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Kyoto Brighton Hotel
4.6/566 Reviews

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Nishijin Kyoto|1.55km from Shonenji Temple (Neko or Cat Temple)
Located a few minutes walk to the Imperial Palace is this hotel. This area is considered to be a ”quiet zone” so there is a minimal commercial activity. There are very few restaurants and the closest convenience stores are a block or two away. If you ever watched movies like Die Hard or In the Line of Fire, you remember scenes in a hotel with a large indoor atrium with glass elevators. All the room doors face the open atrium. That is exactly what the design of this hotel is like. All the amenities are on the ground floor or below. As for the rooms. For Japan, these rooms are quite large. It would be comfortable for international visitors who are used to larger rooms. The amenities are not branded but of higher quality. There are three areas for parking. Ground level, basement, and outdoor. While checkout is at noon, you get complimentary parking until 3 pm. We choose this hotel for this feature. Allows you to spend the day exploring without worrying about the expensive street parking costs. There is a taxi stand with taxis until about 10 pm. There are five restaurants, be fair warned, all are quite pricy. There are two breakfast options. If you want a traditional Japanese breakfast, you go to the Japanese restaurant Hotaru. If you want a ”western” breakfast, there is a buffet at the Terrace restaurant. We were not interested in seeing the nightlife but wanted to be close to the Imperial Palace and Nijo Castle. This hotel was perfect for our needs. Would recommend without hesitation.
Roku Kyoto, Lxr Hotels & Resorts
4.2/569 Reviews

Roku Kyoto, Lxr Hotels & Resorts

Ohara/Kibune/Kurama Kyoto|1.68km from Shonenji Temple (Neko or Cat Temple)
From the moment we arrived at Roku Kyoto, we felt completely taken care of. From the warm greetings we received as we got out of the taxi to the genuine smiles and hospitality given to us at Reception. There is a pride that exudes from everyone at Roku Kyoto, and for good reason. It is an absolutely extraordinary hotel. But it's not just the beautiful accommodations and the incredibly thoughtful design throughout the property. Nor is it just the sumptuous food stunningly presented at every meal. It is the people who work there and represent the true heart and soul of what the Roku Kyoto experience is all about. My wife and I have traveled all around the globe and we have rarely encountered such a level of excellence. The architectural design, the interior design, the facilities and the grounds are all stunning. In fact, the photos from their website do not do it justice. The room we had on the 4th floor was gorgeous and the bed was perhaps the most comfortable bed we have ever encountered (and we travel often!). The tranquility, the views, the attention to detail throughout the hotel are are not just glorious but absolutely inspiring. The gorgeous pool is filled with water from the natural hot springs that abound in that area of Kyoto. It is a sumptuous experience to swim in that very special pool. We only had breakfast at the hotel, but it was the best we encountered in Japan. The food was beautifully prepared , the choices were extensive and stunningly displayed and the service was impeccable. In fact, service is another thing that sets this extraordinary hotel apart. It's not just well done, there is a pride and a joy that emanates from every member of the staff, no matter what their position. It's what gives this place true heart and soul and it's what elevates the experience. We will never forget our stay at Roku Kyoto and cannot wait to return! We would like to especially thank Kayo Naskagawa. Her attention to detail, her inherent ability to go the extra mile for a guest. Her sweetness and ease. Her ability to listen and use that information to heighten the Roku experience for a guest. Kayo, for us, represents everything we love about Roku Kyoto and why we cannot wait to return.
Aman Kyoto
4.2/536 Reviews

Aman Kyoto

Ohara/Kibune/Kurama Kyoto|2.15km from Shonenji Temple (Neko or Cat Temple)

Latest booking 23 hrs ago

This is the second hotel I stayed in Kyoto. Before going to Aman, I read some of posts here that the service was bad. I then quite regret to make a room reservation though I was impressed by the photos and posts from website. Besides, I had a bad first impression toward Aman Kyoto as they replied email for at least 3 days. This is not acceptable for such hotel with high room rate. When I arrived the hotel for the first day, I was quite surprised by the service. The hotel staff load my luggages from taxi efficiently and sent them to rooms directly. Then I was guided by another staff for check-in. She served me and my child a cup of green tea. This green tea is very special. Its taste is green tea but has a floral smell. My kid and I were very impressed. Unfortunately, I forgot to buy one before leaving. Then we went to Living Pavilion to have lunch. After lunch, our room was ready and a staff took us to the room and introduced us the facilities. The room is spacious, even the bathroom. We stayed in room 楢 . It is near the Living Pavilion, hotel’s restaurant. It is quite quiet. For our staying of two nights, we almost had dinner in room. The Udon noodle tastes good. My son ate it in lunch time and two dinner time. The hotel also provides welcome desserts for every night. First night is dried persimmon and the second night is chocolates. The chocolates are very very yummy. I tried the spa massage for two times. It is really good. As only me and my son in this trip, he couldn’t use the complimentary onsen. I then paid for a private onsen. It is very comfortable. The room’s pillows are very hard. My kid and I didn’t have a good sleep. We asked the front desk to give us a softer one for second night. It still doesn’t fit for me. Thus I didn’t sleep well during my stay. The breakfast had three choices: Western, Japanese and wellness. We tried western and Japanese breakfast. Both are delicious. Especially French toast in western style and porridge in Japanese style. The taste is unforgettable. The hotel environment is very comfortable. It is far away from the city. Only trees and grass around us. Everywhere has fresh air. It refreshes me. If the bed and pillow fit me, it will be perfect. We also had lunch in Tak-An restaurant. The food is good. The staffs are very nice and kids-friendly. They are very tolerant to kids. The check-out process is also very smooth. Everything is well-prepared, even our luggages. We booked a transportation to the Kansai Airport through the hotel. The driver is nice.

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Resi Stay Nishijin
4.3/513 Reviews

Resi Stay Nishijin

Nijo Castle Kyoto|0.99km from Shonenji Temple (Neko or Cat Temple)
We had mixed reviews of this accomodation Pros - was a very large room two small doubles and a bunk perfect for families. Amenities are great with wifi, lots of kitchen utensils, stove, tea and coffee supplied, toothbrushes available, washing machine and tablets are provided with an inbuilt dryer system in the bathroom. Bathroom and shower area was also spacious. Beds are on the okay side but could be softer. The area itself is nice and quiet with a bus stop right out from we utilised every day, supermarket and Lawsons are across the road and you feel very safe. Would recommend for families. Cons - check in is in a different location 20minute taxi away so we had to catch a train to the check in office when arriving in Kyoto from Osaka, then a taxi to the accomodation after this which chewed up a few hours as we had to wait 45min in addition to check in due to busyness of the office. The area is a bit out of the way of everything next time I might consider staying at a different resi stay location closer to sights and facilities like shops etc. All the restaurants in the area seem to not open for breakfast until 11am so we had to have McDonald’s if we didn’t want to cook or travel too far for breakfast as we have a toddler (early riser). Same occurred at dinner time a lot of restaurants didn’t seem to be open the Monday or Tuesday we were there or opened too late for us (we travelled with a four year old). Our last disappointment was resi stay apparently have a strict not noise at night policy however another room partied until about 3am but there is no front desk or after hours phone number to call to complain / get the noise to stop. Was very frustrating as walls were very thin so we didn’t sleep very well. Overall we would stay with Resi Stay again but at another location due to Nishijin being a bit too out of the way for us.

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Hostel Sui Kyoto
4.6/59 Reviews
Nijo Castle
AMAZING!! This is one of my favourite hotels/ hostels I’ve ever stayed in. Feels so traditionally Japanese and the small touches around the dormitories are lovely. From the calming music that plays all day to the amazing bathroom/ shower facilities, we didn’t want to leave! Towels, hairdryers and toiletries are complimentary. The 206 bus runs from Kyoto train station near Dormitory Sui and then it’s about a 5 minute walk. Whilst it’s not in the centre of town, it’s still very close. The woman working on reception was SO lovely and couldn’t do enough to help us. Side note: if you book through Booking.com, you will still need to pay city tax when you arrive. We were not aware of this. Can’t recommend this place enough when you’re in Kyoto!
Guest House Kingyoya
4.6/54 Reviews
Nijo Castle
I stayed with my 80 year old mother who lived in Machiya until I married. Very nostalgic space. It was old but well maintained and seemed to have stayed at my grandmother's house 50 years ago. Now my mother lives in a condominium, and I live in a confidential house, so I'm worried about the sound and the cold. There are heaters and hot water. Because the sound was out of the tube, I was very concerned when I went to the toilet at night. It was the first second floor room, so it was good to change to the first floor room near the toilet. I want to stay, but if you are worried, I recommend asking anything by phone or email. The 500 yen rental bicycle is quite old and should be new. If you check in, please lubricate. Breakfast is a hall kotatsu and everyone is all together (8:~ and 8:30 ~). At first it was awkward air, but once the story is over, it is fun. The person who is nervous to the first person may be confused. The meal was made by all the owners from the morning. The correct Japanese breakfast such as baked fish, miso soup and small bowl was delicious. The accommodation fee is very reasonable for Kyoto, and I want you to stay in the young and foreign people now. It is all the words of the young owner, ”I want you to enjoy the inconvenience”. I'm sure I'll repeat if I'm 20 years younger, but the toilet is close recently (laughs).
Kefu Stay & Lounge
4.4/520 Reviews
Nijo Castle
It is recommended for those who want to stay at a reasonable price with a feeling of cleanliness. I had a morning at the cafe of 1F for breakfast, but it was very delicious and very satisfying. Thank you very much.
Guest House Koiya
4.4/515 Reviews
Nijo Castle
1. The hotel is not in the city center, in a quiet and elegant residential area, the traffic is very convenient to walk to the subway station (Kuramakou) for more than ten minutes. The nearest bus stop is a few minutes, and the 12 bus goes directly to Gion in half an hour, which is very convenient. 2. The price is really too cheap. I didn't expect to include breakfast. There are various fruits, breads, yogurt, coffee, and instant soup, which are enough. 3. The hotel feels like a Japanese-style family in movies and animations. I especially like the courtyard. I heard that it has a history of a hundred years, so it is not so new, but it is quiet, clean and warm. Although there is no separate bathroom, the two bathrooms and two toilets downstairs are very convenient. If you want to experience a Japanese garden, the family feel of Japanese drama is right. 4. There should be no parking space. The room I live in is very small and cannot add an extra bed, but I sleep very comfortably and feel cramped and cramped. The hotel is full of young people traveling, there are no children, it should be no problem. See the pictures for everything else, and luggage can be stored
Guesthouse Hana Nishijin
4.8/52 Reviews
Nijo Castle
Take the No. 50 bus from Kyoto Station and get off at Shangqixuan Station. Cross the road and follow the small road of the 7-11 convenience store. Then turn left for a total of three minutes. Because it is an overseas homestay, no breakfast is available. But the boss will prepare bread, butter, jam, etc. for free in the refrigerator, as well as free coffee, various teas, and Japanese snacks. There are three rooms in the hotel, and there are 3-4 people in larger rooms. The hotel owner is very welcoming, with very good sanitation and facilities to evaluate the five stars.

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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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