"We stayed 8 nights and appreciated the space available in the apartment - 2 bedrooms, plus living space and tatami room."
Nadene from Australia
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"The inclusion of a washer/dryer in the suite was a godsend."
Felix
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"The staff were very warm and interactive with our kids, making a great environment for them with games and play options."
Joshua M
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4-star family suites with kitchen and laundry in Kyoto's Nakagyo Ward
Rooms & Suites
Mimaru Suites Kyoto Central offers 4-star quadruple rooms with private bathrooms and walk-in showers. Each suite includes a fully equipped kitchen with cookware and utensils, plus a washing machine for longer stays. The Two-Bedroom Suite for 4, with tatami flooring and two separate toilets and baths, provides 85 sqm of living space.
Hotel Amenities
A 24-hour drink station in the lobby supplies complimentary tea, coffee, water, and orange juice, with sake and draft beer available from 9:00 to 21:00. Guests can borrow cooking and entertainment items from reception, including toys and origami sets for children. Luggage storage, safety deposit boxes, and key card access are provided, with CCTV in common areas and 24-hour security.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The hotel sits 400 meters from Kyoto International Manga Museum and less than 1 km from Nijo Castle, both within walking distance. Karasuma Oike subway station is a 5-minute walk, giving access to two main subway lines. Samurai Kembu Kyoto and Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall are also nearby, with Gion Shijo Station 2.2 km away.
Family & Children
Staff at reception provide restaurant recommendations and can book tables for large groups, with a binder of curated suggestions. Kids can play with origami sets and toys available in the lobby, and families receive a personalized card with names written in Japanese at checkout. The hotel is designed for families traveling with children, with spacious suites that include a washer-dryer and kitchen.
Services & Security
The front desk offers luggage storage space for convenience, with multilingual staff speaking English, Japanese, Chinese, and other languages. Safety deposit boxes, smoke alarms, and fire extinguishers are installed throughout the property. Public transport tickets can be purchased at the hotel, and invoice provision is available for business travelers.
Highlights
Location: 400m from Kyoto International Manga Museum, walking distance to Nijo Castle and subway
Rooms: Two-bedroom suites with two bathrooms, kitchen, washer-dryer, tatami area
Amenities: Complimentary sake and draft beer lobby bar (9am-9pm)
“In Kyoto's Nakagyo ward, this property emphasizes spaciousness with family-friendly suites, each equipped with a full kitchen; I think the blend of self-catering convenience and a location near cultural treasures, such as Nijo Castle, makes it particularly appealing. I especially note that it strikes a balance between modern comfort and an authentic Japanese setting with tatami flooring in some rooms. For families or longer stays, this seems like a particularly thoughtful choice.”
Charlotte EvansHead of Editorial at Hotelsdowntown
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Two-Bedroom Suite 4
2 persons
915 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Air conditioning
Bathtub
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Premium Two-Bedroom Suite 4
2 persons
915 sq. feet
4 Single beds
Air conditioning
Bathtub
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Two Bedroom Japanese Suite 6
2 persons
915 sq. feet
4 Single beds
Air conditioning
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Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location