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Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

Hotel in Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER features a fitness centre, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Kyoto. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, a concierge service and free WiFi.

C
Claudia
From
Netherlands
Everything about this place was amazing. The room was larger than the usual in Japan. I loved that there was a gym, and it’s well in the center but not too loud. It is close to everything! I love that there was also a bath tub. The beds were comfy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,377 reviews
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US$204.06
1 night, 2 adults
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Dusit Thani Kyoto

Hotel in Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

Located in Kyoto and with Kyoto Station reachable within less than 1 km, Dusit Thani Kyoto provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a bar.

E
Emilio
From
China
Everything is very good, the pool is very confortable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,421 reviews
Price from
US$277.71
1 night, 2 adults
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Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

Hotel in Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

In a prime location in the centre of Kyoto, Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho is within 1.7 km of Kyoto Station and 1.8 km of TKP Garden City Kyoto.

D
Dan
From
New Zealand
Absolutely amazing Onsen Hotel located meters from the JR station. Staff were very helpful and friendly and the overall experience was a highlight of our time in Japan
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,263 reviews
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US$181.07
1 night, 2 adults
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The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto

Hotel in Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto

Attractively situated in Kyoto, The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers a bar.

C
Constantinos
From
Cyprus
Location, lounge, design, amenities, staff, cleanliness
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,190 reviews
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US$199.48
1 night, 2 adults
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The Gate Hotel Kyoto Takasegawa by Hulic

Hotel in Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto

The Gate Hotel Kyoto Takasegawa by Hulic features a restaurant, fitness centre, a bar and shared lounge in Kyoto.

M
Miami223
From
Japan
The room was nice and clean. The bedding was exceptional. I loved the hardness of mattress and pillow, and the sheet was so smooth. I slept like a baby for two nights. I enjoyed complementary alcohol and coffee at the lounge on 3F. They had a fire pit and you can enjoy BBQ marshmallows there!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4,221 reviews
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US$251.01
1 night, 2 adults
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Ace Hotel Kyoto

Hotel in Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto

Ace Hotel Kyoto features free bikes, fitness centre, a garden and terrace in Kyoto.

J
Juliette
From
Italy
I’ve been guest of many Ace Hotels but this one was one of the best. Perfect position, beautiful room, perfect position. Very nice lobby. I had a great time here!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,213 reviews
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US$324.89
1 night, 2 adults
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GOOD NATURE HOTEL KYOTO

Hotel in Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

GOOD NATURE HOTEL KYOTO has a fitness centre, garden, a restaurant and bar in Kyoto. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.

A
ANGELI
From
Philippines
The bed was very comfortable, the room was spacious and had a tea table and a couch. It even had an area/room for the luggages/wardrobe. the toilet was big- a vanity area, separate toilet, shower and a bathtub tub.We booked a 3 single beds corner room which was very comfortable. Absolutely spacious and well thought of design. The breakfast was a good variety of western and Asian cuisine, and had fresh salad, and they also served food that’s locally grown/farmed. Hotel was also environmentally conscious providing refillable stainless water bottles and a water filling station on each floor. The bath products provided were also organic and gentle on the skin and hair. The location was perfect! It is right next to Takashimaya and approx 70 meters away from the main crossing. It’s on the quieter side of the busy area. There is a small grocery on the ground floor selling local and home grown food, and many organic fruits and veggies. The hotel also has a few restaurants. We were only able to try Roku- a ramen place and we really liked it. The patisserie in the hotel was always full- many locals also go there for dessert/tea time. Across the hotel is a famous gyoza place called Chao Chao which always had a long queue. This is the best hotel I’ve stayed in Japan! I’ve been to Japan many times and I highly recommend this if you’re going to Kyoto and want to be centrally located. I will stay in this hotel again when I go back to Kyoto. The staff are very helpful, warm and friendly. They helped me in making a reservation for the airport bus from Kyoto to Kansai airport in Osaka. They also booked a van taxi for us since there were 3 of us with luggages.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,887 reviews
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US$240.16
1 night, 2 adults
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THE THOUSAND KYOTO

Hotel in Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

The Thousand Kyoto features air-conditioned rooms with satellite flat-screen TV in the Shimogyo Ward district of Kyoto.

B
Bilal Murat
From
Turkey
Art design everywhere. Spacious. Location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,510 reviews
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US$279.48
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Alza Kyoto

Hotel in Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Awarded two pavilions by the Michelin Guide 2020, Hotel Alza Kyoto is situated near the Kamo River and within Gion District, a 2-minute walk from Sanjo Station.

T
Thaliwal
From
Thailand
Great product with all the necessary comforts. Staff and service levels were absolutely incredible. A true testament to genuine hospitality.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,358 reviews
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US$237.20
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion

Hotel in Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Open from September 2017, The Celestine Kyoto Gion is set in Kyoto, a 10-minute walk from Gion-Shijo Station. Guests can walk to Kiyomizu-dera Temple in 15 minutes from the property.

M
Monique_Celutke
From
Lithuania
This hotel was one of the best experiences during my first time visit to Japan. As soon as you enter you feel like in some Japanese SPA and relaxation world - the smells, the music, the interior. Everything was perfect and exceeded high expectations. I stayed for 3 days and especially loved their public bath - went there 3 times per day (crazy, I know). It was so interesting to try it first time. Be ready and study the rules how to behave if its a first time :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,880 reviews
Price from
US$275.52
1 night, 2 adults
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When the accommodation is just as important as the destination, a five-star stay should give that extra ‘wow’ factor as you enter the lobby. As well as offering the kind of service to make you feel like royalty, you’ll usually find highly rated on-site spas, gourmet restaurants and top-of-the-line beds you won’t want to get out of.

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  • Kuraya Kamigojocho

    Kyoto
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews

    Kuraya Kamigojocho is a 100-year old traditional Japanese townhouse with a charming garden and modern electronic facilities. The holiday home is a 10-minute walk from Tambaguchi Station.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 652 reviews

    Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Nakagyo Ward district of Kyoto, Homm Stay Nagi Shijo Kyoto By Banyan Group is 1.4 km from Kyoto International Manga Museum.

  • Kyoto Tokyu Hotel

    Kyoto
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,886 reviews

    Just 5 minutes from Kyoto Station on the free shuttle, Kyoto Tokyu Hotel features 3 restaurants, a bar and a fitness gym. The modern rooms have Tempur comfort pillows and a satellite LCD TV.

    From US$279.15 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 68 reviews

    Offering free WiFi and inner courtyard views, Kuraya Omiya Shimabara is an accommodation located in a central area of Kyoto, just 1.5 km from Kyoto Station and 1.5 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto.

  • Maana Kyoto

    Kyoto
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

    Maana Kyoto features accommodation situated 1.3 km from the centre of Kyoto and provides a garden and a terrace. With garden views, this accommodation offers a balcony.

  • Kyoto Machiya Fukune

    Kyoto
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 323 reviews

    Situated in Kyoto, 500 metres from Kyoto International Manga Museum,Kyoto Machiya Fukune is an accommodation with a garden. The accommodation has a hot tub.

  • Kuraya Nanseicho

    Kyoto
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews

    Situated in the centre of Kyoto, just 1.1 km from Nijo Castle and 1.8 km from Kyoto International Manga Museum, Kuraya Nanseicho provides accommodation with garden views and free WiFi.

    From US$457.41 per night

  • MOGANA

    Kyoto
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 755 reviews

    Conveniently set in the centre of Kyoto, MOGANA provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, private parking and room service. This 5-star hotel offers a bar.

    From US$594.64 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews

    Set only 1.5 km from Nijo Castle, YADORU KYOTO HANARE Kanade No Yado is a 5-star property well situated in the centre of Kyoto.

  • Marukyo Gakurin-an

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews

    Located in the centre of Kyoto, just less than 1 km from Kyoto Station and a 12-minute walk from TKP Garden City Kyoto, Marukyo Gakurin-an provides accommodation with garden views and free WiFi.

    From US$490.08 per night

  • THE HIRAMATSU KYOTO

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews

    Located in the Nakagyo Ward district, THE HIRAMATSU KYOTO provides a bar. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi.

    From US$1,390.53 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews

    Featuring 5-star accommodation, Garrya Nijo Castle Kyoto is situated in Kyoto, 1.1 km from Kyoto International Manga Museum and 2.1 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall.

    From US$987.36 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,365 reviews

    Conveniently located a 7-minute walk from JR Kyoto Train Station, RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto is renovated in September 2016 and features 8 restaurants.

    From US$272.68 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

    Offering free WiFi and inner courtyard views, Kyo no Ondokoro Kamanza Nijo #2 is an accommodation located in a central area of Kyoto, just 500 metres from Kyoto International Manga Museum and 1.1 km...

  • Fauchon Hotel Kyoto

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 402 reviews

    Boasting a fitness centre, a restaurant as well as a bar, Fauchon Hotel Kyoto is set in the centre of Kyoto, 800 metres from Gion Shijo Station.

    From US$574.61 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews

    Featuring a private open-air bath and garden view, Umeyu no yado by YADORU KYOTO HANARE is located in a central area of Kyoto.

Travelling by car? These five-star hotels in Kyoto and nearby offer free parking

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

    Right in the heart of Kyoto, situated within a short distance of Gion Shijo Station and Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, Maru Izumiyacho offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities...

    From US$1,058.58 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

    Nestled in Kyoto, this private holiday home is about a 2-minute walk from the renowned Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine. Guests benefit from free WiFi and private parking available on-site.

    From US$575.03 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

    Aoi Suites at Nanzenji Modern & Traditional Japanese Style is an entirely non-smoking villa located in the Sakyo Ward district of Kyoto, 200 metres from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji.

    From US$1,666.29 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews

    Situated in Kyoto, 2.9 km from Kyoto Imperial Palace and 3.9 km from Heian Shrine, Yadoya Kyoto Shimogamo offers an open-air bath and air conditioning.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews

    Set in Kyoto, 1.4 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple, ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts by Hilton offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

    From US$858.17 per night

  • moksa

    Kyoto
    Free parking
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 326 reviews

    Situated in Kyoto, 200 metres from Ruriko-in Temple, moksa features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers luggage storage space.

    From US$401.87 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,498 reviews

    Hotel Okura's elegant rooms boast spectacular views of Kyoto against the backdrop of the Higashiyama Mountains.

    From US$320.58 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 95 reviews

    Situated in Kyoto, 500 metres from Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Yuenshe Kiyomizu Villa offers accommodation with a sauna, a hot tub and a steam room.

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  • Dusit Thani Kyoto

    Five-Star Hotel in Kyoto
    Avg. price/night: US$581.93
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,421 reviews
    We don’t often stay in ‘nice hotels’ so this was such a treat. The service is truly 5 stars. The hotel itself feels very luxurious through every touch. It was nice to have the swimming pool as being Summer and Aussies, we had missed being able to have a splash. Tattoos needed to be covered up, but it was open all day without reservations which was great compared to other hotels. Our view overlooked a Temple, the Kyoto Tower and some mountains. Room was spacious. Location good, close enough walk to Kyoto station. We didn’t dine onsite.
    Guest review by
    Courtney
    Young couple

  • The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto

    Five-Star Hotel in Kyoto
    Avg. price/night: US$424.74
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,190 reviews
    Nothing. FAKE 5 stars hotel.
    Guest review by
    CLARA
    Young couple

  • Sowaka

    Five-Star Hotel in Kyoto
    Avg. price/night: US$1,821.90
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 373 reviews
    This hotel was a treat to ourselves on our long trip and it certainly lived up to expectations. I didn’t give 5 stars for comfort as we chose the futon bed for the incredible suite with the wooden soaking tub, so not the most comfy bed but that was my fault!
    Guest review by
    Amanda
    Young couple