KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection by Best Western, is within walking distance of Nijō Castle and Kyoto Imperial Palace. Guests enjoy a continental breakfast before exploring Kawaramachi Street, then relax at the hotel bar. Free public WiFi keeps everyone connected.
Located in Central Kyoto, a neighbourhood in Kyoto, KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle is near a metro station. Nijō Castle and Kyoto Imperial Palace are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and Lake Biwa. Kyoto Gyoen National Garden and Funaoka Thermal Bath are also worth visiting. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
Upscale hotel remodelled in 2023 and located near Nijō Castle
Located close to Kyoto Imperial Palace, KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle provides a coffee shop/cafe, a bar and a gym. Free WiFi in public areas and a restaurant are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a lift and a front desk safe
A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free property and luggage storage
Concierge services
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 57 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks such as late-night room service and safes.
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi; wired internet (surcharge)
Parking and transport
No on-site parking available
Food and drink
Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: JPY 3,300 per person
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Things to do
Gym
Family friendly
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Gift shop/newsstand
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Shared microwave
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift
Smooth flooring in public areas
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
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Renovated entire property - May 2023
Smoke-free property
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bidet
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Towels provided
Entertainment
LCD TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Late-night room service
Minibar
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Air conditioning
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100-10,000 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.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately JPY 3300 per person
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
We should mention
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
Frequently asked questions
Is KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle located?
Located in Central Kyoto, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Kyoto Gyoen National Garden and Nijō Castle. Kyoto Imperial Palace and Shijo Street are also within 1 mile (2 km). Marutamachi Station is 8 minutes by foot and Nijojo-mae Station is 9 minutes.
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Reviews
Kaya Kyoto Nijo Castle BW Signature Collection Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Beautiful hotel, clean, and friendly staff. Will stay here again.
Eru
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Wendy
7 Feb, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful spacious room and staff was extremely attentive and friendly. Would highly recommend.
Wendy
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Carissa
12 Mar, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were super friendly and helpful. They have a hand held translator to help communicate when necessary. The rooms were clean and they provided plenty of amenities. It was perfectly located for my needs, and pretty close to some touristy areas as well.
One of the best hotels I’ve stayed at. The room we stayed at was spacious. Staff was was always friendly and they have complimentary juice, coffee, and alcohol at a specific time. Highly recommend!
It’s a beautiful hotel in a quiet neighborhood of Kyoto near Niko Castle. The staff are courteous and professional. The room was spacious, comfortable, clean and so beautiful. I’d love to come back here on my next stay.
The room was peaceful with every amenity available. Excellent strong pressure shower. The receptionists were welcoming and kind.
Jill
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Emma
17 Jan, 2026
Lovely room and bathroom. More space than we expected. Coffee machine and kettle in room. Downstairs lunge open during the day with free wine, sake, tea, coffee and snacks. Lovely extra we didn't expect. Staff very helpful and friendly