Hotels With Breakfast in Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

The hotel has a great location, very close to JR Kyoto Station, and is popular with tour groups, so the elevators are busy most of the time. We were assigned a room on the 7th floor near the elevator. Unfortunately, the room above us was extremely noisy, with loud footsteps and constant jumping—likely from a family with young children. We reported the issue to the reception, and the staff said they would check on it. The noise stopped temporarily, but it did not go away completely. We had to endure the disturbance for two nights. Considering the high price we paid during peak season, this was definitely not worth the money. The hotel did not make any real effort to assist us—no room change or alternative solution was offered, even though we followed up again both in person and by email. Because of this experience, we would choose a different hotel next time. Additionally, there were Post-it notes stuck on the air vent and the smoke detector in our room, which was quite strange and unclear why they were there. There were also very few power outlets, and the hotel lacked basic facilities such as a vending machine or a laundromat. Overall, I would recommend staying at one of the newer hotels nearby instead.

I had a great stay at Agora Kyoto Karasuma. The hotel has a calm, elegant atmosphere, and the rooms are thoughtfully designed with a minimalist Japanese style that feels both modern and cozy. The location is perfect, close to transportation, shops, and great local restaurants, which made getting around Kyoto very convenient. The staff were kind, welcoming, and always ready to help with anything I needed. Their hospitality made the experience even better. Overall, it was a wonderful stay, and I would definitely choose Agora Kyoto Karasuma again on my next visit to Kyoto.

The room was very clean, and the location wasn't too far from Kyoto's core areas. It was a bit of a walk to the subway, but definitely manageable. There's a convenience store nearby which was very handy. The entrance has a beautiful, traditional Japanese design. The room came with a clothing deodorizer, which is super useful in Japan. Most hotels in Japan don't provide bottled water, but I think there were plastic cups and an ice machine available for free on the fourth floor, along with a vending machine. The coffee packets offered on the first floor, though, were quite bad.

This hotel far exceeded my expectations. That day, I traveled all the way from Wakkanai after visiting Cape Soya, then flew from Chitose Airport to Osaka, and finally arrived in Kyoto. I was incredibly exhausted, both mentally and physically. Beyond the usual tea bags and shower gel found in Japanese hotels, this place offered premium amenities like bath salts. But the best part was that this hotel has a 'power on' system for the room key! This meant I could leave the room with my card, and the electricity wouldn't shut off! You could also tell the local environment was pretty good; the birds on the street weren't afraid of people at all. They'd walk right next to the sidewalk, and wouldn't fly away even when people passed by.

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Station: During autumn, they have a display in the lobby showing the fall foliage status of several temples, along with the day's weather. The rooms are decent, and it's not too far from Kyoto Station, but there's no public bath. You can pick up complimentary toiletries by the elevators. Staff greetings are a hit or miss. The biggest downside is breakfast; it's quite poor compared to other Mitsui hotels, with limited choices and average taste.

This is my second time staying at this hotel, and I still really like it. Transportation: The bus stop is Shijo Nishinotoin, and the subway station is Shijo. However, please note that in the past, you could take bus route 50 directly from Kyoto Station to the hotel entrance. But when I went this year, I found that luggage is no longer allowed on the bus. So, when checking in or out, you'll need to take the subway to and from Kyoto Station. Especially if you're returning to Kyoto Station to buy a HARUKA ticket for Kansai Airport, you'll need to allow more time for navigating and purchasing tickets. The location is a bit removed from the hustle and bustle of Shijo Kawaramachi, but the surrounding amenities are very complete. There are two supermarkets nearby, a Family Mart convenience store, and many restaurants. The housekeeping staff are Japanese, and they are very thorough and meticulous. Thumbs up! Kyoto in February isn't cold. Two or three layers are enough during the day (thermal underwear, sweater, jacket). You might even feel warm at noon or after walking for a while. In the evening, just add a scarf, and you'll be fine. If you have hair, you don't even need a hat; your head won't get cold.

A very standard Fresa Inn. If you're a member, you can check in at 2 PM and check out at 12 PM. The room is more than enough for one person, and all the amenities are provided. The staff's English is quite good, and they even have a handheld translation device. Exiting the hotel, turn right, and you'll find Exit 4 of Shijo Subway Station, with a very convenient elevator entrance. Turn left, and you're at Daimaru Department Store. To go to Osaka, you can take the Hankyu Railway directly, no need to go to Kyoto Station first. Fresa Inn is my favorite business hotel brand in Japan, highly recommended!

The room is quite spacious, allowing me to open a 24-inch suitcase. There are two supermarkets downstairs that stay open late, making it very convenient for shopping. Multiple bus stops nearby offer easy access to anywhere you want to go. There's a direct subway line to Osaka, and getting to Arashiyama is also convenient, taking less than 30 minutes.

Extremely satisfied, this hotel offers great value for money. For someone with a bit of a潔癖 (germophobia), the overall environment was clean and tidy. The room wasn't small (the double bed allowed access from both sides), there was a bathtub (though I didn't have time to use it), and the bathroom design was well-thought-out (separate wet and dry areas, convenient for two people to use simultaneously). Public facilities included a water dispenser, coin-operated washing machine, and a public bath 👍. The hotel lobby has a convenience store, and it's right next to a JR station (convenient for visiting Arashiyama and just one stop from Kyoto Station). There are also bus stops nearby, which was incredibly convenient; I took the bus back to the hotel from Shijo every day. Highly recommend it; I'd probably choose this place again on my next trip to Kyoto.

Stayed at the Mitsui Garden Hotel Kawaramachi Jokyoji from 20-24 Dec. This was my 2nd stay there in 2 consecutive months, despite there being hundreds of hotels in Kyoto.  Location:  the hotel is located in the city center with Nishiki Market and Teramachi indoor shopping street located very closeby. Kawaramachi is also a big commercial street lined with plethora of shops and malls.  Train stations within walking distance.  Hotel Facilities and Amenities:  this is a very beautiful hotel next to a temple (and small cemetery). The rooms are exemplary clean and quite spacious for Japan’s standard. Many facilities such as a public onsen, on-site restaurant, vending machine, ice machine, etc. No gym, which is not a big deal at all if you are in Kyoto for a short tourist visit.  You will be doing a lot of walking anyway if you choose to.   I only visited the on-site restaurant for dinner once. The food was okay, but nothing to write home about. Service staff was accommodating (I had to use a wheelchair at the time); however, service was lackluster otherwise.   Hotel staff service:  cannot praise the service by the hotel staff enough. This time around, I had injured my foot and couldn’t walk for 2 days. I was touched by the staff’s incredible kindness - they went out of their way to really help me out. Overall:  if you want city center location with easy access to modern shops and an array of restaurants within walking distance, big and super clean room, and great hospitality,  I’d highly recommend this hotel.