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Umekoji Potel KYOTO

Kyoto Prefecture／About a 3-minute walk from JR Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.
¥14,662～
No meals ; 2 peopleTax included¥12,910〜
(USD 81.10)

A warm, multi-use “Potel” thoughtfully crafted with meticulous attention to Kyoto details.

Nice to meet you—we’re Potel. Not “Hotel,” but “Potel.” Located next to the lush Umekoji Park, Kyoto Aquarium, and the Kyoto Railway Museum, we offer an exceptionally convenient base for sightseeing. In our guest-only space, “Awai no Ma,” you’ll find a curated selection of books and records chosen especially for Potel, along with board games. Plus, with a café and restaurant connected directly to the park, and in the alleys of “Umekoji Yokocho,” there are plenty of places to unwind—like a nostalgic public bathhouse and a fermentation brewery where you can enjoy standing drinks. Whether you’re staying overnight or visiting for the day, spend a relaxing moment at Umekoji Potel Kyoto.

4.55 - Wonderful(253)
  • A fun hotel for the whole family.

    This was our second stay, following our visit in January.There are many Hotels in Kyoto I’d like to try, but when traveling with our 18-month-old child, we haven’t found any Hotel with better conditions than Potel.The playroom is spacious enough for a child to run around a bit, and it has a wooden ball pit and a picture-book corner. The breakfast menu is excellent and easy to share even for a baby in the later weaning stage. The Room size is great, the staff are kind to children, and the location—close to Kyoto Aquarium, the Kyoto Railway Museum, and Umekoji Park—is perfect. Everything is outstanding!On this stay, we were also happy that the alcohol service hours had been extended. We also appreciated being able to enjoy the breakfast buffet not only at the breakfast venue but in our Room as well, which made it easier to match our child’s eating pace.

    *あおやま* 7/22/2026
  • A Fun Hotel One Stop from Kyoto Station

    We stayed on a weekday right after the start of summer vacation. There were a few children around, but during meals it was quiet, and we were able to enjoy dinner in a calm atmosphere. The service was attentive as well. With complimentary drinks available throughout the Hotel, an adjacent koji shop, and a bath styled like a retro Showa-era public bathhouse, it was such a fun place that we wanted to stay forever. I stayed with my elderly mother, and there wasn’t a single inconvenience; all the staff were kind, everything was clean, and the design sense was excellent. On our way home we said, “When we come to Kyoto, this is the place.” Unlike bland Hotels near the station, this is a Hotel that leaves you feeling warm inside.

    よっしーとおばあちゃん 7/31/2026

Facilities and Services

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Large public bath / Sauna / Within a 5-minute walk from the station / Within a 5-minute walk to the convenience store.
IN15:00～24:00
OUT11:00
Number of rooms144 rooms
PetNot allowed
Your childPermitted

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TWF
Wood Flat Twin (25㎡) / With Shower
  • Twin
  • 25㎡
  • Capacity 1~2 people

[Early Bird 90] <No Meals> Book Early! Enjoy a Fulfilling Hotel Stay with Public Bath and Free-Flow Drink Space

IN 15:00～18:00
OUT 11:00
¥14,662～
No meals ; 2 peopleTax included¥12,910〜
(USD 81.10)

【Early Bird 60】<No Meals Included> Book early! Enjoy a Hotel stay with a public bath and free-flow drink space.

IN 15:00～22:00
OUT 11:00
¥15,524～
No meals ; 2 peopleTax included¥13,664〜
(USD 85.83)
Wooden box
Wood Box Twin (25m²) / With Shower
  • Twin
  • 25㎡
  • Capacity 1~2 people

[Early Bird 90] <No Meals> Book Early! Enjoy a Fulfilling Hotel Stay with Public Bath and Free-Flow Drink Space

IN 15:00～18:00
OUT 11:00
¥14,662～
No meals ; 2 peopleTax included¥12,910〜
(USD 81.10)

【Early Bird 60】<No Meals Included> Book early! Enjoy a Hotel stay with a public bath and free-flow drink space.

IN 15:00～22:00
OUT 11:00
¥15,524～
No meals ; 2 peopleTax included¥13,664〜
(USD 85.83)
Parkside Double

[Early Bird 90] <No Meals> Book Early! Enjoy a Fulfilling Hotel Stay with Public Bath and Free-Flow Drink Space

IN 15:00～18:00
OUT 11:00
¥14,662～
No meals ; 2 peopleTax included¥12,910〜
(USD 81.10)

【Early Bird 60】<No Meals Included> Book early! Enjoy a Hotel stay with a public bath and free-flow drink space.

IN 15:00～22:00
OUT 11:00
¥15,524～
No meals ; 2 peopleTax included¥13,664〜
(USD 85.83)

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Introduction of the Accommodation

Interior
Stairs
Library
Coffee
Record
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Bath
Bath
Sauna
Interior
Stairs
More than just a place to stay: the Potel experience
■ Awai no Ma / 2nd–5th Floors

In the “Awai Lounge,” we offer themed spaces featuring Kyoto-related books, records, and board games. Browse for a book that catches your eye, lose yourself in music, or break the ice with fellow guests over a game. Why not step out of your Room and explore?

The wall-to-wall bookshelves are lined with a wide variety of titles selected by Atsushi Horibe, a book sommelier and the owner of Seikosha, a bookstore in Kyoto. Enjoy discovering books you wouldn’t normally pick up and getting so absorbed in reading that you lose track of time.

A curated selection of board games to suit your stay at Potel. From children to adults, and sometimes even across language barriers, enjoy fun moments playing with new friends and losing track of time.

The record shelves lined with countless album covers may feel nostalgic to some listeners, yet fresh and new to others. Why not choose a track, and lose yourself in the sound, the lyrics behind the song, and memories from that time? We offer a selection of records curated for each season.

A “PoMap,” themed “Guiding you to an unseen Kyoto” and created as a spin-off of Po Magazine under the supervision of Kyoto-based editor bank to, is available at the front desk. “PoMap, made with you” includes a space where guests can share recommended spots with one another.

2F: We offer soft drinks, beer, wine, highballs, chuhai, and light snacks. 3F: Enjoy hand-drip coffee made with carefully selected beans supervised by Hiroshi Makino of Coffeebase—ground fresh on site.

Right in front of you are Kyoto Tower, To-ji Temple, the mountains of Kyoto, the Shinkansen running below, and an endless sky. An open terrace where you can also enjoy the ever-changing scenery of the sky.

A space for families and groups to enjoy, from children to adults.

■Umekoji Yokocho

A relaxing spot where you can drop in anytime and experience traditional Japanese public bath culture.

Umekoji Sento Pote-yu
Umekoji Sento Pote-yu

In the Reiwa era, we’ve intentionally created a public bathhouse, “Poteyu.” In Kyoto—home to many bathhouses—you can experience traditional sento culture up close, including fixed shower stations and classic mural art that are becoming increasingly rare.

Umekoji Fermentation Lab

Discover new insights into alcohol and fermentation here. We also feature an on-site koji room (kojimuro) where koji—the key ingredient in fermented foods—is made.

Facilities and Equipment of Accommodation

  • The room
    The room
  • Restaurant
    Restaurant

Notice from the Accommodation

  • Announcement

    About the Kyoto City Accommodation Tax System

    The Accommodation Tax is not included in the Accommodation Fee. Please pay it at the Hotel.

    Accommodation Fee under JPY 6,000: Tax JPY 200
    Accommodation Fee from JPY 6,000 to under JPY 20,000: Tax JPY 400
    Accommodation Fee from JPY 20,000 to under JPY 50,000: Tax JPY 1,000
    Accommodation Fee from JPY 50,000 to under JPY 100,000: Tax JPY 4,000
    Accommodation Fee of JPY 100,000 or more: Tax JPY 10,000

    * For online Reservations, please note that the displayed rates exclude the Accommodation Tax.
    * For Accommodation Tax purposes, “Accommodation Fee” refers to a room-only rate excluding meals and consumption tax.
    * The Accommodation Tax amount is charged per person per night based on the Accommodation Fee.

  • [Experience Image] Family

    Children’s Rates and How to Make a Reservation for Children

    ■Elementary School Children
    How to enter your Reservation: Please enter the number of children in the applicable fields for upper grades and lower grades.
    *Child Sharing Existing Bedding is not available.*

    Fees: The same rate as adults applies from elementary school age.

    ■Preschool Children
    How to enter your Reservation: Please enter the number of children under “Infant (No meals / No bedding)”.
    *Reservations are accepted only under “No meals / No bedding”.*

    Fees: Ages 0–2 (free)
    　　　Ages 3–6 (Facility usage fee: JPY 2,200 per person per night, tax included)

    *The additional fees above must be paid separately at the Hotel on the day of your stay.*
    *For children subject to the Facility usage fee, breakfast is free if an adult in the same party has a breakfast-included plan.*
    *Dinner can be ordered additionally on the day.*
    *Please specify your preschool child’s age in the remarks field.*

Basic Information

Card information
VISA / MASTER / JCB / AMEX / DINERS / UnionPay
Pets
Not allowed
Breakfast■ “Unlimited Breakfast” — a flexible breakfast style you can enjoy anytime, anywhere, as many times as you like During breakfast service hours, feel free to visit the buffet whenever you want—again and again. Not only in the restaurant, but also in various designated dining areas throughout the property—such as the café, your Room terrace, or the rooftop terrace—you can take your meal to go and enjoy it wherever you like. Savor a Kyoto-style breakfast made with carefully selected fresh ingredients in a comfortable spot while you unwind—and enjoy POTEL’s Unlimited Breakfast.
Your child
You can stay.
Room service
Not available
Common amenities
  • × Shampoo · conditioner
  • × Body soap · soap
  • ○ Towel · Bath towel
  • × Body towel · sponge
  • ○ Toothbrush set
  • × Comb · Brush
  • × Shower cap
  • × Hair dryer
  • × Shaving
  • × Shaving Gel/Foam
  • × Bath additives
  • × Yukata
  • ○ Nightwear
  • × Bathrobe
  • ○ Slippers
  • × facial cleanser
  • × Toner
  • × Lotion
  • × Makeup remover
  • × Cotton swab
  • × Cotton
  • × Clothing deodorizing spray
  • ○ Refrigerator
  • × Minibar
  • ○ Electric kettle
  • × Tea set (free)
  • × Television
  • ○ Safe
  • × Scale
  • × Trouser press
  • × Free morning edition
  • × Pay-per-view broadcast
  • × Satellite broadcasting
  • × Video on Demand
  • × Radio
  • × CD player
  • × DVD player
  • × Blu-ray player
  • × Speakers for portable audio
  • × In-room PCs and tablets
Facilities and Features
  • × Hot spring
  • × Rooms with open-air baths available
  • × Open-air bath
  • × Free-flowing hot spring
  • ○ Large public bath
  • × Private bath
  • ○ Sauna
  • × Ganbanyoku (rock bathing)
  • ○ Within a 5-minute walk from the station
  • ○ Within a 5-minute walk to the convenience store.
  • × Indoor pool
  • × Outdoor pool
  • × Pet-friendly
  • × Spa facility
  • × Fitness
  • × Free shuttle service
  • × Shuttle Service (Paid)
  • × Room service
  • × Room Service Available 24 Hours
  • × Barrier-free
  • × Childcare services
Esthetic Massage
None
Fitness gym
None
Public Bath
The number of Public Bath
2
Business Hours
15:00~24:00
Hot spring
None
Free-flowing
None
Milky hot spring water
None
Additional Information
Remarks
A brand-new sento (public bath) born in the Reiwa era—nostalgic, yet not old-fashioned. Sauna and cold plunge pool available! Enjoy sento culture while admiring the bathhouse mural painted by a professional sento mural artist. Hours: 6:00–10:00 / 15:00–24:00 [Important Notes for Use] - Under Kyoto City ordinances, mixed bathing is not permitted for guests aged 7 and over. - Guests wearing diapers, regardless of age, may not use the bathtub. - As this facility recreates a traditional-style sento, it may be inconvenient for guests with small children. - Please refrain from taking photos or videos in the changing room or bathing area. - Bathing while clothed and use while wearing swimwear are not permitted.
SaunaAvailable
Hot stone spaNone
Others* We can store your luggage at the front desk before check-in and after check-out. * Children in elementary school or older cannot use Child Sharing Existing Bedding and will be charged the same rate as adults. * For children aged 3 to under elementary school age, a Facility usage fee of JPY 2,200 per child per night (tax included) will be collected on site. * How to enter Reservations for preschool children: Please enter the number of children under “Infant [No meals / No bedding].” We do not accept Reservations under any option other than “Infant [No meals / No bedding].”

Reviews

Overall Score
4.55
Wonderful (253)
  • Rooms & Amenities
    4.54
  • Facility
    4.72
  • Hospitality & Service
    4.56
  • Meals
    4.48
  • Onsen & Bath
    4.39
  • Satisfaction
    4.61

*Reviews that have been translated from Japanese.*

*Showing only reviews from 一休.com (Japanese) and Yahoo!トラベル.*

Access Information

Address
Kyoto Prefecture15 Kankiji-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto City
TEL：+81-75-284-1100

■By Train
- 15 minutes on foot west from the Central Exit of JR Kyoto Station
- 5 minutes on foot from Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station (JR Sagano Line)

■By Bus
- Kyoto City Bus (from Kyoto Station)
[Stop B3] Routes 205, 208, 103, 104, 110, 86, and 88
[Stop A3] Route 206
[Stop C5] Routes 33 and Special Route 33
From JR Kyoto Station to “Shichijo Omiya / In front of Kyoto Aquarium,” then about a 5-minute walk
- Keihan Kyoto Kotsu (from Kyoto Station)
[Stop C2] Routes 2, 14,15,26,26B,and28A

■By Car
- From Osaka / Hiroshima area:
About a15-minute drive from the Meishin Expressway “Kyoto Minami IC”.
- From Kyoto / Nagoya area:
About a30-minute drive from the Meishin Expressway “Kyoto Higashi IC”.

Parking Information
Fee
Parking fee per night for guests ¥2,500
Parking time
From 12:00 on the check-in date until 12:00 on the check-out date.
Parking space
No restrictions
Number of parking spaces
18 cars available outdoor
Valet service
Unavailable
[Parking] Capacity: 18 vehicles
The on-site parking lot is a paid coin-operated parking facility operated by Amano Management Service Co., Ltd.
It is shared by guests staying at the Accommodation and visitors to nearby facilities.
Accommodation guests may use it at the discounted rate below.

Discounted rate for staying guests: JPY 2,500/day (from 12:00 on the check-in date to 12:00 on the check-out date)
* Please settle payment at the front desk.
* Reservations are not accepted.
* Spaces are limited; if the lot is full, please use a nearby coin-operated parking lot.
If you use a nearby coin-operated parking lot, all fees will be borne by the guest.

Pickup and drop-off information
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