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Kyoto Tower Hotel (solo trip)

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How Solo-Friendly is Kyoto Tower Hotel?

84%Solo-Friendly
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What makes it 84% Solo-Friendly: 24-hour front desk, keycard security, free Wi-Fi and desk, luggage storage, and Kyoto Station 250 m away give solos safe access to trains, buses, and plentiful eateries all day.

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Reviews3.8/ 5
(from 1,569 reviews)

Good match for:

  • Rail and Shinkansen Travelers: 250m from Kyoto Station for direct JR and Shinkansen access.
  • Solo Relaxation: Enjoy the on-site bathhouse and observation deck for private downtime.
  • First-Time Sightseers: Walk to iconic landmarks like Kyoto Tower and temples within minutes.

Things to keep in mind:

  • Nightlife Seekers: Kyoto Station area has limited late-night bars and clubs.
  • Resort-Style Vacationers: Lacks pool and resort amenities outside the city center.
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What is so special about Kyoto Tower Hotel for solo trip?

  1. Steps from Kyoto Station and JR lines for easy travel.
  2. On-site bathhouse and observation deck for solo downtime.
  3. Complimentary Wi-Fi and amenity bar for planning your day.
  4. Short walks to historic temples and the aquarium.

Transport & Nearby Access

Kyoto Station: 250m (3 min walk)

Access JR lines, Shinkansen and local subway.

Metro: Kyoto: 240m (3 min walk)

Karasuma Line subway for downtown and Umeda.

Solo-Friendly Activities around Kyoto Tower Hotel

Kyoto Tower: <100m (1 min walk)

131m tower with an observation deck offering 360° city views.

Tip: Combine deck visit with a meal at the rooftop bar.

Higashi Honganji Temple: 400m (5 min walk)

Historic temple with expansive grounds and wooden architecture.

Tip: Attend the morning chanting session for a serene visit.

Kyoto Aquarium: 1.0 km (13 min walk)

River ecosystem tanks and daily dolphin shows.

Tip: Buy tickets in advance online to skip the line.

Map of Kyoto Tower Hotel

Address: Japan, 〒600-8216 Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward, Higashishiokōjichō, 721−1 京都タワービル 5階 - 9階

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How to get to Kyoto Tower Hotel:

Take JR Haruka Express from Kansai International Airport to Kyoto Station (75 mins), then walk 250m (3 min walk) to the hotel.

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Solo-Friendly Hotel Facilities

Free facilities in Kyoto Tower Hotel:

Free Wi-Fi:

Unlimited wireless internet in rooms and public areas.

Amenity Bar:

Self-service coffee, tea and toiletries in the 8th-floor lounge.

Baggage Storage:

Store luggage at no extra cost before check-in or after check-out.

Paid or on request with possible fees:

Public Bath 'YUU':

Relax solo in hot pools; ¥770 weekdays, ¥910 weekends.

Observation Deck:

Enjoy panoramic views at 100m height; entry ¥800.

Tower Terrace Restaurant:

Sample Kyoto-style buffet dishes and desserts; breakfast from ¥2,200, dinner from ¥4,000.

Accessibility at Kyoto Tower Hotel:

Step-free main entrance and elevators to all floors; wheelchairs available at front desk.

Maximizing Your Stay Experience

  1. Use the public bath early: Visit the bathhouse before 16:00 to avoid evening crowds.
  2. Grab amenities on floor 8: Pick up free coffee and toiletries at the 8th-floor lounge when you arrive.
  3. Book workshops in advance: Reserve wagashi or pottery sessions online to secure your spot.

Reviews of Kyoto Tower Hotel (Kyoto)

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Ove Q

Ove Q

Jul 2025

Perfect location in Kyoto. The reception is on the 8th floor. Big rooms, good ac, and a lot of restaurants and shops nearby.

Louis T

Louis T

Jun 2025

We stayed here to explore Kyoto. It was a pleasant stay; we arrived early with our baggage, so they kept it for us while we went out to explore. Check-in was smooth, and all the staff were very nice and friendly. Our room was spacious, with a lounge next to the window. The breakfast buffet had a good selection to start the day, and it was very western-friendly as well. A plus is that they gave us ...

M. Rande Ritz

M. Rande Ritz

May 2025

Nice place. Right next to the train station, good rooms, great breakfast, and fantastic service. The front desk clerk, Seiji Ibi, was extremely helpful in helping me find my wallet, which I left on the bullet train. I would stay here again if in Kyoto

SY Peh

SY Peh

May 2025

I had a wonderful stay at Kyoto Tower Hotel during my recent trip to Japan. One of the biggest advantages of this hotel is its unbeatable location—right across from Kyoto Station. It made getting around the city incredibly convenient, especially for a tourist like me relying on trains and buses to explore Kyoto’s many attractions. What truly stood out, however, was the hotel’s exceptional custome...

Helen Newman

Helen Newman

Oct 2024

This hotel is dated, tired, unclean, with a definite need of renovation The room we had showed sign of Water damage with stains on the walls and ceiling. The room furniture was tired and worn. The bathroom tiles were very mouldy. The breakfast on offer was not part of the booking & extremely expensive at 5500yen pp. We did not accept and shopped locally. The location is opposite Kyoto station an...

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Check-in & Check-out

Check-in time:3:00pm
Check-out time:12:00pm

Website

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Phone Number

+81 75-361-7261

Average price

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