The Pocket Hotel Kyoto Shijokarasuma

City-center hotel, steps from Nishiki Market

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You'll be in a fantastic location at The Pocket Hotel Kyoto Shijokarasuma, just a 5-minute walk from Nishiki Market and Shijo Street. Also, Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley are within just a 10-minute walk. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff and overall property condition. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Karasuma Oike Station is 11 minutes and Shiyakusho-mae Station is 14 minutes.
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Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (6)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Vending machine
  • Luggage storage

Room options

Showing 9 of 9 rooms
A hotel bathroom with multiple shower stalls, a large vanity with mirrors, and a bench.
A small, modern room with a bed, a round wooden table, and a small stool.
A single bed in a small room with a wooden headboard, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a curtain.
A hand holding a card labeled "The Pocket Hotel by Sotetsu" inserting it into a card reader on a door.

Private Single Room with Shared Bathroom

Wonderful
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
A hotel bathroom with multiple shower stalls, a large vanity with mirrors, and a bench.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, a red stool, a black suitcase, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.
A modern bathroom with two sinks, large mirrors, and a window.
A hand holding a card labeled "The Pocket Hotel by Sotetsu" inserting it into a card reader on a door.

Private Hollywood Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Very good
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds
A hotel bathroom with multiple shower stalls, a large vanity with mirrors, and a bench.
A compact hotel room with a bunk bed, a small desk, a bedside table, a mirror, a window with curtains, and an air conditioning unit.
A modern bathroom with two sinks, large mirrors, and a window.
A hand holding a card labeled "The Pocket Hotel by Sotetsu" inserting it into a card reader on a door.

Private Step Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Very good
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds
A hotel bathroom with multiple shower stalls, a large vanity with mirrors, and a bench.
A bunk bed with a headboard, a bedside table, and a wall-mounted shelf.
A bunk bed with a wooden ladder, a door with a sign, and a carpeted floor.
A hand holding a card labeled "The Pocket Hotel by Sotetsu" inserting it into a card reader on a door.

Private Bunk Bed Room with Shared Bathroom

Exceptional
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
A hotel bathroom with multiple shower stalls, a large vanity with mirrors, and a bench.
A small, modern room with a bed, a round wooden table, and a small stool.
A modern bathroom with two sinks, large mirrors, and a window.
A hotel room with a bed, a suitcase, and a person reading a magazine.

[Female Only] Private Single Room with Shared Bathroom

Wonderful
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
A hotel bathroom with multiple shower stalls, a large vanity with mirrors, and a bench.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, a red stool, a black suitcase, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.
A modern bathroom with two sinks, large mirrors, and a window.
A hand holding a card labeled "The Pocket Hotel by Sotetsu" inserting it into a card reader on a door.

[Female Only] Private Hollywood Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds
A hotel bathroom with multiple shower stalls, a large vanity with mirrors, and a bench.
A compact hotel room with a bunk bed, a small desk, a bedside table, a mirror, a window with curtains, and an air conditioning unit.
A modern bathroom with two sinks, large mirrors, and a window.
A hand holding a card labeled "The Pocket Hotel by Sotetsu" inserting it into a card reader on a door.

[Female Only] Private Step Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds
A hotel bathroom with multiple shower stalls, a large vanity with mirrors, and a bench.
A bunk bed with a headboard, a bedside table, and a wall-mounted shelf.
A modern bathroom with two sinks, large mirrors, and a window.
A bunk bed room with a wooden frame, a small desk, and a window with curtains.

[Female Only] Private Bunk Bed Room with Shared Bathroom

Very good
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
A hotel bathroom with multiple shower stalls, a large vanity with mirrors, and a bench.
A room with bunk beds, a purple partition, and a wooden ladder.
A bunk bed with a wooden ladder, a door with a sign, and a carpeted floor.
A hand holding a card labeled "The Pocket Hotel by Sotetsu" inserting it into a card reader on a door.

Private Connecting Bunk Bed Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the area

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474 Setoyacho, Nishikikoji-sagaru, Yanaginobanba-dori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 604-8122

What's nearby

  • Nishiki Market - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Shijo Street - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kawaramachi Street - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Pontocho Alley - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Gion Corner - 16 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 57 min drive
  • Kobe Airport (UKB) - 93 min drive
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 96 min drive
  • Shijo Station - 5 min walk
  • Karasuma Station - 6 min walk
  • Kyoto Kawaramachi Station - 7 min walk
  • Karasuma Oike Station - 11 min walk
  • Shiyakusho-mae Station - 14 min walk
  • Gojo Station - 15 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪一蘭 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪モトイギョーザ - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪四富会館 てしま - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪ドトールコーヒーショップ 京都四条通り北店 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Pocket Hotel Kyoto Shijokarasuma

  • You'll be in a fantastic location at The Pocket Hotel Kyoto Shijokarasuma, just a 5-minute walk from Nishiki Market and Shijo Street. Also, Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley are within just a 10-minute walk. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff and overall property condition. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Karasuma Oike Station is 11 minutes and Shiyakusho-mae Station is 14 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 147 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • The name on the booking must match the name on the passport.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 7:30 AM–10:30 AM

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Slippers

Freshen up

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Housekeeping on request

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • 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.

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 450 for adults and JPY 450 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from April 1 2025 to March 31 2028 (dates subject to change).

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
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 accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

POCKET HOTEL Kyoto-Shijokarasuma
POCKET Kyoto-Shijokarasuma
THE POCKET HOTEL Kyoto Shijokarasuma

Frequently asked questions

Is The Pocket Hotel Kyoto Shijokarasuma currently open?

This property is closed from April 1 2025 to March 31 2028 (dates subject to change).

Does The Pocket Hotel Kyoto Shijokarasuma offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Pocket Hotel Kyoto Shijokarasuma does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Pocket Hotel Kyoto Shijokarasuma?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Pocket Hotel Kyoto Shijokarasuma?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Pocket Hotel Kyoto Shijokarasuma.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Pocket Hotel Kyoto Shijokarasuma?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

What is there to do at The Pocket Hotel Kyoto Shijokarasuma and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Nishiki Market (1-min walk) and Gion Corner (0.8 mi), along with Nijō Castle (1.3 mi) and Kyoto Imperial Palace (1.4 mi).

What's the area around The Pocket Hotel Kyoto Shijokarasuma like?

The Pocket Hotel Kyoto Shijokarasuma is in Downtown Kyoto, a short 5-minute walk from Shijo Station and 7 minutes' walk from Kawaramachi Street.

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The Pocket Hotel Kyoto Shijokarasuma Reviews

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Staff & service

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What guests liked

  • Convenient location with nearby restaurants and shops. (3 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, comfortable room, would stay again
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Great location, close to food and shops and train stations.
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8/10 Very good

Location is very nice
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place! Easy check in and very clean property within walking distance to many things
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10/10 Exceptional

Good place to stay for tourist cheap and nice location for solo trips or with a friend very nice people in the area as well
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and staff

Great location, extremely polite staff, they showed me how to use the facilities, 10/10 would stay here again my next time in Kyoto
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Staff was amazing and lots of ammimnities also
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10/10 Exceptional

Good location.
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was amazing! Clean spaces, amenities offered, privacy was top, everything was great. Would definitely stay here again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything is good, highly recommend this hotel if you do not mind the space.
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10/10 Exceptional

Good value for money. Facilities are very good.
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10/10 Exceptional

it was good clean and comfortable
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10/10 Exceptional

Exactly what we needed to have a comfortable place to sleep and relax in between hikes and walking the city. Shared bathrooms and showers were surprisingly good!
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10/10 Exceptional

Stayed for 4 days and really enjoyed the clean spaces, good amenities like coin laundry amd microwave, and small things like good shampoo and soap in the shower, free to use. It's like a very fancy, very clean hostel where you get your own room.
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10/10 Exceptional

This hotel's location was very useful. And price was very reasonable. Also staff was helped my booking trouble that I'm appreciating to staffs.
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Excellent location

Excellent location. There is not a tablet equipped in the room anymore but still can check shower room vacancy via web.
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Very good hotel. Very clean and they even supplied pyjamas for your stay. Will definitely recommend. 10/10
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10/10 Exceptional

All automated but staff available with a bell. Excellent washing and drying facilities.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean. Amenities like shower was very good.
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location. 10-15 minute walk to Gion and right beside Nishiki Market. Very clean and tidy. Pocket seems a very apt description for the small room but that's all you need when you're out exploring Kyoto all day!
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8/10 Very good

Very convenient to shops, food and places to visit. It's more like a hostel. The room was small but good for just sleeping. SeeThe train station exit was very close to it, but the exit is actually quite far to the platform.
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8/10 Very good

Small room but really clean and tidy. Share bathroom and toliet always has staffs cleaning up , surprisingly totally not messy
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10/10 Exceptional

Walking distance to Nishiki Market literally next to it. And 10 min walk to Fresca supermarket to buy other things like Alcoholic drink.
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8/10 Very good

My second stay here. Great location, good value for money and the hotel is clean. The room is super small (basically just the bed and have many strange rules and fees (new towels you can order only until 10AM,showers are closed after noon, penalty for every 30 mins of late check-out…). But overall good and I would stay again.
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is close to the Nishiki market and with it many food options. The hotel staff were friendly and there was a wall of tourist information (where to go, how to get there and some context for the destination). The keycard could be put in a lanyard provided for safe keeping and loungewear/towels were provided daily. The showers were clean and come with body wash and shampoo only.