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The Palace Side Hotel

3.0 star property
Comfortable hotel near Kyoto Imperial Palace
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The Palace Side Hotel

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Exterior
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; garden views
Property grounds
Double Room, Non Smoking
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; garden views

Overview of The Palace Side Hotel

7.6

Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Karasuma Shimodachiuri Agaru, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 602-8011
  • Popular LocationKyoto Imperial Palace5 min walk
  • Popular LocationNijō Castle3 min drive
  • Popular LocationNishiki Market3 min drive
  • AirportKobe (UKB)101 min drive
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Room options

Double Room, Non Smoking

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room, Non Smoking

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

Single Room, Non Smoking (90cm Bed)

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Single Room, Non Smoking (140cm Bed)

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed

Twin Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

About the area

Kyoto

The Palace Side Hotel is located in Central Kyoto, a neighbourhood in Kyoto, and is near a metro station. Kawaramachi Street and Nishiki Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Biwa. Kyoto Municipal Zoo and Funaoka Thermal Bath are also worth visiting.

What's nearby

  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 5 min walk
  • Nijō Castle - 3 min drive
  • Nishiki Market - 3 min drive
  • Kyoto University - 4 min drive
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Marutamachi Station - 5 min walk
  • Jingu-marutamachi Station - 18 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • マクドナルド - 4 min walk
  • すき家 - 5 min walk
  • 満る市 - 6 min walk
  • 丸太町十二段家 - 5 min walk
  • カフェキッチンバー ツナグ 御所南店 - 5 min walk

About this property

The Palace Side Hotel

Hotel located in Central Kyoto
Consider a stay at The Palace Side Hotel and take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar and conference space. The on-site restaurant, Fermata, features garden views. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and self-parking (surcharge)
  • Smoke-free property, massage treatment rooms and a TV in reception
  • A front desk safe, a lift and meeting rooms
Room features
All 120 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Down duvets and cots/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with bidets and shower/bath combinations
  • 19-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Fridges, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (JPY 1,400 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7 AM–10 AM for a fee: JPY 1,100 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Fermata

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,281 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 6 floors
  • Building
  • Built in 1967
  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers

Entertainment

  • 19-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are available for JPY 1200 per night

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll 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 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 buffet breakfast: from approximately JPY 1100 per person
  • Self-parking fee: JPY 1400 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: JPY 1200 per night

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

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Palace Side Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Palace Side Hotel?

Self-parking is available for JPY 1400 per night.

What time is check-in at The Palace Side Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

What time is check-out at The Palace Side Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Palace Side Hotel located?

Located in Central Kyoto, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Kyoto Imperial Palace, Kawaramachi Street and Nishiki Market. Nijō Castle and Kyoto University are also within 2 miles (3 km). Marutamachi Station is only a 5-minute walk and Imadegawa Station is 13 minutes.

The Palace Side Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 483 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 231 out of 483 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 483 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 483 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 483 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great spot in Kyoto
Great hotel with excellent service. Definitely dated decor but that’s part of its charm. Bikes for rent and excellent location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay elsewhere.
This hotel is outdated and requires renovation. Our room was not clean and the tray that held glasses looked as if it had cigarette ashes on it. The tables and sideboard were dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good for westerners and had crib
Great spot for western travelers! Although we had 2 twin beds they were comfortable, especially compared to other hotels we’ve stayed at. They were able to supply a baby crib which was a hard to find elsewhere. We could adjust the thermostat which was also nice. The bathroom is small but not as small as other places. Wouldn’t recommend the hotel breakfast but it’s a short walk to fantastic French bakeries (Shinshindo is awesome). Subway and bus stops we’re nearby which made getting around easy. Overall would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good value
All the basics are taken care of in a good location at a reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

carpark is Y1200 per night, published rate different, say cannot accept, must pay Y1200 for carpark, next door is an overnight park of Y400
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Well situated next to the Imperial Palace, and display of art in lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Alex, Washington, DC

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very convenient location next to excellent cafe “Time-doh” and in between Karasuma and Marutamachi subway stations, convenience stores, restaurants. Very nice and helpful front desk staff. Rooms and bath are basic but just what is needed. Overall convenient and good price. I would stay there again because it is close to where I need to be at a very affordable nightly rate.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel is in a great area with easy access to the Imperial Palace grounds, as well as other daily needs like groceries. Very pleasurable stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
The palace entrance is right across the road. It was very convenient. The staff told us where to see a festival and how to get there. They were very pleasant. It is a nice hotel for such a low price.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018