Hotel Okura Kyoto
Kawaramachi Oike, Nakagyo-Ku, Kyoto 604-0924 Kyoto Prefecture
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#43 of 1,307 hotels in Kyoto
Location
4.7
Cleanliness
4.6
Service
4.6
Value
4.1
2023 Travelers' Choice Best of the Best
Seventeen-story Hotel with impressive lobby of European architecture reminiscent of the 1920s.
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Property amenities
Paid private parking on-site
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Hot tub
Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Shuttle bus service
Business Center with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Parking
Wifi
Sauna
Coffee shop
Restaurant
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary tea
Taxi service
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Massage
Salon
Steam room
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Concierge
Currency exchange
Gift shop
Newspaper
Shops
Doorperson
24-hour check-in
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
Shoeshine
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Air purifier
Bathrobes
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Room service
Minibar
Flatscreen TV
Complimentary toiletries
Safe
VIP room facilities
Bottled water
Hair dryer
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Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
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HOTEL STYLE
Mountain View
Great View
Languages Spoken
English, Japanese
Location
Kawaramachi Oike, Nakagyo-Ku, Kyoto 604-0924 Kyoto Prefecture
Name/address in local language
Hotel Okura Kyoto
Getting there
Great for walkers
Grade: 100 out of 100
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My wife and I stayed at Okura for two nights. The hotel is well situated for exploring Kyoto. Our room was small and in need of an update. Especially the bathrooms and extraordinarily small TV. However, I was late in booking the hotel, and had to settle for a small low category room. I was shocked when I walked in the room and saw the view from the room. The view was gorgeous, I was not expecting this type of view. The service was very good throughout the hotel. Breakfast had another beautiful view but the tables and room were in need of an update. It was nice to be surrounded by traditional Japanese culture. Overall, I would highly recommend this hotel, and will return. If you can afford it, book a higher end room.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: Book a higher end room in this hotel the basic rooms are extraordinarily small and in need of an...
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This is an excellent centrally-located hotel convenient for exploring Kyoto. The breakfast buffet at the top of the hotel commanded superb views of the city and provided a very good range of food. I did not eat at the hotel in the evenings, but instead went round the corner to the Irish bar, which is lovely. There are also many other restaurants within a short walk from the hotel.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Situated between City Hall and the Kamo River, Hotel Okura Kyoto is centrally located to shopping, restaurants and attractions. We stayed 2 nights in a large standard at $178 per night with a sumptuous breakfast. Though it doesn't have an onsen, the deep tub allowed a similar experience. There was a demonstration next door in front of City Hall. I was looking for a 7-ll, Family Mart, or Lawson's where I could find early morning coffee. This is a top choice if staying in central Kyoto.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Traveled with friends
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This is a lovely hotel with outstanding customer service. From the front desk staff to the doormen, everyone was helpful and friendly. It is well located and is an easy walk - or bus/subway ride - to all of the sights. We thoroughly enjoyed our 2-night stay and would stay here again without hesitation.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: There is a great little bakery close to the hotel called Grandir Oike. Perfect for a quick...
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First class Hotel, charming staff (Japan is a most courteous country) and a most helpful and efficient concierge desk. If you're visiting Tokyo, take a couple of days to see Kyoto - and go white water rafting as well.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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When I stayed at the Okura towards the end of last year, I hadn't been there since 2014. This time I was back within 5 months! It's a classy place in the perfect location. Once again I had a "Superior Twin Room with River View" which was very spacious and well-appointed, containing everything I needed for comfort and convenience, and the wide view of the city, river glimpses and the mountains was such a pleasure. I appreciated the two welcoming origami cranes on the table along with a graphic showing the names of landmarks and peaks. This time I had breakfast included in my three-night booking, and the breakfasts were superb, the best I had in the 5.5 weeks I spent in Japan. It's a predetermined set rather than a buffet, with a choice of rice or porridge. Everything was absolutely delicious and so elegantly presented. As a bonus, the breakfast room looks out on a lovely garden. The room service dinners were also very good. Hotel staff are always attentive and ready to help with whatever. There is a subway station directly below the hotel, and many shops and eateries in that area as well as in the immediate surrounds. It's a quick stroll to the river, and the main sights of Gion and Higashiyama are within walking distance. Thank you! I hope to be back in 2024.…
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Traveled solo
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We had a wonderful time staying at Hotel Okura Kyoto. The rooms are American size - huge for Japanese standards! We had a nice view of the mountains. Our room was on the 9th floor and could look down on the beautiful glasswork of the 7th floor in the middle of the courtyard. The staff were all very polite and helpful, gave us many useful directions. The shuttle to Kyoto station was convenient. Yes the pool is for 18 years and older which was a disappointment for my kids, but I can understand the logic behind it. We had the breakfast buffet once and it was good. We also tried a noodle restaurant in the basement level of the hotel, and it was a delight. The location was excellent. All the restaurants and shops were at our doorstep. Overall, we’d definitely stay here again. Thank you Hotel Okura!…
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Nicest staff ever. Front desk was so attentive and friendly. Great location. Buckwheat pillows were hilarious. Attached to a cute underground mall. I apparently need to write more characters and now even more characters.
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Room Tip: Gym / Pool isn’t available for under 18, and extra fee.
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It is really unfortunate to write this review on my first night in Japan. I had booked another hotel, but then selected this one because it had a gym and both myself and my husband needed to use the treadmill, given the temperature outside is above 30 degrees centigrades. We were told by the hotel that we need to pay 3,300 Yen per day per person to use it. We had booked via Booking.com and there is no mention in the first place where the gym appears among the facilities that there would be an additional charge. You have to dig into the pages to find this mentioned. We travel for work and pleasure all over the world, and have never been charged to use the gym in a hotel that lists this among their facilities. I recommend you really check carefully when you book a hotel in Japan, something we should have done much better. The hotel is more expensive than others in their range, and quite dated. We would have happily stayed given our compromise, but this has made it a reason not to return. And worse, even when the manager saw the discrepancy between the different pages of Booking.com did not make a single move to help with this, although we explained we are not interested in the pool, the sauna or anything else in their centre. Would certainly not return. …
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Room Tip: Please note there is a high daily charge to use the gym
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Fantastic location, super convenient to the subway, great breakfast spread (although some simple herbal tea and more juice options would be a good addition). We really loved the Chippendale bar for drinks - so cosy and the barmen provided fantastic service and cocktails. Although the hotel itself is a bit dated, we would definitely stay again.
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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PRICE RANGE
$122 - $254 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
okura hotel kyoto, kyoto okura hotel
LOCATION
JapanKinkiKyoto PrefectureKyotoCity Center / Kawaramachi / Karasuma / Shijo Omiya
NUMBER OF ROOMS
321
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hotel Okura Kyoto
Which popular attractions are close to Hotel Okura Kyoto?
Nearby attractions include KITSUNE KYOTO (0.3 miles), GEAR Theatre (0.3 miles), and Musubi Kyoto (0.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Hotel Okura Kyoto?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
Which room amenities are available at Hotel Okura Kyoto?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Hotel Okura Kyoto?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and complimentary tea during their stay.
Is parking available at Hotel Okura Kyoto?
Yes, paid private parking on-site is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Hotel Okura Kyoto?
Conveniently located restaurants include Steak Revolution Kyoto, Bar LiquorMuseum Pontocho, and KOBE BEEF Niyama TEPPANYAKI (since 1955).
Are there opportunities to exercise at Hotel Okura Kyoto?
Yes, guests have access to a fitness center and a sauna during their stay.
Does Hotel Okura Kyoto have an airport shuttle?
Yes, Hotel Okura Kyoto offers an airport shuttle for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Is Hotel Okura Kyoto located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.6 miles away from the center of Kyoto.
Are any cleaning services offered at Hotel Okura Kyoto?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does Hotel Okura Kyoto offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business center, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.