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APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori

3.0 star property
Travelers find a peaceful retreat on Kyoto's quieter side, where the hotel's full-service spa offers soothing massages after exploring the historic city

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APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori is a perfect base to experience Kyoto's energy. Guests can book a spa treatment or walk to nearby Umekoji Park. The hotel offers practical amenities like in-room WiFi, laundry facilities, and luggage storage, plus a highly-rated multilingual staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is €40
21 Jun - 22 Jun

Room options

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Single Room, Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Twin Room, Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Single Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Twin Room, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Small Double Room, 1 Large Twin Bed, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Small Double Room, 1 Large Twin Bed, Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(66 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double Room, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double Room, Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Located in Shimogyo Ward, a neighbourhood in Kyoto, APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori is near a metro station and near theme parks. Kyoto Tower and Nishihonganji Temple are notable landmarks and Kyoto Aquarium is a popular local attraction. To-ji Temple and Kiyomizu Temple are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
Map
1 Aburanokoji-cho, Shiokoji-nishi, Aburanokoji-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8236

What's nearby

  • Kyoto Station Building
    Kyoto Station Building
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Umekoji Park
    Umekoji Park
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kyoto, Japan Skyline at the Tower
    Kyoto Tower
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kyoto Aquarium
    Kyoto Aquarium
    7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • 京都市四条河原町交差点の夜の景観。
    Kawaramachi Street
    12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Kyoto Station
    5 min walk
  • Kujo Station
    15 min walk
  • Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.)
    99 min drive

Restaurants

  • せいろ料理葵茶屋
    4 min walk
  • 美々卯 JR京都伊勢丹店
    4 min walk
  • TOP OF KYOTO
    2 min walk
  • Kurasu
    1 min walk
  • 天下一品八条口店
    4 min walk

About this property

APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori

  • Hotel near Umekoji Park
  • Located close to Kyoto Tower and Nishihonganji Temple, APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori provides an indoor public bath (no minerals), laundry facilities and a restaurant. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and express check-out
    • A 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff and a vending machine
    • Luggage storage, a lift and smoke-free property
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 516 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with bidets and shower/bath combinations
    • 50-inch LCD TVs with digital channels
    • LED light bulbs, fridges and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Covered parking on site (JPY 2,000 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: JPY 1,800 to 2,000 for adults and JPY 1,000 to 1,000 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Full-service spa

  • In-room massages
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 11 floors
  • Built in 2005
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • LED lighting

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: JPY 1000
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: JPY 1000
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 1800 to 2000 for adults and JPY 1000 to 1000 for children
  • Covered self-parking fee: JPY 2000 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in fee: JPY 1000 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: JPY 1000 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPay, Merpay and R Pay
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
Parking height restrictions apply
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities

Frequently asked questions

Is APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori?

As of 19 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori on 21 Jun 2026 start from €40, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori?

Self-parking is available for JPY 2000 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of JPY 1000 (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for JPY 1000 (subject to availability).

Where is APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori located?

Located in Shimogyo Ward, this spa hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Umekoji Park, Kyoto Aquarium and Kyoto Tower. Nishihonganji Temple and To-ji Temple are also within 15 minutes. Kujo Station is 15 minutes by foot and Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station is 16 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 560 out of 1136 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 382 out of 1136 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 132 out of 1136 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1136 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1136 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, good location, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alonso

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, beautiful location and with perfect access to outdoor activities / other needs. So much offered in terms of accommodation, amenities etc. lovely and helpful staff. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In a great location, the hotel offers spa bath which after long days of walking is amazing. There was laundry as well (at a cost, 600 yen). We enjoyed our stay and would come back again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jianli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small room but very clean and quiet. Love the price of staying, love the information they provide on TV once you walked in your room. Nothing complains. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Pelpolage

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is good
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Junko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spa was very nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, helpful staff and safe area
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location et excellent breakfast. Professional staff and very clean property.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room | Staff | Parking | Laundry All great ! Recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were excellent and very helpful. Location was great and close to Kyoto Station. Room and building were both very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Amenities
Great staff and great location at a great Price!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

K Paw

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The nation park was in a walking distance. The train station was in a
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ananth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing and house keeping was amazing as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great hotel with everything you need for a comfortable stay. It was spotless, and I’d happily stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great hotel with everything you need for a comfortable stay. It was spotless, and I’d happily stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was nice and well-maintained. Entrance had steps and no ramp, if that matters to you. The staff were helpful. The room and bathroom were clean. Both a little on the smaller end if you prefer more space. The location was incredible - next door to 711 and a quick walk from Kyoto Stn. They also had an onsen which I didn’t use but appeared to be popular. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
APA is a great hotel. My only complaint is the room is so small that there isn’t much room to put your luggage. They have space for under the bed storage but if you have large luggage it doesn’t fit under the bed so you end up very crowded and have to move around luggage. The breakfast was delicious and very convenient to have available to us.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GABRIEL

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything just right. Location,staff, accessable. Close to main bus and train station. Plenty of bars and restaurants near by
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, close to Kyoto station and Aeon mall. Coin laundry can be a little tricky as they only have 3 small machines, good enough for under garments. Prepay for breakfast. Rooms are small in size but that is Apa’s contribution to the environment. Just enough to shower, sleep and washroom. Otherwise great hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Loredana

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, clean hotel and great spa
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything stood out clean room excellent staff great amenities even the location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Ryan S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is great. Fairly decent with English. Enough to not need a translator. But very helpful. Rooms are extremely small, even for Japan. Onsen is very nice for a hotel. Just bathe there, it's easier. Convenient store 7-11 basically is connected, that's convenient. Lol. Breakfast is calories.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great onsen. Small rooms. Great tv. Super clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice Faye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a solo traveler. It was probably the smallest hotel room I’ve ever stayed in, but as soon as I settled, I found it quite comfortable. I was on the 11th floor in the corner room and truly enjoyed the window view of the railways and the passing by Haruka express trains. The only issue I had at first was an air conditioner that blew a seriously cold air into my face at night. Sleeping without it was not an option, but later I found my way around it. I also did not visit the public baths, since they were always crowded. But that has not affected my stay, and I still think that my time in Kyoto was the most beautiful and rewarding holiday ever. Everything was very clean and organised in the hotel. I liked that the TV showed the cleaning schedule, bath status, weather, and many other interesting and important pieces of information. The staff was super friendly and helpful, very professional. The hotel is located just a few minutes away from the Kyoto station, and I found it very convenient for everything I wanted to do or see as a first timer in the city.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2026