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Kyomachiya Ryokan Sakura HonganjivsHotel Okura Kyoto
Both properties are rated highly by writers. On balance, Kyoto Hotel Okura ranks significantly better than Kyomachiya Ryokan Sakura Honganji. Kyoto Hotel Okura scores 89 with approval from 9 sources including Oyster, Michelin Guide and Lonely Planet.
Kyomachiya Ryokan Sakura Honganji
Fodor's
Oyster
Lonely Planet
228 Butsuguyacho Aburanokoji Hanayacho Sagaru, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 600-8347
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Multilingual
- Air Conditioning
Fodor's "Traditional architecture and attractive tatami rooms, baths included, are among the draws at this popular property in Honganji's quiet temple area." Full review
OysterMid-Range
"The charming, mid-range Kyomachiya Ryokan Sakura presents itself as a classic Japanese inn." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"This new ryokan, a relatively short walk from Kyoto Station, has clean, efficient rooms as well as a variety of traveller-friendly extras." Full review
Hotel Okura Kyoto
DK Eyewitness
Time Out
Star Service Oyster
Condé Nast Traveler
Michelin Guide
Forbes Travel Guide
Frommer's Lonely Planet
537-4 Ichinofunairicho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 604-8558
From $99/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
DK Eyewitness "Centrally located, the hotel is close to the shopping district of Shijo-Kawaramachi, but still has pretty views of the mountains beyond the city from many of the bedroom windows."
Time Out "It can boast of being the tallest in the area, with 17 floors, but the best reason to stay is the location, above a subway station in the Down-town district." Full review
Star Service "Across from the Kyoto City Office, this hotel is 3.5 kilometers north of Kyoto Station and has basement-level access to the Kyoto-Shiyakusho-mae subway station." Full review
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Corner Deluxe rooms are the most popular requests from repeat guests as they are larger and have dual views.
OysterLuxury
"One of the tallest buildings in Kyoto, the 322-room Kyoto Hotel Okura offers skyline views of the city and a luxury experience that includes spacious rooms and six on-site restaurants." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler82.1
"This newcomer, a broad gray block, garners a slew of perfect scores, including one for its location, next to the Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae subway station and across from Kyoto City Hall." Full review
Michelin Guide "Rooms here come with subdued colour tones and plenty of amenities." Full review
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Those on the 7-16th floors are built around a central atrium; ask for one with views of the Kamo-gawa River and Higashiyama Mountain Range.
Forbes Travel Guide Recommended
"Combined with its downtown location, fantastic access...breathtaking vistas of the nearby Higashiyama Mountains and fascinating city streets, Kyoto Hotel Okura has long been a top choice." Full review
Frommer's "In short, luxurious accommodations, a great location in the heart of Kyoto, and a hospitable staff come together to make this an excellent choice." Full review
Lonely Planet "This towering hotel in the centre of town commands an impressive view of the Higashiyama Mountains." Full review
