yugen kyoto shijo

4.0 star property
Hotel with a full-service spa, 7-minute walk to Nishiki Market

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Deluxe King 44sqm | Bathroom
Public bath
Executive Triple 51sqm

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
The current price is NZ$335
9 Mar - 10 Mar

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218 Kagiyacho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8057
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Nishiki Market
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Pontocho Alley
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Twin Universal 31sqm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

Standard Twin 34sqm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

Superior Twin 36sqm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

Superior Twin with Sofa bed 36sqm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Deluxe Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

Deluxe King 44sqm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite with Sofa bed 44sqm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Executive Twin with Sofa bed 46sqm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Executive Suite with Sofa bed 47sqm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Executive Triple 51sqm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Large Single Beds

Signature Spa Suite with Sauna 95sqm

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 95 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Sofa Beds

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About the area

Kyoto

At yugen kyoto shijo you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of popular places like Kawaramachi Street and Shijo Street. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and a 24-hour gym. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Shimogyo Ward hotel include Nishiki Market and Pontocho Alley.

What's nearby

  • Kawaramachi Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Shijo Street - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nishiki Market - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pontocho Alley - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Kyoto Kawaramachi Station - 8 min walk
  • Gojo Station - 11 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪麦潤 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪麺屋 猪一 本店 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪京菓子司 幸福堂 老舗 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪하하하 ははは - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bar Kingdom - ‬2 min walk

About this property

yugen kyoto shijo

Hotel with a full-service spa, 7-minute walk to Nishiki Market
Yugen kyoto shijo offers its guests a full-service spa and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Yugen kyoto shijo also features dry cleaning/laundry services and a water dispenser. A complete renovation of yugen kyoto shijo was completed in September 2024.

This 4-star Kyoto hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 58 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 2020
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Yugen kyoto shijo offers 58 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. 50-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a rainfall showerhead, slippers, bidets and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. The spa is equipped with a sauna. Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath. The ryokan bathing area is open from 3:00 PM to midnight.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: JPY 3,520 for adults and JPY 3,520 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Arbrin(アルブラン)
  • Arbrin(アルブラン)

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Full-service spa

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Full-service spa

  • Public bath open from 3:00 PM - midnight
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 2020
  • Renovated entire property - September 2024
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Children's slippers
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately JPY 3520 for adults and from JPY 3520 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Alipay, PayPay, Merpay, R Pay and WeChat Pay
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, cash, mobile payments, Alipay, PayPay, Merpay, R Pay and WeChat Pay.

We should mention

  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a spa on site at yugen kyoto shijo?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at yugen kyoto shijo.

How much does it cost to stay at yugen kyoto shijo?

As of 10 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at yugen kyoto shijo on 9 Mar 2026 start from NZ$335.39, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What makes yugen kyoto shijo a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at yugen kyoto shijo.

Does yugen kyoto shijo serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet breakfast is on offer daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at yugen kyoto shijo?

No, yugen kyoto shijo does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at yugen kyoto shijo?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at yugen kyoto shijo?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at yugen kyoto shijo?

No, pets are not allowed.

yugen kyoto shijo Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 119 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Manpreet

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We stayed at Yukon Kyoto Shijo and booked the Executive Triple (51 sqm) — it was perfect for three friends traveling together. The room was very spacious, with three separate beds and a separate comfortable living area. On arrival, we were pleasantly surprised to find complimentary coffee, tea, cold drinks, and treats. There was plenty of room for luggage, making our stay even more comfortable. Everything was spotlessly clean, and the bathroom and shower were excellent. The hotel even decorated a bed for a birthday before our arrival, which was a wonderful, thoughtful touch provided free of charge. The hotel also features a lovely onsen downstairs, which was often quiet and a relaxing way to end our days. The staff were friendly, helpful, and very responsive both in person and via Hotels.ca before and during our stay. The location was ideal. It was walkable to Kyoto Station as well as to nearby shopping and dining areas. Despite being so central, the hotel was peaceful and quiet, ensuring a great night’s sleep. Overall, Yukon Kyoto Shijo is a great new hotel offering excellent service, spacious and clean rooms, and a perfect location. We would highly recommend it and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fan, Berkeley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, friendly staff gave recommendations for local restaurants. Room and hotel are pristine and very comfortable. Great sauna / public bath area (separate for men vs women) that’s open to 1am. Only minor detractions are small/basic gym equipment where the dumbbells are a bit light, and it’s about 10-15 walk to closest metros which isn’t too far, but also not particularly close either.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at Yugen Kyoto Shijo and it was honestly the best hotel of my entire trip! The hotel is new, super clean, and beautifully designed modern but with a lovely traditional Japanese touch. The location is very central and perfect for exploring Kyoto. The staff were always incredibly kind, attentive, and made sure everything went smoothly during my stay. The room was spacious and comfortable, which is rare in Japan where most hotels have very small rooms. For the price I paid, it was amazing value! I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Kyoto.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent: the staff, the services of the onsen, the location. This is the best hotel I have seen in my life as a professional. Very large room, so beautiful. Exceptional Onsen. A deight. Dr. Daniel jutras
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vijay

Amazing stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chiaki, Vancouver

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a wonderful hotel. The bathroom and the public bath/sauna were especially great. All the staff were very friendly as well.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn, Bothell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Judith

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Extremely clean, spacious room, friendly staff. Very accommodating to English speaking guests. The bath/sauna in the basement were excellent, one of the nicest saunas I’ve been in! It And the women’s locker room had Dyson dryers, which was a plus. We had a deluxe room with large bath that I can’t recommend enough, it felt like having a private onsen. Location is walkable to many eateries, shopping and about a ten minute walk to subway line.i booked the hotel before it opened, which felt like a bit of a gamble but one that very much so paid off! Would be happy to stay here again when in Kyoto l.
Bath in deluxe room
Bath in deluxe room
Deluxe room
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spotless clean and very helpful , kind and polite staff. Great amenities, and great location! We very much enjoyed our stay, and will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ari

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. The room was very nice! Tatami room with a sofa and separate bedroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, Gardena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place is 5-star
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alberto, Oakland

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel, every little detail well thought out
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sefa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Carlos

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Alicia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and newly refurbished property. The rooms are big and it’s very welled located with Kawaramachi street approx. 10 min walk. The spa facilities are fantastic and the gym is well equipped. Unfortunately the service is not quite there yet. I had asked the hotel to contact me regarding a tea ceremony and I was informed that they had no way to contact an international phone number. In the end I was not concerned about the ceremony but more about how they would contact me if there was an emergency as I’ve never come across this issue before. I asked if they were equipped to contact me via WhatsApp and the response was ‘no’. Overall, nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayson

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best hotel we started in on our trip to Japan. The atmosphere is contemporary yet local. Service was top of the line, fast, and consistently polite. We were given water while waiting on our Uber to leave. Also, the tv menu made ordering extra supplies to the room easy. Would be a first choice to come back without question.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harlan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicest hotel we stayed at in Japan. Rooms are classic/ modern. Staff is awesome. Area is very close to the market and trains to get around. Amenities are also great. Would 100 percent stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arshiya

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very welcoming and even held our luggage as we arrived early for Check-in. The public bath was great and the gym satisfactory. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariah, Irvine

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The spa was brilliant - fantastic way to relax after a day of sightseeing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

NORIOKI

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025