Hotels with Bars in Kyoto

After extensive research on various social media and travel apps, I chose this hotel, and my experience far exceeded expectations – it was truly worth it. The airport/station transfer was convenient, and the front desk staff provided excellent service, making me feel right at home. The room was spacious, and all amenities were exceptionally complete. The hotel's location is also superb; it's quiet at night, and various attractions are within walking distance, just across the street from the luxurious Capella. The public bath was a delightful surprise, much cleaner and more professional than many hot spring resorts in China. A soak before bed truly helped me recover and recharge. Regarding some reviews mentioning preferential treatment towards white guests and ***, I didn't experience any of that, except for one odd instance during breakfast where my half-eaten meal was cleared away prematurely. The breakfast selection was incredibly diverse and plentiful. Overall, a fantastic and worthwhile stay!

Our experience at Six Senses Kyoto was truly wonderful. As a new hotel opened in 2024, it exudes an elegant Japanese Zen style, and the public courtyard is particularly photogenic. The room was spacious enough at 42 square meters, and the attention to detail was impeccable. The breakfast selection was rich, offering both local Kyoto flavors and Western options, and the quality of the food was excellent. Its location isn't far from Gion and Kiyomizu-dera Temple, making it very convenient for sightseeing. The only slight downside is that it's a bit of a distance from the subway, so I'd recommend taking a taxi for getting around. The service was meticulous and attentive, making for a very relaxing stay overall, perfect for those looking to slow down and enjoy a holiday.

We decided to book Nogha whilst we were in Kyoto so we could relax a little more than in previous locations. We opted for a bigger room to have some space and it didn't disappoint. The bed was huge, the room for two was a really good size. It was clean and well decorated. The bakery downstairs was a great addition, we had breakfast there on our consecutive mornings. I would thoroughly recommend it if you're looking for a nice four star hotel and something a little quiet. Staff were also lovely and our luggage had been taken to our room when we checked in.

This hotel is located in Umekoji, just one stop from Kyoto Station, with trains running approximately every 10 minutes. If you're traveling with kids to the aquarium and railway museum, both are within walking distance, which is very convenient. The staff are incredibly friendly; upon arrival, they offer refreshing cold towels to beat the heat. The lounge area provides complimentary drinks (including beer), a reading nook, and a game zone. The second floor offers direct access to a large public bath, jacuzzi, indoor and outdoor hot springs, and a sauna – all well-equipped and managed orderly despite the considerable foot traffic. The hotel promotes eco-friendliness, allowing guests to refill their water bottles from dispensers in their rooms.

We stayed here for a family trip over Children's Day in May. Banyan Tree is such a renowned brand even in Korea, so I had high expectations when I booked our stay. However, we were hoping for a mountain view, but instead, we got a cemetery view – and on a dark, rainy night, it was quite enough to give us nightmares. If you're looking for a relaxing experience, like soaking in a Japanese cypress (hinoki) bathtub, you'll be satisfied, but I have to say the view was extremely disappointing. On the positive side, the Japanese tatami room vibe was very pleasing, and the aroma oil program at the spa was really interesting.

Exceptional Stay in Kyoto for the Whole Family! We had an outstanding stay at Hotel Nikko Princess Kyoto during our family trip. The location is ideal—situated in a quiet neighborhood yet only a short walk from Shijo and Karasuma stations, making it effortless to explore the city's top attractions. Unlike many typical, compact Japanese hotel rooms, the accommodation here was remarkably spacious, exceptionally clean, and comfortable, giving our family plenty of room to relax after a long day of sightseeing. The amenities were top-notch, and the beds guaranteed a restful night's sleep. What truly elevated our experience was the hospitality. The staff demonstrated true Japanese Omotenashi—always polite, attentive, and eager to assist with directions and luggage. The breakfast buffet was another highlight, offering a delicious variety of both authentic Japanese dishes and Western options. We couldn’t have asked for a better home base in Kyoto and would highly recommend it to any family or group visiting the city!

Good location, less than 5 mins walk from Kyoto station, ard 5 mins walk to the closest bus station, 15 mins walk from a large Aeon shopping mall. decent room size for two, just manage to fit two large suitable open at the same time and several washing machines in tbe hotel, which is good for long travellers. Plenty of shops and restaurants nearby, several convenient stores nearby. will stay here again, if I re-visit Kyoto.

We booked a triple room, and with three beds, the room was quite compact, but we could still fit our luggage. The hotel is a bit of a distance from the station, but there are two buses an hour to Kyoto Station, which is very convenient, and the location is easy to find. For breakfast, there are two restaurants to choose from. The Japanese one offers a set meal, so we ate at the Western restaurant all three days, which basically met our needs.

Great location and souvenir/shops are in a couple of minutes so if you're not picky and don't mind the smell, it can be okay option. Maybe for a couple of days you won't even notice. We stayed for 5 nights, towels and trash was cleaned everyday. We slept good. Overall clean (good housekeeping work, but shower needs renovation). We booked a 24-26m room for about 100$ a night which was lowest price in all central Kyoto because we didn't bother to book something good in advance. We went for it even though we read the reviews and hoped for the best. For example, while I was in Kanazawa I paid about 30-40$ for a hotel which was old in a good way. Room was spacious has a mirror with light for makeup and enough room for 4 open suitcases (you can add extra bed). The hotel is old, I guess the pipes make it smell awful. Every time you walk into a room the smell is there. Air conditioning is loud so you can't sleep but you can open a window if it's not too hot outside. Bed is comfortable and everything was clean. Pillow ....not so comfortable so the neck hurt. Free tickets to Kyoto tower was a nice option but when we got into a tower it wasn't interesting because the windows weren't clear and the light was dim in a bad way and also that smell... (we visited Fukuoka tower before and it was amazing compared to that). Also what really shocked me that there were trays for drip coffee with ”used drip coffee” sign, but the hotel doesn't provide drip coffee and only does instant coffee. And you need to go for all amenities like tea to the hotel lobby. Of course after a long day if you didn't stack your tea in advance, you can forget about it. Also an example of hotel's greed: 600 yen for washing clothes, 200 yen for water. Really? Not even a bottle of free water and I was afraid to drink from the smelly pipe. There was mold in the shower (but only if you look clother) and the toilet was the oldest one, even older than I saw in public restroom in some parks. But clean nevertheless. The lighting was dim, hard to see anything. I guess the hotel must retire soon or do something about the pipes. There were sometimes loud people in the corridor but I guess it's just luck.

There are plenty of conveniently located power outlets and light switches by the bed. The reception/front desk staff are very friendly and helpful. The location is excellent, with convenience stores, good restaurants, and public transport connections all within walking distance. There's a cafe directly downstairs that also serves decent food. The kitchen is also equipped with everything essential.