What makes it 71% Couple-Friendly: Private rooms with shower/tub combo, microwave for late-night snacks, and easy walks to Kyoto Tower night views suit budget couples; limited on-site leisure.
Kyoto Station: 510m (6 min walk)
Exit the Central Gate and walk east to the hotel.
Gojō Subway Station: 1.0 km (12 min walk)
Subway connects you to Shijo and Gion in under 10 minutes.
Higashi Hongan-ji Temple: 300m (4 min walk)
Historic temple complex with timber halls and gardens.
Tip: Arrive by 8:00 for quieter grounds and morning light.
Kyoto Tower: 310m (4 min walk)
Observation deck with 360° city views.
Tip: Visit at sunset for panoramic skyline photos.
Kyoto Aquarium: 850m (11 min walk)
Modern aquarium showcasing local aquatic life and dolphin shows.
Tip: Check show times on arrival to plan your visit.
Kyoto Railway Museum: 1.3 km (5 min drive)
Interactive exhibits on Japanese rail history.
Tip: Try the train simulator for a hands-on experience.
High-speed Wi-Fi:
Complimentary wired and wireless internet in rooms and public areas.
In-room microwave:
Microwave in every room for quick meals and snacks.
In-room washer/dryer:
Self-service laundry units in each room.
Vending machines:
24-hour access to drinks and snacks.
Japanese-style breakfast:
Available for a fee; inquire at the front desk for pricing.
Elevator access connects the lobby and all guest floors.

Travis M
I have stayed in a couple livemax hotels and this was my favorite. The room, while small, was laid out in a good manner. My room was clean, newly updated, and had no smells. I thought this hotel was a very good value. It is also very convenient to Kyoto station and has food/shopping near. My only critique is the wifi internet was very slow. 2.3Mb/s. Could hardly stream 720p video. Overall though I...
Caitlin C.
It came up in a listing of pet friendly hotels so I booked it but when I came to check in, they said they did not allow cats. I had even contacted them ahead of time. The staff were completely okay with me and my cat being forced to sleep on the street. They would not even refund me. Evil people! This chain floods the pet friendly budget hotel listings, so watch out. I assume they are all dog onl...
Susan Vicente Villarente
Hotel Live Max Kyoto Station is a fantastic hotel, conveniently located a short five-minute walk from the bustling Kyoto Station. The spacious rooms offer a unique Japanese experience with the option of a traditional tatami room. The staff were incredibly helpful and attentive. Its budget-friendly price and ideal location make it my top choice for future Kyoto visits.
Mk 732
Got the Japanese style room with tatami mat for beds. The hotel itself is pretty old and the fixtures inside the room also suggest so. The toilet was quite run down and dirty. The hot water flask was pretty nasty with bits flowing out after I boiled one round of tap water. The hair dryer was dirty as well. Did not dare to use both items. Plus point is the in room washing machine and clothes dryer...
Gary Thomson
this hotel is close to kyoto JR station which makes it easy to get around all over the Kyoto area. The rooms are small but manageable. The bathrooms are also small and would benefit from modernisation. however they are clean. One excellent feature is a washing machine in every room.
Address: 713 Ebisunochō, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8310, Japan
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From Osaka Itami Airport, take the airport limousine bus to Kyoto Station, then walk 510m (6 min) east to the hotel.
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