Minn Nijo-Jo – A Favorite for Families in Kyoto

Minn Nijo-Jo operates as a modern aparthotel with a 24-hour front desk and 24-hour security systems including CCTV in common areas and outside the property. Guests have access to free laundry facilities on-site, with washing machines set to wash and dry in 2.5 hours. The lobby offers a common area with complimentary coffee and tea, plus a kimono station that guests can use during their stay.

Each unit includes a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and electric kettle, and select rooms add a washing machine for self-catering stays. Private bathrooms feature a bidet and complimentary toiletries, with guest reviews highlighting the powerful waterfall-like shower. Air conditioning and a flat-screen TV come standard in every room, while the Superior Apartment and One-Bedroom Apartment offer extra living space with a sofa bed.

The aparthotel sits less than 1 km from Nijo Castle, a 15-minute walk to the Kyoto International Manga Museum, and a 20-30 minute walk to Samurai Kembu Kyoto. Nijo Station is a 10-minute walk away, providing access to JR lines and city buses for reaching downtown shopping areas. Restaurants such as Kura Sushi and Gyutan Negishi, plus convenience stores, are within a 3-minute walk from the property.

Rooms such as the Superior Apartment and Two-Bedroom Apartment accommodate families of up to 5 guests with kitchenettes and separate sleeping areas. Children can use the free on-site laundry facilities, and the lobby lounge provides a relaxed space for families to gather. Guest reviews note the ability to sleep with windows open for temperature control, and the quiet residential neighborhood offers a safe environment for children.

Minn Nijo-Jo caters to business travelers with complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property and a 24-hour front desk for late check-ins or early departures. The express check-in/check-out service and invoice provided feature simplify expense reporting for corporate guests. Private check-in/check-out is available, and the property offers a lift for easy access to upper-floor rooms.

Location: 0.5 km from Nijo Castle, 10 min walk to Nijo Station

Rooms: Fully equipped kitchens, washing machines in select units

Amenities: Free laundry room with 2.5-hour wash-dry cycle

Family: Superior Apartment sleeps up to 5 guests

Security: 24-hour CCTV and security alarm systems