Rakuro Kyoto

Superior with Japanese-style (Adjoining Private Bathroom) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Daily full breakfast (JPY 1980 per person)

Moderate | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Moderate with Japanese-style (Adjoining Private Bathroom) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior with Japanese-style | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

About this hotel

Situated in Kyoto, this attractive hotel for $193 per night is a fantastic option for your next vacation. Comfortable hotel near Kyoto Imperial Palace A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a rooftop terrace are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and laundry facilities are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request. Rakuro Kyoto offers 56 air-conditioned accommodations with slippers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs, bidets, toilets with an electronic bidet, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen / Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Laundry

Map of Kyoto

Nearby attractions

Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan

Kyoto National Museum

2.06 miles

Rakuro Kyoto

4.6

Outstanding(379 Reviews)

Hotel in Kyoto

3-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

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About this hotel

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen / Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Laundry

Map of Kyoto

Nearby attractions

Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan

Kyoto National Museum

2.06 miles

Reviews

4.6/5.0

Outstanding(379 Reviews)

2.0

Apr 2024

My main issue was that the images of the hotel online felt misleading and therefore the rooms were disappointing. Neither my room or the rooms booked by my family members looked like the advertised images. Rooms were very small with little space for baggage. All rooms had dark/black carpets, and no wood floors as in the images. My family members paid for a traditional Japanese style room but their room did not differ from my standard room at all. This said, they werent bad rooms and wouldn't have been a problem with them if the online images had been more reflective of what the rooms looked like in person. The only other issue was that there were no reception staff at night. Otherwise the hotel staff were great, the breakfast was good and bathroom area of the hotel room was nice.

5.0

Apr 2024

everything was very clean and tidy. lovely hotel

4.0

Apr 2024

Our stay was overall great; the room was slightly bigger than expected, especially the toilette. We loved the bed and the room set up! Just a bit disappointed about the western breakfast but definitely a place we would go back

3.0

Jan 2024

this is the third time I stayed at Rakuro, the location is just perfect, abit away from the busy, but very easy accessible ( just 2 station to Shijo) and 20 mins taxi take off from Kyoto station to the hotel. The environment, taste and style is modern and clean. the concept about plants echoes with the room as well. also hv self laundry service.

8.0

Dec 2023

Generally a pleasent stay at Rakuro. Service staff was very helpful in helping to call clinics, hospitals and even drug stores when my son was feeling unwell. Thumbs up for that. Location was fantastic too. Buses that goes to the tourist attractions, train station was just 2mins walk away and walking distance to a local supermarket, combinis and eateries.

10.0

Dec 2023

RAKURO offers a unique reformed traditional Japanese tatami-style rooms by raising the sleeping area higher. The room is spacious and impeccable. Separating the bathroom from the bedroom is also rarely seen. The hotel’s lounge is its highlight that offers herbal tea, sofas and a round-shaped window to see the outside alley. RAKURO’s architectural style embodies the vibes of Kyoto - a perfect blending of the modern minimalism and the traditional Japanese. It’s also conveniently located with the imperial garden across the street and a subway station just by the corner.

6.0

Dec 2023

The facilities and staff at the hotel were great. However, the in room WiFi signal was weak during our stay and there were sticky brown stains all over the carpet in our room. The property and room were also very hot and stuffy and we could not adjust the thermostat. Had to keep the windows open.

8.0

Dec 2023

We enjoyed our stay at Rakuro Kyoto. It was quiet and peaceful and had a very nice vibe. The rooms were on the smaller side, but had great amenities. The bathroom was clean and modern, but we hadn’t realised that we had booked a room with a private bathroom external to the room itself - that took a bit of getting used to, but was really fine. The hotel has a very beautiful guest lounge and botanical lab which was the highlight of our stay.

5.0

Nov 2023

The staff were amazing and the rooms were bigger in Japanese standards. It's conveniently located near train and bus stop. It is 3 min walk to the nearest train station and within walking distance to Imperial palace garden and Nijo Castle.

5.0

Nov 2023

An incredible design with an unbeatable location

2.0

Nov 2023

The lobby, cafe, and guest lounge are all very aesthetically pleasing. However, the rooms are definitely more function over form. Beware of the rooms and the sizing to make sure you know what you are in for - the standard rooms are incredibly tiny and you can’t reasonably access your check-in sized suitcase without causing a trip hazard. Though the train station is conveniently steps away, there’s not much within walking distance that is on a typical top rated list or popular with tourists. The biggest turn offs were the cleanliness and comfort. Expect very firm beds, low quality beaded pillows, and stain riddled carpeting and upholstery.

5.0

Nov 2023

The "Botanical Lab" guest lounge was a beautiful, comfortable, and peaceful place to hang out with a book, laptop, or drink from the onsite fawn. cafe.

5.0

Nov 2023

Such an amazing service from the staff. The place is beautiful and stylish, I enjoyed the environmental friendly options and their thoughtfulness! I forgot something at hotel after checking out and asked them if they could ship it to my hotel in Tokyo. They kindly helped me and I was able to get the item in one day!! Such amazing service , again!

4.0

Oct 2023

Hotel in great location. Hotel a little dingy.. like the rugs need to be deep cleaned as they are quite stained and walls washed… bathroom great. Make sure you get one in your room.. they have private bathroom for you but you must leave your room with your key to use it. Friendly staff. Skip the breakfast and head to School bus bakery and cafe down the street.

2.0

Oct 2023

We stayed in the Japanese superior room, with adjoining private bathroom. Good room size. And a nice bathroom and lovely, large shower. A quiet hotel. You could choose between Western or Japanese breakfast. It got a bit boring with the same breakfast each day in the end (we stayed for 4 nights). It was nearby the subway so that was nice. For extra amenities we had to take what we wanted from the 1st floor - an environmental plus.

3.0

Oct 2023

Small cozy Well designed hotel near metro with polite staff. Great coffee.

4.0

Oct 2023

Nice stay at Rakuro Kyoto. The hotel has a nice design. But the location isn’t as close to the most exciting sights in the city. Luckily subway and bus stops are within walking distance. Breakfast was good but they only have the same 2 options and we stayed for 4 days so had to repeat quite a bit. Coffee surprisingly not included and they can’t charge to the room so you have to pay immediately every time. Wifi goes from OK to average. Staff was nice and willing to help.

4.0

Oct 2023

Small room but more than enough for a couple of nights. The coffee in the cafe (ground floor (fawn)) tastes wonderful. Bus and subway station is close by.

5.0

Sep 2023

The lounge and cafe on the ground floor are impeccably designed. So cool and still comfy

5.0

Sep 2023

A beautifully designed hotel - the attention to detail in the interiors is lovely and the nightwear they provide great - I wish we could have bought some to take home! The room we had was very spacious and had a comfortable seating area which was appreciated after long days out. The coffee and breakfast were delicious though perhaps a little more variety would have been nice. The Japanese breakfast was stand out.

5.0

Sep 2023

Excellent amenities and great rooftop views.

5.0

Sep 2023

Large rooms, modern design, quiet place. Loved it!

3.0

Jul 2023

Average

3.0

Jul 2023

Reception helped me a lot to organize my stay- I really appreciate it. I accidently booked a wrong date and panicked, she was an angel . I can’t remember her name, but she worked during the day on Wed(19th July). If someone sees this please send her my sincere appreciation

2.0

Jul 2023

This is not a hotel, better call it hostel, all by your own and need to check out by 10am

5.0

Jul 2023

Immaculate! This property was pristine and fashionably furnished. The downstairs cafe (good lattes) and guest lounge were welcome spaces to sit outside of the room. The staff were professional, friendly, helpful and courteous. The laundry facilities were useful. This hotel was better than our expectations. The room could have been improved by having better wardrobe space and extra hooks. A wonderful experience and I highly recommend this hotel.

3.0

Jun 2023

Beautiful hotel with friendly staff, nice rooms (we had the japanese style rooms) and very close to central bus/subway lines. Family mart and ramen shops on the same block. Vending machines and coin laundry is available at the hotel.

5.0

Jun 2023

Excelente Hotel, great location. 3min walk to Local Subway .

4.0

Jun 2023

Good

5.0

Jun 2023

This hotel is conveniently located near train station and bus stops. Easy access to tourist attractions. Many convenience stores around the area. The hotel is very comfortable and the staffs are super friendly. I wish though that the hotel would provide coffee, not just tea. Overall, we are super happy with the hotel.

5.0

Jun 2023

Great, centrally located property next to the emperors palace in Kyoto. Decent dining options. Hotel staff was very friendly and accommodating. The modern Japanese room was comfortable and clean.

5.0

May 2023

The room are a little small for american standards and are very sober. Otherwise, it was clean and comfortable. Personnel was nice and spoke a décent english. Is at a walking distance from the Nijo castle. It is also juste beside the metro station that goes directly to the Kyoto train station and is very practical for exploring.

5.0

Apr 2023

Great hotel.

5.0

Apr 2023

Amazing staff and hotel. 10/10 Stars. Just amazing.

4.0

Apr 2023

It appears to be common practice in Japan to charge hourly for late checkout. I was disappointed that after a 4-night stay, they couldn’t/ wouldn’t allow me an extra 2 hours. My room was spacious but there were a few stains on the carpet. Unusual layout with the separate bathroom that cannot be locked except from the inside, so I didn’t leave any valuables in the bathroom. Lastly, expect to pay for some things w/ cash and others with a card. I couldn’t charge breakfast or coffee to my room.

5.0

Apr 2023

Gorgeous hotel, large well appointed room. So friendly. We loved it.

4.0

Apr 2023

Great location and cozy room. Our bathroom was separate from our room, but nice size with a nice shower.

5.0

Feb 2023

Absolutely wonderful hotel. The bath in the room was exceptional. We also loved the shared space.

3.0

Jan 2023

What a lovely little hotel. Our family of 4 from Australia loved everything about this place. Great location, really nice groovy vibe, super clean & very comfortable.

4.0

Nov 2021

Spacious, you can find the enough space for large suitcases even if you stay at simple twin room, which is sometimes hard to find in Japanese hotels.

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Kyoto?

The average price for a rental in Kyoto is $97 per night. This rental is $96 above the average.

Is parking included with this hotel?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Rakuro Kyoto. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hotel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hotel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Rakuro Kyoto pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Rakuro Kyoto?

We found 5 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, laundry, and tv.

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Rakuro Kyoto

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Kyoto

Nearby attractions

Rakuro Kyoto

Hotel in Kyoto

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Kyoto

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Kyoto?

Is parking included with this hotel?

Is there a pool at this hotel?

Is Rakuro Kyoto pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Rakuro Kyoto?

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