Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma (solo trip)
How Solo-Friendly is Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma?
What makes it 86% Solo-Friendly: Single rooms and strong WiFi aid independent stays; a 24-hour front desk and free dinner/breakfast add safety and value; Kujō metro 320 m away connects easily to temples and city sights.
Good match for:
- Budget Solo Explorers: Affordable single rooms with paid breakfast buffet and communal sauna.
- Relaxation Seekers: Unwind in the shared bathhouse and low-temperature sauna after city tours.
Things to keep in mind:
- Free Breakfast Seekers: Breakfast is paid separately at ¥570; not included in the room rate.
- Guests Needing Accessibility Details: Wheelchair-accessible rooms and facilities are not listed; please confirm with the hotel.
What is so special about Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma for solo trip?
- Budget-friendly private rooms from 12 m² with single beds.
- Communal bathhouse and sauna for post-tour relaxation.
- Central spot: 4 min to Kawaramachi Street, 320 m from Kujō Station.
- Free high-speed Wi-Fi and 24-hour front desk service.
Transport & Nearby Access
Kujō Station: 320 m (4 min walk)
Karasuma Line to Kyoto Station for Shinkansen and JR connections.
Kyoto Station: 1.4 km (18 min walk)
Major hub with JR, Kintetsu and Shinkansen lines.
Solo-Friendly Activities around Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma
Kawaramachi Street: 320 m (4 min walk)
Lively shopping and dining avenue lined with cafes, izakayas, and boutiques.
Tip: Visit after sunset for neon-lit street food stalls.
Kamo River: 820 m (10 min walk)
Scenic riverside path popular for walking and picnics.
Tip: Grab a bento and enjoy a riverside sunset picnic.
To-ji Temple: 1.2 km (15 min walk)
Historic Buddhist temple famous for its five-story pagoda.
Tip: Photograph the pagoda framed by cherry blossoms in spring.
Fushimi Inari Taisha: 2.0 km (7 min drive)
Iconic shrine known for its thousand vermilion torii gates.
Tip: Arrive before 8 AM to beat the crowds along the trails.
Solo-Friendly Hotel Facilities
Free facilities in Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma:
High-speed Wi-Fi:
Complimentary internet access in rooms and all public areas.
Communal Bathhouse & Sauna:
Shared bathhouse with low-temperature infrared sauna accessible daily.
Paid or on request with possible fees:
Private Parking:
On-site parking at ¥1,980 per day (first-come, first-served).
Breakfast Buffet:
Japanese and Western buffet available 06:30–08:30 for ¥570 per person.
Make the Most of Your Stay
- Fuel Up Early: Reserve the breakfast buffet when you check in to kick off long sightseeing days.
- Unwind in the Baths: Use the communal bathhouse and sauna mid-afternoon to soothe tired muscles.
- Explore Local Eats: Walk 4 minutes to Kawaramachi Street for late-night ramen or a casual izakaya crawl.
Reviews of Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma
CRAZYOFTHEHERB
This hotel is not like some guidebooks describe, or users review. It’s disappointing. There’s no air conditioning in the hallways after leaving the lobby or elevator. The room door key is not a modern card or chip, but an outdated physical key. The bathroom, combined with the toilet, is extremely cramped. The toilet tank constantly drips water with a loud sound. The small ventilation fan is very n...
Rinkle Sangoi
Worse of a kind. The rooms are very small, we knew that overall the rooms are small in Japan but this hotel was in the different level really small. It doesn't matter if you book for three or two the room feels good for only one. As for the service bad the front desk people are the most rudest I have ever seen. We had booked for three so one would expect to get amenities for three but no. Even pi...
Imogen Hewitt
Bedroom was small, we had a smoking room which smelt of cigs all day and night I assumed there would be better ventilation due to it being a smoking room but no.The mattress that I slept on had a dip in it which hasn’t helped my back but also the mattress and pillows were rock hard. It just overall wasn’t a good experience from the 4pm check in to leaving.
Cihan Kara
When i asked for a free room they said it is full at first. All otels were full due to weekend. We asked for help for a free room maybe in another otel and asked for them to call. They rejected in a rude way. Then they said there is a free room. They asked huge money 3 times expensive nornal one and the rude guy didnt want any passport or id card. He didnt register us to stay in a room. he did no...
James Milton
Apart from a bit of a wait to check in we had a relaxing stay here. The food the serve is great and the staff are friendly and helpful. Clean rooms with plenty of space, definitely worth the money. Location is good as it’s quiet and has easy access to public transportation.
Map of Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma
Address: 26 Higashikujō Aketachō, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8044, Japan
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How to get to Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma:
From Osaka International Airport, take a taxi (approx. 41 km, 42 min drive) directly to Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma. From Kyoto Station, walk 1.4 km (18 min walk) or ride one stop on the Karasuma subway line to Kujō Station and walk 320 m (4 min).
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