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HOTEL ARU KYOTO

3.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Kawaramachi Street

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Restaurant
Exterior
HOTEL ARU KYOTO sits in central Kyoto, offering a quiet escape with practical amenities like dry cleaning and in-room WiFi. Previous guests particularly appreciate the attentive staff, convenient luggage storage, and the quality buffet breakfast that starts each day.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is P8,488
P9,337 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14

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Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 19 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Basic Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Kyoto, a neighborhood in Kyoto, HOTEL ARU KYOTO is near a metro station. Nishiki Market and Yasaka Shrine are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Nishikyogoku Athletic Stadium or Kyoto Racecourse.
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48 dikokuchou nakagyouku, Kyoto, kyoto, 604-8031

What's nearby

  • Pontocho Alley - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Nishiki Market - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Shijo Street - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Yasaka Shrine - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 3 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Sanjo Station - 4 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 5 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪麺匠一粒万倍 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪京都ダイニング 正義 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪薬師 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪焼肉処竜宝 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪磯丸水産 三条河原町店 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

HOTEL ARU KYOTO

Hotel near Kawaramachi Street
Close to Pontocho Alley and Nishiki Market, HOTEL ARU KYOTO provides amenities like dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an elevator, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A vending machine, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 55 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and toilets with electronic bidets
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Heating, limited housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: JPY 1,870 for adults and JPY 1,870 for children

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in hallways (39 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Property 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 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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 1870 for adults and JPY 1870 for children

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and outdoor lighting

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

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Frequently asked questions

Is HOTEL ARU KYOTO pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at HOTEL ARU KYOTO?

As of Oct 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HOTEL ARU KYOTO on Oct 13, 2025 start from P 8,487.89, excluding 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.

How much is parking at HOTEL ARU KYOTO?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at HOTEL ARU KYOTO?

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

What time is check-out at HOTEL ARU KYOTO?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is HOTEL ARU KYOTO located?

Located in Downtown Kyoto, this hotel is steps from Kiyamachi Street, Kawaramachi Street, and Pontocho Alley. Shijo Street and Nishiki Market are also within 10 minutes. Sanjo Keihan Station and Sanjo Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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HOTEL ARU KYOTO Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 148 out of 198 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 198 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 198 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 198 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 198 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a convenient walking distance (2.5 km) to both Kiyomizu-dera and Nanzen-ji. It was very close to a lot of great restaurants and activities. The hotel was perfectly clean and their baths are very relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lianxiang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staying
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michaele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and the staff were super friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

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

Good location and value for money.

Hotel in great area, good for trains and evenings out, close to Gion.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chi Ho

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is very convenient, with shoping area The room is exceptionally clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
This hotel was great for the location and decent amount of space in the room for luggage!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Lovely hotel in perfect location

Lovely hotel in perfect location. Good breakfast and a discount at bar. Staff were really welcoming and kind.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, close to the subway and very safe
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stella

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing, zero complaints!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Julio

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Aru Kyoto is a good choice
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff and cozy rooms Excellent location, walkable with different restaurants to choose from Recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dienyffer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is located in a nice convenient area of kyoto qith shopping and dining options. And close enough to walk to Gion.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay! Amazing bathroom and shower! Everything great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s good to stay in the property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

An

Liked: Cleanliness
big room, nice and clean too.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karanjit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Couldnt have had a better experience here. Perfect location for nightlife and dining
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value; well mantained and very affordable without losing the cleanliness factor.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place and location!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Aru is extremely well located, is very quiet, and has a lovely ambience and decor. The Japanese breakfast was excellent. We also found our room to be quite large by Japanese standards. We loved our stay there and would highly recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vasilisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was very nice. Hotel itself doesn’t have very many amenities but it’s close to the heart of Kyoto.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea Issanagui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good value, very good area
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked the property. Very nice bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for all we wanted to do
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Had a corner room. Beautiful tinted windows on two walls. Best bathroom we encountered in our entire Japan stay. A bathtub with a skyline view! Terrific location with a huge array of food and shopping options steps from the hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025