REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop

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Garden
Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Front of property
Lobby
REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels in central Kyoto offers a quiet retreat with a serene garden. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, an onsite café, and babysitting services. The hotel's bikes make it easy to explore nearby attractions like Kiyomizu Temple.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is P9,099
P10,009 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28

Room options

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Double Room with Shower Booth, Non smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Toilet with electronic bidet
Hair dryer
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room without Cleaning Service - Non smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Shower Booth Single

  • Sleeps 2

Premier Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Located in Minami Ward, a neighborhood in Kyoto, REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels is near a metro station. Notable landmarks in the area include Kyoto Tower and Kenninji Temple. Kiyomizu Temple and Heian Shrine are two other places to visit that come recommended. Guests appreciate the hotel's convenience to public transportation: Kujo Station is 6 minutes by foot.
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57, Higashikujou Muromachi, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, 601-8001

What's nearby

  • Kyoto Tower - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kawaramachi Street - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Heian Shrine - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 7 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Kyoto Station - 2 min walk
  • Kujo Station - 6 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪和カフェ 京あんじゅ - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪京都生そば もり平 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪CAFFE CIAO PRESSO 京都みやこみち店 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪おそば処 葵 - ‬3 min walk

About this property

REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Kyoto Tower
Located close to Kenninji Temple and Kiyomizu Temple, REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels provides a free daily manager's reception, a terrace, and a shopping mall on site. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).
Other perks include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and self parking (surcharge)
  • A 24-hour front desk, a water dispenser, and an elevator
  • A vending machine, coffee/tea in the lobby, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 124 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with toilets with electronic bidets and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • LED light bulbs, refrigerators, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered self parking on site (JPY 1,500 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 1,400 for adults and JPY 700 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Shopping mall

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Babysitting
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Stroller

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
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 (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

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 1400 for adults and JPY 700 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: JPY 1500 per night (in/out privileges)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, 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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels?

As of Oct 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels on Oct 27, 2025 start from P 9,099.1, 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 REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels?

Self parking is available for JPY 1500 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels located?

This family-friendly Kyoto hotel is located in Minami Ward, within 2 mi (3 km) of Kyoto Tower and Kenninji Temple. Kiyomizu Temple and Kyoto Imperial Palace are also within 3 mi (5 km). Kyoto Station is only a 2-minute walk and Kujo Station is 6 minutes.

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REF Kyoto Hachijoguchi BY Vessel Hotels Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 230 out of 340 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 85 out of 340 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 340 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 340 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 340 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

YOHEI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
朝食のおもてなし感が素晴らしい! 夜のドリンクも、最高でした!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lau

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toshiomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
安いが、部屋がきれいで、朝ごはんにも工夫を凝らしてあって、良かった。
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ada Wing Man

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, less than 10 mins walk to koyto stationn
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natsuko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
初めてシャワーブース部屋を利用しましたが、手洗いとトイレ、シャワー室が別々にあるため、ユニットバスの不都合さが解消されました。施設もきれいで朝食も美味しくいただきました。 ただ、脱衣場がなく、タオルをかける場所もない点に不便さを感じましたが、それ以外はとても快適で、ぜひ、また、利用したいと思いました。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sampson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and the best Buffett
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My 11y/o son and I had a fantastic experience. The staff were welcoming and helpful. Amazing area and convenient to Kyoto Station. Lots of options for eating in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelvin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient, easy to get to station and had laundry in hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

かなこ

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタッフさん一同、親切で気持ち良く接していただけました
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

概ね良いホテル

酷くはないが周りの部屋からの音が少し漏れている 朝食の種類が少し少ない。刺身があるのは好感持てます。 ウエルカムドリンクは種類もあってくつろげますね!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Yuhsin

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

下次還會想入住

飯店早餐真的太棒了,唯一美中不足的是房間真的很小,行李無法打開
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hitomi

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

よかった

駅からも近く、お部屋もコンパクトながら綺麗で過ごしやすかったです チェックアウト後も無料のロッカーがあり荷物を預けられて便利でした
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent . Proche bus de ville gare métro. Petit déjeuner très bien. 30mn à pied pour centre ville( Gion….)
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

YEE WAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
非常之好嘅一間酒店
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas k

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room small but clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Gute Lage

Super Lage. Kleine Zimmer. Guter Service und gutes Frühstück
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gizem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to Kyoto station, the staff was very helpful and kind, delicious and various breakfast. We stayed with a child and could fit in the room. Wonderful stay. You can find everything you need. Totally recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
お部屋がとても素敵でした。
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gaston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay near Tokyo Station
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tomomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
清潔で過ごしやすく、ラウンジが、居心地良かったです
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Staff & service
安心に利用できるホテルと思います!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to Kyoto Station. Pleasant staff and clean facilities. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Hitomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
コンパクトでキレイなお部屋でした。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yadira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved everything about this hotel. Very pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024