In the heart of Kyoto, Hotel Banister Kyoto welcomes you with a tranquil garden and playground. Savor breakfast at BANISTER CAFE, explore nearby To-ji Temple and Kyoto Tower, or unwind with a drink at the bar. With in-room WiFi and bike rentals available, previous guests rave about their stay.
Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Bar
Parking available
24/7 front desk
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurants and bar/lounge
Room service
Room service
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Garden
Front desk safe
Snack bar/deli
Concierge services
Luggage storage
Playground
Feel at home (6)
Playground on-site
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Room options
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Standard Double
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Bidet
18 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Standard Twin
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Bidet
18 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Single Beds
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Family Room (Japanese Western Room)
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
3 reviews
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Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
2 bedrooms
42 sq m
Sleeps 7
2 Large Single Beds and 5 Single Futons
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Hotel Banister Kyoto puts you a short five-minute drive from Kyoto Tower and Kawaramachi Street. The bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can visit BANISTER CAFE, which serves Fusion cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other features include a snack bar/deli, a terrace and a garden. Public transportation is close by: Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station is only 14 minutes on foot.
Languages
Chinese (Cantonese), Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese
At a glance
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Hotel size
10 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Additional fees of JPY 1,000 (taxes excluded) per person per day apply for children ages 5 and younger when sharing a bed with an adult and using existing bedding. Fees are collected at the property.
Guests booked in Half Board rates must check-in by 9 PM to receive dinner.
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
On-site parking is limited
Free off-site parking nearby; booking required
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Other information
Designated smoking area (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (late night)
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Playground
Children's menu
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Luggage storage
Bike hire
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Accessibility
Lift
Room amenities
Be entertained
Tablet computer
LCD television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Electric kettle
Slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Pillow-top mattress
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Free international and local calls
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Guidebooks/recommendations
Special features
Dining
BANISTER CAFE – This bistro specialises in Fusion cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
BANISTER CAFE – On-site bar. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 200–1,000 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.
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Policies
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 accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
HOTEL BANISTER
BANISTER KYOTO
Hotel Banister Kyoto Hotel
Hotel Banister Kyoto Kyoto
Hotel Banister Kyoto Hotel Kyoto
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Banister Kyoto offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Banister Kyoto does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Banister Kyoto?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Banister Kyoto?
Yes. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Banister Kyoto?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Hotel Banister Kyoto and nearby?
Hotel Banister Kyoto has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Banister Kyoto?
Yes, BANISTER CAFE offers Fusion cuisine.
What's the area around Hotel Banister Kyoto like?
Hotel Banister Kyoto is a short 15-minute walk from Kyoto Tower and 18 minutes' walk from Kawaramachi Street.
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Hotel Banister Kyoto Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
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Aquariums
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
8 Mar, 2025
Location is great, next to Kyoto aquarium and a nice park. Staff are all very nice and helpful, also English friendly. Some of the floor mattresses for the tatami room and pillows were heavily stained but other than that everything was nice and clean.
David
David, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Jun, 2025
good
JAE GAB
JAE GAB, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Aug, 2024
Everything was great and the space in the rooms are perfect more than enough space for literally everything.
Mashuk
Mashuk, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Jun, 2023
This hotel was wonderful and the staff were very kind as well. None of my friends nor myself have any complaints about the place as a whole - it was very nice to stay here.
Kayla
Kayla, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 Nov, 2023
Very nice hotel and comfortable stay. Good accommodating for luggages storage before/after checkin. Too bad the breakfast required reservation and there wasn't much restaurant to close by. Close-by To-ji, train museum and aquarium.
Alvin
Alvin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 Jun, 2023
The room is very modern, clean and high tech! The staff are very friendly!
Ross
8/10 Very good
6 Dec, 2024
Staff were very friendly and helped us store our luggage for us before check in time. Our room was very spacious and clean. The bed and pillows were comfortable and there was also Netflix available (Japanese only but you can select Eng subtitles). Downside is that there is nothing in the area so you need to spend quite a bit of time travelling to the tourist attractions. Also it is also located near a train track and the windows are thin so you can hear trains running if you’re a light sleeper.
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Sept, 2024
15min walk.to station, only difficult in the heat. Only issue was hearing people walk around loudly at night on the floor above.
Jasmine
Jasmine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 Nov, 2023
Great location and spacious rooms
We had a great stay at Hotel Banister Kyoto. The hotel is located in a quiet area within a 10-min walk from the main Kyoto station. There is plenty of convenience stores, restaurants and a large mall within walking distance. We also found the park 2mins walk great give our kids a run around at (the aquarium is next to the park too).
The room itself was spacious with a good layout. It had lots of great amenities and comfy beds.
There is a small cafe and restaurant on the lobby but we never used it as the cafe didn’t open until 11 (even for coffee).
Overall we had a great stay and would highly recommend.
Lucy
Lucy, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Apr, 2025
Perfect hotel, close to Kyoto station
We had a fantastic stay at Hotel Banister Kyoto. The location was perfect – central and with easy access to Kyoto Station, making it very convenient to get around. The staff were incredibly friendly, helpful, and always ready to assist.
The rooms were spacious, comfortable, and modern, with a great bathroom. We had a small issue with the hot water at first, but the staff quickly resolved it.
Overall, we were very pleased with our stay and would definitely recommend Hotel Banister Kyoto to other travelers.
The hotel is not in the busy area but there are enough restaurants around and not too far to walk to Kyoto station so I think it’s good option for travelers. The rooms are very clean and large, very good for families.
Dan
Dan, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Apr, 2025
Absolutely loved the location and room we stayed in! Short walk from Kyoto Station, lots of Family Mart , 7-Eleven and Lawsons nearby! Also walkable to many other dining options. If youre adventurous like my husband and I were, we walked to Nishiki Market and Fushimi Inari and got lost in the beauty of Kyoto !
The room was quiet and surprisingly being by the train tracks, we barely heard them pass by!
The staff were so excellent with food/sightseeing suggestions and even helped us figure out how to work the shower LOL !!! We are from Canada and used to just turning the tap on and adjusting the heat. This bathroom has a keypad for the room hot water/shower/bath we couldn't figure out! The staff were so sweet when we went to ask how to work the hot water and bathroom tablet!
I would definitely stay here again during our next Japan trip!