Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma (couple trip)
How Couple-Friendly is Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma?
What makes it 81% Couple-Friendly: Quiet sake-tasting lounge, optional paid spa massages, kitchenette for private meals, and a 20-min walk to romantic Pontocho Alley give pairs privacy and date-night options; standard baths only but still comfortable.
Good match for:
- Food & Drink Lovers: Sample six sake or non-alcoholic tokens and Kyoto sweets in Lounge Hanare free of charge.
- Self-sufficient Couples: In-room kitchenette and washer/dryer let you prepare meals and refresh clothes without leaving your room.
Things to keep in mind:
- Pool Seekers: The hotel does not have a swimming pool for guests.
- Luxury Resort Seekers: Offers minimalist urban rooms without resort-style leisure facilities.
What is so special about Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma for couple trip?
- Sip free sake and sweets in the hotel lounge.
- Cook and launder in-room with no extra charge.
- Walk 220m to Karasuma Oike Station for subway access.
- Explore Manga Museum, Nishiki Market and Pontocho within 15 mins on foot.
Transport & Nearby Access
Karasuma Oike Station: 220m (3 min walk)
Subway Karasuma Line links to Kyoto Station in 3 mins.
Couple-Friendly Activities around Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma
Kyoto International Manga Museum: 300m (4 min walk)
World’s largest manga collection with interactive exhibits.
Tip: Buy tickets online in advance to skip lines.
Nishiki Market: 710m (9 min walk)
Historic market street with over 100 food stalls.
Tip: Try grilled mochi and fresh pickles at local stalls.
Pontocho Alley: 1.2 km (15 min walk)
Lantern-lit riverside alley with intimate dinner spots.
Tip: Visit at dusk to see the lanterns glow along the river.
Map of Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma
Address: 392 Kakimotochō, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8173, Japan
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How to get to Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma:
From Kansai Airport, take the JR Haruka Express to Kyoto Station, transfer to the Karasuma subway line and alight at Karasuma Oike Station, then walk 220m (3 min) to the hotel.
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Couple-Friendly Hotel Facilities
Free facilities in Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma:
Lounge Hanare sake & sweets tasting:
Complimentary up to six drink tokens per person for sampling sake and Kyoto sweets from 3:00 PM to 8:30 PM.
In-room kitchenette cooking:
Mini-kitchen with cookware, microwave and kettle for preparing snacks or simple meals.
In-room washer/dryer:
Freshen clothes anytime with the free in-room washer-dryer and provided detergent.
Paid or on request with possible fees:
Spa & massage treatments:
Book back, full-body or foot massages at the hotel spa; fees vary by treatment.
Accessibility at Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma:
All public areas are step-free. Elevators serve every floor.
Make the Most of Your Stay
- Plan your lounge visit: Go to Lounge Hanare by 6:00 PM to use all six complimentary drink tokens before dinner.
- Reserve spa early: Book your spa or massage at the front desk on arrival to secure your preferred time.
- Use the kitchenette: Pick up local snacks at Nishiki Market and prepare a romantic in-room breakfast.
Reviews of Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma (Kyoto)
Sarah Hales
Large spacious room, separate mattresses and blankets (my preference). Washer/Dryer IN ROOM AND FREE!!!! large bathroom. Sitting area with table. Amazing location right across from a 7/11 and next to the subway entrance. Would absolutely book this location again!!!
FRan
We stayed at Tokyu Stay Kyoto, located about a 5-minute walk from Karasuma Oike Station—very convenient, with only three stops to Kyoto Station. We booked a room in the residential annex, which requires a short walk from the main building after check-in. The stay includes free Wi-Fi, hot drinks, toiletries, and even a token for complimentary sake during your stay—nice touch! The room was spaciou...
Brook Milburn
The location is great. We’re close enough to the a lot of things without being in the middle of it. It’s by a 7-11 and Lawsons. Train station is also on the block. This is our second stay here and will most likely be our new fave for our Kyoto stops. Staff is kind and helpful. It’s also a beautiful looking hotel when you walk up to it.
Love Nia
We had a wonderful stay here! Kyoto was our second stop on our two-week trip to Japan, and we strategically chose this hotel for its convenient amenities, especially since we needed to do laundry before heading to Tokyo. Compared to the hotels we stayed at in Osaka and Tokyo, the room size was quite generous. The real highlight for us was the in-room washing and drying machine—this made our stay s...
Jasmine Lee
The room is compact, as expected for a typical Japanese hotel, but it’s well-equipped with thoughtful features like a washing machine, microwave, and bathtub. Essentials such as a hairdryer, electric kettle, air purifier/humidifier, air-conditioning, and basic toiletries are all provided. In the lobby, you can help yourself to additional amenities like combs, toothbrushes, razors, cotton buds, and...
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