Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma

Great Location & Spacious Room, but Cleaning Policy Could Be Improved The hotel is in a great location with easy access to the train station, plenty of eateries, and lots of different convenience stores around. The room size is quite spacious by Japan standards, which comes with Microwave and washing machine and dryer in the room, which made the stay comfortable. However, the housekeeping policy could be improved. Full room cleaning is only provided after a 6-night stay, which seems a bit too long. During my 5-night stay, only towels were changed and bins cleared as per my request. It would have felt cleaner with more regular housekeeping.

The room is compact, as expected for a typical Japanese hotel, but it’s well-equipped with thoughtful features like a washing machine, microwave, and bathtub. Essentials such as a hairdryer, electric kettle, air purifier/humidifier, air-conditioning, and basic toiletries are all provided. In the lobby, you can help yourself to additional amenities like combs, toothbrushes, razors, cotton buds, and body sponges. Housekeeping changes towels and clears trash daily, provided you place the designated magnet outside your door. Complimentary coffee, tea, and water are available at the lobby’s self-service corner. From 3–8 PM, there’s a free snack bar and a sake corner. At check-in, we received 12 coin tokens (for three people over five nights), which can be exchanged for sake—non-alcoholic options are available too. The only downside is a slightly damp, musty smell in the room. Location-wise, it’s excellent—just a short walk from the train station and close to convenience stores. Note that there’s no complimentary breakfast buffet

Hotel is located near the subway and bus stop. Thus, making travel to places of interest easy. There’s also shopping and food within walking distance from the hotel. Breakfast is not bad considering the price point. Slight variations for breakfast are made daily too.