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Car park
Bar
Shuttle service
Beauty salon
Laundry
Safety deposit boxes
Shops
Currency conversion service
Closest transportation
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Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station is within 0.15 km
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Sanjo Keihan Subway Station is within 0.5 km
Location rating score
| Service | 4.6 |
| Number of restaurants | 7 |
| Location rating | 4.5 |
| Closest airport | Osaka International Airport (ITM) |
| Distance from airport | 39.3 km |
This traditional hotel has been cultivated by history since its establishment in 1888.
The main lobby - which features an atrium brimming with warmth - and entrance hall - which has quietly marked the passage of time - welcomes all guests.
Located in the heart of Kyoto City, the hotel has plenty of sightseeing areas and historic spots within walking distance that are filled with the traditional Kyoto atmosphere, including Gion, Pontocho, Kamo River, Takase River, Nishiki Market, and more.
There is a welcome lounge close to Kyoto Station where guests can check their luggage (fee required) and use the shuttle.
Guestrooms are located on the 7th floor and above. Twin and Double rooms feature stand-alone shower booths, allowing guests to enjoy a relaxing bath time.
In the wide variety of restaurants - which include Japanese cuisine, French cuisine, teppanyaki cuisine, Chinese cuisine, a buffet, and more - guests will be provided with the best flavors and a special time.
At top lounge 'Orizzonte,' enjoy a view of the former capital's townscape from the top floor 60 meters off the ground while dining on a buffet meal with around 60 varieties of cuisine.
Area Information
The hotel is in a great location overlooking Kamo River in the east and is close to Gion and Pontocho, two districts filled with the traditional Kyoto atmosphere.
It is directly connected to Kyoto-Shiyakusho-mae Station on the Tozai Subway Line so access is also quite convenient.
- 15 min by subway from Kyoto Station
- 15-20 min on foot to Hanamikoji-dori, main street of Gion
- 3 min on foot to Kiyamachi, a downtown area of Kyoto
- 5 min on foot to Pontocho, the geisha quarter of Kyoto lined with tea houses and restaurants
- 10-15 min on foot to Shijo Kawaramachi, a downtown area of Kyoto
- 5 min on foot to Shinkyogoku, a popular shopping arcade in Kyoto
- 15 min on foot to Nishiki Market, the kitchen of Kyoto
- 3 min on foot to Kamo River, a therapeutic spot of Kyoto
- 3 min subway ride + 10 min walk to Heian Shrine & Higashiyama Zoo which is popular with kids
- 6 min subway ride + 10 min walk to Nanzen-ji Temple & Lake Biwa Canal
- 9 min subway ride + 10 min Randen (retro streetcar) ride to Arashiyama
Excellent4.5
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*Notice of Smoking Ban in Some Guestrooms
Effective 2018/6/19, some guestrooms will be non-smoking. Please ask lodging staff about smoking spaces.
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4.2
Comfortable room and provide good services
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3.8
Booked the hotel twice and both time got room upgrade. Had a wonderful stay. Nice staff. Hotel has this "imperial" old touch to it and it appears to have a character. We prefer this to the modern style. Location is good although we loved the gion area and
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5.0
Wonderful service, room was excellent. Quiet! Bathroom really well thought out. Breakfast very good especially French toast! Concierge desk very helpful. Easy walk to nice restaurants and subway train station can be reached from inside.
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5.0
Great location wit spacious rooms! Very attentive and professional staff who make the hotel a home away from home!
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5.0
“reception”
Service was good.
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