“I loved how easy it was to explore Kyoto from here!”view full review
Ab Hotel Kyoto Shijo Horikawa - A modern 3-star hotel with public bath, soundproofed rooms, and central location
Located steps from Shijo Omiya, this 177-room Kyoto hotel features an indoor public bath with separate areas for men and women. Ab Hotel Kyoto Shijo Horikawa sits within 1 mile of Kyoto International Manga Museum and 1 mile of Nijo Castle. The air-conditioned rooms include flat-screen TVs, refrigerators, wardrobes, and electric kettles. Each room has a private bathroom equipped with bidets, showers, and complimentary toiletries. Twin rooms offer additional sofa seating and carpeted floors. The property serves a daily buffet breakfast from 6:30 AM and provides both wired and wireless internet access throughout. Guest services include express check-out, dry cleaning, luggage storage, and massage treatments. The hotel stands 11 minutes on foot from Nishiki Market and a 10-minute walk from both Shijo and Karasuma stations.
Pros
Indoor public bath facilities with gender-separated areas
Comprehensive safety features including fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and window guards
Multiple dining options within 984.3 ft, including Yakiniku Nikumon and Mentaiken
Located near major attractions like Bamboo Forest Street and Lake Biwa
Cons
23.5 miles distance from Itami Airport
Early check-in requires additional fee of JPY 800 per person
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City Centre
Kyoto
1.1
mi
Airports
Itami (ITM)
29.7
mi
Kobe (UKB)
48.6
mi
Train
Karasuma Station2000 ft
Underground
Shijo2300 ft
Facilities
Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location
Compact and Clean
“I stayed in a Standard Single Room which was small but extremely tidy and comfortable. The cleanliness of the room was excellent, and the bed provided a restful night's sleep, making it an excellent choice for a short stay.” view full review
Relaxing Public Bath
“What I loved most was the public bath area. After a long day of exploring, soaking in the hot bath was a deeply relaxing experience that rejuvenated me for the next day's adventures.” view full review
Cozy and Tidy
“My room was cozy with a very clean atmosphere. It had all the essentials one would expect from a Japanese hotel room-simple yet effective, providing a great place to unwind after a packed day.” view full review
Decent Breakfast
“The breakfast offered was reasonably priced and had a decent variety of food options. I appreciated the fact that I could enjoy a nice meal before heading out for my daily excursions.” view full review