Kaya Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection (solo trip)
How Solo-Friendly is Kaya Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection?
What makes it 85% Solo-Friendly: 24-hour front desk and security staff give peace of mind. Free Wi-Fi, lounge drinks, and gym support comfort. Marutamachi metro and Nijo Castle steps away for easy solo touring.
Good match for:
- History Buffs: Just 490m (6-min walk) to Nijo Castle’s Ninomaru Palace for solo exploration.
- Quiet Retreat Seekers: Located on a peaceful residential street yet close to city highlights.
Things to keep in mind:
- Nightlife Lovers: Quiet neighborhood with limited evening entertainment nearby.
- Resort Seekers: No pool or spa facilities on site for swimming or onsen.
What is so special about Kaya Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection for solo trip?
- Walk to Nijo Castle in under 10 minutes.
- Unwind solo in the complimentary guest lounge with local sake.
- Stay connected with fast Wi-Fi and in-room tea set.
- Explore top museums and gardens on foot.
- Work out anytime in the free 24-hour gym.
Transport & Nearby Access
Marutamachi Station: 660m (8 min walk)
Karasuma Line to Kyoto Station in 5 min.
Nijōjō-mae Station: 800m (10 min walk)
Tozai Line connects to eastern Kyoto.
JR Nijo Station: 1.7 km (5 min drive)
Rapid JR lines to Osaka and beyond.
Solo-Friendly Activities around Kaya Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection
Nijō Castle Ninomaru Palace: 490m (6 min walk)
Edo-period palace with sliding-screen art and tatami rooms.
Tip: Arrive before 9:00 AM to avoid crowds.
Kyoto International Manga Museum: 760m (10 min walk)
Extensive manga library and rotating exhibits.
Tip: Bring cash for photocopying pages from archive files.
Kyoto Imperial Palace: 1.1 km (14 min walk)
Former imperial residence surrounded by gardens.
Tip: Join the free guided tour at 1:00 PM daily.
Map of Kaya Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection
Address: 50番 Daimonjichō, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-0071, Japan
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How to get to Kaya Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection:
From Kansai Airport, take the JR Haruka Express to Kyoto Station (approx 75 mins), transfer to Karasuma Line to Marutamachi Station, then walk 660m (8 min walk).
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Solo-Friendly Hotel Facilities
Free facilities in Kaya Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection:
Guest Lounge:
Complimentary coffee, tea and local sake from 3:00–6:00 PM.
Fitness Center:
24-hour gym with cardio machines, weights and mats.
In-room Tea Ritual:
Electric kettle and local green tea set for evening relaxation.
Paid or on request with possible fees:
Night Café KAYA:
Craft cocktails, Japanese whiskies and wines by the glass after 6:30 PM.
Breakfast Buffet at Restaurant KAYA:
Western and Japanese buffet served 7:30–10:30 AM (JPY 2,750).
Accessibility at Kaya Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection:
Step-free main entrance and elevator access to all floors.
Make the Most of Your Stay
- Early Castle Visit: Head to Nijo Castle at opening to explore in quiet before tour buses arrive.
- Maximize Lounge Time: Use the free lounge from 3–6 PM to plan your day or sample local sake.
- Wear the House Dress: Change into your provided yukata for a cultural flair at breakfast.
Reviews of Kaya Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection (Kyoto)
Ryan Hui
It was a really big room with 4 beds and the fridge was stocked with water and apple juice for free. There is also a movie projector in the room with one of the most luxurious showers ever. The service there was amazing and there was even a maid that made all of our beds even with all my junk on it. They also give you wine and champagne at a certain time that you choose which was fantastic. If you...
Matilda Kraft
Such nice rooms, comfortable beds, large bathrooms and super spacious. The hotel had such a nice atmosphere it was amazing!
J M P
We travelled to Japan as a family and for Japanese living experience this hotel was recommended to us. We were excited to read the reviews but were hugely disappointed with our experience here. Location was ok as se travelled by taxis but not convenient for train travel! We had booked two rooms which without any discussion were booked on different floors and we did not have access to the floor ot...
Elvis AY
Location: it is about 10 mins walk to Nijo castle entrance...but it is not near metro stations...the two nearest metro stations are about 10-12 mins walk from the hotel. Taking buses are preferred. Lucky that there is a Fresco supermarket (not a big one though) not too far away from the hotel. Room:The room is spacious for single use...and there are lots of good amenities provided. But I don't rea...
Shin Loo
A scam! Firstly, we booked a room with a sofa bed and upon booking we requested the hotel to set up the sofa bed in our room for our child but they rejected the request. However we booked a king bed room with a sofa bed on the side which specified that 2 adults and 1 child can stay in the room. They told us that we need to pay an extra fee despite their policy that child can stay for free. (Our ch...
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