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Quadruple Room, Non Smoking
4 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 4 guests
(up to 3 children)
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Triple Room, Non Smoking
40 square metres
3 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 3 guests
(up to 3 children)
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Semi-Double Room, Non Smoking (120cm bed, 2 guests only)
14 square metres
1 Large Twin Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
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Twin Room, Non Smoking
17 square metres
2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 2 children)
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Double Room, Non Smoking
17 square metres
1 Double Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Single Room, Non Smoking
14 square metres
1 Twin Bed
Room sleeps 1 guest
(up to 1 child)
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Get an overview of this hotel
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near Nijō Castle

Popular property highlights

Free WiFi
Laundry facilities
Smoke-free property
24-hour front desk

A stay at Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo places you in the heart of Kyoto, within a 5-minute drive of Nijō Castle and Gion Corner. This hotel is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Kyoto Tower and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from To-ji Temple.

Make yourself at home in one of the 140 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads.

Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a reception hall, and a vending machine.

Enjoy a satisfying meal at 2F朝食会場 serving guests of Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk.

Languages spoken

  • English

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Hotel Amenities

Hotel Amenities

  • Lift
  • Total number of rooms - 140
  • Number of floors - 8
  • Number of buildings/towers - 10
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Smoke-free property
  • Free WiFi
  • Year Built – 1990
  • Luggage storage
  • Reception hall
  • Vending machine
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Wheelchair accessible: No

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Japanese

Room Amenities

Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo offers 140 air-conditioned accommodations with bathrobes and slippers. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 26-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Kyoto hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered weekly and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

  • Air conditioning
  • Television
  • Fridge
  • Phone
  • Private bathroom
  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Desk
  • Premium bedding
  • Pay films
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Bidet
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Slippers
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Digital TV service
  • Flat-panel TV
  • HDTV
  • Free WiFi
  • Down comforter
  • TV size 26
  • TV size (measurement) inch
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Weekly housekeeping provided
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Towels provided
  • Linens provided
  • Number of bathrooms: 1
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided

Where to Eat

Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7 AM and 10 AM.

2F朝食会場 - This restaurant specializes in Japanese cuisine and serves breakfast only.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM

Minimum check-in age is: 19

Check-in time ends at midnight

Check-out

Check-out time is 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets not allowed

You need to know

Housekeeping service is provided every 4 days.

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

No cots (infant beds) available

Children stay free

One child stays free

UnionPay

Debit cards not accepted

Staffed front desk

Smoke detector

LGBTQIA friendly

Children stay free - maximum age 5

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Staff wear personal protective equipment

Protective clothing is not available for guests

Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas

Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser

Social distancing measures are in place

Contactless check-in is not available

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

Individually wrapped food options are not available

No gap period between guests' stays

Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly

Temperature checks are available to guests

Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Contactless check-out is not available

Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association

Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning

Cashless transactions are available

Masks are compulsory at the property

Reservation is not required for facilities on site

Mobile key entry is not available

Food service has been amended for enhanced safety

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 200-1,000 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 1200 for adults and JPY 1200 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Hotel Names

  • Hotel Oaks Kyoto
  • Hotel Oaks Kyoto Shijo
  • Hotel Oaks Shijo
  • Oaks Hotel Kyoto
  • Oaks Kyoto Shijo
  • Oaks Kyoto Shijo Hotel
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  • Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo
  • Smile Kyoto-shijo
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We should mention

One child 5 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

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.

In accordance with national/local laws, air conditioning may be restricted to certain hours from 19 October to 08 April.

Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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