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APA Hotel Kyoto EkimaevsTawaraya Ryokan
Both hotels are recommended by experts. Overall, Tawaraya Ryokan is preferred by most writers compared to APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae. Tawaraya Ryokan scores 79 with positive reviews from 4 reviews including Fodor's, Frommer's and Lonely Planet.
APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
806 Minami Fudodocho Shiokoji-sagaru, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 600-8234
From $31/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Smoking Rooms
"This smart-looking business hotel is a good choice for its location." Full review
"This excellent business hotel is a good midpriced choice. Rooms are on the large size, with firm, clean beds and unit baths. The staff are professional and seem at ease dealing with foreign guests." Full review
Tawaraya Ryokan
Frommer's
Concierge
Star Service
Hideaway Report
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
278 Nakahakusancho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 604-8094
From $0/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Air Conditioning
- Breakfast included
"With refined taste reigning supreme, each room is different and exquisitely appointed." Full review
"A favorite of heads of state, movie stars, and obsessive Japanophiles... devastatingly expensive."
"Located east of the Oike subway station, this expensive hostelry numbers among the most famous ryokan in Japan, along with Hiiragiya across the street." Full review
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The hotel rarely responds to special requests in advance.
96.0
"Celebrated ryokan in the center of the city, owned by the same family for nearly 300 years. Stepping inside feels like a form of time travel." Full review
"The hotel is known not only for its hospitality, but also for the sumptuous but subdued decor, impeccable service, and splendid gardens." Full review
Top choice
"Tawaraya has been operating for more than three centuries and is one of the finest places to stay in the world." Full review