MIMARU Kyoto Nijo Castle is centrally located in Kyoto, a 2-minute walk from Sanjo Street and 11 minutes by foot from Nijō Castle. .This aparthotel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Nishiki Market and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Kyoto Aquarium.
Aparthotel units with kitchens, a quick walk to Sanjo Street
MIMARU Kyoto Nijo Castle offers 42 accommodations with washers/dryers and safes. Beds feature down comforters. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Accommodations at this 3-star aparthotel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bidets, toilets with an electronic bidet, and hair dryers.
This Kyoto aparthotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones.
Make yourself at home in one of the 42 guestrooms, featuring kitchens with refrigerators and stovetops. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and 40-inch flat-screen televisions are provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and bidets. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, luggage storage, and laundry facilities.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transport
No on-site parking available
Family friendly
Children stay free (see details)
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Freezer
Hob
Microwave
Refrigerator
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Down comforter
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Bidet
Deep soaking bathtub
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
40-inch flat-screen TV
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Work spaces
Desk
Climate control
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in hallways
Handrails in stairways
Lever door handles
Lift
Visual alarms in hallways
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Phone
Safe
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Location highlights
In a historical district
In the city centre
Near a hospital
Near a metro station
Near a train station
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
11 floors
42 units
Eco-friendly toiletries
Recycling
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: JPY 5000
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: JPY 5000
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 200-10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Early check-in fee: JPY 5000 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: JPY 5000 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Towel exchange is available daily. Housekeeping service is provided on the 3rd day of the stay, and every 2 days after that. Additional housekeeping service is available on request for a surcharge
Property Registration Number H30-898
We should mention
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
MIMARU KYOTO HORIKAWAROKKAKU Aparthotel
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Reviews
MIMARU Kyoto Nijo Castle Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Located in a quiet residential neighborhood, my son and I found the room tranquil with comfortable beddings and traditional Japanese floor along with modern shower and calming lighting. Staff were friendly and helpful with all our needs. I left a jacket behind which they will help me to ship it back home to the States. I highly recommend this hotel.
Staff are amazing. Extremely friendly and helpful. Staff speak English extremely well!
Rooms were extremely spacious and comfortable! Loved all the amenities such as refrigerator, microwave, stove and in room Washer dryer. Separate living area next to bedroom for dining and relaxing was amazing!
Marshall
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bruce
Travelled with family
3 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great place to stay while visiting Kyoto area; good location within easy walking distance of convenience stores, markets, and a wide variety of restaurants. Hotel staff was very helpful and provided excellent restaurant recommendations.
Bruce
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Zoe
27 May 2025
Zoe
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Katrina
Travelled with family
20 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great stay!
This was great for our family of 5. 2 beds plus tatami/futon mats for the 3 kids which they said were more comfortable than our beds. The dining/sitting area was where beds were setup at night. Very clean and staff were wonderful! We were able to store our luggage and go explore the area until checkin. Also offered to assist with luggage transfer if needed. Located in a great area with the most delicious ramen restaurant a couple of doors down. Would stay here again easily. Walking distance to Nijo castle and other great places.
Just a tiny bit further from the train station than I would have liked (21 weeks pregnant with a toddler, 15-20 minute walk) but we still did tons of sightseeing via train and taxi. We loved the quaint side streets between this hotel and Nishiki market. Bathtub was really high tech, loved it! The apartment was spacious for our family of three and I loved the tatami area.
Close to shops, restaurants and local attractions. The room was perfect for a family, washer/dryer in the room was a very welcome addition.
Aiyesha
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joanna
Travelled with family
20 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Excellent stay, recommend for families
Awesome aparthotel - great little apartment, incredibly well-designed and thought out, very clean. Perfect for family (of 4) with fridge-freezer, hob, kettle. Think there was an oven too but we didn’t use it. Could borrow a toaster. Friendly and helpful front desk staff - they helped us book somewhere for dinner.
Only minor issues were that it could be a little noisy at night from traffic on the main road (we were 5th floor) and the washer-dryer did a great job at washing and a truly awful job at drying! Washing was left damp and smelly at the end of drying cycle (not overloaded at all). Re-washed and hung to dry instead and that worked well with the bathroom extractor on (I borrowed an extra airer). So convenient to have your own washer though. Would stay again and recommend. Location was excellent for exploring and eating out - we walked lots of places - nearest underground was maybe 10-15 mins walk.
We enjoyed our stay in this hotel. For most sightseeing we had to take public transportation/ Uber/taxi, but all was easily accessible. The staff was friendly, knowledgeable and welcoming. It was in an easy walking area with lots of local long covered malls filled with lots of Japan goodness.
CHERYL
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Emi
Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Great little property in Kyoto. It was able to fit our family of 5 (2 adults, 3 teenagers) relatively comfortably. There is additional bedding provided that can make 2 more beds on the ground if needed. The location is convenient to a couple of nearby (less than 5 minute walk) bus stations. We took an uber to the bamboo forest and it was a little over 20 minutes. There is a ridiculously cute breakfast place across the street, but be prepared to wait a long time. Right next to the hotel is another coffee house that serves basic breakfast, and their coffee is all pour-over and takes a long time to make, so don't expect a quick in-and-out for breakfast. Overall, I was pleased with the location, and I would definitely stay again.
Elliot
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Marissa
Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
The staff here were exceptional. Very patient with my kids playing a game in the lobby. Hotel was very clean and close to bus transportation. Had a great stay.
Marissa
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jamie
Travelled with family
24 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Amazing hotel in Kyoto
The Mimaru Kyoto Nijo Castle is an excellent hotel. It's in a very convenient location in Kyoto. Very close to multiple subway stations. The hotel is very modern with everything you need to make your stay amazing such as microwave, stove, fridge, washer and dryer, etc as well as all the high tech Japanese controls.
But what made the stay even more forgettable was the front desk staff. Very accommodating and their hospitality went above and beyond. From check in, to assisting us with luggage transfer to the check out. They were amazing. Thank you so much.
Jamie
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
Travelled with family
22 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Service was 5 star. Room was a bit small. Location is ok.
The room was clean pleasant, if just a bit tight for 5 people. Two of the kids liked the experience of sleeping on the tatami mats. Having the laundry machine in our unit was a life saver. The only feedback for the hotel is that the toilet gave off a strange smell the entire stay. I think it was because the tank needed to be cleaned.