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Kyoto Brighton HotelvsTawaraya Ryokan
Both properties are recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Tawaraya Ryokan scores slightly better than Kyoto Brighton Hotel. Tawaraya Ryokan ranks #7 in Kyoto with positive reviews from 6 publications such as Fodor's, Star Service and Concierge.
Kyoto Brighton Hotel
Insight Guides
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Time Out
Oyster
Michelin Guide
Jetsetter
330 Shiteicho, Nakadachiuri, Shinmachi-dori, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 602-8071
From $164/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Insight Guides "Graceful, well decorated rooms in an up-market hotel near the Imperial Palace. Easy access to sightseeing areas from nearby Imadegawa subway station."
Fodor's "One of the city's best hotels, the Kyoto Brighton has an elegant design sense and thorough dedication to good hospitality." Full review
Lonely Planet "The Brighton is a large hotel located on the west side of the Kyoto Imperial Palace, something of an out-of-the-way location." Full review
Time Out "Once the most dated of Kyoto's top-end hotels, the Brighton was given a much-needed makeover in 2010 that finally brought it up to speed with the local competition." Full review
Oyster4.0
"Located in a residential area of Kyoto, the four-pearl Kyoto Brighton Hotel is stylish and spotless, with 182 guest rooms." Full review
Michelin Guide "You’ll find this well-run hotel in a quiet, scenic area near the Kyoto Imperial Palace."
Jetsetter "Classy crash pad with a rooftop pool and terrace within walking distance of Kyoto's imperial palace." 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
Frommer's "With refined taste reigning supreme, each room is different and exquisitely appointed." Full review
Concierge "A favorite of heads of state, movie stars, and obsessive Japanophiles... devastatingly expensive."
Star Service "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.
Hideaway Report96.0
"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
Fodor's "The hotel is known not only for its hospitality, but also for the sumptuous but subdued decor, impeccable service, and splendid gardens." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Tawaraya has been operating for more than three centuries and is one of the finest places to stay in the world." Full review
