With a stay at Minn Karasuma Gojo Kyoto Station in Kyoto (Shimogyo Ward), you'll be a 3-minute walk from Kawaramachi Street and 11 minutes by foot from Kyoto Tower. .This aparthotel is 7.7 mi (12.3 km) from Lake Biwa and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Kiyomizu Temple.
Minn Karasuma Gojo Kyoto Station offers 32 accommodations with all-in-one washer/dryers and safes. Accommodations at this 4-star aparthotel have kitchens with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, slippers, bidets, and hair dryers.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Make yourself at home in one of the 32 guestrooms, featuring kitchens with refrigerators and microwaves. 32-inch flat-screen televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include safes and all-in-one washer/dryers, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
No on-site parking available
Family friendly
Children stay free (see details)
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Freezer
Microwave
Refrigerator
Bathroom
1 private bathroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Shampoo
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
Laundry
All-in-one washer/dryer
Laundry detergent
Climate control
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Lift
Thin carpet in public areas
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
24-hour front desk
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Housekeeping on request
Multilingual staff
Safe
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
1 building
32 units
Bed sheets changed on request
Built in 2025
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Housekeeping (on request)
Towels (changed on request)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Access code, staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Minn Karasuma Gojo Kyoto Kyoto
Minn Karasuma Gojo Kyoto Station Kyoto
Minn Karasuma Gojo Kyoto Station Aparthotel
Minn Karasuma Gojo Kyoto Station Aparthotel Kyoto
Minn Karasuma Gojo Kyoto Station Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 35 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
8/10 Good
Nicole
Travelled with group
28 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was huge and had everything needed for a comfortable stay. I appreciated having a dining area as well as two couches. The laundry was also extremely useful.
A very nice and cute hotel that perfectly combines modern comfort with traditional Japanese design. The tatami room adds a unique and calming touch. Everything was spotless, making the stay extremely pleasant.
There are traditional sleeping area and variety of room that can give customer unique experiences. Special like the property to be so big and provide additional items and make this like home.
The property was good and clean but the taxi drop off was problematic. There’s a sign that says parking less than 5 min which we only dropped off or picked up by taxi but the front desk came out a yelled at us twice.
Room was very spacious and clean. Washer and dryer in room was great, but a bit confusing to translate. Automated check in was easy. Only thing that was disappointed in was the tatami mat room wasn’t actually bamboo mats, it was vinyl covering. Not a big deal, but I was excited to have a tatami room.
Great location. Walkable to subway and bus stops. Down the street from a really good matcha place called Totoro, but be prepared to wait in line after it opens at 10am.
Our room was lovely with the tatami room to sleep in. The beds were very comfortable. Loved the kitchen table and chairs. We made tea most evenings and relaxed and had snacks and talked about the day we had. We used the washer everyday! Have to hang your clothes up in the shower room to dry thoroughly but it worked for us. Super nice to have the toilet in a separate room from the shower and sink. Loved all the fixtures and amenities. Would definitely stay there again. Very happy with the choice.
The room was very clean and spacious. The location was great, just a few minutes’ walk to the subway station. Check-in was a bit slow, as I had to wait quite a while for an agent to respond. Unfortunately, the hallways were noisy late at night and early in the morning, and we could hear footsteps from the people staying above us.
Stayed here about a week with my brother and I must say this was a fantastic choice. Located less than 5 minutes away from the Gojo train station, it is right next to alot of amenities so you can walk or commute to wherever you need to get. It's also one stop away from Kyoto station, so long distance travel is alot easier.
Being an aparthotel it's larger than that standard Japanese hotel which was great. It had everything we needed and had plenty of space to feel comfortable.
A few notes:
-the combined washer/dryer is not super efficient at drying. I had to run the drying cycle multiple times, and it took upwards of five hours for it to completely dry. This is important if you plan to bring less clothes, but also the climate is very humid so we had to frequently come back to the apartment to take showers as we would be drenched in sweat (at one point I took a shower 4 times in a single day)
-Only some of the instructions are in English. The washer/dryer was only Japanese, and only part of the toilet instructions were in English. Make sure you have some sort of translation app.
-The bedrooms are quite small. For example, my room had a queen bed and had about a foot of clearance between it and the door.
-The hotel is tucked away in a residential area, so try not to make too much noise.
Minor quirks aside, none of this should detract from the fact that it was great choice to stay in Kyoto and would go there again.
Incredibly quiet area, still in walking distance from central attractions in Kyoto. Apartment was well furnished, with all amenities included, including a smart tv. Would highly recommend
Loved staying here. Room was huge and spacious--much bigger than other hotels in Japan. Neighborhood was quiet and it felt like an experience to be in a more residential part of town than others. That said, it wasn't as close to shopping/restaurants, but there are still plenty of options around. We found that the bus was sometimes more convenient than the subway, and a good way to see the lay of Kyoto. It did take a little bit to get used to the automated system of checking in, but totally fine once you got used to it. We had to request new towels once through the chat option in the lobby and within an hour we found new towels dropped outside our door--swapped old towels which were taken away promptly. Room itself was clean, great amenities with the kitchenette and washer/dryer, AC worked great--no complaints and would definitely recommend and stay again!