Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho – A Favorite for Families in Kyoto

The hotel offers natural hot spring baths exclusive to guests, including five private onsens available on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservation needed. Guests also have access to a sauna, open-air bath, and public bath, along with massage chairs and a full range of body treatments such as back, foot, and head massages. After bathing, free ice pops and Yakult drinks are provided in the lobby, and a selection of 14 complimentary teas is available all day.

All rooms are air-conditioned and equipped with flat-screen TVs, safety deposit boxes, and tatami floors. Guests are provided with yukatas and pajamas for in-hotel wear, and a pillow bar on each floor offers a range of pillow types on a first-come, first-served basis. The entire hotel interior is covered in tatami mats, requiring guests to leave shoes in lockers at the entrance.

The on-site restaurant serves a daily buffet breakfast with American, Asian, and vegetarian options, plus a kaiseki dinner available by reservation. Free late-night soba noodles are offered after 9:30 PM, and a vending machine provides wine and champagne. The hotel also accommodates dietary needs with a kid-friendly buffet and vegetarian kaiseki meals on request.

Located 1.7 km from Kyoto Station and within a 3-minute walk of Umekoji Station, the hotel sits in the Shimogyo Ward district for a less touristy feel. Nearby attractions include the Kyoto Railway Museum, Kyoto National Museum, and Nijo Castle, all reachable by public transport or short walks. Private parking is available on-site for guests with vehicles.

The hotel offers family rooms and a child-friendly buffet at the restaurant, along with board games and puzzles for younger guests. Kids can use the private onsens with their parents, and the close proximity to Umekoji Park and the Kyoto Railway Museum provides outdoor and educational activities. A 24-hour front desk and luggage storage make family travel more convenient.

Wellness: Natural hot spring baths, 5 private onsens, sauna, massage services

Dining: Buffet breakfast, vegetarian kaiseki, free late-night soba noodles

Location: 3 min walk to Umekoji Station, 1.7 km to Kyoto Station

Rooms: Tatami floors, air-conditioned, pillow bar, yukata provided

Family: Family rooms, child-friendly buffet, board games

Service: 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, private parking