Guest Room
- 1 Double bed
Hotel · Kyoto · Kyoto
Hotel M'S Est Shijo Karasuma
A 3-star Kyoto hotel within a 5-minute walk of Shijo Station, offering simple rooms, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk.
- 5-minute walk to Shijo Station
- 24-hour reception and security
- In-room air conditioning and heating
8.3
Great
2883 reviews
Booking.com 8.3 · 2883 reviews
About
Hotel M'S Est Shijo Karasuma
Hotel M'S Est Shijo Karasuma sits in the Shimogyo district, roughly a 5-minute walk from Shijo subway station. The property provides straightforward guest rooms with double or twin beds, along with free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, electric kettle, and private bathroom with a bathtub in select room types.
The hotel operates a 24-hour front desk and security, making check-in flexible until midnight. On-site conveniences include a vending machine for snacks and drinks, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the property, and pets are not allowed.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Walkable location near Shijo Station — About a 5-minute walk from Shijo subway station, putting you close to the shopping street, Daimaru, and historic marketplace.
- Polished, friendly service — Guests consistently mention accommodating, polite staff, often around and willing to offer local recommendations.
- Good value for the area — With prices starting from £49 and a guest rating of 8.3, the hotel is seen as a reasonable choice for a central stay.
- Practical on-site conveniences — A vending machine, laundry facilities, luggage storage, and 24-hour reception cover the essentials for a short trip.
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Worth weighing
3 to weigh- Rooms can be compact — Some guests note that the double room, while well-maintained, is typical of Japanese hotel sizing—adequate but not spacious.
- No on-site parking or pets — The hotel does not offer parking, and pets are not allowed, which may limit some travelers.
- No breakfast included — Breakfast is available at the restaurant but comes at an extra cost; the hotel's base rate does not cover meals.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Single Room
- 1 Single bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Superior Twin Room
- 2 Single beds,3 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Economy Room
- 1 Double bed,1 Semi-double bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Twin Room Mobility accessible
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- 24-hour reception
- 24-hour security
- Lift
- Luggage storage
- Vending machines
- Laundry
- No smoking on site
In-Room Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Flat-screen TV
- Electric kettle
- Free toiletries
- Carpeted floor
Safety & Security
- Safe deposit box
- Key card access
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Connectivity
- Wi-Fi
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.3/10 from 2,883 reviews
Booking.com · 8.3 · 2883 reviews
8.3Verified guest“Central location near the shopping street.”
8.3Verified guest“Excellent food, thoroughly enjoyed it.”
8.3Verified guest“The double room was well-maintained by Japanese standards—could have stayed all day. Location was central, very close to a historic marketplace, and there was a lake within a 5-minute walk.”
8.3Verified guest“Accommodating and polite staff, around most of the time. Centrally located, very close to Kyoto Art Center.”
8.3Verified guest“A brilliant spot for a two-night trip. Functional double room with a nice bath and plenty of luggage space. Staff were friendly and affable. Breakfast at the restaurant was good and great value for money.”
8.3Verified guest“Close to Daimaru, handy subway access, and useful laundry facilities.”
04 — Location
Getting around Kyoto
The property sits in Kyoto.
Getting Around: Shijo subway station is just a 5-minute walk away, placing the city's subway network at your doorstep.
Shopping & Markets: The hotel is close to the main shopping street and the historic marketplace, as well as Daimaru department store.
Culture: Kyoto Art Center is within walking distance, and a lake can be reached in about 5 minutes on foot.
Shimogyo-Ku Motoakuojicho 41, Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 15:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 11:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 106 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What time is check-in and check-out at Hotel M'S Est Shijo Karasuma?
Check-in runs from 15:00 until 23:59, and check-out is by 11:00. The 24-hour front desk can assist outside these hours.
Is there parking available at the hotel?
The hotel does not list on-site parking, so you may need to use nearby public parking facilities.
Are pets allowed at the hotel?
No, pets are not allowed on the property.
Does the hotel provide laundry facilities?
Yes, laundry facilities are available for guests, as appreciated in reviews.
Is breakfast served at the hotel?
Yes, the hotel's restaurant offers breakfast, and guests have called it good value, though it is not included in the room rate.
What room types are available?
The hotel offers Guest Rooms with a double bed, Single Rooms, Superior Twin Rooms with two or three single beds, Economy Rooms, and a Twin Room with mobility access.
The bottom line
Hotel M'S Est Shijo Karasuma is a practical, well-located choice for travelers who want easy subway access and a no-fuss stay in Kyoto. With consistent praise for service and that rare advantage of laundry facilities, it hits above its price point—just be prepared for compact rooms and the lack of parking.
8.3Based on 2,883 guest reviews, with staff rating 8.9
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