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About the Hotel

Higashiyamaku Gioncho Minamigawa 575 Fuji Building 3F, Kyoto, Japan, 0

“I loved being in such a vibrant Kyoto neighborhood!”view full review

Sauna & Capsule Hotel Rumor Plaza features male-only capsule accommodations and a communal sauna in Kyoto's Higashiyama Ward. It offers amenities such as a 24-hour front desk, restaurant, and free WiFi throughout the property. This 8.8/10 rated hotel is located close to Gion Shijo Station.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Sauna & Capsule Hotel Rumor Plaza include air-conditioned capsules equipped with flat-screen TVs, accommodating two guests in a shared dormitory setting. Shared bathrooms and toilets are provided. Complimentary bottled water is available for guests.

Dining Options

A buffet featuring traditional Kyoto cuisine is served at the dining area. Guests can also enjoy meals at the on-site restaurant, which caters specifically to men.

Leisure & Nearby Attractions

Guests can unwind in the communal sauna and spa tub after a day of exploring nearby attractions. The hotel is located 0.5 km from Yasaka Shrine and 1 km from Nishiki Market.

Services & Transportation

Sauna & Capsule Hotel Rumor Plaza provides guests with luggage storage and dry cleaning services. The closest transport options include Gion and Shijo Keihan-mae bus stops, both just a 2-minute walk away.

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Choose your room type

The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Capsule Room Male Lower Level

1 person

2 m²

1 Single bed

Shower

Sauna

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Adjacent Standard Capsule Room Male

2 persons

4 m²

2 Single beds

Shower

Sauna

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Capsule Room Male Upper Level

1 person

2 m²

1 Single bed

Shower

Sauna

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Price and Room Availability

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Getting around

Comprehensive guide to transport options for seamless travel

City Centre

Kyoto 1.1 km

Airports

Itami (ITM) 49.4 km

Kobe (UKB) 79.8 km

Train

Gion Shijo Station300 m

Kawaramachi Station500 m

Underground

Sanjo Keihan700 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Wonderful Onsen Experience

“My time at the onsen was absolutely rejuvenating. The facility is open 24 hours, offering three different saunas along with a fantastic outdoor spa that boasts fine views of the city. I could relax here after a long day of exploring, and the variety of settings made it a refreshing retreat. I loved that all necessary toiletries were provided, which added to the convenience of the experience.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast Buffet

“The breakfast offered at the hotel exceeded my expectations. It featured a fantastic mix of traditional Japanese dishes alongside some continental options. Every morning, I enjoyed freshly prepared mackerel, miso, and rice, among other good items. This breakfast truly energized me for a day of sightseeing, and it was such a nice touch to have it included.” view full review

Comfortable Capsule Sleep

“Staying in the capsule room was a unique experience. I was actually surprised by how quiet it was, allowing me to have a deep and restful sleep. The capsule was well-designed, providing enough space to sit comfortably, and it came equipped with fresh linens and a personal TV. It truly seemed like my own cozy space away from the bustling atmosphere of Kyoto.” view full review

Excellent Bathing Facilities

“The bathrooms at Sauna & Capsule Hotel Rumor Plaza were really good. They included a public bathing area with spacious showers and all the essentials, such as razors and moisturizers. The pure experience of soaking in the tubs and using the sauna was a pleasure after long days filled with activities. I appreciated the sheer cleanliness and attention given to these facilities.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Security
Adults only
Luggage storage
Locker room
Lift
Coffee shop
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Services

Housekeeping
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Spa & Leisure

Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Jacuzzi
Body scrub
Treatment room
Massage
Open-air bath
Public Bath

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Dressing area
Terrace
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

Higashiyamaku Gioncho Minamigawa 575 Fuji Building 3F, Kyoto, Japan, 0

Map view

Higashiyamaku Gioncho Minamigawa 575 Fuji Building 3F, Kyoto, Japan, 0

City landmarks

Landmark

Yasaka Shrine

860 m

Castle

Nijo Castle

2.6 km

Landmark

Nishiki Market Shopping District

1.6 km

Market

Nishiki Market

1.9 km

Landmark

Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine

4.1 km

Pagoda

Chion-in

1.1 km

Tower

Kyoto Tower

2.3 km

Pagoda

Sanjusangendo Temple

1.8 km

Pagoda

Kodai-ji

860 m

Pagoda

Kennin-ji

670 m

Pagoda

Kinkaku-ji

5.7 km

Pagoda

Nanzen-ji

2.1 km

Pagoda

Nishi-Hongan-ji

2.5 km

Pagoda

Temple of the Silver Pavilion

3.4 km

Palace

Kyoto Imperial Palace

2.5 km

Park

Maruyama Park

860 m

Landmark

Heian Shrine

2.2 km

Pagoda

Shoren-in

1.1 km

Landmark

Nineizaka

860 m

Museum

Kyoto National Museum

1.8 km

Landmark

Kyoto cherry blossoms

860 m

Museum

Kyoto International Manga Museum

1.9 km

Pagoda

Kiyomizu-dera Temple 3 Storey Tower

1.4 km

Pagoda

Rokuharamitsu-ji

670 m

Landmark

Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka

860 m

Theatre

ROHM Theatre Kyoto

1.1 km

Landmark

Yasui Konpiragu Shrine

860 m

Landmark

Yasaka Koshin-do

860 m

Landmark

Hanami Lane

860 m

Landmark

Hanamikoji Dori

860 m

Nearby

Pagoda

Kennin-ji

570 m

Pagoda

Rokuharamitsu-ji

570 m

Restaurants

Issen Yoshoku

120 m

238 Giommachi Kitagawa

Nana's Green Tea

80 m

565 Nakanocho Shinkyogoku Shijo Agaru

Spice32

230 m

132 Tominagacho

Tanbaya Shijo Minamizamae

110 m

240 Gionmachikitagawa

Gyoza Hohei

280 m

373-3 Kiyomotocho

Ramen Itsuwa

140 m

Shijo Nawate-Agaru Hitosujime-Kado Higashiyama-Ku

Teppanyaki Manryu

290 m

382-2 Hashimotocho

Gion Kappa

280 m

77 Sueyoshicho

Gion Uemori

230 m

570-6 Gionmachi Minamigawa

Reviews and Ratings

Reviews from guests about their experience.

Donald

United States, March 2025

5.0/10

My stay at Sauna & Capsule Hotel Rumor Plaza in Kyoto was fantastic overall, with excellent amenities and a welcoming atmosphere. The capsules were surprisingly spacious and quiet, which made it easy for me to get a good night's sleep after a busy day exploring. However, the locker room space was quite small, making it challenging to store my luggage comfortably during my stay.

Rooms

10.0

The Capsule Room for Male - Upper Level was surprisingly quiet and clean, providing enough space for me to sit comfortably. The sleep quality was excellent, allowing me to rest well. The provided amenities like pyjamas and towels were abundantly available, which I appreciated.

Service

10.0

I received fantastic service from the staff, especially Julia at the front desk. She was very helpful and courteous, providing excellent customer service throughout my stay. The overall hospitality made me feel welcomed and taken care of.

Location

10.0

The hotel is conveniently located near the downtown area and is close to many tourist attractions, including the Fushimi-Inari shrine. The neighborhood is charming, making it easy for me to explore Kyoto's historical spots.

Dining

10.0

The breakfast offered was a good mix of traditional Japanese dishes and continental options. I thoroughly enjoyed the grilled mackerel, miso, and rice, which were far better than I expected from a hotel breakfast.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were impressive, featuring a public bath with various options, including a sauna and jacuzzi. I found the toiletries provided (like shaving cream and moisturizers) to be very convenient. However, it would be nice to have a private bath option available.

Joe

United States, March 2025

5.6/10

I had a pleasant stay at the Sauna & Capsule Hotel Rumor Plaza. The built-in spa was amazing and exceeded my expectations. However, I found the temperature setting throughout the building was a bit too warm for my liking, and getting around the floors with the elevators was somewhat annoying.

Rooms

8.0

My capsule room was spacious and comfortable, though the ventilation could be improved since the smoking area had a smokey smell at times.

Service

10.0

The staff was very friendly and accommodating, making my stay enjoyable.

Location

10.0

The location was convenient to many tourist attractions and in a very nice neighborhood, which I really appreciated.

Dining

10.0

The included breakfast was delicious and satisfied my appetite at 6am, with a good variety on the menu.

Facilities

8.0

The spa and sauna area were great. However, I found large luggage had to be stored separately in compact lockers, which was a minor inconvenience.

David

United States, January 2025

6.8/10

My stay at Sauna & Capsule Hotel Rumor Plaza was quite unique. I loved the sauna facilities and the comfortable bedding, though I did find the capsule somewhat subjective in comfort. The location is fantastic, but there were a few restrictions, especially regarding the communal showers. Overall, it was a nice experience, but some aspects could use improvement.

Rooms

8.0

I stayed in a lower-level capsule and found the bedding comfortable. However, the air conditioning ran all night, and I would have preferred better insulation for the pod's door.

Service

9.0

The staff were polite and did their best to communicate in English, which I appreciated. Their willingness to assist made my stay smoother.

Location

10.0

The location was excellent, right in the heart of Gion and close to everything. It made exploring Kyoto so easy.

Dining

7.0

Breakfast was decent, with similar options each morning, but still satisfying for a capsule hotel. I enjoyed the homemade cakes as part of the offerings.

Facilities

7.0

The saunas were great, and I appreciated the cleanliness of the facilities. However, I noticed there could be more water points available, and the public shower arrangements might be a culture shock for some.

Charles

United States, December 2024

6.2/10

My stay at Sauna & Capsule Hotel Rumor Plaza was a mixed bag. While the location is fantastic and the amenities like the spa and restaurant have great potential, several policies made my visit uncomfortable. The cleanliness left much to be desired, and I found some of the restrictions on personal items quite inconvenient.

Rooms

5.0

The capsule room I stayed in was spacious and comfortable, which was a plus. However, the linens were unwashed and there was an unpleasant musty odor that I couldn't get past.

Service

5.0

I encountered friendly staff who tried to be accommodating. However, I felt that there was a lack of attentiveness, especially when it came to cleanliness and comfort.

Location

9.0

The hotel is situated in a lovely neighborhood and is conveniently close to downtown and attractions like Fushimi-Inari shrine.

Dining

6.0

The restaurant offered a good variety of food including vegan options. The included breakfast was decent, but I wished I could enjoy it in my own clothes instead of the provided pajamas.

Facilities

5.0

The spa and sauna area had great amenities, yet the restrictive policies regarding personal items and the laundry setup were frustrating. I struggled with the temperature control in the common areas as well.

Mike

United States, October 2024

7.4/10

My stay at Sauna & Capsule Hotel Rumor Plaza in Kyoto had its ups and downs. The hotel's location is fantastic, right near Gion and filled with restaurants and pubs. Unfortunately, the cleanliness was lacking, and I encountered some odd policies that made me feel less welcome.

Rooms

5.0

The capsule rooms were spacious and comfortable, but the linens were not clean, which was a letdown.

Service

5.0

Customer service left a lot to be desired. The staff seemed indifferent, and language barriers made communication tricky.

Location

9.0

The location is a major highlight, just a short walk to downtown and in a lively neighborhood.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast wasn't satisfying, and I felt the options could definitely use some improvement.