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Agora Kyoto Karasuma

3.5 star property
Experience serenity in this well-appointed hotel with top-notch amenities just steps from Nishiki Market.

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In the heart of Kyoto, Agora Kyoto Karasuma offers a serene retreat. Enjoy laundry facilities and stay connected with in-room WiFi, while appreciating luggage storage and a front-desk safe for added convenience. Guest reviews rave about the property's first-rate condition.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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View all photos for Superior King, Non Smoking (20 square meters)

Superior King, Non Smoking (20 square meters)

Superior King, Non Smoking (20 square meters)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
Free bottled water
Hulu
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Twin, Non Smoking (20 square meters)

Superior Twin, Non Smoking (20 square meters)

Superior Twin, Non Smoking (20 square meters)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
Free bottled water
Hulu
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Twin, Non Smoking (20 square meters)

Deluxe Twin, Non Smoking (20 square meters)

Deluxe Twin, Non Smoking (20 square meters)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
Free bottled water
Hulu
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe King, Non Smoking (20 square meters)

Deluxe King, Non Smoking (20 square meters)

Deluxe King, Non Smoking (20 square meters)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
Free bottled water
Hulu
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Corner Twin, Non Smoking (25 square meters)

Corner Twin, Non Smoking (25 square meters)

Corner Twin, Non Smoking (25 square meters)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Bidet
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Corner King, Non Smoking (25 square meters)

Corner King, Non Smoking (25 square meters)

Corner King, Non Smoking (25 square meters)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Bidet
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Corner Twin (Universal), Non Smoking (28 square meters)

Corner Twin (Universal), Non Smoking (28 square meters)

Corner Twin (Universal), Non Smoking (28 square meters)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
Free bottled water
Hulu
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Premier Twin, Non Smoking (39 square meters)

Premier Twin, Non Smoking (39 square meters)

Premier Twin, Non Smoking (39 square meters)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Bidet
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds

View all photos for Premier King, Non Smoking (39 square meters)

Premier King, Non Smoking (39 square meters)

Premier King, Non Smoking (39 square meters)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Bidet
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Suite, Non Smoking (64 square meters)

Premier Suite, Non Smoking (64 square meters)

Premier Suite, Non Smoking (64 square meters)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Bidet
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 64 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Shimogyo Ward, a neighbourhood in Kyoto, is home to Agora Kyoto Karasuma. Nishiki Market and Nijō Castle are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Shijo Street and Pontocho Alley. Kyoto Aquarium and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden are also worth visiting. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
Map
701-1 Myodenji-cho Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, 600-8472

What's nearby

  • Springtime in Kyoto's Gion district. #asia #japan #kyoto #gion #sakura #streetphotography #travel
    Shijo Street
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Kyoto_NishikiMarket_6258971_08
    Nishiki Market
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Nijo Castle showing a park, château or palace and heritage architecture
    Nijō Castle
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • 京都市四条河原町交差点の夜の景観。
    Kawaramachi Street
    17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Ponto-cho is a Hanamachi district in Kyoto Japan. There are many geisha houses, traditional tea houses, historical architectures and riverbed style cuisine restaurants.
    Pontocho Alley
    18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Karasuma Station
    5 min walk
  • Gojo Station
    13 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    59 min drive

Restaurants

  • Goodman Roaster
    2 min walk
  • タンメンと餃子 KIBARU
    2 min walk
  • 珈琲の店 雲仙
    1 min walk
  • ハンバーグラボ
    1 min walk
  • エベレストカフェ
    1 min walk

About this property

Agora Kyoto Karasuma

Hotel near Nishiki Market
Close to Kawaramachi Street and Nijō Castle, Agora Kyoto Karasuma provides amenities such as laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Japanese breakfast (surcharge), a lift and smoke-free property
  • Luggage storage, a front desk safe and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the first-rate property condition
Room features
All 140 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bidets, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 43-inch LCD TVs with Netflix, Hulu and streaming services
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, digital channels and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily Japanese breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 2,200 per person

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

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 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for Japanese breakfast: from approximately JPY 2200 per person

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

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

Property is also known as

Agora Kyoto Karasuma Hotel
Agora Kyoto Karasuma Kyoto
Agora Kyoto Karasuma Hotel Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Is Agora Kyoto Karasuma pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Agora Kyoto Karasuma?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Agora Kyoto Karasuma?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Agora Kyoto Karasuma?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Agora Kyoto Karasuma located?

Located in Shimogyo Ward, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Shijo Street and Nishiki Market. Pontocho Alley and Nijō Castle are also within 1 mile (2 km). Gojo Station is 13 minutes by foot and Karasuma Oike Station is 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Agora Kyoto Karasuma Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 262 out of 426 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 112 out of 426 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 426 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 426 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 426 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, convenient location and helpful staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Shalini

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Decent room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Kwun Ho

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and staff was friendly. A bit small but it was cozy and comfortable. Very well functioning.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was small but well designed. The flooring in the toilet room should have been tiled instead of the textile flooring. There were stains in the toilet room floor which could not be cleaned. Otherwise we are very happy with the hotel, front desk staff and especially liked the tea/coffee/juice drinks and bread (breakfast) in the lobby.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and modern, with a convenient location. Although there was a window, it was dark. Since most of the day was spent sightseeing in Kyoto and the area though, this wasn’t a problem. Having breakfast provided was also convenient, with a mix of Asian and western options. Careful with late checkout fees.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Happy, friendly, very polite and helpful team here. Excellent service getting my luggage transfer sorted and getting us a taxi to Kyoto station. Lovely clean hotel. Excellent in every way and can’t fault.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for money hotel. Comfortable and beautifully designed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good location for tourist areas and transport,
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location in quiet nearby neighbourhood to the busy area of Kyoto. Fantastic hotel with everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quoc Thai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and not to far from train station . Very clean and confortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniela

Liked: Amenities
The facilities are beautiful and offer excellent service.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean, great service, super convenient location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, many bus route options to and from core areas like Arashiyama and Gion (1min walk from the hotel onto the main road). Right beside a convenience store. Right across the street from a grocery store. Main Street beside the hotel is one of the main shopping strips that connects Nishiki Market. Be aware no outside food to be eaten in the lobby. Base room includes a wall bench short table and stool where we’d enjoy small meals.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice looking hotel that is conveniently located. free welcome drinks. And free “breakfast” - bread and coffee. Really appreciate all these small little gestures that made a difference
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for staying in middle of Kyoto. Easy access to public transportation. 45 minutes from anything really.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Kyoto stay.

Hotel located in a really good part of Kyoto to get to see everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfortable and the apps on the TV were great for relaxing after a long day out! It was nice to be able to access streaming services on the TV itself.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

OG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice clean and peaceful surrounding stores are very nice even a 24 hour restaurant which is great. This is walkable location. The staff was so kind and the breakfast was great. An amazing part of my trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kin Yu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is new and model but with a traditional feel. Staff is super nice and tried their best to accommodate us. I would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful with absolutely everything. Rooms were great. The location of this Hotel was also very convenient, being close to many historical sites. Loved my stay and hope to come back next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Takahiro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ingvild

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

Super practical!

Great location!! The hotel is super clean and modern! Just overall awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

betty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy and clean, spacious room, walking distance to Shijo and Karasuma stations. Plenty of food choices nearby. Not far from the shopping strips.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Maggie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is convenient. Although pretty sure I overpaid for this hotel. The average price for the Agora chain is $70CAD…
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024