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Powered By TripAdvisorIn Japan’s ancient imperial capital, the Kyoto Tokyu Hotel is a serene, contemporary haven perfectly placed amid the narrow streets that shelter Kyoto’s temples, gardens, and shrines. With a gleaming lobby, grand open-plan public spaces, discreet courtyards, and relaxing water features, the hotel has a simple but exquisite aesthetic. Dining options will take you on a culinary journey around Asia, while balmy nights on the floating terrace create memorable contemplative moments.
- 408 nature-inspired guestrooms have green tea sets and yukata nightwear
- Retire to the serene floating terrace for an evening cocktail
- Begin your day at the fitness center for a workout
- Take your pick from six sophisticated banquet halls for receptions or business meetings
- Try sublime traditional Kyoto-style dishes at Tankuma Kitamise restaurant
- Tranquil courtyards and bubbling water features create a peaceful ambiance
Hotel Amenities
Accommodations
The sleek, sophisticated interiors of the 408 guestrooms at the Kyoto Tokyu Hotel are inspired by nature with subtle nods to traditional Japanese design. Expect luxurious details, including Japanese green tea, slippers and yukata nightwear, pampering toiletries, and a shaving set, whether you stay in a room or suite. For an upscale experience, stay in premium or suite accommodations and enjoy exclusive access to the Horikawa lounge and fitness facilities.
Unwind and relax with an excellent room service menu. If you need assistance with dry cleaning, laundry services, or currency exchange, the always helpful concierge is only a phone call away. There is also a complimentary shuttle bus to JR Kyoto Station.
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Explore Asian dining at its finest at Kyoto Tokyu Hotel’s on-site restaurants featuring traditional Japanese cuisine, sushi, and creative dishes from across China.
Kazahana Restaurant – A place for all-day dining, come here for bountiful breakfast buffets, satisfying lunches, and à la carte dinners. Offering a selection of Japanese and international meals — and live cooking stations — this is a go-to for guests looking for an array of choices in a relaxed setting.
Star Hill – This restaurant is a celebration of regional Chinese cuisine. Expect creative, beautifully presented dishes using fresh ingredients. Private dining rooms make this a great choice for business lunches and intimate events.
Tankuma Kitamise – Traditional Kyoto cuisine created by expert chefs is served at Tankuma Kitamise. The dishes revolve around the four seasons and the sushi counter serves some of the best sashimi and rolls in town.
The Terrace – This floating terrace is the best seat in the house for a refreshing cup of Japanese tea during the day and relaxed drinks in the evening.
Horikawa – This tea lounge and bar overlooks the waterfall of the central courtyard and serves delicate pastries and Japanese teas along with a full bar menu.
Activities at Kyoto Tokyu Hotel
Head to the fitness center for a morning workout and choose from the souvenirs at the gift shop. Relax in the courtyard for a quiet afternoon with a book and a cup of Japanese tea, along with the sounds of a trickling waterfall. You will leave Kyoto Tokyu Hotel relaxed, healthy, and reinvigorated.
Outside the hotel, you can easily get to the Nishi Honganji Buddhist temple complex, designated a Unesco World Heritage site. Wander the gardens at Nijo Castle, marvel at the marine life at the Kyoto Aquarium, and learn about steam locomotives at the Kyoto Railway Museum. If you are a fan of Japanese comic books and graphic novels, the Kyoto International Manga Museum is a must-see.
Location
Kyoto Tokyu Hotel is located in Japan’s ancient capital, near the historic Nishi Honganji Temple. The bustling shopping area of Shijo-Kawaramachi can be reached in around 15 minutes by car or public transport.
Address
Gojo-Sagaru, Horikawa-Dori, Kyoto, Japan
Transportation
- Airport
- Osaka International Airport is 27 mi / 44 km away
- Kansai International Airport is 60 mi / 100 km away
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The Cool Kyoto Tokyu Hotel
Tue Jul 08 2025 12:05:58 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by ApurvNagpal
The Kyoto Tokyu Hotel is gorgeous, especially design wise & spaciousness of the rooms. It gets(literally)busloads of tourists- which means the helpful staff is permanently stretched or, as we discovered at night, both their restaurants were fully booked. There's a very convenient shuttle bus to & from the hotel for the train station. A number of shrines surround the hotel.
Average Hotel
Sun Jun 15 2025 18:05:14 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by EricG141
We stayed here for two nights as part of a tour group. The hotel is about 10 minutes by car from the lovely Kyoto station. The hotel offers a shuttle bus on a regular schedule in both directions or you can take a short cab ride. The rooms were average, the gym is OK for a quick workout. The WiFi was fine. The breakfast was also fine.
tucked out of the way
Mon Apr 28 2025 13:48:18 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by N8005WEjohnh
The so-called atmosphere of quiet composure communicating a sense of calm and relaxation certainly evaporated at breakfast time. The breakfast was of a high standard and varied but with long queues. Overall, a pleasant hotel and helpful staff but with so many large tour groups it felt overcrowded and not peaceful. It is about a 25-minute walk to the station and downtown, but there is a hotel shuttle which runs regularly. Our bathroom was small with a step up and as I have seen described before, resembling a cruise ship bathroom.
Nice
Sun Apr 20 2025 08:20:02 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by Nyan Linn H
I guess it is impossible to leave an average, not to mention bad, review in this Guesthouse. We booked a private room - traditional style with views to a cute little Japanese garden and shared bathroom. Everything was like on the pictures and as described. The highlight of the stay are the owners - honestly, these people are like angels: friendly, sweet, smiley, patient, just LOVELY. Mama was quick to answer all our questions (before and during our trip) and took care of a reservation in an amazing fish restaurant that we loved. Papa prepared a beautiful souvenirs from our stay with them. It isn’t a luxury place so if you look for it - it isn’t for you. It is place for beautiful souls looking to share beautiful moments with the hosts and the other guests. It felt like being at home :)
Nice, but room lay-out needs improvement
Wed Apr 16 2025 21:22:24 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by stephenmV9259HF
We were there while on an ADJ tour. The hotel is a very nice facility, and the breakfast buffet is excellent. However, the room we had was poorly laid-out, with the clothing cabinet across from the bathroom door. They should move that cabinet to the right corner, where they now have a TV, then put the TV over the mirror. That simple change would make such rooms far better.
