What kind of accommodation is Cross Hotel Kyoto? The hotel is a luxury business hotel. The ambiance is very cozy, stylish, and modern. Everything, such as interior, furniture, and decorations, etc., is fashionable. If you are looking for modern hotels in the center of Kyoto, you may want to stay here. Perhaps, if this is…
What kind of city hotel is THE THOUSAND KYOTO? This is a stylish hotel near Kyoto Station. If this is your first visit to Kyoto, you should stay here. I thought that the property would be like a typical chain business hotel. Because it is rated a 3-star hotel, but I was betrayed by the…
What kind of boutique hotel is Villa Sanjomuromachi KYOTO? This is like a hideaway for adults. There are only 12 rooms. We didn’t see other guests during our stay. Absolutely the property completely emphasizes private experiences for each guest. If you are looking for sophisticated boutique hotels in Kyoto, I would recommend it. Perhaps, if…
What kind of resot hotel is L’Hotel de Hiei? This is not a 5-star hotel, but very cozy. When I have a chance to visit Kyoto in the summer season, I always stay at this boutique resort hotel. Because Kyoto City is much hotter than Tokyo during the season. It would be hard to walk…
What kind of city hotel is Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion? Some people sometimes ask me “I want to stay in the southern Higashiyama area but there are only ryokans around there. Do you know where modern hotels are in the area?” I understand that most of the authentic ryokans have only limited facilities. Some…
What kind of ryokan is Yado Kiramachi? This is a small spectacular place in Kyoto. The Machiya-style building would be quite close to the original. It seems that it’s been renovated recently. The property may be for international visitors. Kyoto is one of the well-known spots in the world. I understand the owner’s concept. If…
What kind of city hotel is Hyatt Regency Kyoto Hotel? If this is your first visit to Kyoto, you should stay here. Access to the property would be easy from Kyoto Station if you take a taxi. It takes 5min. Perhaps, if you don’t have enough time to spend in Kyoto, I would recommend it. …
What kind of city hotel is The Ritz Carlton Kyoto? This is one of the luxury hotels in Kyoto. We have stayed at The Ritz Carlton Tokyo, Osaka, and Okinawa but The Ritz Carlton Kyoto would exceed others. Everything, such as hospitality, ambiance, food, and facilities is impeccable. If you are looking for luxury hotels…
What kind of hotel is Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier? This is a luxury business hotel. If this is your first visit to Kyoto, I would recommend it. Great access to public transportation when you go sightseeing. Also, there are many restaurants, cafés, and shops, etc., within walking distance. The location is really convenient. If…
What kind of city hotel is Hotel Kanra Kyoto? If this is your first visit to Kyoto, I would recommend it. Because the location is near Kyoto Station, and great access to public transportation when you go sightseeing. Also, there are many shops, restaurants, and cafes, etc., nearby. Perhaps if you bring small children, it…
What kind of Machiya House is Aoi Hotel Kyoto? If you are looking for Machiya-style properties, I would recommend it. This is like a holiday home in Kyoto. Everything, furniture, decorations, and interior tend to be sophisticated. The ambiance is unique in that it feels luxurious and down to earth. Perhaps if you plan to…
What kind of hotel is Suiran, a Luxury Collection Hotel Kyoto? This is a luxury authentic hotel with private hot springs in Arashiyama. If you love the Arashiyama area, you should stay here. Perhaps, if you want to get much of an immersive “Japanese-style luxury” experience as you expect, I would recommend it. We were…