Kyoto Tokyu Hotel is an upscale property near the Nishi Honganji temple, a short shuttle ride from Kyoto Station. The 430 rooms are clean, with straightforward modern decor, and some of the bathrooms are on the small side. The hotel has three restaurants serving a variety of cuisines as well as a tea lounge and bar. There’s a small fitness center, beauty salon, spa and souvenir shop are also on-site, but no pool. Guests might want to also check rates at Royal Park Hotel the Kyoto, an upper-mid range property with spacious, modern rooms close to the Gion Geisha District.
Kyoto Tokyu Hotel is an upscale property near the Nishi Honganji temple, a short shuttle ride from Kyoto Station. The 430 rooms are clean, with straightforward modern decor, and some of the bathrooms are on the small side. The hotel has three restaurants serving a variety of cuisines as well as a tea lounge and bar. There’s a small fitness center, beauty salon, spa and souvenir shop are also on-site, but no pool. Guests might want to also check rates at Royal Park Hotel the Kyoto, an upper-mid range property with spacious, modern rooms close to the Gion Geisha District.
This large-scale, three-and-a-half-pearl hotel, with 482 guest rooms and suites, is within a 10-minute walk of Kyoto Station, the city's main transportation hub. The hotel has seven on-site restaurants -- including a revolving top-floor restaurant and bar -- a florist, and a gourmet food shop. But use of the indoor swimming pool, whirlpool, and sauna entails a fee. The general decor is seriously dated, and the hotel will close for large-scale renovations beginning in February 2016 and reopen the following fall. The nearby New Miyako, with pleasant contemporary rooms, six restaurants, and an on-site shopping mall, makes a good alternative.
This large-scale, three-and-a-half-pearl hotel, with 482 guest rooms and suites, is within a 10-minute walk of Kyoto Station, the city's main transportation hub. The hotel has seven on-site restaurants -- including a revolving top-floor restaurant and bar -- a florist, and a gourmet food shop. But use of the indoor swimming pool, whirlpool, and sauna entails a fee. The general decor is seriously dated, and the hotel will close for large-scale renovations beginning in February 2016 and reopen the following fall. The nearby New Miyako, with pleasant contemporary rooms, six restaurants, and an on-site shopping mall, makes a good alternative.
This simple 144-room hotel, part of a Japanese chain, has a central location for sightseeing and a lovely view of the city from the Italian restaurant on the 10th floor, which serves lunch and dinner. Right by the Kamogawa River, which is served by a bus, its location is also close to restaurants and shopping and the hotel serves an extensive buffet breakfast. Rooms, and especially the bathrooms, are small, but they're comfortable and some have views of the river. Overall, the hotel offers a solid value, although it lacks amenities like a gym.
This simple 144-room hotel, part of a Japanese chain, has a central location for sightseeing and a lovely view of the city from the Italian restaurant on the 10th floor, which serves lunch and dinner. Right by the Kamogawa River, which is served by a bus, its location is also close to restaurants and shopping and the hotel serves an extensive buffet breakfast. Rooms, and especially the bathrooms, are small, but they're comfortable and some have views of the river. Overall, the hotel offers a solid value, although it lacks amenities like a gym.
For guests who want to experience a reasonably priced traditional Japanese inn in central Kyoto, Ryokan Shimizu is a solid choice. Rooms features tatami mats and futon mattresses spread on the floors plus private bathrooms. There’s no restaurant and breakfast isn't served, but the staff is quick with tips and directions to nearby eating spots. Two large on-site baths can be reserved for private groups, and the Higashi Honganji Temple is just a 10-minute walk away. Guests leave their keys at the hotel when going out for the day -- be aware that there's a midnight curfew, and the inn enforces a quiet policy in the later part of the evening.
For guests who want to experience a reasonably priced traditional Japanese inn in central Kyoto, Ryokan Shimizu is a solid choice. Rooms features tatami mats and futon mattresses spread on the floors plus private bathrooms. There’s no restaurant and breakfast isn't served, but the staff is quick with tips and directions to nearby eating spots. Two large on-site baths can be reserved for private groups, and the Higashi Honganji Temple is just a 10-minute walk away. Guests leave their keys at the hotel when going out for the day -- be aware that there's a midnight curfew, and the inn enforces a quiet policy in the later part of the evening.
This budget, 187-room property across from Kyoto station is centrally located for sightseeing, with easy access to subways and buses. The hotel also provides helpful guides that list popular tourist destinations and how to get to them. Rooms are standard size for Japan (meaning small by Western norms), and windows with frosted glass can make them seem smaller. But Twin Rooms have sitting areas, and all rooms come with individually controlled air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and Wi-Fi. Low on frills, the hotel has few facilities aside from vending machines, a coin-operated laundry, and an information center with computers and a printer; guests can also rent laptops from the front desk. There's a small cafe on-site, and a simple Japanese breakfast is included in the room rate.
This budget, 187-room property across from Kyoto station is centrally located for sightseeing, with easy access to subways and buses. The hotel also provides helpful guides that list popular tourist destinations and how to get to them. Rooms are standard size for Japan (meaning small by Western norms), and windows with frosted glass can make them seem smaller. But Twin Rooms have sitting areas, and all rooms come with individually controlled air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and Wi-Fi. Low on frills, the hotel has few facilities aside from vending machines, a coin-operated laundry, and an information center with computers and a printer; guests can also rent laptops from the front desk. There's a small cafe on-site, and a simple Japanese breakfast is included in the room rate.
The 120-room Grand Bach Hotel is popular with couples and families looking for a three-and-a-half-pearl base in downtown Kyoto. This Johan Sebastian Bach-inspired hotel is a five-minute walk from Kawaramachi Train Station in the Shimogyo-ku District. Rooms are done in sharp, neutral decor and feature free Wi-Fi and en-suite bathrooms. Lively decorative music notes cover feature walls throughout the hotel and a spacious restaurant serves breakfast daily. There’s no full-sized pool, but a small onsen with a steam room is a relaxing addition. There's also a laundry room on-site. Located on a major shopping street, this hotel is ideal for travelers looking to stay at the heart of the city. Those searching for a similar hotel that's closer to the commercial district might try the Mitsui Garden.
The 120-room Grand Bach Hotel is popular with couples and families looking for a three-and-a-half-pearl base in downtown Kyoto. This Johan Sebastian Bach-inspired hotel is a five-minute walk from Kawaramachi Train Station in the Shimogyo-ku District. Rooms are done in sharp, neutral decor and feature free Wi-Fi and en-suite bathrooms. Lively decorative music notes cover feature walls throughout the hotel and a spacious restaurant serves breakfast daily. There’s no full-sized pool, but a small onsen with a steam room is a relaxing addition. There's also a laundry room on-site. Located on a major shopping street, this hotel is ideal for travelers looking to stay at the heart of the city. Those searching for a similar hotel that's closer to the commercial district might try the Mitsui Garden.
The 200-room Dormy Inn Premium Kyoto Ekimae is a mid-range option located next to Kyoto Station. As is typical in Japan, rooms are compact, but they're well equipped with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and electric kettles. A breakfast buffet is served each morning for a fee, and free ramen noodles are served in the evening. The male and female onsen baths are highlights here -- so long as guests aren't tattooed -- and the self-serve laundry room is a handy convenience. Microwaves on each floor are especially helpful for the budget-conscious since there's a convenience store next door. Travelers who would prefer to be closer to the city center could check out the Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto Shijokarasuma (Karasuma), but it lacks an onsen.
The 200-room Dormy Inn Premium Kyoto Ekimae is a mid-range option located next to Kyoto Station. As is typical in Japan, rooms are compact, but they're well equipped with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and electric kettles. A breakfast buffet is served each morning for a fee, and free ramen noodles are served in the evening. The male and female onsen baths are highlights here -- so long as guests aren't tattooed -- and the self-serve laundry room is a handy convenience. Microwaves on each floor are especially helpful for the budget-conscious since there's a convenience store next door. Travelers who would prefer to be closer to the city center could check out the Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto Shijokarasuma (Karasuma), but it lacks an onsen.
The 125-room 9 Hours Capsule Hotel is a five-minute walk from Kawaramachi Train Station in the Shimogyo-ku district. The single-bed capsule rooms are designed for short stays, attracting an unusual mix of business travelers, solo travelers in transit, and nightclubbers. Numbered pods line corridor-style bedrooms with separate floors for men and women. Communal bathrooms have all the essentials including modern showers, small lockers, and hairdryers. Facilities are basic, with no televisions and minimal bedding, but free Wi-Fi and bathroom products are included. Keep in mind that you must check out and check in again that night if staying multiple nights. This budget hotel is fine for a 24-hour stopover or to quickly explore the temples nearby, but guests who prefer traditional rooms might try the Ibis Styles Kyoto Station instead.
The 125-room 9 Hours Capsule Hotel is a five-minute walk from Kawaramachi Train Station in the Shimogyo-ku district. The single-bed capsule rooms are designed for short stays, attracting an unusual mix of business travelers, solo travelers in transit, and nightclubbers. Numbered pods line corridor-style bedrooms with separate floors for men and women. Communal bathrooms have all the essentials including modern showers, small lockers, and hairdryers. Facilities are basic, with no televisions and minimal bedding, but free Wi-Fi and bathroom products are included. Keep in mind that you must check out and check in again that night if staying multiple nights. This budget hotel is fine for a 24-hour stopover or to quickly explore the temples nearby, but guests who prefer traditional rooms might try the Ibis Styles Kyoto Station instead.
Part of an international chain of serviced apartments, Citadines Karasuma-Gojo Kyoto has 124 chic, contemporary studios and apartments with kitchenettes and seating areas. Each unit is equipped with flat-screen TVs, dock stations for music players, DVD players, and free Wi-Fi. Located on a busy Kyoto street, the upper-middle-range property is a three-minute walk to the Gojo subway station. Breakfast, self-service laundry, and on-site parking (all with extra fees) are about all the hotel offers in the way of features. Travelers looking for a more traditional hotel property may prefer the Royal Park Hotel The Kyoto, and those looking for a traditional ryokan experience could try the Kyoto Garden Ryokan Yachiyo.
Part of an international chain of serviced apartments, Citadines Karasuma-Gojo Kyoto has 124 chic, contemporary studios and apartments with kitchenettes and seating areas. Each unit is equipped with flat-screen TVs, dock stations for music players, DVD players, and free Wi-Fi. Located on a busy Kyoto street, the upper-middle-range property is a three-minute walk to the Gojo subway station. Breakfast, self-service laundry, and on-site parking (all with extra fees) are about all the hotel offers in the way of features. Travelers looking for a more traditional hotel property may prefer the Royal Park Hotel The Kyoto, and those looking for a traditional ryokan experience could try the Kyoto Garden Ryokan Yachiyo.
