Palace Side HotelvsSeikoro Inn
Both hotels are praised by expert writers. Overall, Seikoro Inn scores significantly better than Palace Side Hotel. Seikoro Inn scores 79 with praise from 3 publications like Oyster, Frommer's and Lonely Planet.
Palace Side Hotel
380 Oukakuencho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 602-8011
From $85/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Fodor's
"A great option for travelers on a budget, this hotel has a good location, convenient access to public transportation, and a helpful multilingual concierge." Full review
Frommer's
"Located just west of the Imperial Palace...offering bare-boned small rooms (all nonsmoking) with the basics of fridge, desks too small for any serious work, free Internet connections" Full review
Seikoro Inn
467 Nishi Tachibanacho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 605-0907
From $350/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
Frommer's
"This ryokan just east of the Kamo River was established in 1831, with the present building dating from a century ago." Full review
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The staff is warm and welcoming and will prepare Western breakfasts on request.
Oyster
4.0
"Outside the city center near the Kamo River, the upscale Seikoro Inn is a "ryokan," a traditional Japanese inn with dedicated in-room service, communal baths, and guidelines." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"The Seikōrō is a classic ryokan with a grandly decorated lobby." Full review