Mercure Kyoto Station

$$$$||View on mapKyoto, Japan288 Aburanokojicho Shimogyo Ku, Kyoto, Japan, 600-8231|
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Mercure Kyoto Station
288 Aburanokojicho Shimogyo Ku, Kyoto, Japan, 600-8231·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.8Great
Cleanliness9.2
Comfort9.2
Staff9.0
Facilities8.9
Location8.8
Who stays here
Couples46%
Families35%
Groups10%
Solo8%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.8Great
Cleanliness9.2
Comfort9.2
Staff9.0
Facilities8.9
Location8.8
Who stays here
Couples46%
Families35%
Groups10%
Solo8%

4-star hotel 6 minutes from Kyoto Station with Heian-inspired decor

Location & Access

Mercure Kyoto Station sits 6 minutes on foot from Kyoto Station, giving guests direct bus and rail links to most of Kyoto. The hotel occupies a quiet street away from the station's crowds yet remains close to convenience stores and restaurants. Nishi Honganji Temple, a World Heritage site, is within walking distance of the property.

Rooms & Comfort

Each of the 225 air-conditioned rooms at Mercure Kyoto provides a Simmons mattress for sleep support. Private bathrooms come with a bidet and free toiletries, while a flat-screen TV and refrigerator are standard. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are installed in every room, complementing the property's non-smoking policy.

Dining & Breakfast

The on-site restaurant serves Italian cuisine for lunch and dinner, and its buffet breakfast runs daily with American and Japanese dishes. Breakfast includes vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options, catering to various dietary needs. The bar area offers coffee, tea, and alcoholic beverages throughout the day.

Hotel Features & Services

As the first Mercure brand hotel in the Kansai area, Mercure Kyoto Station adopts interior design inspired by the Heian aristocratic lifestyle. A 24-hour front desk handles luggage storage, currency exchange, and daily housekeeping. Free WiFi is available across the property, and the building has lift access to all floors.

Nearby Attractions

Guests can reach the Kyoto International Manga Museum and Sanjusangen-do Temple within a 20-minute walk or short bus ride. The hotel's central position makes it a practical base for business travelers and tourists exploring Kyoto's cultural landmarks. Direct buses from nearby stops connect to Kinkaku-ji, Fushimi Inari, and Arashiyama.

  • Location: 6-minute walk from Kyoto Station, quiet central setting
  • Rooms: 225 rooms with Simmons mattresses and private bidet-equipped bathrooms
  • Dining: Italian restaurant with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free breakfast options
  • Hotel Feature: First Mercure hotel in Kansai region with Heian aristocratic interior
  • Nearby: Nishi Honganji Temple, Kyoto International Manga Museum, Sanjusangen-do Temple
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
No parking available.
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of JPY2,000 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Japanese, Chinese
Building
Number of floors:10
Number of rooms:225
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Rooms and availability

Guest Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Single bed2 Single beds
Deluxe Twin Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds1 King-size bed
Family Twin Room
  • Max:
    5 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

TV

Flat-screen TV

Lift
Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Room view

  • City view

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Mercure Kyoto Station

💵 Lowest room price 65 £
📏 Distance to centre 2.9 km
✈️ Distance to airport 46.0 km
🧳 Nearest airport Itami, ITM

Location

288 Aburanokojicho Shimogyo Ku, Kyoto, Japan, 600-8231
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288 Aburanokojicho Shimogyo Ku, Kyoto, Japan, 600-8231
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288 Aburanokojicho Shimogyo Ku, Kyoto, Japan, 600-8231
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Pagoda
Nishi-Hongan-ji
460 m
Aquarium
Kyoto Aquarium
460 m
Museum
Ryukoku Museum
310 m
70 Hanazonocho Horikawadori Shichijo Agaru
Kosho-ji
220 m
Museum
Costume Museum
510 m
Shichijo Aburanokoji
Aburanokoji
100 m
Momijicho
Dendoin
340 m
901 Higashishiokojicho
Kyoto Ramen koji
470 m
Juzuyacho~HIgashIwakamatsucho
Retro Building In Monzenmachi
350 m
Restaurant
Wasso
60 m
Restaurant
Tajimaya, Kyoto Yodobashi
600 m
Restaurant
Shuhai Ichizen
160 m
Restaurant
Ikouan
210 m
Restaurant
Ikariya Petit
200 m
Restaurant
Shusai Jojo
270 m
Restaurant
310saredowa
250 m
Restaurant
Katsukura, Kyoto Station Bldg The Cube
630 m
Restaurant
Tsujiya Kyoto Ekimae
250 m
Restaurant
Nakanoya The Jiro Kyoto Ekimae
240 m
Restaurant
Hyoto Kyoto Ekimae Honten
270 m

Reviews of Mercure Kyoto Station

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FAQ about Mercure Kyoto Station

Which landmarks are closest to Mercure Kyoto hotel?
Guests of Mercure Kyoto hotel can visit Fudo Myoo In Temple (just a short drive from the accommodation), or the Jōdo Shinshū Nishi-Hongan-ji Buddhist Temple placed 6 minutes' walk away.
Is there any public transport available next to the 4-star Mercure Kyoto hotel?
The nearest bus station to the 4-star Mercure Kyoto hotel is Shimogyoku Sogochosha-mae, set merely 10 minutes' stroll away and the closest metro station is Kyoto placed at a medium distance from the property.
Are there any dining facilities close to the Mercure Kyoto hotel?
Guests of the Mercure Kyoto hotel can dine in one of the popular restaurants nearby, among them café Umekoji Cafe Bossche-8/10 according to reviews-or restaurant Sakayasu with a high 9 rating.
Can I eat breakfast at Mercure Kyoto?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of Mercure Kyoto.
What is check-in and check-out time at the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can check in from 14:00 to 23:59 and check out from 11:00.
What room types does the 4-star Mercure Kyoto comprise?
The 4-star Mercure Kyoto offers such room types as Privilege King Room, Privilege Twin Room, and Superior King Room.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the Mercure Kyoto hotel?
Rooms of the Mercure Kyoto hotel are highly rated for comfort-9.3/10 according to guests' reviews-ensured by climate control.
What is the cancellation fee in the Mercure Kyoto hotel?
At the Mercure Kyoto hotel, free cancellation is provided.
Which facilities are provided in the 4-star Mercure Kyoto?
The 4-star Mercure Kyoto includes such facilities as currency exchange and a lift, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safety deposit box and a luggage locker.
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