Skip to Main Content.
List your propertySupportTrips

Unlock instant savings with Member Prices

Sign in
Feedback

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, a short walk to Kawaramachi Street

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

Lobby
Public bath
Public bath
Lobby
Restaurant
Located near Kyoto Tower, Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma offers a practical base with thoughtful amenities. Guests enjoy the on-site restaurant, laundry facilities, and free WiFi. The vending machine provides quick snacks, and breakfast starts each morning right.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$68
23 Sept - 24 Sept

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Sept 21 - Sept 22
Check availability for tonight Sept 21 - Sept 22

Tomorrow

Sept 22 - Sept 23
Check availability for tomorrow Sept 22 - Sept 23
Available filters for rooms
Showing 52 of 52 rooms

Twin Room, Smoking (6)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Smoking (5)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Single Room, Non Smoking (2)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Twin Room, Smoking (2)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Non Smoking (4)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Smoking (4)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Smoking (3)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Single Room, Non Smoking (4)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

View all photos for Twin Room, Non Smoking (1)

Twin Room, Non Smoking (1)

Twin Room, Non Smoking (1)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Single Room, Non Smoking (5)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Non Smoking (3)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Smoking (1)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Smoking (2)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

View all photos for Single Room, Non Smoking (1)

Single Room, Non Smoking (1)

Single Room, Non Smoking (1)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Twin Room, Non Smoking (5)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Single Room, Non Smoking (6)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Smoking (6)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Twin Room, Non Smoking (6)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Non Smoking (3)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room, Non Smoking (2)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Single Room, Smoking (4)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Single Room, Smoking (3)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Twin Room, Smoking (1)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Single Room, Smoking (5)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

View all photos for Single Smoking

Free WiFi

Single Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

View all photos for Twin Room-Non Smoking

Free WiFi

Twin Room-Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Twin Room-Smoking

Free WiFi

Twin Room-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Single Room-Non Smoking

Free WiFi

Single Room-Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1

Single Room 5 Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

Twin Room 1 Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Single Room 3 Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

Single Room 4 Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

Single Room 1 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

Twin Room 2 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Twin Room 5 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Single Room 6 Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

Single Room 4 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

Twin Room 5 Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Twin Room 4 Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Twin Room 3 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Twin Room 2 Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Single Room 2 Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

Twin Room 4 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Single Room 6 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

Single Room 5 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

Single Room 3 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

Twin Room 6 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Twin Room 6 Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Twin Room 1 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Single Room 2 Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

Twin Room 3 Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Single Room 1 Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

You may also like

Ad
Front of property

Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma

Downtown Kyoto
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 1,017 reviews
The price is NZ$163
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma
Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!
Sign inSign up, it's free

About the area

Minami Ward, a neighbourhood in Kyoto, is home to Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma. Kawaramachi Street and Shijo Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Biwa and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Kyoto Aquarium and Kyoto Railway Museum are also worth visiting.
Visit our Kyoto travel guideOpens in a new window
Map
26 Higashikujo Aketacho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto, 601-8044

What's nearby

  • Kawaramachi Street - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Nintendo World Headquarters - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kyoto Tower - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Fushimi Inari Shrine - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 5 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Jujo Station - 5 min walk
  • Kyoto Station - 12 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪THE LOWER EAST NINE HOSTEL (LE9) - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Le9 Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪来来亭 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪インド・ネパール料理　ニューアンナプルナ　十条店 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪ドミノ・ピザ - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

Hotel near Kawaramachi Street
Close to Kyoto Tower, Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma provides amenities, such as laundry facilities and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Breakfast (surcharge), a vending machine and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All 424 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily breakfast available 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee
  • A restaurant
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of JPY 1

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 200-10,000 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

  • Hosted evening meal: JPY 1

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 only accepts cash

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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

Kyoto Universalhotel karasuma
Kyoto Universal Karasuma Kyoto
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma Hotel
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma Kyoto
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma Hotel Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Is Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma?

As of 21 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma on 23 Sept 2025 start from NZ$67.94, 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 time is check-in at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma located?

Located in Minami Ward, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Tower. Kiyomizu Temple and Fushimi Inari Shrine are also within 3 miles (5 km). Jujo Station is only a 5-minute walk and Kujo Station is 5 minutes.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Reviews

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma Reviews

7.8

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

7.2

Amenities

7.6

Staff & service

7.4

Eco-friendliness

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 137 out of 548 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 227 out of 548 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 548 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 548 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 548 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zhuofang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great facility with a restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable. Provided breakfast was really good.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katsunori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A large bath made me relax.A free supper and a free breakfast made me stuffed.Hotel mans are polite.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

光

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel provide both breakfast and supper. It's very helpful for me.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Wai Yuen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the complimentary breakfast and dinner
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Zola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free breakfast and dinner was great. It was annoying to have to turn in the key every time I left.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

かなみ

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Balaji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are very small but the facilities makeup for that. You get breakfast included in the price which is a very good deal for the price. There is a Lawson right near the entrance for quick shopping. Kyoto station is a good 20 minutes walk.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Newton

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old property, bad odor, old furniture.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Georgia

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I was very suprised to find that the hotel was open to the elements with no proper roof when you walk in the hallways for your room. Could easily flood on a stormy night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Bobby

The room is very small, think of a cruise ship style room. It did include breakfast and dinner. This place met my budget.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Wendi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All of the staff we encountered were great! The room and bathroom were so small it makes a cruise ship cabin seem big. We knew it would not be roomy ahead and was ok. The beds were really hard though. The bathroom has a high step and to get in the tub was extremely difficult for someone with arthritis. Dinner and breakfast were provided. We both really liked the dinner. Neither of us cared for the breakfast. They both say they end at 9:00, but the staff closes the area 30 minutes early. The area was ok. Not much around it. If you struggle with steps and a hard bed, this is not it. If that’s not an issue for you, it’s a good price! The staff truly were so kind.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Anmol

good
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

USA trio

Great value. Cold rooms because the heater turns off when you leave. Breakfast ends a little early for my liking. Good service except we had three people in our room and two pillows and when i asked for another pillow they said, "no".
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
5 or so min walk to Kujo metro station. Lawson store right next to hotel. Breakfast and dinner included in stay, which we weren’t aware of. Check in was slow and English was limited. Breakfast was ok for the convenience, dinner we only had once during our stay as obviously much better food in Kyoto! Room and bathroom very small and dated decor. No wardrobe or space to put your luggage so was difficult with our 5 night stay. Plenty of washing machines and tumble dryers. Would recommend only for a 1/2 night stay and you are price sensitive.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mitsuhiro

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
食事が無料であること
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
部屋も清潔で、コンビニが隣にあり便利です。しかも２食付いてるなんて信じられない。大浴場も嬉しい😆
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

RYO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
ご飯がおいしかったです
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

MAKOTO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
2食付きでコスパが良かった
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

JUNWEI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
房间小了一点，但是地段不错。提供早晚餐是亮点。
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

akimi

Liked: Staff & service
交通の便の良さ、立地、サービス内容と宿泊金額を考慮するととてもコスパの良いところです。
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

ヤスシ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
独特の作りですが、部屋自体快適に過ごすことが出来ました。 食事付きも嬉しいサービスです。 隣りにローソンもあるし、大変便利です。
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

kenji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
毎回京都にゆく時は安心して泊まれる
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

Expedia's Latest Trends

Hotels

Nazuna Kyoto Nijo-jo
Cross Hotel Kyoto
Hotel Granvia Kyoto
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
nol kyoto sanjo
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Hotel M’s Plus Shijo - Omiya
Kyoto Tokyu Hotel
SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier
Hearton Hotel Kyoto
Hotel Intergate Kyoto Shijo Shinmachi
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto Ekimae PREMIER
Hotel & Spa Lotus – Adults Only
Kyomachiya Ryokan Sakura - Urushitei
Kyoto Granbell Hotel
Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa
TSUGU Kyoto Sanjo by THE SHARE HOTELS
Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion
ANA Crowne Plaza Kyoto by IHG
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
Noku Kyoto
Piece Hostel Sanjo
Hyatt Regency Kyoto
Hotel Gimmond Kyoto
Imu Hotel Kyoto
Kyoto Ryokan The Kinoe
The Millennials Kyoto
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shinmachi Bettei
Hotel Kanra Kyoto