites right downtown, the Mimaru Suites Kyoto Shijo is a sure bet. This apartment-style hotel is among the best family hotels in the city.
Mimaru Suites Shijo twin room
Mimaru Suites Kyoto Shijo At A Glance
- Great for: families, small groups
- Strong points: downtown location, suites with multiple bedrooms and bathrooms, separate living rooms, in-room laundry facilities
- Sample rates: from US$350 to $1,200 per night
Three-bedroom Japanese suite
About one-minute walk south of Shijo-Karasuma, which is pretty much the heart of Kyoto’s downtown, the Mimaru Suites Kyoto Shijo is about as convenient as you can get. Yet it’s just far enough outside the center that the immediate vicinity of the hotel feels quiet.
Premium two-bedroom Japanese suite
As the name suggests, the rooms here are actually suites and many have separate sleeping and living areas, which is great for families and small groups. They also have multiple bathrooms, which any family can appreciate. Best of all, the service here is warm and helpful.
The rates here are in the luxury range, but you get great value for the money. If you’re looking for a fantastic hotel for your family or group, you’ll be very happy at the Mimaru Suites Kyoto Shijo.
Name in English:
Mimaru Suites Kyoto Shijo
Name in Japanese:
MIMARU SUITES 京都四条
English address:
717-1 Inabado-cho, Karasuma-dori-Matsubara-agaru, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan 600-8415
Japanese address:
〒600-8415 京都市下京区烏丸通松原上ル東側因幡堂町717-1
Price range: luxury
Nearest Transport:
3 minutes’ walk from Shijo Station (exit 5) of Subway Karasuma Line or Karasuma Station of Hankyu Kyoto Line
Telephone: 81-75-366-2490
Website: mimaruhotels.com/en/hotel/suites-kyoto-shijo/
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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
