Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

3.5 star property

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A modern interior with a central potted plant, wooden paneling, and a staircase in the background.
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a wall-mounted artwork.
A modern hotel lobby with a central staircase, a dining area, and a reception desk.
An interior view of a modern hotel lobby with an escalator leading to a second floor, a reception desk, and a dining area with a wooden floor.
A hotel room with two beds, a small table, a sofa, a large window, and a wall-mounted artwork.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is $52
$48 nightly
$52 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27

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Shijo-Dori, Fuya, Nishihairu, Tachiuri, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8005
  • Place, Nishiki Market
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Pontocho Alley
    ‪6 min walk‬

Room options

Forza Single Room, Non Smoking, Single Use

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Forza Double Room, Non Smoking, For 2 Guests

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Casual Twin Room, Non Smoking, For 2 Guests

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Forza Twin Room, Non Smoking, For 2 Guests

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Refresh Twin Room, Non Smoking, For 2 Guests

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Superior Twin Room, Non Smoking, For 2 Guests

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 274 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Casual Triple Room, Non Smoking, For 3 Guests

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 285 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Family Room, Non Smoking, For 3 Guests

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 339 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Forza Single Room, Non Smoking, For 2 Guests

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Forza Double Room, Non Smoking, Single Use

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Double Room, Non Smoking, For 2 Guests

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(53 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Double Room, Non Smoking, Single Use

  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Casual Twin Room, Non Smoking, Single Use

  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Forza Twin Room, Non Smoking, Single Use

  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Refresh Twin Room, Non Smoking, Single Use

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Superior Twin Room, Non Smoking, For 3 Guests

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 274 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Twin Room, Non Smoking, Single Use

  • 274 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Casual Triple Room, Non Smoking, For 2 Guests

  • 285 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Casual Triple Room, Non Smoking, Single Use

  • 285 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Refresh Twin Room (2 Adults)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Family Room (3 Adults)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Forza Single Room (1 Adult)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Run of House, Non Smoking, Single Use (Unable to choose the room or bed type)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Run of House, Non Smoking, 2 People Use (Unable to choose the room or bed type)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

With a stay at Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi, you'll be centrally located in Kyoto, steps from Nishiki Market and within a 5-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street. .This hotel is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Nijō Castle and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Kyoto Tower.

What's nearby

  • Shijo Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kawaramachi Street - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Pontocho Alley - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Kyoto Kawaramachi Station - 5 min walk
  • Shiyakusho-mae Station - 14 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪LIPTONティーハウス 四条店 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪KYOTO ENGINE RAMEN 京都炎神 KYOTO ENGINE - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪益や酒店 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪虎屋菓寮 京都四条店 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi offers 192 accommodations with bathrobes and slippers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Bathrooms include bidets, complimentary toiletries, hair dryers, and toothbrushes and toothpaste. In-room massages, irons/ironing boards, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 192 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include phones, as well as electric kettles and free tea bags/instant coffee.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-in, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: JPY 2,800 for adults and JPY 1,400 for children
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Coworking space

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 9 floors
  • Built in 2021
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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
Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

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 2800 for adults and JPY 1400 for children

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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Hotel
Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Kyoto
Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Hotel Kyoto

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1285 out of 1628 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 257 out of 1628 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 1628 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1628 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1628 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Armando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelent place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emylou

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was wonderful and staff was very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Petrica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, breakfast ok, very clean!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very helpful and the location is superb
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kalok

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location for tourists.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andre Scalco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel A very well-located hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very professional and accommodating staff. Great hotel and location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast buffet, location, modern and clean
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, well located and had a good vibe.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ernest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in good area.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kristen

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Loved my stay here. Central to everything we needed
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pavneet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Ambience, we loved the hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was excellent
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Windarwati

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So close to everything! Really great location and hotel. The room is spacious and clean, would return again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Adeline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel. Excellent location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

VANESSA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, great location and lovely staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vaneza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, close to many shops and close to the Gion. The staff were super friendly and communication was great. Good place to stay with familyz
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the large lobby and amenenties provided.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Talene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great hotel to stay at! It was in the most central area of Kyoto with all the shops being right outside. The staff were so helpful and friendly and the room had a good amount of space compared to other hotels in Japan.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

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Room was clean and the staff was very attentive
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were nice, the location was awesome. The breakfast buffet was decent.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carlo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, very helpful staff and delicious food
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Kam Yiu Sunny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location; helpful and attentive staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly Cherie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very accommodating! The rooms are clean and modern, and the location cannot be beat. I will be choosing this property every time when I come back to Kyoto!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026