MATSUISHI SHIJO KARASUMA HOSTEL, Kyoto

Matsuishi Shijo Karasuma Hostel - A centrally located Kyoto hotel with hot tubs and city views

Located 5 minutes from Shijo and 10 minutes from Karasuma, Matsuishi Shijo Karasuma Hostel features double rooms with private hot tubs and city views. Each air-conditioned accommodation includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, soundproof walls, and a private entrance. The bathrooms come equipped with walk-in showers, baths, bidets, free toiletries, and bathrobes. Rooms offer practical amenities including washing machines, electric kettles, and in-room safes. The property sits within 1 mile of Nijo Castle and 1 mile from Nishi-Hongan-ji temple. Eight restaurants operate within 0.3 miles of the Matsuishi property, including Kinobu, Takagi Coffee, and Bistro C. The Kyoto Imperial Palace, Yasaka Shrine, and Kyoto Aquarium are all 1.5 miles away, while Kinkaku-ji temple stands at 3 miles distance.

Pros

Each room features a private hot tub and city views

Eight dining venues within 984.3 ft

Soundproof walls ensure quiet despite central location

Complete laundry facilities with washing machines and dryers in rooms

Cons

3 miles distance to Kinkaku-ji temple

No onsite restaurant