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Kyoto Riverview House Kyou-raku

3.5 star property
Apartment with kitchenette, steps from Kawaramachi Street

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Superior Apartment | Living area
Deluxe Room, Balcony, River View
Reception
Front of property

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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427 Zaimokucho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8016
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Pontocho Alley
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Nishiki Market
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, Terrace, River View

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bed, 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Futons

Superior Apartment

  • Canal view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Futons

Deluxe Room, Balcony, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Futons

Deluxe Room, Balcony, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Futons

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About the area

Kyoto

Kyoto Riverview House Kyou-raku puts you in the heart of Kyoto, steps from Kawaramachi Street and within a 10-minute stroll of Pontocho Alley. .Each apartment is soundproofed and features a washer/dryer, free WiFi and a balcony or patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchenette that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. Nice touches to enhance your stay include slippers and free toiletries. A flat-screen TV, a separate bath and shower and a coffee/tea maker are also available. Housekeeping is not available. .This smoke-free apartment building offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and multilingual staff. Added amenities include laundry facilities, luggage storage and a lift.

What's nearby

  • Kawaramachi Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Pontocho Alley - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Shijo Street - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Nishiki Market - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kyoto Tower - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Kiyomizu-gojo Station - 5 min walk
  • Gojo Station - 12 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Len - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪suba (すば) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪京菓子司 幸福堂 老舗 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪アジェ 松原本店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪ラ・カリー - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Kyoto Riverview House Kyou-raku

Apartment with kitchenette, steps from Kawaramachi Street
Kyoto Riverview House Kyou-raku offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services. Public spaces have free WiFi. Kyoto Riverview House Kyou-raku also features laundry facilities and a lift.

This 3.5-star Kyoto apartment is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Kyoto Riverview House Kyou-raku offers 9 accommodations with washers/dryers and a safe. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodation at this 3.5-star apartment has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, slippers, bidets and toilets with an electronic bidet.

This Kyoto apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Free cot

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • 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.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service
  • Safe
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a historical district
  • In the city centre
  • Near a metro station
  • Near a train station

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 9 units
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 16 January 2026 to 16 February 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100-10,000 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Kyoto Riverview House Kyou-raku?

Kyoto Riverview House Kyou-raku offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is Kyoto Riverview House Kyou-raku family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Kyoto Riverview House Kyou-raku is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kyoto Riverview House Kyou-raku?

No, Kyoto Riverview House Kyou-raku does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kyoto Riverview House Kyou-raku?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Kyoto Riverview House Kyou-raku?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Kyoto Riverview House Kyou-raku Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is perfect for walking and bus access anywhere oin Kyoto. The street is quiet, beautifully paved, with a canal and trees on one side, and the beautiful river walks on the other. It was the prettiest neighborhood we saw in Kyoto and we traveled all over! Kitchen is well equipped and staff highly responsive to whatever is needed, The rooms are large and quiet, the beds amazing, and super helpful desk staff 12 hrs per day. Great controls for temp and humidity in each room, and a serene retreat each day. Yet right across the river is Gion, you are a short 10 min walk from Karamachi and the all the downtown stores. Bus and subway lines to all the great sites a block away. Amazing!
Stayed 22 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Loraine, Huntington Beach

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
The room smelled of mildew, mold and sewage when we arrived, since the humidity was high and ventilation was poor. We asked for disinfectant and sprayed in the room and air conditioning unit just to be able to stand the odor in the room. Only after a couple of nights of running the dehumidifier and a/c through the night( which made getting to sleep difficult since the units were loud) did we get the odor to a bearable level. The beds were very hard.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Very nice views of the mountain and city from the back side of the hotel. Walking distance to shops and restaurants. Only critique is that they could have offered some free coffee with the free tea selection! Otherwise, we absolutely enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nelson

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Oh we loooooove our stay here. We felt so at home. Our room is just the most comfortable, cleanest space ever!! There is so much space for our baby to play during the night. The japanese style room just made our Japan travel more immersive in their culture. It's one of our best hotel experience!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa, Los Angeles

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Very walkable. So many great restaurants and local attractions nearby. Also very quiet and right next to the river so peaceful and full of nature.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bijoy, Bothell

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay. It’s like an apartment but have the amenities like a hotel, except that they don’t clean the room during the stay. But you can drop towels in the laundry basket downstairs and pick fresh ones anytime. There is reception round the clock, which is awesome. View of the river is fantastic. There is a Japanese style room which was a nice experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jungho

Business traveller, Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Enjoyed the stay. The cleanliness and utensils were perfect for my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Murtuza

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect blend of japanese cultural elements and luxury. Nice view from the room and very close by to all the shopping, food and attractions. Loved it
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious room with all the amenities we required for our 3 day stay. Close to the river but was whisper quiet at night times.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

great!

Great view! English and Japanese speakers will have an easy time. The room was very nice and had everything needed for us including a crib! Such a beautiful view of the river and a great location to visit kawamachi-dori or kimizudera .
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Love this place. Perfect location.

Loved this place on a quiet street next to the river and a short walk from Gion’s cultural sites. The 1br apartment suited our family of 4 given the enclosed sleeping space near the living room for our 2 kids. The apartment is well designed and comfortable with all you need to cook, do laundry and relax. It was a perfect pick for our visit to Kyoto. The staff are excellent and easy to communicate with.
Gion theatre
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An apartment hotel with full kitched facilities and laundry. Balcony is nice after a night out and to have coffee on in the morning. About 30 minutes from kyoto station but close to the subway and bus lines.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

brendan

had an excellent stay here, we were stuck there for an extra day due to the typhoon in tokyo and the hosts were very helpful getting us the extra night stay. hosts are also excellent with local recommendations and their hospitality was unmatched.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Perfectly positioned family friendly

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property and staff!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gladys

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kyoto Riverview House Kyou-raku was one of our favorite places to stay in Japan. The staff were very welcoming and helpful. Alex made our experience even better due to his excellent customer service! Great location on a quiet street. Walkable to the train station, restaurants, and shopping. We really liked the layout of the apartment, plenty of room for our family of 4. The washer/dryer was very helpful. We hope to stay here again on our next trip to Japan.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious for a family of four. Alex at reception spoke English and was very friendly and helpful with making reservations etc Great location and I would definitely stay there again when in Kyoto!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

EUNKYUNG

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shari, Brisbane

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very convenient. Walkable distance to Gion and major shopping district.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a great location and amazing hotel if you are travelling with family our friends. The staff were wonderful and very helpful, especially Alex.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had such a lovely experience staying at Kyoto River View House as a family of four. The superior suite had more than enough room and having a kitchenette and laundry machine was extra helpful. The location of the hotel was very picturesque, and it was such a pleasure walking around to get to many sights. Kyoto station was a bit of a walk (30 minutes) so we ended up taking the local bus or taxi if we needed to get on the JR trains. Hotel is a five minute walk to Keihan train line though so it is possible to use that directly and transfer to JR line a few stops down. Many minimarts close by and dining options!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yu

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Shigeru

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023