[Opening in 2025] A base for sightseeing in Kyoto! Courtyard by Marriott Kyoto Shijo Karasuma

[Opening in 2025] A base for sightseeing in Kyoto! Courtyard by Marriott Kyoto Shijo Karasuma

Courtyard by Marriott Kyoto Shijo Karasuma opened on August 27, 2025. Located in Shijo, the heart of Kyoto, this hotel is ideal for sightseeing and leisure. In this article, we will introduce the charms of this hotel in detail.

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A hotel where you can feel the Japanese atmosphere and feel comfortable in every situation

Courtyard by Marriott Kyoto Shijo Karasuma is a one-minute walk from Shijo Station on the Kyoto Municipal Subway Karasuma Line. Kyoto Station, where you can transfer to the Shinkansen and JR lines, is just a three-minute subway ride away, making it an ideal location with excellent access to Kyoto's famous tourist spots.

The area around the hotel is perfect for strolling through atmospheric streets, as well as finding a wide variety of restaurants and shopping malls. You can enjoy a comfortable stay while immersing yourself in the atmosphere of Kyoto.

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Please come to the hotel by train or bus.

When staying at Courtyard by Marriott Kyoto Shijo Karasuma, we recommend using public transportation. It is about 10 minutes by train or bus from Kyoto Station, making it very convenient for accessing various parts of the city.

*There is no parking lot at this hotel.

For those using trains

・1 minute walk from Shijo Station on the Kyoto Municipal Subway Karasuma Line

・Approximately a 5-minute walk from Karasuma Station on the Kyoto Kyoto Line

For those using the bus

From Kyoto Station, take the Kyoto Bus No. 17 (bound for Ohara) and get off at Shijo Karasuma. It is a 1-minute walk from there.

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Relax in a relaxing room to soothe your travel fatigue

The guest rooms, based on the concept of "a fusion of modern and past Kyoto cityscapes," express a cityscape that blends Kyoto's present and past scenery. You can relax in a space that evokes the unique atmosphere of Kyoto, where traditional beauty and modern comfort are in harmony.

Larger Guest Room Twin (30m²) Capacity: 1-3 people

Enjoy a relaxing stay in this comfortable room, which combines the warmth of Japanese culture with a sophisticated design. A sofa bed is provided for 3 guests.

Larger Guest Room Twin

Larger Guest Room Twin

Larger Guest Room Twin Bathroom

Larger Guest Room Twin Bathroom

Guest Room King (23㎡) Capacity: 1-2 people

Enjoy a relaxing sleep in the large bed. The walls are decorated with designs that evoke Kyoto's past and present, allowing you to feel the essence of Kyoto.

Guest Room King

Guest Room King

Guest Room King Bathroom

Guest Room King Bathroom

Junior Suite Twin (47㎡) Capacity: 1-2 people

Located on the 9th floor, the Mogami floor of the hotel, this room makes the most of its spaciousness. The sophisticated design with a Japanese feel will take you to a comfortable, extraordinary experience. Enjoy a special moment that will remain in your travel memories.

Junior Suite Twin

Junior Suite Twin

Junior Suite Twin

Junior Suite Twin

Junior Suite Twin Bathroom

Junior Suite Twin Bathroom

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Breakfast featuring bread from Bakery Shinshindo

The all-day dining restaurant "Le Bon Vivre" on the first floor of the hotel serves a semi-buffet breakfast featuring mainly Western dishes and bread from Shinshindo Bakery, a bakery with over 100 years of history in Kyoto.


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24-hour fitness facility available

The hotel's third floor is equipped with a 24-hour fitness center where you can use weights and various exercise machines.

Fitness

Fitness

Introducing tourist spots around the hotel

Nishiki Market (10 minutes from the hotel)

This shopping street is where you can find Kyoto's freshest vegetables, fish, and other seasonal ingredients. It has been used by locals for a long time, and you can experience Kyoto's unique food culture here. It is about 400 meters long and has about 130 stores lined up, and there is a roof so you can enjoy it even on rainy days.

[Opening in 2025] A base for sightseeing in Kyoto! Courtyard by Marriott Kyoto Shijo Karasuma

Access example: 10 minutes walk from the hotel.

Nishiki Market

Nishiki Market

Kyoto, Kyoto City, Nakagyo, Nishidaimonji-cho 609

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Yasaka Shrine

Located in Kyoto's Gion district, this prestigious shrine has a history of over 1,000 years and has been loved by the locals since ancient times. Its striking bright red gate allows visitors to enjoy the changing scenery throughout the year, with cherry blossoms in the spring, green trees in the summer, autumn leaves in the fall, and snow in the winter.

[Opening in 2025] A base for sightseeing in Kyoto! Courtyard by Marriott Kyoto Shijo Karasuma

Access example: From the hotel, walk 5 minutes to Karasuma Station on the Hankyu Kyoto Line, then get off at Kyoto Kyoto Station, then walk 8 minutes.

Yasaka Shrine

Yasaka Shrine

Kyoto Prefecture, Kyoto City, Higashiyama ward, Gionmachi North 625

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Kiyomizu-dera Temple

Built approximately 1,250 years ago, this famous temple is one of Kyoto's most famous and is registered as a World Heritage Site. From the large wooden stage that juts out from a cliff about 13 meters high, you can get a panoramic view of Kyoto's cityscape. It's a spectacular view that you'll never forget once you've seen it.

[Opening in 2025] A base for sightseeing in Kyoto! Courtyard by Marriott Kyoto Shijo Karasuma

Access example: From the hotel, walk 5 minutes to Shijo Karasuma Station on Kyoto City Bus Route 207, then get off at Shimizu Station. From there, walk for about 10 minutes.

Kiyomizudera Temple

Kiyomizudera Temple

Kyoto Prefecture, Kyoto City, Higashiyama ward, Kiyomizu 1-294

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Courtyard by Marriott Kyoto Shijo Karasuma is the perfect choice for your trip to Kyoto.

Courtyard by Marriott Kyoto Shijo Karasuma is easily accessible and is the perfect base for sightseeing in Kyoto. You can relax and unwind in a tranquil space. Be sure to stay here when traveling to Kyoto with family or friends.

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