Hotels in Kyoto

"Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jingo-ji A truly unique experience, only available at a hotel integrated with a temple, is the 'Morning Service Experience' (500 yen). Exclusively for guests, this Jodo-shu Buddhist service is held daily in the lobby. I received a paper detailing the service flow and participated from my seat. It was a refreshing and optional activity. [Accommodation] Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jingo-ji [Address] 620 Sadatoe-mae-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto City, Teramachi-dori Shijo-dori Shita [Access] 1 minute walk from Hankyu 'Kyoto Kawaramachi' Station 1 minute walk from Exit 10 of Subway Karasuma Line 'Shijo' Station 7 minutes walk from Keihan Main Line 'Gion Shijo' Station [Check-in/Check-out] 3:00 PM / 11:00 AM"

"Nice, calm and compact hotel situated in a neighborhood (no traffic sounds). Very comfortable beds 🛌, I had a great sleep. Friendly staff. Unfortunately the hotel doesn’t offer anything except of the most basic necessities (amenities), but for sleeping over it is good enough. Walkable distance to the imperial palace park, walkable to the centre, very good location. The room(s) could use deeper cleaning of the dust in the rooms (see pictures)."

"Our second stay here was quite a rollercoaster! 1. Even though it was pricier than a standard room, the hotel provided a larger room with four beds as requested, so the kids didn't have to worry about mom and dad not being around at night. (Happy 😊) 2. We noticed the Shinkansen (bullet train) noise was a bit loud at night, and the children had trouble sleeping until after midnight when it quieted down. (Concerned 😞) 3. The next morning, the hotel front desk promptly helped us switch to a lower-floor room on the other side, where the noise would be much less. Since they needed to set up four beds, we agreed to check in around 6 PM. (Happy 😊) 4. However, when we returned to the hotel at 8 PM the next day, we found only two beds. It seemed like they might have forgotten to arrange the extra beds. (Uh-oh 🥲) 5. After realizing the issue, the front desk promptly upgraded us to a huge room on the top floor (one level up) for free! (Excited 😆) 6. Room 124, the new one, was fantastic, though we did find a previous guest's small handkerchief behind the curtain. (Awkward 🤦) Overall, it's still a pretty good hotel with excellent staff. We've stayed here two years in a row when visiting Kyoto, so I can definitely recommend it."

"It was quite a walk from the main station but there is a bus stop nearby so it’s not that bad. There were convenience stores and a whole street of food just right outside the hotel which made dining out very convenient. The staff was nice and the interior was clean and neat too. Just to note the air was really dry so do consider bringing a portable humidifier if you’re sensitive with that. They also do housekeeping once every 3 days but you can just ask them for new towels and leave your rubbish outside your door for them to clear!"

"Our absolute favorite hotel in Kyoto, Japan – we were extremely satisfied! Meals were super convenient with a convenience store and supermarket right outside the door, which we visited daily. The subway station was just a five-minute walk away. The hotel's hot spring was its most unique feature; it's so rare to find a hotel with one. We'll definitely be staying here again on our next trip to Kyoto."

"This hotel is one of the best I have ever stay! The staffs are really polite and friendly! They can speak English! They provide soaps for babies & also provide child’s pajamas which I can let my child wear when going to the onsen area before changing out. The supper ramen is really yummy N the breakfast is incredible, it’s really comprehensive! They have different onsen pools. Also they have massage chairs & snacks provided outside the onsen area! Very recommended!"

"I wouldn't recommend staying here if you're traveling with parents; it's incredibly cramped, and space is extremely tight for the price. Honestly, for over 500 RMB, you'd get better value and comfort at a budget hotel. **Facilities:** The space is extremely cramped. As shown in photo 2, the toilet and bathtub are practically on top of each other with no separation. Additionally, there's a raised step between the bathroom and the main area, which is a significant tripping hazard. **Environment:** The overall environment feels very enclosed and claustrophobic. I was quite taken aback to find a bar table just 20cm from the bed. **Service:** Chinese-speaking staff were available, but they initially provided the wrong door code, preventing me from entering the room."

"I was initially concerned about the walk to the subway station, but to my pleasant surprise, there was a bus stop right downstairs from the hotel. Direct buses to major attractions (like Sannenzaka/Ninenzaka, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Nijo Castle, Kyoto Imperial Palace, and the Tamako Market filming location) were readily available, running every ten minutes. This made getting around incredibly convenient, and I didn't take the subway at all during my four-day stay in Kyoto, relying entirely on buses. Since I tend to tire out quickly, I would return to the hotel to rest after visiting each attraction, ending up going back and forth to the hotel three times a day. In the evenings, after dinner, I enjoyed leisurely strolls back to the hotel from the Kamo River. It truly made for a very relaxed and unhurried trip. Both Nishiki Market and Kyoto Daimaru are within comfortable walking distance. That area is indeed a bustling part of Kyoto, where a straight walk down one street can lead you to the Kamo River, Yasaka Shrine, and Gion Hanamikoji, offering a plethora of restaurants and bars. The room features a separate entryway. Inside, there's a sliding door that can be closed at night to enhance sound insulation, though the room's soundproofing was already excellent; I couldn't hear a single sound. The bathroom has a wet/dry separation, and both the toilet and shower areas were impeccably clean. The most thoughtful gesture was when I accidentally threw a broken umbrella into the trash; the housekeeping staff noticed it, retrieved it, and left it neatly beside the bin. Whenever I encountered cleaning staff in the hallway, they were always very polite and greeted me with a smile. The lobby offered complimentary self-serve lemonade, coffee, and matcha. Overall, a very satisfying stay."

"The hotel boasts a fantastic location, making it easy to get anywhere. There's a bus stop right outside, and the subway is also very convenient. The front desk staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. Our room was very clean, though the lighting was a little dim. The small eatery directly across the street served delicious food and offered amazing value. Even though the menu wasn't extensive, we ended up going there twice!"

"I really liked our hotel room. It was big enough for the two of us. Both the room and the bathroom were very clean. The staff were helpful as well. After our stay, we could also leave our luggage for a few hours before we left Kyoto so that was very nice. The hotel is also conveniently located because it's around 8 minutes walk from the Kyoto Station. Here, you don't have to worry about not having the same power outlets because they have USB type charging ports. The hotel feels relatively new as well. I really enjoyed our stay here."