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Hotel near Kyoto Station and surrounding areas,Kyoto
With a stay at THE THOUSAND KYOTO, you'll be centrally located in Kyoto, within a 5-minute walk of Kyoto Station Building and Kyoto Tower. This luxury hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Kawaramachi Street and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Nishiki Market.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers body treatments and facials. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a banquet hall.
Enjoy Italian cuisine at SCALAE, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 222 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and flat-screen televisions are provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and bidets.
"The hotel's location is fantastic! The design is also very modern and forward-thinking. The front desk and concierge staff were all incredibly enthusiastic and always attentive to whether we needed any assistance. It was a very satisfying stay. We stayed in Japan for 7 nights and switched between 3 hotels, and this was by far the most satisfying five-star hotel experience!"
Centrally located in Kyoto, Dhawa Yura Kyoto is within a 15-minute walk of Chion-in Temple and Nishiki Market. This luxury hotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Heian Shrine and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Kyoto Imperial Palace.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as a 24-hour fitness center and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at GRILL 54TH, a restaurant which specializes in international cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk.
Make yourself at home in one of the 138 guestrooms featuring minibars and espresso makers. 55-inch LCD televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and coffee/tea makers.
"So I want to start but saying this hotel is considered luxury and in the pricier side for Kyoto walking distance to Gion.
Our room was big and the bed comfy. Hotel decor is stunning and the staff are nice.
I liked the 12pm checkout which I really think should be compulsory. And the pajamas and robes were lovely.
Complimentary coffee and snacks every day as a nice touch.
We did not have breakfast as it was very expensive in comparison to other places in the area plus we wanted to explore
The only problem I had with this hotel was the price we paid to have 1 very small bag of underwear, socks and few t shirts washed and dried. Considering most hotels offer a laundry room inside their hotel, we thought this would be the case when reception said housekeeping take washing by 8am every morning.
We did not expect this service to be free but it was £75.00 ( approx 16,000 yen)
Our laundry bag was 100% missing the pricing sheet.
So i was so shocked by this.
Japan does not take too well to complaints so I swallowed the cost due to misunderstanding. So unless you want s huge bill. Take laundry elsewhere!!!
I would stay again as like the quietness of this hotel and it has a beautiful ambience. You can also cross the bridge to the river restaurants very easily too.
Kyoto is simply stunning and this hotel ticks lots of boxes ."
Hotel near Kyoto Station and surrounding areas,Kyoto
A stay at Kyoto Tokyu Hotel places you in the heart of Kyoto, within a 5-minute drive of Nishihonganji Temple and Kawaramachi Street. This luxury hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Kyoto Tower and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Nishiki Market.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a fitness center or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Enjoy international cuisine at KAZAHANA, one of the hotel's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Planning an event in Kyoto? This hotel has 6458 square feet (600 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 6 meeting rooms. A train station pick-up service is provided at no charge, and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 408 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
"Facilities: My only complaint is that the king-size bed in the king room is made of two single mattresses pushed together, and after sleeping on it for a while, a gap forms between them.
Hygiene: The hygiene is excellent.
Environment: The surrounding area is very quiet, and there are convenience stores not too far away.
Service: The service attitude is great, and the hotel even offers free shuttle service to Kyoto Station."
With a stay at Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion in Kyoto (Gion), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Kiyomizu Temple and Kawaramachi Street.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access and concierge services.
At Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A train station pick-up service is provided at no charge, and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 157 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and minibars (stocked with some free items). Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and flat-screen televisions are provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and complimentary newspapers.
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"This was our first time staying in the Gion area, and Hotel the Celestine truly elevated the experience. The atmosphere is calm, elegant and very Kyoto. From check in to departure, everything felt smooth and professionally handled.
The cleanliness was impeccable. The room was thoughtfully arranged with a perfect balance of modern comfort and traditional Japanese touches. Beds were extremely comfortable and the space felt well planned, not cramped like many city hotels.
What makes this hotel special is the location. Stepping outside places you immediately in the charm of old Kyoto. Walking through Gion in the early morning before the crowds arrive was unforgettable.
Service deserves special mention. The team was polite, warm and always ready to assist with genuine hospitality.
A beautiful property for anyone who appreciates quiet luxury in a prime cultural setting. We would gladly stay again."
Located in Kyoto (Downtown Kyoto), The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto is within a 15-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street and Nishiki Market. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Shijo Street and 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Pontocho Alley.
This hotel has 9 floors in 1 building and offers designated smoking areas.
At The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities.
Make yourself at home in one of the 125 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily.
"The hotel location is excellent. Near to Nishiki market and subway. The service from staff excellent. The amenities like Iconic Lounge, public bath and breakfast was superb for us. We love the cakes served from Iconic Lounge and also the cocktails with alcohol. Will be back next time."
Located in Kyoto (Higashiyama Ward), Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto is within a 15-minute walk of Kiyomizu Temple and Shijo Street. This luxury hotel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Kawaramachi Street and 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Fushimi Inari Shrine.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages and body treatments. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including hot springs and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
At Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary Japanese breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 52 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and coffee/tea makers.
"Everything was superb with the one exception, for an onsen hotel that have one of the selling point, in room onsen bath, the water was just regular hot water, why would I need to stay at an onsen hotel with in room onsen bath if any bathtub with hot water would do? Trip.com site did not specify that it wasn’t hot spring water. But luckily there was a better room with actual hot spring water supplied to the room available for upgrade, so I spent the extra to make my stay absolutely perfectly memorable."
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9.8/10
Outstanding
GGuest UserLocated beside the Kamo River, the scenery is stunning, and the service is impeccable. Thank you Megumi and Shoko for arranging such an unforgettable gift and hospitality. It's a hotel I would definitely stay at again.
Hotel near Kawaramachi/Karasuma/Omiya, Kyoto 15.3% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:€885
9.7/10
Amazing
EEnma _FoodieVery convenient, spacious, and modern Airbnb stay. The unit is well-equipped with almost everything you need, including a washing machine, drying rack, cooking utensils, grill stove, coffee machine, and other useful amenities. The space is surprisingly large and very comfortable, especially for families or groups.
The location is also great, with a grocery store, restaurants, and other conveniences nearby, making daily needs easily accessible.
One thing to note is that there is a cemetery directly behind the property. For guests who are sensitive to this, it may be something to consider before booking. However, if this does not bother you, the stay is otherwise excellent.
The only issue we encountered was during check-in. The elderly front desk staff could not communicate in English and was initially unwilling to assist us. Even though our booking was fully paid and confirmed, we had to repeatedly explain the situation before he finally provided the check-in code. It appeared that the information was already available in the system, so the process was more frustrating than necessary.
Other than the check-in experience, everything else was great. Overall, a comfortable, spacious, and well-equipped stay that offers excellent value for money.
Hotel near Kyoto Station and surrounding areas, Kyoto 31.1% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:€215
9.7/10
Amazing
NNuninuniOnly reason i stayed here is bcoz its one of the few in kyoto to have natural onsen. I choose the bettei as i would have private onsen in my room. Price is steep as location is good. Overall a great stay and so expensive as all the drinks from the fridge are paid for. So please allow luggage space to bring home the drinks 😬
Hotel near Kawaramachi, Kyoto 15.3% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:€234
9.6/10
Amazing
SSultanofparisThe hotel had an authentique Japanese feel to it , very spacious rooms , kind staff , and perfect location ! If you are coming from Tokyo to get another feel of Japan then this must be the perfect location !
Being used to major hotels in Tokyo , this came as a contrast , it felt like a traditional home but with all the luxuries you need. I highly recommend
Hotel near Kawaramachi, Kyoto 15.3% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:€152
9.4/10
Amazing
GGuest UserLocated on the 2nd floor, accessible by elevator from the central square exit, this hotel is incredibly convenient. It exudes the charm of a classic, established hotel. For breakfast, there's Ogawa and Yakiniku Hiro right across the street. We also found the best value for money meal near Komero Park – picture 4 shows a meal that was only 5000+ yen! Kinkaku-ji and Kiyomizu-dera are definitely worth visiting, and the Biwako Valley ski resort was stunning. The aquarium is good too. Kyoto is a city you can easily spend 3 days exploring.
Hotel near Kyoto Station and surrounding areas, Kyoto 31.1% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:€100
9.4/10
Amazing
GGuest UserI stayed at this hotel for the entire three-day trip to Kyoto. The location of the hotel is not bad. It takes a few minutes to walk to the Kamogawa River, and about ten minutes to walk to Takashimaya? Just take a walk.
The variety of breakfast is incomparable to that in China. The bread is quite good. I also saw his bakery in Osaka Takashimaya.
The room area is considered large in Japan, and the hygiene is also OK. Dyson hair dryer, free mask, whitening sensitive skin should be used with caution.
The minibar gave a lot of small biscuits and fruits, and the taste is OK. There is no bottled water. It is said that the tap is direct drinking water and can only be boiled for drinking. The water flow of the tap is small, but the shower water pressure is enough.
Hotel near Kawaramachi, Kyoto 15.3% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:€194
9.3/10
Great
__shair850000****The room was very quiet, and the blackout curtains worked perfectly. The staff were super friendly and helpful; they even offered me an umbrella when it rained without asking for my room number, which was a lovely gesture and reminded me of the grand service of yesteryear. It's an easy walk to the bustling downtown area. Right next to the hotel is Foguang Temple, which has two huge ginkgo trees and is surprisingly peaceful with hardly any tourists.
Hotel near Kawaramachi, Kyoto 15.3% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:€70
9.3/10
Great
AAdariEverything was good except the service in hotel restaurants, which was exceptionally bad:
1) breakfast: waited for food for 40 mins, reminded the server 2 times - still nothing;
2) bar: a too long wait for a cocktail. the server said that as apology said cocktail won’t be in included in the bill… but it was there;
3) afternoon tea: told the staff that I dislike dairy products, but have no allergy. So, for example I can eat most sweets, but not the ones with a strong taste of mascarpone cream. In the end they gave me just a plate of fruit and when I remninded them of the above they… did nothing ) I stayed at this hotel and had afternoon tea there last year too - everything was fine then.
All of the above are 3 different restaurants inside the hotel, so I wouldn’t recommend going to any restaurant there. In all other aspects except services related to food the hotel is good.
Hotel near Kyoto Station and surrounding areas, Kyoto 31.1% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:€245
9.3/10
Great
FFrankafuMy main goal for this Kyoto trip was to revisit Kiyomizu-dera and Fushimi Inari-taisha, and explore Kibune. So I chose to stay near Kawaramachi, and ended up picking this Hilton. The hotel is right by Shiyakusho-mae Station on the Tozai Line. I'd recommend using the Kawaramachi Plaza exit, as it's the only one with an escalator; if you use Exit 1, you'll have to carry your luggage yourself. Technically, you can't see Honno-ji Temple's graveyard from the hotel, but it is close to the road and can be a bit noisy at night. In the mornings, there are fewer motorcycles, and Sundays are quiet – I even slept through breakfast one day! You can walk to Keihan Sanjo Station, enjoying the Kamo River along the way. If you prefer, it's also just one subway stop. It's not far to walk to Kawaramachi Shijo either, and there are plenty of dining options nearby. This time, I surprisingly opted for a breakfast and dinner package. The variety was better than at Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo Premier, but they don't change their menus, so eating the same thing for three consecutive days can get a bit monotonous. As for a drawback, I'd suggest the hotel checks the elevator buttons – the static electricity is quite bad; I got shocked almost every time.
Hotel near Kawaramachi, Kyoto 15.3% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:€140
9.1/10
Great
GGuest UserLove the location and the peace in Arashiyama. Nice place to relax after a very busy week visiting places in Osaka and Kyoto. Love the private bath in the room we booked❤️ plus the private onsen bath especially if you have tattoo. Who doesn’t love a free ice cream/cold green tea after onsen😄 and don’t miss the free ramen from 22:30-23:30 😊 lastly, the staff are really nice, helpful, and the Japanese breakfast was very tasty! Beautiful experience and now we are well rested to visit other places in Japan!