Marufukuro Hotel - Kyoto
34.991791, 135.766292Overview
Boutique hotel in Kyoto's former Nintendo headquarters with Tadao Ando design
Rooms & Suites
Marufukuro hotel offers 15 rooms, including the Japanese Suite in the former Yamauchi family living quarters and rooms in the Tadao Ando-designed annex. Each room has air conditioning, a private bathroom, and a balcony or terrace, with selected rooms including kitchen facilities. The Superior King Room and Balcony King Room provide lounge access, while the Japanese Suite includes a private sauna.
Dining & Bar
The on-site restaurant Carta serves Japanese cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options for breakfast and dinner. Guests have access to a self-service bar in the library lounge with whisky, beer, and wine available from late afternoon. Complimentary snacks and drinks are available in the lounge and minibar throughout the day, including local craft beers and pastries.
Wellness & Activities
Marufukuro Kyoto has a spa and wellness center offering back, neck, foot, and full body massages, plus a sauna and fitness centre. Bicycles are available for rental to explore the Kamo River and nearby temples. The hotel provides a daily guided tour of the property, highlighting Nintendo history and architectural features.
History & Design
The Marufukuro Hotel Kyoto occupies the former Nintendo headquarters and warehouse, with original art deco elements preserved by architect Tadao Ando. A library displays Nintendo artifacts, rare playing cards, and books tracing the company's history from playing cards to video games. The building includes a museum area with displays of Nintendo memorabilia, including vintage consoles.
Location & Services
The hotel is located in Shimogyo Ward, a 5-minute walk from Shichijo Station and 15 minutes on foot from Kyoto Station. Sanjusangen-do Temple and Kyoto National Museum are within walking distance, and Kiyomizu-dera Temple is a short train ride away. The 24-hour front desk offers concierge service, luggage storage, and staff assistance with restaurant reservations and luggage forwarding.
- History: Former Nintendo headquarters with guided tour and museum displays
- Design: Tadao Ando architecture blending old and new wings
- Rooms: 15 boutique rooms including Japanese Suite with private sauna
- Dining: Carta restaurant with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options
- Wellness: Spa massages, sauna, fitness centre, and bicycle rental
- Location: 5-minute walk to Shichijo Station, near Sanjusangen-do Temple
- Complimentary: Self-service bar, snacks, and minibar included
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed1 Double bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
Facilities
Main facilities
Free Wi-Fi in rooms
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Snack bar
Fitness centre
Back massage
Full body massage
Sauna
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Grocery shopping service
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Board games
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sauna
- Back massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
Room view
- City view
- Courtyard view
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Washing machine
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Marufukuro Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 386 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 2.3 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 47.5 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Itami, ITM |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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