"The first floor includes an onsen for all guests to use, we loved it."
Elena from Spain
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"This hotel was a gem! I had a corner room in the traditional ryokan style, but all modern clean and new."
Lissette from United States
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"There were also complimentary drinks and popsicles !!"
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Japanese-style hotel with a large public bath and free drinks after soaking
Amenities
Hotel Sugicho offers a large public bath open to all guests, with free cold drinks and ice cream available after soaking. The 24-hour front desk provides luggage storage, dry cleaning, and ironing services. Safety deposit boxes are available in guestrooms, and the hotel has a vending machine for drinks and snacks.
Rooms
Guestrooms feature tatami flooring and traditional futon bedding for sleeping. Each room is air-conditioned and equipped with a fridge, a personal safe, and a TV. Rooms are spacious enough to accommodate families, with family rooms available.
Dining
Guests can enjoy traditional Japanese course meals and Kyoto cuisine for breakfast and dinner at the hotel. The breakfast buffet includes both Japanese and Western options, such as bacon, eggs, breads, fruit, and juice. Dinner offers a multi-course kaiseki-style meal prepared with local ingredients.
Location
Hotel Sugicho is a short 5-minute walk from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Subway Station. The hotel is 1.6 km from the Imperial Palace and Heian Shrine, and within walking distance to Nishiki Market and Pontocho. Itami Airport is 39 km from the hotel, with easy access to public transport.
Wellness
The on-site public bath (onsen) is tattoo-friendly and open early morning and late evening. Massage services are available for an additional fee. Free cold drinks and ice cream are offered to guests after using the bath, and the hotel provides a trouser press for guests' convenience.
Highlights
Location: 5-minute walk to subway, walking distance to Kyoto landmarks
Rooms: Spacious tatami rooms with futon beds and fridge
Bath: Large public onsen with free drinks and ice cream
Dining: Traditional Japanese course meals and Kyoto cuisine
Wellness: Massage services and 24-hour front desk support
Family: Family rooms and luggage storage available
“Away from the central bustle yet conveniently near transport links, this hotel offers a strategic base for exploring Kyoto's attractions, including shrines, the bamboo forest, and the vibrant Nikishi market. Rooms are spacious, with public baths adding a traditional touch, making it particularly suitable for families. While the ambiance may feel somewhat impersonal, the attentive staff provides exceptional service, ensuring a comfortable stay.”
Grace WhitmanContent & Editorial Director at Familyhotels
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220 sq. feet
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