Smile Hotel Kyoto-shijo

In the heart of Kyoto’s Shijō/Shimogyo shopping district, minutes from Kyoto Art Center and Nishiki Market. A short walk to Nijo Castle, Kyoto Imperial Palace, Kyoto International Manga Museum and Kiyomizu Temple. This family-friendly hotel puts you steps from Pontocho, Gion and the city’s best strolls.

About 138 air-conditioned rooms with refrigerators, flat-screen TVs, blackout curtains and some in-room comforts like tea, slippers and bathrobes. Private bathrooms feature deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads, with convenient washer/dryer access and premium down bedding in many rooms. Simple, modern décor keeps the vibe clean and travel-ready.

Complimentary Wi‑Fi, an on-site restaurant and cafe, vending machines and a massage room. 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, laundromat/dry-cleaning services and a reception hall make arrivals and long stays easy — wake up to Kyoto mornings and step straight onto Shijo Street.

Event space of roughly 710 sq ft (66 m²) for meetings or small gatherings, plus a 24-hour front desk, dry cleaning/laundry and complimentary newspapers. Wi‑Fi is available in public areas and luggage storage supports business travelers.

On-site restaurant serves a buffet breakfast daily (7–10 AM) for a fee, and a cafe handles your coffee fixes. Enjoy local Kyoto flavors on-site and countless ramen and regional dining options just a short walk away.