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Genji Kyoto, a Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property

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Rooftop terrace
Balcony
Exterior
Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk
Lobby

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry room

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shimogyo-ku hasidono-cho362-3, Kyoto, kyoto, 6008113
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kyoto Tower
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Nishiki Market
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room (City) | City view

Deluxe Room (City)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Studio (City)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Premium Room (City)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Single Futons and 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Deluxe Room (Garden)

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds (Garden)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Suite (Garden)

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, Balcony (River) | Balcony

Deluxe Room, Balcony (River)

  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony (River)

  • River view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Suite, Balcony (River)

  • River view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Superior Room (River)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Townhome (Machiya Townhouse Annex)

Townhome (Machiya Townhouse Annex)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Genji Kyoto, a Member of Design Hotels

Waterfront hotel with a restaurant, near Kyoto Tower
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and free use of bicycles. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, concierge services, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite.
Genji Kyoto, a Member of Design Hotels offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. These individually decorated accommodations include dining tables. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Accommodations at this 3.5-star hotel have kitchens with cookware/dishes/utensils and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, rainfall showerheads, and hydromassage showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

This Kyoto hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include complimentary bicycles.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Genji Kyoto, a Member of Design Hotels. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Kawaramachi Street. Free WiFi in public areas, a restaurant, and a bar are available.
  • Free WiFi (speed: 50+ Mbps)
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Onsite recreation includes complimentary bicycles
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Kyoto Tower and a few minutes from Kiyomizu Temple
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Genji Kyoto, a Member of Design Hotels also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and concierge services.

This 3.5-star Kyoto hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Genji Kyoto, a Member of Design Hotels has a restaurant on site.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: JPY 3,740 for adults and JPY 3,740 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room kitchen
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the riverwalk

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchen
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately JPY 3740 for adults and JPY 3740 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Children 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.

Property is also known as

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Genji Kyoto, a Member of Design Hotels Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing! First of all the design of every detail from the entrance, to the lobby, the rooms and the roof garden was beautiful. The staff was so helpful and endearing, as well as very adept with English. The location was ideal. The complementary laundry facility was a real bonus. The chef was also great! This was truly our home in Kyoto, and always a pleasure to return to after a busy day in town!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A gem in the midst of a busy city. Warm and helpful staff. Amazing room and hotel design
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was large and comfortable and the staff could not have been more attentive. One of my favorite hotels in the world.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very unique
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moira

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Lovely gardens and interior design. Most of all, the fantastic staff made the experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed here for 3 nights and absolutely loved it. A great location, easy to get just about anywhere from the hotel. The service and staff we're some of the best we've ever had the pleasure to stay with. We highly recommend this location and would stay here again for sure! Thanks Genji Kyoto for taking care of us!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We loved this place. The staff was lively and helpful, room comfortable, location ideal.
Rooftop view at breakfast.
Rooftop view at breakfast.
Trendy designer hotel in a little neighborhood that reminded us Venice, California.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Vancouver

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional hospitality. Beautiful design. 10/10
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre, Fairfield

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing boutique hotel!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an incredibly special place. It is an architectural masterpiece. The service is impeccable. The location is excellent. The staff pays attention to every detail. What a beautiful stay we had in Kyoto at this amazing space. Thanks to Serj and Eri and Katsuya and the rest of the staff - we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xiaodong

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A boutique hotel located in a tranquil neighborhood beside the beautiful Kamo-gawa River and definitely a highlight of our trip in Kyoto. Very convenient guest rooms with modern-style design combining traditional Japanese elements. Superb and helpful staffs. All of these made a lasting impression on me and gave me wonderful memories.

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Galina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a fabulous hotel from all points of view: convenient location, gorgeous design, excellent amenities, but most importantly staff who go out of their way to accommodate the guests. Everyone was excellent. Many thanks to multilingual Sergei who takes special care of his guests. I highly recommend this hotel and will certainly return if I have another opportunity to be in Kyoto.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay at this hotel. Great service, they are all super helpful and friendly. We had our Japanese breakfast at the terrace. Food was delicious and amazing view! Highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Genji met expectations

Overall great stay at Genji that met expectations. I'd recommend it, though think there are likely equal or better alternatives in Kyoto. We stayed here for 1 night as part of a 2 week honeymoon trip. Room: overall very good. Great shower and bath. Spacious. Nice mix of modern and traditional design. We had a garden room and I wish we had gotten a river view room as the garden view felt a bit meh/dark. Service: helpful and friendly staff. We had one misstep toward the end of our stay re: laundry services that impacted our experience a bit but not a dealbreaker. Area: nice area of Kyoto. Walkable and near the trains. They had just replaced the flooring in our room so there was a strong straw smell. Worth knowing if that kinda thing will bother you.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yusuke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clay

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No other comments
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ah fan

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chengyu, Bellevue

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just...wow! Out of more than a dozen places our group stayed, Genji is our favorite place to stay. The staff are incredibly friendly and helpful, the property is recently opened and in immaculate condition, the rooms are spacious and comfortable. The location is nicely situated in a quiet nook along the river with many popular sites within walking distance. Higashiyama Ward, for example, is a short walk across the river, and Kiyomizudera Nioman Gate is visible from the rooftop garden – definitely check it out at night when it's lit up. We'd stay here forever if it was an option.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Genji is a gem

Well located, beautifully conceived, designed and constructed. All staff were eager, friendly, thoughtful and competent. Loved the properly constructed timber furniture and the modern traditional design was inspiring.
Tortoises seen from our balcony
Kamo River and Gion from rooftop garden
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023