"It's still the place to stay if you want to make the right impression on your local business associates or Japanese in-laws."

"At the foot of the mountains, the Westin Miyako feels far from the city while retaining great access to downtown." Full review

"An elegant and luxurious hotel, with an annex styled as a Japanese tea room for those wanting ryokan-style accommodation."

"The setting can’t be faulted: the 501-room Westin sits against a verdant mountain and boasts gardens by master Jihei Ogawa and his son." Full review

"On 6 landscaped hectares on the eastern outskirts of the city, 4 kilometers northeast of Kyoto Station, this hotel is opposite Keage Station, near some of Japan's finest shrines, temples and museums." Full review

"This large, 499-room Westin has served as a hotel since 1900 and has an illustrious history, housing Allied officers during World War II, and now hosting state officials from all over the world." Full review

"This large hotel is divided into a main building, east and south wings, and the Kasuien annexe designed by Togo Murano to resemble a tea ceremony house." Full review

"For families, there's a playroom equipped with a slide and toys for young children, plus both indoor and outdoor pools...a variety of Western-style rooms are available" Full review

"The property still maintains its 19th-century charm...this beautiful blend of past and present guarantees that The Westin Miyako Hotel Kyoto will continue its long-lasting legacy. " Full review