[Kansai] Stay with your pet! 15 recommended hotels and ryokan that allow dogs
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The days when I'm busy and tend to stay at home. Once in a while, I want to play with my dog to my heart's content... If you think like that, how about an overnight trip with your beloved dog? This time, we would like to introduce you to an inn in Kansai where you can stay with your pet. A dog run where you can play with your dog, a guest room where you can relax, and a pet room. Have a great time at an inn with facilities for your dog. Both you and your dog can be refreshed in a different environment than usual♪
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Many people are so busy that they can't find time to spend with their dog. So why not take the plunge and take your dog with you on a trip? Even dogs who tend to stay at home will definitely be able to relieve stress by going out with their owners. Forget about time and enjoy your time with your dog!
If you want to completely refresh yourself, try stretching your legs a little and putting yourself in a different environment than usual. This time we will introduce ``pet-friendly hotels and ryokan'' located in the four Kansai prefectures of Kyoto, Hyogo, Shiga, and Wakayama. Since everything is close to tourist spots, not only the dogs but also the owners are very satisfied. You're sure to find an inn that you'll want to stay at!
Shiga Dantoukan Kikunoya is located on the shore of Lake Biwa in Otsu City. This is onsen ryokan where you can enjoy the view of Lake Biwa, the largest lake in Japan, and "ogoto onsen". Such "Dantokan Kikunoya" is an inn where you are welcome to bring your pets; there are guest rooms for dogs up to 8 kg, so you can relax without being separated from your dog.
Pet-friendly rooms include 5 rooms with open-air baths at Mizunone and 3 rooms with onsen baths at Kasho, for a total of 8 rooms. Not only are the layouts spacious, but steps have been eliminated as much as possible to prevent your dog from getting hurt, creating a space where you can relax in comfort. The interior of the Japanese-Western rooms has a stylish atmosphere with a modern Japanese touch. Spend a relaxing time lounging around with your dog in a warm room.
Take a look at this cute bath! Dantokan Kikunoya has a Japanese-style room with a semi-open-air bath that also has a bath for pets next to the natural onsen open-air bath. Your dog can enjoy a relaxing bath right next to his owner. Seeing the dog's happy face will ease the owner's fatigue. Wash away your tired mind and body with warm water and refresh yourself.
Dantokan Kikunoya has a in-room dining. Bring your dog's usual food and enjoy meal together ♪ As a bonus for your dog, you will also receive treats and homemade chicken meatloaf. Would you like to spend a special time to refresh yourself at an inn where you can spend all your time with your dog, who is an important member of your family?
Detailed information
Ogoto onsen Dantokan Kikunoya
Shiga /Otsu/ ryokan
- address
- 6-1-29 Ogoto, Otsu City, Shiga
- access
- 20 minutes from Kyoto Station, get off at JR Kosei Line onsen Onsen Station, 5 minutes by car <Pick-up available>. 20 minutes from Kyoto Higashi IC via Kosai Road along Route 558
Hotel Anaga (Awajishima) is located on the southwestern tip of Awaji Island, on the Shikoku side. This is a resort hotel where you can enjoy a pool, tennis, and golf. On a small hill a little away from the main building, there is a cottage-type "Doggy Villa" where you can enjoy a private stay with your dog. It's nice to be able to spend time with your dog as if you were in a vacation home without having to worry about other guests.
There are all kinds of amenities for your dog to stay in the room, including a cage, food bowls, a dog toilet, and an odor-proof trash can. If you bring your dog's usual meal and snacks, you can travel with less luggage and enjoy a relaxed trip.
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The grounds include a natural grass dog run called "Doggy Garden," which is an amazing 530 square meters in size! There are also playground equipment such as a doggy tunnel and hills, so your dog will surely have a blast running around. The contrast between the blue sky and the green grass is beautiful, making it a location that will make you want to take photos.
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Hotel Anaga (Awajishima)
Hyogo /Awaji Island/Resort Hotel
- address
- 1109 Anaga, Minamiawaji Hyogo
- access
- About 7 minutes by car from Awajishima Minami IC
Wakayama Nanki-Susami onsen Hotel Belvedere is a resort hotel located by the sea in Nishimuro-gun, at the southern tip of the Nanki-Susami area. A shuttle bus is available from the nearby Susami Station. The hotel is equipped with a dog run and doggy-only onsen shower rooms, so you can enjoy your resort stay together! Medium-sized dogs and larger can stay in the spacious pet house next door. You can check on what is going on inside from the monitor in the lobby, so owners can rest assured......small dogs can stay in the guest rooms with you.
"I want to relax in the same room as my beloved dog!" If that sounds like you, you can relax in a pet-friendly room for small dogs. Choose from Japanese-style rooms and rooms with open-air baths (Japanese-style rooms, Western-style rooms, and Japanese-Western rooms) to suit your preference. If you want to go out for a bit, you can leave your dog at home in a cage, which is useful. These rooms are kind to both people and pets.
Some rooms have an open-air bath on the terrace, and others have a garden. Relax your body and mind by soaking in onsen while watching your beloved dog ♡
There are five types of large public baths within the hotel, so you can enjoy the finest onsen to your heart's content. Take a relaxing soak in the open-air bath and recharge yourself with the energy of nature. The natural onsen said to be good for stiff shoulders and sensitivity to cold, gushes out from within the hotel grounds. You might be enchanted by your smooth and smooth skin after taking a bath.
Nanki is known for its treasure trove of fresh and exquisite ingredients. At the Nanki Susami onsen Hotel Belvedere, dinner is lined with seafood representative of Nanki, including spiny lobster and the high-class fish "Hon-Kue." Please enjoy the delicious food and relaxing time to your heart's content.
Detailed information
Nanki Susami Onsen Hotel Bellevedere
Wakayama /Susami/Resort Hotel
- address
- Wakayama 4857-3, Shusami, Susami Town, Nishimuro-gun
- access
- 15 minutes from Nanki Shirahama! 5 minutes by car from Susami Station on the JR Kisei Main Line/Osaka→Hanwa Expressway→Hikigawa IC→About 6 minutes south of Route 42
`` Inugoten' is located in front of the beautiful beach ``Shirarahama'' in Nishimuro Wakayama. This hotel, with its impressive name, is truly a hotel for pets, with dog trainers and "holistic care counselors" who are specialists in pet health knowledge on staff. You can also bring your dog to the restaurant for dinner and breakfast.
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In front of you is the Shirarahama beach. In the sea-facing rooms, you can see the dazzling sunrise and sunset. The facility is fully equipped with facilities for spending time with your dog, including a rooftop and indoor dog run and a dog cafe. By the way, you can also bring your cat! Would you like to refresh yourself and enjoy your time with your pet?
There are 16 rooms in total, including Japanese-style rooms with open-air baths, Japanese-style rooms, and modern Balinese-style Western rooms. This is a "Japanese-style room with ocean front open-air bath." Spend a luxurious time enjoying the seascape and bath with your dog.
The natural onsen bath is a place where you can warm your mind and body. You can enjoy the luxurious ``Tsukumoto no Yu'' that is gentle on your skin, flowing directly from the source. Enjoy a refreshing view of the beautiful sea and sky from the large public bath. If you're worried about your dog while it's taking a bath, you can temporarily leave it with a reservation.
Detailed information
Inugoten
Wakayama / Shirahama, Nanki Shirahama/ ryokan
- address
- Wakayama 3742-22, Shirahama-cho, Nishimuro-gun
- access
- Approximately 10 minutes by car from Shirahama Station
Hotel Harvest Arima Rokusai is located about a 15-minute walk from Arima onsen Station. This hot onsen resort is rare in the onsen Onsen area, as it has rooms where you can stay with your pet. There are plenty of facilities on-site, including an indoor heated pool, lounge, and gym. The pet rooms are available for dogs and cats. They are about 42 to 55 square meters in size, so your dog can relax. Pet sheets, pet towels, dishes, and other amenities are provided in the rooms.
At the large onsen bath, you can enjoy two types of onsen ``Kanayu'' and ``Ginyu'', using our own source. The indoor bath is called ``Ginyu,'' and the open-air bath is ``Kanayu,'' which contains a lot of iron. It's a luxury to be able to enjoy both while enjoying the scenery that spreads out below you. There is also a sauna, private bath, and footbath. Relax your body and mind at Arima Onsen, said to be the oldest onsen in Japan.
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Hotel Harvest Arima Rokusai
Hyogo / Kobe, Arima onsen / Resort Hotel
- address
- Hyogo 341-1 Arima-cho, Kita-ku, Kobe City
- access
- About 15 minutes on foot from Kobe Electric Railway Arima Line "Arima onsen Station"
Detailed information
Arima Six Colors
Arima onsen /Hotel
- The average budget
- ¥20,000~¥29,999
- address
- Hyogo 341-1 Arima-cho, Kita-ku, Kobe City
- business hours
- [Monday] 07:30 - 10:00 17:20 - 19:50 [Tuesday] 07:30 - 10:00 17:20 - 19:50 [Wednesday] 07:30 - 10:00 17:20 - 19:50 [Thursday] 07:30 - 10:00 17:20 - 19:50 [Friday] 07:30 - 10:00 17:20 - 19:50 [Saturday] 07:30 - 10:00 17:20 - 19:50 [Sunday] 07:30 - 10:00 17:20 - 19:50 ■ Business hours Breakfast 09:30 last entry Dinner "Buffet" 17:30/19:30 rotation system "Japanese cuisine" 17:20/19:45 rotation system "Italian" 17:20/19:50 rotation system ■ Closed days Irregular holidays (closed from January 18th to January 22nd, 2016)
About 30 minutes by car from JR Kyoto Station. Hotel Harvest Kyoto Takagamine is located inside the resort facility Shozan Resort Kyoto in Rakuhoku, Kyoto. The Pet Suite, where you can stay with your beloved dog or cat, is about 83 square meters in size and comes with pet sheets, pet circles, and other pet goods. You can enjoy a quiet and relaxing trip to Kyoto with your pet.
*The photo shows a room where pets are not allowed.
The "Pet Suite" has an open-air bath in the guest room. You can relax in the bath without having to leave your pet at home. There are also plenty of amenities for pet owners, such as lotion, milky lotion, and makeup remover. There is also a large onsen bath in the building, where you can enjoy the natural onsen that springs from the premises.
*The photo shows an open-air bath in a room where pets are not allowed.
Detailed information
Tokyu Harvest Club Kyoto Takagamine & VIALA
Kyoto / Kyoto / Resort hotels
- address
- Kyoto Kyoto-shi Kita-ku Kinugasa Kagamiishicho 47
- access
- About 30 minutes by car from JR Kyoto Station
The historic Sasayama Castle Town is about 15 minutes by car from Sasayamaguchi Station on the JR Fukuchiyama Line. Sasayama Castle Town Hotel NIPPONIA is a renovated old house that blends into the cityscape. This is a dispersed hotel with 8 buildings including the reception and restaurant building, 2 of which are pet-friendly rooms. With plenty of privacy, you can enjoy peace of mind even when traveling with your dog.
While preserving the charm of the entire building, the water area is modern and beautiful. The guest rooms where you can stay with your pet are fully equipped with amenities for your dog, including a shower for your dog, a gate to prevent them from jumping out, and a cage.
"Tamba Sasayama", famous for "Tamba black soybeans", and its surrounding area have many special products since ancient times, making it a veritable treasure trove of food. Enjoy high-quality French cuisine made with plenty of local ingredients, served on simple but sophisticated tableware and beautifully presented. Surrender yourself to a luxurious time while enjoying the fusion of Japanese architectural beauty and French style.
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Nipponia Hotel
Hyogo /Sasayama/ ryokan
- address
- Hyogo 25 Nishimachi, Tamba Sasayama City
- access
- [Train + free transfer] 70 minutes from Osaka / 4 hours from Tokyo [By car] 60 minutes from Kobe city, Osaka / 90 minutes from Kyoto city
Sugatani Onsen ryokan is a onsen inn located in the northeastern part of Lake Biwa. Located in the mountains near Odari Castle Ruins, one of Japan's five greatest mountain castles, this inn is perfect for those who want to get away from the hustle and bustle and enjoy a hot spring bath. You can choose between a 12-tatami Japanese-style room or a room with a semi-open-air bath between two Japanese-style rooms for the pet-friendly guest rooms where you can stay with your dog.
The hot springs of `` Sugatani Onsen'' are famous in ancient times, and it is said that the Sengoku period warlord Azai Nagamasa and the people of Oichi also went here for their spa treatments. It has a distinctive brown color and is said to warm the body well. There is an indoor bath and an open-air bath in the hotel, where you can enjoy onsen fed directly from the source. After sightseeing with your dog, relax in onsen to relieve the fatigue of your trip.
For dinner, you can enjoy the food culture that has been loved since ancient times around Lake Biwa, such as shabu-shabu made with Omi beef, a brand with a history of over 400 years, duck hotpot, and button hotpot. If you are staying in a pet-friendly room, you can enjoy in-room dining if up to 4 people are staying. Enjoy meal unique to your travel destination without making your dog feel lonely.
Detailed information
Sugatani Onsen
Shiga / ryokan
- address
- Shiga 36 Sugaya-cho, Nagahama City
- access
- Approximately 20 minutes via National Route 365 from Hokuriku Expressway Nagahama IC (signboard available) / Free shuttle service available from JR Hokuriku Main Line Kawage Station Free parking lot
At ``Bay Lily Kokuminshukusha Shirayuri-so,'' located in Wakayama, about 10 minutes by car from Shirahama Station, you can spend time with your pet without worrying. Beautiful views, fresh seafood unique to Nanki Shirahama, and natural onsen are alluring, and although it is a simple inn, it has a resort feel. Here you can relax and enjoy some relaxing time with your dog.
Guest rooms facing the sea overlook the calm Tanabe Bay. Of course, there are also rooms where you can stay with your pet. We are happy that you can bring not only small dogs but also indoor dogs into the facility.
Shirahama onsen is one of Japan's three oldest hot springs, along with Arima onsen and Dogo onsen. The large public bath uses luxurious natural hot water. If you take a relaxing soak in the hot water while looking out at the sea in the open ocean view bath, you'll feel like your daily fatigue will be blown away right away.
When you think of Nanki Shirahama, you think of freshly caught seafood. Fill yourself up with luxurious meal such as spiny lobster, abalone, and in winter, kueh. In addition to seafood, there is also a plan where you can enjoy the finest marbled wagyu beef, which will satisfy even the meat-eaters. You can also enjoy meal with your dog.
For those of you who want to feed your dog a different meal than usual during your trip, Bay Lily Kokumin Shukusha Shirayuri-sou prepares meal for your dog. We use additive-free delicatessen with a focus on safety and security. Your dog will be in a good mood with a luxurious meal that's different from their usual meals ♡ The hotel also has a dog run, so you can let your dog play to their heart's content.
Detailed information
Stay with your pet onsen Onsen Bay Lily Kokumin Shukusha Shirayuri-so
Wakayama / Shirahama, Nanki Shirahama/ ryokan
- address
- Wakayama 3770-1, Shirahama-cho, Nishimuro-gun
- access
- 30 minutes by car from Tanabe Interchange on the Hanwa Expressway. 10 minutes by bus from JR Shirahama Station, 5 minutes walk from Kogaura bus stop, or about 1,300 yen by taxi
About 2 hours by car from Osaka city, GUZU, an inn where you can enjoy French dinner with your dog, is a pension full of greenery. It is located in a forest near Makino Plateau, where you can enjoy camping and onsen, and is surrounded by nature. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, you can breathe in the clean air and take plenty of walks with your dog. Also check out the Omi beef full course dinner where you can sit with your dog♪
The guest rooms where you can relax with your dog include Western-style rooms and comfortable cottages with baths and toilets. There's a sense of openness, so your dog can feel at ease. With a cottage type, you don't have to worry about other guests, and you can feel the comfort of a private space.
There is a covered cafe attached to the dog run on the premises. Why not enjoy an elegant tea time while watching your dog play? One of the best parts of traveling is having fun talking about your dog with other guests. After playing on the nearby Lake Biwa shore or on the highlands, you don't have to worry about getting your pet dirty as there is a shampoo sink and hair dryer in the pet room.
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GUZU, an inn where you can enjoy French dinner with your dog
Shiga /Pension
- address
- Shiga 547-7 Morinishi, Makino Town, Takashima City
- access
- Approximately 5 minutes from Omi Makino Station on the JR Kosei Line / Approximately 70 minutes from Meishin Kyoto Higashi IC Free parking available
For those who want to stay in a cozy townhouse with their dog, we recommend Rakuryuan Ichijo Karin, a Kyoto townhouse in Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto City. You can rent out the whole house, so you can have the luxurious space to yourself. A spacious floor plan with an LDK and water area on the 1st floor, and a Japanese-style room and bedroom on the 2nd floor. We also have household appliances such as washer/dryers and microwave ovens, so you can relax and enjoy your stay as if you were living there.
After taking your dog for a walk through the streets of Kyoto, enjoy a bath time. We have a deep, fragrant bathtub made from luxurious Kiso Hinoki wood. It's truly a blissful moment to sink your body into plenty of hot water and slowly heal your tired body. Amenities such as cleansing, facial wash, and lotion are also available.
If you make a reservation, you can rent out the ``Sawara Bath'' like the one in the photo for free. Even spoiled dogs who don't want to leave their owners even for a moment will be delighted. Being able to take a bath together will be a great memory of your trip. Let's take a commemorative photo ♪ We also have dog goods such as toilet sheets, pet towels, and cages.
Eating out with your dog can be quite difficult, but this inn is a private ryokan, so you can enjoy a relaxing in-room dining in your room with your dog. For dinner, make a reservation in advance for a luxurious catered kaiseki meal at Okamoto Kobaian, where you can enjoy seasonal Kyoto kaiseki cuisine. It will fully liven up your travel mood ♪
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Ichijo Karin
Kyoto / Kyoto, Kyoto / Machiya
- address
- Kyoto 147-11 Tozai Tawarayacho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto
- access
- From Kyoto Station, take the Kyoto City Bus 206/50 and get off at the Senbon Nakatauri stop, then walk.
Standing by the sea in Kyotango City, Kyoto, onsenryokan "Cuisine ryokan Yuhigaura". Here, you can spend a relaxing time healed by the onsen called "hot spring for beautiful skin", beautiful scenery, and gourmet food. There is an open-air bath with a superb view in the building. Listening to the sound of ripples up close, soaking in the onsen while admiring the beautiful scenery will refresh you. Access is about two and a half hours by car from Osaka and Kyoto.
The guest rooms are relaxing spaces with a Japanese atmosphere. Just looking at the magnificent beauty of the Sea of Japan from the sea-side guest rooms will wash away your mental worries and refresh you. For a slightly more luxurious trip, choose a Japanese-Western style room with onsen that will be renovated in 2023.
"Ryori ryokan Yuhigaura" has accommodation facilities exclusively for pets. Pets are not allowed inside ryokan, but your beloved dog can stay in the pet house, which is fully air-conditioned and heated. Owners can check on how their dog is doing 24 hours a day on the monitor in the lobby. There is also a sink with a hot water shower, so you can freshen up after playing in the sea.
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There are onsen resorts such as Hamazume onsen and Kizu onsen and numerous campgrounds in the surrounding area, making it a popular leisure spot. In front of the inn is the spectacular Yuhigaura Coast, which has been selected as one of Japan's 100 best sunsets. You can enjoy beautiful views from all rooms. If it's not a busy season, you can enjoy playing in the water with your dog on the beach♪
As the name suggests, ``Ryoryo ryokan Yuhigaura'' is particular about gourmet food. No matter what season you visit, you can enjoy luxurious meal such as plump abalone in spring, fresh live squid in summer, fragrant matsutake mushrooms and juicy Tajima beef in autumn, and crab caught from the Sea of Japan in winter. The presentation is gorgeous and will whet your appetite.
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ryokan Ryokan
Kyoto /Tango Peninsula/ ryokan
- address
- 351 Hamazume, Aminocho, Kyotango City Kyoto
- access
- Kyoto Tango Railway Yuhigaura onsen Station (transfer available) / 90 minutes from Maizuru Wakasa Expressway Fukuchiyama IC / 60 minutes from Kyoto Jukan Expressway Miyazu Amanohashidate IC
Located in the city, about a 7-minute walk from Kiyomizu-Gojo Station on the Keihan line, you'll find NOHGA HOTEL KIYOMIZU KYOTO, a hotel where you can stay with small dogs weighing under 10kg. It's also close to Ninenzaka, a classic Kyoto travel spot, making it a convenient base for sightseeing. Take a walk with your dog through a different townscape than usual and spend an exciting holiday.
Of the 130 guest rooms, the 23 square meter "Dog Friendly Double" and 30 square meter "Dog Friendly Twin" rooms are available where you can stay with your beloved dog.
In addition to dog beds, cages, and toilet seats, the dog-friendly rooms are equipped with food bowls made from Kiyomizu-yaki, a traditional craft representing Kyoto. Everywhere in the hotel is designed to let you feel Kyoto's culture, music, and art, which will liven up your travel mood. Please bring meal that your dog is accustomed to eating.
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NOHGA HOTEL KIYOMIZU KYOTO
Kyoto / Kyoto, Higashiyama / City Hotels
- address
- Kyoto 4-450-1 Gojobashi Higashi, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto
- access
- Approximately 7 minutes walk from Exit 4 of Kiyomizu Gojo Station on the Keihan Main Line Approximately 10 minutes by taxi from Karasuma Exit of JR Kyoto Station Approximately 20 minutes by bus from Kyoto Ekimae bus stop
About 7 minutes walk from JR Sannomiya Station. "Kobe Kitanozaka Hotel" is located in Kitano, Kobe, which is known as a city with an exotic atmosphere. This is a reasonable hotel that allows you to stay with your dog, which is rare in the Kobe area. The interior is gorgeous and full of Kobe style, and you can spend a relaxing time with your dog in an extraordinary space.
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At Kobe Kitanozaka Hotel, located in a quiet residential area, you can spend a calm and quiet time even though you are in the city. You can stay in the same room as your dog and enjoy a worry-free hotel stay. Toilet seats and food bowls for dogs are available. Please bring your own cage or crate.
``I want to take a walk with my dog in the streets of Kobe!'' I'm sure there are many of you out there. The Kitano area, where Kobe Kitanozaka Hotel is located, has many stylish cafes and shops, making it a perfect place for a stroll. When you come back from enjoying sightseeing with your dog, don't worry because there is a foot washing area just for your dog.
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Kobe Kitanozaka Hotel
Hyogo /Kobe/Business Hotel
- address
- Hyogo 3-12-8 Kano-machi, Chuo-ku, Kobe
- access
- About 7 minutes on foot from JR Sannomiya West Exit Station/Hankyu Sannomiya East Exit Station/About 15 minutes on foot from Shin-Kobe Station on the Shinkansen/20 minutes from JR Osaka on the JR Sannomiya Special Rapid Service
About 8 minutes walk from Hachijo East Exit of Kyoto Station. Chisun Premium Kyoto Kujo is a hotel with excellent access as a base for sightseeing in Kyoto. ``I want to travel with my dog.'' This is a dog-friendly hotel that is friendly to people and pets, making it easy for owners to fulfill their wishes.
In the "Dog Friendly Room," your dog can wear a dog diaper and spend time freely on the bed or sofa. Even if your dog gets tired from walking around in unfamiliar territory, it will be reassuring for him to be able to sleep next to his owner as usual. Dog amenities such as toilet sheets, deodorizing spray, and etiquette bags are also provided.
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` Chisun Premium Kyoto Kujo'' is located in a convenient location with excellent sightseeing access, yet is equipped with a large public bath. Although you cannot leave your dog alone in the room, you can use the public bath if you take turns with your family. Stretch out your legs after a long day of walking and slowly heal your fatigue♪
Detailed information
Chisun Premium Kyoto Kujo
Kyoto / Kyoto, Kyoto, Kyoto Station / Business Hotel
- address
- Kyoto 15-1 Higashikujo Kamimyocho, Minami-ku, Kyoto
- access
- 8 minutes walk from Higashi Hachijo Exit of JR Kyoto Station / 6 minutes from Kujo Station on the Subway Karasuma Line
Spending time with your beloved dog, your beloved family member, is an irreplaceable moment that will blow away your fatigue and stress. If you don't usually have time to spend time together, why not take this opportunity to deepen your bond through a trip? Please try to find the fun that can only be felt by being with your dog.