It was the best hotel we stayed at in Kyoto. The location is super convenient, smack dab in the middle of the Kyoto and near to everything except the Kyoto railway station but I think that shouldn't be a deal breaker for most. The hotel amenities are so great and the staff were good too. Breakfast buffet was absolutely five Stars. Full marks to the hotel

There was nothing that we didn't like, some people may complain about the noise but honestly we did not feel anything and slept like furniture. So no complaints from us.

Clean, fairly spacious. Great location for shops, restaurants and staying centrally to visit all the sites. Laundry and added bonus!!!

Only slight thing to note for others is if you’re a light sleeper being ear plugs, especially if room overlooks the main road. Stays noisy till late but it’s not a huge issue just worth noting if you this is something that would bother you.

The hotel is smack dab in the middle of a major shopping area, so there is plenty to see, shop, and eat just a walk away from your doorstep. Staff was very friendly and accommodating, especially when helping us set up our luggage transfer. The breakfast buffet was good, including some local options, but also covered Western options as well. The rooms are a great size, the biggest we had during this trip in Japan; very easy to take luggage out to pack souvenirs and clothes. Kyoto-Kawaramachi Station was just down the road, with Sanjo Station not too far away, about 10 minutes. Bus stops were pretty close by as well.

The beds are quite firm, which could be good for some, but was not comfortable for myself.

We stayed at Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu as a couple from April 18 to April 20, 2025, and absolutely loved the location. The hotel is right in the heart of Kyoto, with shopping streets, the Gion district, and multiple convenience stores all within a 5-minute walk, it truly couldn’t be more convenient. The room and overall stay met all our expectations. However, the only area that could use improvement is the breakfast. We tried it on the first day but decided to skip it the next morning, as it didn’t quite match the quality of the rest of the hotel experience. Overall, we would highly recommend this hotel for anyone visiting Kyoto, especially for those who want everything within walking distance.

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The hotel is centrally located in the shopping district, surrounded by restaurants, drug stores, convenience stores, etc. Nishiki Market is just a short walk away. Two train stations nearby. Very pleasing and tasteful decor. Our rooms were spotless when we checked in, and they were cleaned every day, with the towels and complimentary bottled water replaced daily. The standard double room was a bit of a squeeze, but we can't really complain, considering the price point and the location. We enjoyed the beverage bar at the lobby, which dispenses coffee and cocoa most hours of the day.

We are thankful that the hotel provided two pillows for each guest, but we could not get used to the firmness - one was a bit too hard while the other was too soft.

We had a wonderful experience at this hotel while traveling with our two little kids. The location is ideal—close to key attractions, restaurants, and public transport, which made exploring the area with our children so convenient. The facilities were clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, making it a great place for a family stay. The hotel staff were nice and helpful, always going out of their way to assist us, which we really appreciated. The breakfast was okay, offering a wide variety of food. While the options leaned more towards Japanese cuisine, there were some Western choices that worked well for our family. We would have loved to see more fruit, but this seems to be common in hotels across Japan. Overall, our kids loved it, and we all thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Highly recommend it for families!

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For the price I was expecting a lower quality hotel. I was pleasantly surprised that the hotel was very clean and modern, just a small room. It was still comfortable and I had a comfortable 3 nights there. I liked the blackout blinds and AC.

The bed was a bit hard but it was not a problem after the 30k step days. I slept well. There was some minor street noise from cars on the road, but this was completely solved by the ear plugs I keep with me when traveling. The area is very busy, so if you prefer a quieter vibe then this could be a poor fit.

The photos and ratings didn't fully represent how perfect this property is. The location couldn't be better. Walking distance to Everything. Only a 13 minute bus ride to Kyoto station also. Comfortable room; larger then most in Japan. Boutique hotel look and feel. Already trying to plan a return trip when we can stay longer.

Literally nothing could have been better. My only complaint is that I didn't book a longer stay. And I wish they offered their pajamas for sale. My husband and I both would have purchased them.

Fantastic location, great staff. Only down side is there is no where to put luggage or even hang a towel. Hotel is beautiful, best location and great breakfast it just becomes frustrating when you’re tripping over your things stacked behind the door.

No room for luggage, no where to hang a towel and with the design of the bathroom everything is wet so you need to be able to hang a towel somewhere

The hotel is located at a very busy street, just about 300m to the nearest station and about 200m from the bus stop that ride straight to Kyoto station with city bus 205 or 04. At 1st floor of the building, there is a drug store that has good price. The hotel is right next to the alley that leads to Nishiki market, and just a few steps to the Don Quijote. There are about 5 malls along that street and many other game centres and toy stores. It is a modern Kyoto area for tourists so you can find many good restaurants nearby, just a few minutes of walk. The room is so big for 2, about twice - triple size of other 3 star hotels in Tokyo. They have seperated spaces for wc and shower and sink, that is very impressive. All the amenities are not equipped in the room but you can take what you want at the reception hall at 2nd floor. We got the corner room on 8th floor, which gave us the best view to see surrounding street. They have large lounge at the reception hall, with comfortable sofas and a coffee machine that let guests drink unlimited, and it is quite tasty, better than Starbucks lol. Guests can take a rest there comfortablely

The price is actually high, maybe because we come in Sakura season and on the weekend as well. The price for breakfast is also expensive, about 2000y per person, while the food range is just okay, not that impressive. One downside of locating at a busy street is that you might feel it is quite noisy at night with the vehicles and youngsters chatting loudly on the street (there are a few karaoke places nearby). I slept on the 8th floor but I can still here the noise sometimes.