SEIBIDO INN, Kyoto

Seibido Inn - A converted print shop with Japanese-style rooms in central Kyoto's entertainment district

Located 0.5 miles from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae station, this historic Kyoto hotel occupies a former print shop building. The property features 19 air-conditioned Japanese-style rooms with tatami flooring and futon bedding, accommodating up to 6 adults in its largest unit. Each room includes a private bathroom with shower, complimentary toiletries, hairdryer, refrigerator, electric kettle, and blackout curtains. Seibido Inn houses a restaurant, bar/lounge, and a common area serving coffee and tea. The property stands 0.5 miles from Kyoto Imperial Palace, 1 mile from both Nijo Castle and Nanzen-ji, and 2.5 miles from Kinkaku-ji. Six restaurants are within 0.5 miles, including Fortune Garden Kyoto and Saishuan Shiraki. Public transportation access includes a nearby metro station and a location 1 mile from Karasuma.

Pros

Multilingual staff provides concierge services and sightseeing assistance

Complimentary wireless Internet access throughout the property

Children's playground and supervised childcare available

Convenient luggage storage offered before check-in and after check-out

Cons

Towels available only for an additional charge

Guests must provide arrival time during booking