🇯🇵 Kyoto, Japan
MIMARU京都 西洞院高辻
📍 782 Honryusui-cho, Takatsuji-agaru, Nishinotoin-dori, Kyoto-shi Shimogyo-ku, 600-8462
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Your stay — MIMARU京都 西洞院高辻
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The Property — MIMARU京都 西洞院高辻
MIMARU Kyoto Nishinotoin Takatsuji is a modern aparthotel that blends self‑catering practicality with Japanese design touches. The lobby is compact and quietly efficient—no grand gestures, just clean lines, warm wood, and a small tatami seating area where guests can slip off their shoes. It suits families or small groups who want the space of a short‑stay apartment (microwave, stovetop, separate sleeping area) without sacrificing the central location or the helpful 24‑hour front desk.
Chronicles of Kyoto
Kyoto served as Japan’s imperial capital for over a thousand years, from 794 until the Meiji Restoration moved the court to Tokyo in 1868. The city was famously spared from large‑scale bombing in WWII, so its layout still follows the original grid pattern of Heian‑kyō, with palaces, temples, and wooden machiya townhouses threaded along narrow lanes. Today Kyoto balances its role as a living museum of Zen gardens and tea ceremonies with a modern life of universities, tech offices, and a fiercely local food culture. The Gion district remains the most visible face of traditional geiko and maiko entertainment, though many visitors also come for the quieter, less‑touristed temples on the city’s eastern and northern edges.
Best Time to Visit
Full Kyoto guide →Best months
April (cherry blossom), November (autumn colours) and early December (fall foliage lingers, lighter crowds). These months combine comfortable temperatures (10–20°C) with the city’s two most photogenic seasons.
Peak / festival surge
Peak is April (Sakura season) and October–November (autumn leaves). Hotel prices double or triple, and advance booking is essential. The Gion Matsuri (July) also drives demand but brings extreme heat and humidity; prices rise for that week.
Budget shoulder season
May and late September offer pleasant weather (20–28°C), fewer tourists, and room rates 30–50% lower than peak. June is rainy but cheap and green; October is still busy but less expensive than November.
Weather & packing
Kyoto in summer is brutally humid and often rainy, with July highs around 32°C and monsoon downpours. Pack a lightweight, breathable rain jacket and a handheld fan—you will use both every day.
Live City Briefing — Kyoto
- Kyoto introduced a higher accommodation tax (up to ¥10,000 per person per night) from March 2026, so your final hotel bill will include an extra charge based on the room rate.
- The Karasuma Line (subway) is on an extended maintenance schedule through summer 2026, with some weekend closures along the north-south route. Check the Kyoto City Bus & Subway app for daily updates.
- A new direct bus service from Kyoto Station to Arashiyama (route 28) started in late 2025, bypassing the crowded Randen tram and cutting travel time by about 15 minutes during peak hours.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to MIMARU京都 西洞院高辻, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 5th or 6th floor, facing east (away from Nishinotoin-dori), for a quieter stay with minimal street noise and good light.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 2nd floor (direct street level, closest to Nishinotoin-dori traffic) and rooms facing west over the main road, where traffic noise is loudest in the morning and evening rush hours.
Best views
East-facing rooms on upper floors (5th-7th) offer a view over low-rise Kyoto rooftops and the Higashiyama hills in the distance, avoiding the main road vista.
Quietest floors
5th to 7th floors are quietest due to elevation above street noise and fewer footfall disturbances from the entrance and reception.
🔊 Noise notes
Nishinotoin-dori is a busy north-south city road with regular car, bus, and pedestrian traffic from early morning until late evening; Takatsuji-agaru side is quieter but still gets ambient city hum. The lift shaft and service entrance on the west side add mechanical noise on lower floors.
Insider tips
1. Check-in can be slow at peak times; arrive after 3pm to avoid queues. 2. Ask for a room with a kitchenette view (if available) — the in-room washer-dryer is a real bonus for longer stays, and a higher floor reduces noise from other guests using the ground-floor laundry.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — MIMARU京都 西洞院高辻
Free WiFi throughout; speed decent for browsing and video calls (approx. 20 Mbps down). Login via room number – no daily limit.
One elevator serves all floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand provided. The building is a modern 2017 aparthotel with no notable heritage quirks.
Check-in from 15:00, check-out by 11:00. Baggage drop from 14:00 is free. Late check-out until 13:00 costs JPY 3,000, after 13:00 another night charged.
Free before check-in and after check-out (on request); left-luggage lockers nearby at Kyoto Station (JPY 300-700 per 24h).
Step-free entrance and lift to all floors; doorways standard width (not extra-wide). Some room layouts may have narrow bathroom entry. No wheelchair-accessible rooms specifically designated.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Times Kyoto Nishinotoin (JPY 300 per hour, JPY 1,500 overnight 20:00-08:00), about 200 m walk. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: JPY 200 per person per night (for stays under JPY 20,000); up to JPY 500 if room rate exceeds JPY 19,999
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment at booking for most rates; a JPY 5,000 incidental hold per stay on a credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: 繁昌宮 (455 m · ~6 min walk)
- Place of worship: 三ツ森稲荷 (466 m · ~6 min walk)
- Place of worship: 日吉神社 (468 m · ~6 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: 光岸寺 (529 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
SUINA室町 — 417 m · ~5 min walk
光徳公園 — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
アートギャラリー メイジ — 138 m · ~2 min walk
KYOTO舞踏館 — 929 m · ~12 min walk
栂尾公園 — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 529 m · ~7 min walk
ダイガク薬局 — 41 m · ~1 min walk
ファミリーマート — 70 m · ~1 min walk
四条 — 560 m · ~7 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Japanese Yen, JPY
Use ATMs at 7-Eleven or Japan Post for decent rates; avoid airport and tourist bureau exchanges which give poor rates.
Major credit cards widely accepted in hotels and larger shops; many smaller restaurants and cafes only take cash, so keep yen on you.
Tipping is not customary in Japan; good service is the standard. Do not tip in restaurants, taxis, or hotels — it can cause confusion.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A drip coffee from a convenience store costs around ¥100–¥150. Vending machine coffee is ¥100–¥120.
A bowl of ramen or a donburi set at a local shop runs about ¥700–¥900.
A main dish at an izakaya or casual restaurant, like katsu curry or grilled fish set, typically ¥800–¥1,200.
The Nishiki Market area, about 15 minutes north on foot, has takoyaki, yakitori, and taiyaki stalls for ¥300–¥600 per item.
Super Tamade on Muromachi-dori and Kura Market near Gojo are budget supermarkets in walking distance; also try Aeon (slightly farther south).
Head to Shinkyogoku Shopping Street (15 min north) for discount clothing; Uniqlo is nearby for basics.
A Kyoto City Bus day pass is ¥600; from Kansai Airport, take the direct Kansai Airport Express bus to Kyoto Station (¥2,500, one hour), or the cheaper Nankai + JR via Shin-Osaka (around ¥1,450 but longer).
Buy a prepaid Icoca card at the station to save on individual bus/train fares. Eat at konbini (convenience stores) for a cheap breakfast (onigiri + tea ~¥250). Grab a glass of water free at temple water fountains instead of buying bottled drinks.
Good to know — Kyoto
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$1 ≈ ¥161.79 · JPY
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Kyoto, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at MIMARU京都 西洞院高辻
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 529 m · ~7 min walk — pharmacy · ダイガク薬局 — 41 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Kansai International Airport (KIX) → The Celestine Hotel Gion
💡 Pre-book via hotel concierge for fixed rates. Shared taxis available at 50% cost if flexible on timing.
Kansai International Airport (KIX) → The Celestine Hotel Gion
💡 Cheapest option with direct hotel drop-off. Slower but reliable. Book online 1 day prior for discounts.
Gojo Station area → Gion-Shojo Station / Local Exploration
💡 Red line tram runs directly through Gion. Buy rechargeable IC card (ICOCA) at station for seamless local travel throughout Kyoto.
Kansai International Airport (KIX) → The Celestine Hotel Gion
💡 Most economical airport option. Get JR Pass if staying multiple days. Direct train to Kyoto Station, then 10-min walk to Gion.
About Kyoto
Wikipedia ↗
Kyoto ( or ; Japanese: 京都, Kyōto [kʲoꜜː.to] ), officially Kyoto City (京都市, Kyōto-shi; [kʲoː.toꜜ.ɕi] ), is the capital city of Kyoto Prefecture in the Kansai region of Japan's largest and most populous island of Honshu. As of 2020, the city had a population of 1.46 million, making it the ninth-most p...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at MIMARU京都 西洞院高辻?
Request a room on the 5th or 6th floor, facing east (away from Nishinotoin-dori), for a quieter stay with minimal street noise and good light.
Which rooms should I avoid at MIMARU京都 西洞院高辻?
Avoid rooms on the 2nd floor (direct street level, closest to Nishinotoin-dori traffic) and rooms facing west over the main road, where traffic noise is loudest in the morning and evening rush hours.
Is MIMARU京都 西洞院高辻 noisy?
Nishinotoin-dori is a busy north-south city road with regular car, bus, and pedestrian traffic from early morning until late evening; Takatsuji-agaru side is quieter but still gets ambient city hum. The lift shaft and service entrance on the west side add mechanical noise on lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at MIMARU京都 西洞院高辻?
East-facing rooms on upper floors (5th-7th) offer a view over low-rise Kyoto rooftops and the Higashiyama hills in the distance, avoiding the main road vista.
What are insider tips for staying at MIMARU京都 西洞院高辻?
1. Check-in can be slow at peak times; arrive after 3pm to avoid queues. 2. Ask for a room with a kitchenette view (if available) — the in-room washer-dryer is a real bonus for longer stays, and a higher floor reduces noise from other guests using the ground-floor laundry.
What time is check-in at MIMARU京都 西洞院高辻?
Check-in at MIMARU京都 西洞院高辻 is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does MIMARU京都 西洞院高辻 have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout; speed decent for browsing and video calls (approx. 20 Mbps down). Login via room number – no daily limit.
Is there a city or tourist tax at MIMARU京都 西洞院高辻?
JPY 200 per person per night (for stays under JPY 20,000); up to JPY 500 if room rate exceeds JPY 19,999
Where can I eat cheaply near MIMARU京都 西洞院高辻?
A bowl of ramen or a donburi set at a local shop runs about ¥700–¥900.
What is the cheapest way to get around from MIMARU京都 西洞院高辻?
A Kyoto City Bus day pass is ¥600; from Kansai Airport, take the direct Kansai Airport Express bus to Kyoto Station (¥2,500, one hour), or the cheaper Nankai + JR via Shin-Osaka (around ¥1,450 but longer).
When is the best time to visit Kyoto?
April (cherry blossom), November (autumn colours) and early December (fall foliage lingers, lighter crowds). These months combine comfortable temperatures (10–20°C) with the city’s two most photogenic seasons.
Top Attractions in Kyoto
💡 Free to wander. Budget ¥500–1000 for sample-size meals like grilled mochi or tamagoyaki. Avoid 11:30am–1pm when it's packed with lunch crowds.
💡 Visit early morning for the koi ponds without crowds; at night during cherry blossom season (late March–early April) for the illuminated weeping cherry tree.
💡 Arrive by 7am to dodge crowds and get clear photos. The hike to the summit takes about 2 hours, but most tourists stop halfway, so the upper path is quieter.
💡 Arrive before 08:00 for near-solitude. Exit onto the north end and explore Okochi Sanso garden (entry fee) for a quieter extension of the walk.
💡 Entry is ¥620 (£3.50). Audio guide included free at entrance. Visit early to avoid queues; the ninomaru garden is underrated and peaceful.
💡 Entry is ¥400 (£2.20). Go late afternoon when the gold glows in low sun. Skip the tea house inside—overpriced and mediocre matcha.