Situated in the historic residential area in Kyoto, Court Hotel Kyoto Shijo is simple accommodation just a 5-minute walk from Karasuma and Shijo stations Gion Festivals parade takes place in the area Its guest rooms went through renovations in March 2013 Guests can request in-room massages at an extra charge, or leave their luggage at the 24-hour front desk Coin launderette and drink vending machines are available on site Each simple room at Kyoto Shijo Court Hotel comes with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a fridge An electric kettle and tea bags are also provided Free in-room wired internet is available The hotel is just a 2-minute walk from Shijo Nishinotoin bus stop Yasaka Shrine is a 13-minute bus ride away, while Nijo Castle is a 17-minute bus ride from the property JR Kyoto Station can be reached within a 10-minute subway ride Bansan-tei restaurant serves a hearty Japanese and Western breakfast buffet Various lunch meals are also offered