We stayed in a very nice twin room which was a good size for this price hotel. It was large enough to easily fit a small table and two chairs. It felt very comfortable and a great place to return to each evening. The bathroom was fairly small but it was level with the room and not a step up... more

After long days of traveling and touring Kyoto, we looked forward to coming back to Mitsui Garden Shijyo Hotel. It was easy to get to from Kyoto Station by cab. The warm, friendly staff took great care of us and spoke clear English. They even came upstairs and instructed us how to use the temperature controls! The room rate includes... more

Staff were very polite but not overly friendly at reception, however, they were excellent via the telephone. We had an ironing board and iron delivered within 2 minutes of our call. Rooms were standard size for a Japanese hotel and of course very clean. The location is good for shopping in town but a rather long walk to some of... more

The hotel is centrally located within walking distance of shopping and the Geisha district Gion. Rooms are small by western standards but generous for Japan. Sheets and towels are changed daily. The breakfast buffet is good value at around $9. Staff were curteous and helpful but often with a limited amount of spoken English. The laundry service was good but... more

Very nice hotel. Highly recommended. Absolutely inexpensive according to Japanese standards. You don't get the red carpet treatment, but who needs it. The only downside is room size (very small) but then everything in Japan is small and efficient. Clean rooms, nice atmosphere, close to downtown, and well equipped for the business traveler. I stayed in another hotel for two... more

I expected the Mittsui Garden to be a 3 star hotel and so was absolutely delighted with all the amenities. First of all, the lobby was elegant and beautifully clean. The staff upon arrival were great and efficient and oh so friendly! I was simply delighted with the room -- although an ordinary size, it had a bidet, hairdryer, bath... more