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Suiran, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto
4.8/559 Reviews
Arashiyama/Sagano/Takao
My wife’s birthday trip at the Suiran was a dream come true. With successive Covid cancellations, it took us four years of planning, but it was worth the wait. With their traditional Japanese structures and landscaping, the Suiran was our oasis of calm during Kyoto’s busiest season (cherry blossoms). We enjoyed a wonderful dinner and the best breakfasts of our lives in their dining room, and blissful riverside happy hours in their cafe. Our comfortable room had all the amenities, and a soothing minimalist aesthetic. The Suiran staff is spectacular: thoughtful, gracious, attentive. Through our years of planning and days of enjoyment, we were guided by Suiran’s chief concierge, Hiromi Maruyama. Her kindness, patience, and expertise added greatly to the success of our time in Kyoto. Her suggestions and insights, and good spirits were a beacon shining our way. We are indebted to her for her efforts on our behalf.
Fauchon Hotel Kyoto
4.8/5136 Reviews
Kawaramachi
This hotel is incredible ! It’s brand new, rooms are very upmarket, great facilities, quality of food (breakfast needs to be experienced to be believed), gym was excellent but it is the service that is absolutely mind blowing ! We haven’t experienced anything like it decades ! The check in experience was first class, room service first class and the concierge managed to surprise us every single day - running after us with umbrellas, chasing down taxi’s in the rain, big smiles every day and they were all really nice to our 5 Year old daughter (and it was genuine) ! So, we left our passports in the room safe by mistake - they called as soon as they found them (by which time we were in Tokyo) - the hotel manager, Kiyoshi Gomamoto sent one of their staff (Kokoro) to Tokyo hi hand deliver/return our passports to us, she was a lovely lady ! We are so appreciative and will cherish the memories from this hotel ! Thank you Kokoro, Kiyoshi and everyone at Fauchon. Highly recommended !
Marufukuro
4.8/540 Reviews
Kyoto Station
On one hand, it’s a gorgeous hotel with incredible, professional and helpful staff. Very comfortable accommodation (we booked the suite; room 401) with high spec finishing and serious eye to detail. All mod cons, first class shower/ toiletries and a bed you don’t want to leave. There’s a library on 3rd floor with Nintendo memorabilia and a well stocked whisky bar with a little outside space - very relaxing. On the other hand, the location isn’t great. Whilst only 1.6km from the action, you REALLY notice it, mainly due to one factor, food. A) there is no room service. B) there are literally 2-3 restaurants in a 7 minute walking distance (2 of which we went to and left after a drink). C) limited food at the hotel and at set times. Breakfast, lunch and dinner all need to be pre-booked (if not part of your room cost). All are set menus i.e. you have no choice. You get what your given with a decent price tag. We tried breakfast on our last morning and whilst the quality was good, it really wasn’t to our taste. The lounge has snacks but it’s literally that; cheese, ham, chocolate or cake. So if food and location are not top on your priority list, this is a strong 4*, maybe even a 5* hotel and experience. If they are though, overall it’s probably closer to a 3* experience and therefore, you question the value for money. Again, the staff were excellent and one of the highlights of our stay.
Hotel Okura Kyoto
4.8/5247 Reviews
Kawaramachi
The transportation is convenient. Exit 3 of Kyoto Shiyakusho Station on the Tozai Subway Line leads directly to the downstairs of the hotel. Although the facilities are not smart enough, they are well maintained and easy to use. The service is particularly good. The Japanese breakfast set menu is exquisite and delicious, and the buffet breakfast has both Japanese and Western styles, as well as Chinese steamed dumplings and siomai. It is very close to Kamogawa. There are many delicious restaurants in nearby Kiyamachi (mainly Western) and Pontocho (mainly Japanese). The restaurant is relatively late. The three nearby commercial streets are also very lively, and most shops close early. The view from the room is great, as is the view from the breakfast restaurant.
Kyoto Arashiyama Onsen Kadensho (Kyoritsu Resort)
4.5/5231 Reviews
Arashiyama/Sagano/Takao
I and my mother stayed there for one night 20000 yen per person, with dinner and breakfast. It was a very comfortable stay. This was more like a hotel, except that we needed to walk around without your own shoes (without getting dirty feet) inside. It was fully booked on that day. We had an earlier check-in, which mean that we could enjoy our relaxing private Onsen bath without standing in line. We also tried the large onsen baths later in the evening after a long walk in the beautiful Arashiyama area nearby. It was hot, but great. One of the baths was outside in a Japanese garden. We got warmed up from the inside out, and had an ice popsicle before we went up to our room for good nights rest. We also enjoyed a huge dinner and breakfast, true local cuisine with typical taste in Kyoto that supposed to be refined and ”delicate” - you shouldn´t expect any strong taste, and correctly cooked. This supposed to be a 3-star-hotel, but the amenity was completed. We didn´t miss anything here. We thought the staff at the front desk were not amazing, but definitely not poor. We didn´t need to deal with them so much as we had good information in written form. Everything was clean and pleasant. Had absolutely nothing to complain. We would definitely love to come back again. My rating is 4 - not more or less. I certainly see that they still have a room for improvement, but overall I didn´t personally understand all the poor reviews.
Ishibekoji Ryugin
4.6/52 Reviews
Gion/Kiyomizu Temple
十分滿意,就在高台寺門口;往南去清水寺,往北去知恩院南禪寺步行不累,一路皆景。這才是京都

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Highest PriceUS$11,320
Lowest PriceUS$74
Number of Reviews 5,189
Number of hotels137
Average Price(Weekday Night)US$795
Average Price(Weekend Night)US$856

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On Trip.com, it's easy to search for hotels in Kyoto. Planning a trip to Kyoto? Kyoto is a city with tons of tourist attractions. You'll never want to leave! You can stay 3-5 days at hotels in Kyoto without running out of things to do.

For those traveling for business and tourism, Kyoto Airport is the preferred choice when visiting Kyoto. It's easy to reach Kyoto. The city can be reached by plane, train, and car.

You don't have to worry about accommodations when traveling to Kyoto. Here, there are more than 1438 hotels for you to choose from. The local average price is 163 USD per night. There are a variety of hotels to meet the needs of different types of travelers. There are 48 five-star hotels in Kyoto at an average price of 423 USD per night. There are 151 four-star hotels in Kyoto at an average price of 255 USD per night. There are 458 three-star hotels in Kyoto at an average price of 163 USD per night. There are 465 two-star hotels in Kyoto at an average price of 126 USD per night. There are many well-known chain hotels in Kyoto. Those who favor Westin can choose a hotel under its name. Westin is the most popular brand among tourists. New Miyako Hotel Kyoto is one of the most popular hotels in Kyoto. If you're still unsure, Trip.com recommends Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto.

If you stay at a hotel in downtown Kyoto, nearby attractions like Nishiki-ichiba, Shijo Kawaramachi, Kamogawa River can be your first stop. If you want to spend a fun vacation with your family, locals recommend visiting Kurama Onsen Hot Spring, Sanzenin, Arashiyama. You can also visit top-rated attractions like Togetsu-tei, Kiyomizu-dera, Gion. Commercial areas like JR Kyoto Isetan, Kyoto Takashimaya Store are ideal places to buy souvenirs.

Average Temperature

• January to March: 8.0°C during the day, 3.33°C at night

• April to June: 20.17°C during the day, 15.17°C at night

• July to September: 28.58°C during the day, 23.75°C at night

• October to December: 15.25°C during the day, 11.08°C at night

Average seasonal Rainfall

• Spring: 76.67 cm

• Summer: 175.0 cm

• Autumn: 190.0 cm

• Winter: 88.33 cm

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