AGORA KYOTO SHIJO, Kyoto – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Amenities
Agora Kyoto Shijo offers 80 air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen TVs, electric kettles, safes, and free WiFi. Room types include twin, double, and corner suites with wooden floors and minimal decor. Corner rooms feature tatami mats and seating areas. Bathrooms have showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Some rooms include Bluetooth speakers and smart TVs with streaming services.
Onsite Dining
The hotel serves Japanese breakfast daily from 7:00 AM. The lobby lounge transforms into an open bar at night, offering a casual space to interact with locals. Guests can enjoy matcha tea prepared with a traditional tea kettle or coffee in the lounge. Bar staff serve drinks at counter seating overlooking Shijo Street.
Location & Access
Agora Kyoto Shijo is a 15-minute walk from Nishiki Market and Nijo Castle. It is near Shijo Metro Station (Tozai Line) and Karasuma Station (Hankyu Kyoto Line), providing direct links to Kyoto Station. Osaka International Airport is 45 km away; Itami Airport is 28 miles from the hotel.
Facilities & Services
The hotel has a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and free WiFi throughout. Coin-operated laundry machines are available on the 2nd floor. Staff offer personalized Kyoto travel recommendations via printed guides. Safety features include fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and first aid kits.
Unique Features
The lounge displays a traditional tea kettle and hosts evening social hours with locals. Corner rooms include complimentary houjicha tea and skincare sets. The hotel provides loaner items like humidifiers, irons, and phone chargers. Staff assist with transit directions to Osaka Expo 2025 via shuttle buses.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Laundry
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Bar/ Lounge area
Spa & Leisure
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Trouser press
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
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