Rakuro Kyoto

3.0 star property
Hotel with a rooftop terrace, near Kyoto Imperial Palace

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Lounge
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lounge
Lounge
Property entrance

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Showing 18 of 18 rooms

Standard Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Queen with Japanese-style

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Moderate with Japanese-style (Adjoining Private Bathroom)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
Shower/tub combination
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Futons

Standard Twin

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Moderate Large with Japanese-style

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Futons

Moderate

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Futon

Junior Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

Superior with Japanese-style

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Futons and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Superior with Japanese-style (Adjoining Private Bathroom)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
Shower/tub combination
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Futons and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Superior with Japanese-style

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 3 Twin Futons

Moderate Large With Japanese-style

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Futons and 1 Queen Bed

Standard Queen With Japanese-Style

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

Superior with Japanese-style (Adjoining Private Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 3 Twin Futons

Moderate Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Futon and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Moderate with Japanese-style (Adjoining Private Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

Standard Twin

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
186 Joshinyoko-cho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 604-0867

What's nearby

  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Nijō Castle - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Nishiki Market - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Heian Shrine - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 6 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Marutamachi Station - 1 min walk
  • Jingu-marutamachi Station - 16 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪マクドナルド - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪すき家 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪noku cafe by MAEDA'S COFFEE - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪丸太町十二段家 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪BI AN CA KYOTO - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Rakuro Kyoto

Hotel near Kyoto Imperial Palace
Located close to Nijō Castle and Heian Shrine, Rakuro Kyoto provides a rooftop terrace, laundry facilities, and a bar. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), an elevator, and a vending machine
  • A TV in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 56 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Deep soaking tubs, toilets with electronic bidets, and free toiletries
  • Refrigerators, heating, and housekeeping

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: JPY 2,500 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 5 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: JPY 2200
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: JPY 2200

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Meals are not included in the Breakfast rate for children whose stay is included in the rate.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. 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.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately JPY 2500 per person
  • Early check-in fee: JPY 2200 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: JPY 2200 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Rakuro Kyoto pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Rakuro Kyoto?

Rakuro Kyoto doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Rakuro Kyoto?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of JPY 2200 (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Rakuro Kyoto?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for JPY 2200 (subject to availability).

Where is Rakuro Kyoto located?

Located in Downtown Kyoto, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kyoto Imperial Palace and Nijō Castle. Heian Shrine and Sanjusangen-do Temple are also within 3 mi (5 km). Marutamachi Station is only a 2-minute walk and Karasuma Oike Station is 10 minutes.

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Rakuro Kyoto Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 343 out of 499 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 127 out of 499 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 499 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 499 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 499 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

SINAVY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the relaxing guest lounge!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was so clean and the staff was super friendly and very helpful. The guest lounge was a very peaceful place to relax and unwind after a busy day. As a bonus the entire hotel smells amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Maryam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at Rakuro Kyoto! Cozy rooms, friendly staff, and a great location for exploring Kyoto.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Novelty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the lounge area. Just across Kyoto Imperial Palace. Near public transports.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reinette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We love the luggage storage service and the overall look of the place! So nice! We enjoyed our stay a lot and the staff we
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manraj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was so clean and luxurious in this property. My family and I really enjoyed our time here and felt refreshed.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great traditional Japanese accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Orsolya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect - thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arutyun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not much to do around the area. But hotel was beautiful and staff was extraordinary!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great, staff were very helpful and nice. Bidet didn’t work, laundry units took forever to dry. Lounge area and rooftop were good common areas.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean and modern hotel in a convenient location with friendly service. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place with convenient public transport connections, terrific staff, great coffee. Really great rooms, awesome bath, and a very slick ground level lounge/drinks area where they make house fragrances. Super impressed with this stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel, the adjoining bathroom with a small square bathtub was also a beautiful addition. Many thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

georgina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property, beautiful ground floor room with a botanical theme available for guests. water and teas available free of charge.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay in Kyoto
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lois

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We LOVED Rakuro Kyoto and would come stay here again! The staff was so nice and helped me book a breakfast while I was there, and were just lovely people. The room was great, and felt slightly bigger than other Japanese hotel rooms. The amenities at this hotel were so nice, and made coming back to the hotel something we looked forward to instead of just being someplace to sleep at night. The location is great, around the corner from a subway stop, right on the main road for the busses, and next to a great park.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delsy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the best customer service in this place, amenities are great and the Japanese breakfast was beautiful and delicious. The only thing i didn't like was the mattress, it was uncomfortable and stained, wich was weird because everything else un the hotel looked new
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for three nights. Staff were not rude, but not friendly either. The room was more spacious than others in Japan and the shower included a bathtub. The lounge was very nice and relaxing. It's a stone's throw from Kyoto Gyoen National Gardens and Nijo-jo Castle, which was nice. As a minus, there were cobwebs on the ceiling and they clearly don't clean under or on the side of the bed. Additionally, the washing machine has detergent included and it smelled really strange/not clean. It took me a while to get the smell out of our clothes.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex Skander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is charming and intimate, with a welcoming and efficient front desk staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I never share reviews, but this hotel really deserves one! It was a great experience all around!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and close to the imperial palace. The cafe, roof terrace and hotel lounge were stand outs. Slightly unusual layout with bathroom but worked out well with the family.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Traditional Japanese room comfortable for our family of 4. Close to subway and to Nijo Castle.

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely Stay!

I loved our stay in Kyoto. This hotel is close to two bus stops and a subway stop. The restaurant downstairs is also lovely. The laundry on-site is also a huge win. The only thing that we didn’t enjoy was the lack of wifi. The service was spotty at best.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024