Umekoji Potel Kyoto (Kyoto, Japan)

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Umekoji Potel Kyoto

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Overview

Sustainable hotel in Kyoto with an on-site fermentation plant and complimentary evening drinks

Rooms

Umekoji Potel Kyoto offers 144 rooms with individualized furnishings using traditional Kyoto materials. Each room has a balcony overlooking either Umekoji Park or the hotel's garden. The Corner Twin Room includes a wrap-around balcony with views of the surrounding mountains.

Dining

The on-site restaurant serves charcoal-grilled dishes made with local ingredients. Guests can enjoy themed dinner nights including a Wagyu all-you-can-eat option and a kaiseki dinner. A free drinks bar with beer, wine, and snacks is open daily from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and a DIY pour-over coffee station is available on the 4th floor.

Wellness

The hotel has a public sento bath with both indoor and open-air baths, plus a sauna. Guests can use the public bath free of charge and relax in the cold spa. The bath area also includes a fermentation shop next door where guests can try local fermented drinks after bathing.

Entertainment & Family

Each floor has a themed communal space: a game room with table tennis, a music room with vinyl records, a library with books to borrow, and a kids' play area. Temporary art galleries and themed dinner nights are held regularly. Board games and puzzles are available for families, and the hotel is a 2-minute walk from Umekoji Park which has a playground.

Sustainability & Culture

Umekoji Potel operates an on-site fermentation plant that offers tastings and education on local products. The hotel has water stations on every floor to reduce plastic bottle use. The building uses traditional Kyoto materials and techniques, and the hotel is located next to the Kyoto Railway Museum and Kyoto Aquarium.

Location: Next to Umekoji Park, 5 min walk from Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station
Rooms: 144 rooms with balconies overlooking park or garden
Dining: Charcoal-grilled dishes, Wagyu buffet, free drinks 3-10 PM
Wellness: Public sento bath, sauna, open-air bath
Family: Kids play area, table tennis, library, board games
Sustainability: On-site fermentation plant with tastings

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-23:59

until 11:00

Amenities

Public parking is possible on site at JPY 2500 per day.

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Other information

Breakfast

A full breakfast is served at the price of JPY3,630 per person per day.

Children & extra beds

There are no extra beds provided in a room. There are no cribs provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Building

Number of rooms:138

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Rooms and availability

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Corner Twin Room

Max:

6 persons
Bed options:

2 Single beds

Park view
Shower
Non-smoking

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Twin Room

Max:

6 persons
Bed options:

2 Single beds1 King Size Bed

Park view
Shower
Non-smoking

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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi

Parking

JPY 2500 per day

Baggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Coffee shop

Spa and relaxation

Sauna

Flat-screen TV

Elevator

Sports & Fitness

Table tennis

Services

Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Dinner

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's buffet
Board games

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Sauna
Open-air bath
Public Bath

Room view

Garden view
Park view

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Terrace

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

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Essential information about Umekoji Potel Kyoto

💵 Lowest room price	129 US$
📏 Distance to center	2.1 mi
✈️ Distance to airport	28.4 mi
🧳 Nearest airport	Itami, ITM

Location

Address

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Shimogyo-Ku Kankijicho 15, Kyoto, Japan, 600-8835

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Shimogyo-Ku Kankijicho 15, Kyoto, Japan, 600-8835

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Landmark

Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine

2.1 mi

Castle

Nijo Castle

1.8 mi

Pagoda

Nishi-Hongan-ji

200 yd

Tower

Kyoto Tower

200 yd

Landmark

Nishiki Market Shopping District

1.5 mi

Pagoda

Sanjusangendo Temple

1.5 mi

Pagoda

To-ji

200 yd

Landmark

Yasaka Shrine

2.2 mi

Pagoda

Kinkaku-ji

3.7 mi

Museums

Kyoto National Museum

1.5 mi

Landmark

Higashi Hongan-ji Temple

1.1 mi

Pagoda

Higashi-Hongan-ji

200 yd

Mall

Aeon Mall Kyoto

200 yd

Museums

Ryukoku Museum

200 yd

Museums

Sumiya Motenashi Cultural and Art Museum

100 yd

Landmark

Shimabara West Gate Monument

100 yd

Museums

Costume Museum

100 yd

Pagoda

Kennin-ji

1.8 mi

Landmark

Kosho-ji

200 yd

Museums

Kyoto International Manga Museum

1.8 mi

Landmark

Rokusonno Shrine

200 yd

Landmark

Shimabara Omon

100 yd

Landmark

Former Site of Higashi Korokan

100 yd

Landmark

Shimabara Wachigaiya

100 yd

Landmark

Oicho Tree

100 yd

Landmark

Aburanokoji

100 yd

Landmark

Dendoin

100 yd

Aquarium

Kyoto Aquarium

100 yd

Kankijicho

Kyoto Railway Museum

100 yd

Parks

Umekoji Park

100 yd

Restaurant

Kyoyasai Restaurant Umekoji Park

100 yd

Restaurant

Umekoji Park Cafe

100 yd

Restaurant

Shizuya Shichijo

100 yd

Restaurant

Umekoji Collabo

100 yd

Restaurant

Tonkatsu Ichiban

100 yd

Restaurant

Kyo Suzaku Sushi Ichiba

100 yd

Restaurant

Totoya

100 yd

Restaurant

Yasui

100 yd

Restaurant

Hygge

100 yd

Reviews of Umekoji Potel Kyoto

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FAQ about Umekoji Potel Kyoto

How far is Umekoji Potel Kyoto from the city center?

Umekoji Potel Kyoto is located in the Shimogyo Ward district.

What interesting sites can I visit not far from the 4-star Umekoji Potel Kyoto?

Guests of the 4-star Umekoji Potel Kyoto can visit Umekoji Park (within short walking distance of the accommodation), or Kyoto Aquarium placed 5 minutes' walk away.

Is there parking at the hotel?

Guests of the hotel can take advantage of parking.

Can I have lunch or dinner next to the 4-star Umekoji Potel Kyoto hotel?

You can dine at Tonkatsu Ichiban and Sakayasu restaurants located within a 6-minute stroll from the 4-star Umekoji Potel Kyoto hotel.

Can I have breakfast at Umekoji Potel Kyoto?

Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of Umekoji Potel Kyoto.

What time is check-in and check-out at the Kyoto hotel?

Guests of the Kyoto hotel can check in from 3 PM to 11.59 PM and check out from 11 AM.

How much does it cost to stay at Umekoji Potel Kyoto?

The price for a room in Umekoji Potel Kyoto starts at $270.

What payment methods are available in Umekoji Potel Kyoto hotel?

At Umekoji Potel Kyoto hotel, you can pay using сash, American Express, and Visa.

Which amenities are included in the rooms at Umekoji Potel Kyoto?

All rooms of Umekoji Potel Kyoto are highly rated for comfort-9.5 according to guests' reviews-which is ensured by an air conditioner.

Is Umekoji Potel Kyoto accessible to people with disabilities?

Yes, rooms with accessible facilities, accessible bathrooms, and wheelchair access are provided at Umekoji Potel Kyoto for guests with special needs.

Which facilities are available in the Kyoto hotel?

Top locations of the Kyoto hotel include a restaurant and baggage storage, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a luggage locker and 24-hour security service.

What spa facilities does Umekoji Potel Kyoto offer?

Pampering amenities in Umekoji Potel Kyoto include a sauna and sauna facilities.