Hotel Granvia Kyoto Reviews

We are three people booking a superior twin-bed room. An additional bed had been arranged before we arrived. The room is quite spacious compared with traditional Japanese hotels. There is also a table and three chairs. My aunt and uncle stayed in the same type of room as shown in the photo. This hotel is very close to Kyoto station. It is very convenient. The hotel is quite big and there are a lot of rooms. However, hotel guests have to pay for using the facilities like gyms, swimming pool, Japanese sauna and SPA etc. Overall, it is a very good hotel, especially location-wise.

Prime location at Kyoto, few steps away from train and bus station. Not the newest hotel but well maintained facilities, TV could link with Netflix, bravo!

Location is very good, right above the JR station. It’s connect to malls, very easy to find restaurants nearby. Staff are very nice

Very good to stay here every thing is perfect

Good location highly recommended for all travellers

Location is great

Excellent hotel, great location for getting around Kyoto. Recommend getting an executive room with access to the lounge

Fantastic location. The hotel has direct access to the train station. Close proximity to food and convenient stores.

The hotel is very convenient and in a lively area with the shops and restaurants easily accessible. The subway and buses are both in the vicinity. The staff are friendly and assisted with my check-in and out with efficiency. The room was clean, comfortable, and a good size. The facilities were all there, and I was pleased that the hotel was being eco-friendly by asking us to reuse rather than change 6 short stays.

The location of Granvia Kyoto is excellent, right on top of Kyoto JR station which is very convenient in sight-seeing around Kyoto (and other places in west of Japan) especially during cherry blossom season. We enjoyed our 5 nights' stay there in end March while the whole city was bursting with tourists and locals all over Japan. There are also lots of restaurants nearby the area, and the underground shopping district offers a lot of fun for shopping and breakfast and lunch. For tips at dinner, may avoid going to restaurant floors in department stores as there were long queues almost for all restaurants due to peak season and we had to wait for more than 45 minutes at some points. The only drawback was there was a fire alarm (around 11 pm) during our stay, and there was broadcast from the hotel asking all guests to evacuate immediately and move down to the lobby in the middle of the night. While we appreciate that hotel was responsive out of our safety, yet since the announcement was rectified a few minutes later saying that the alarm was not due to a fire on the floor we stayed in, we would suggest that the hotel management may improve in handling similar situations in future and check in-person on the spot to confirm whether or not an emergency situation exists before asking all guests to evacuate. Apart from this everything has been perfect.

One of the best hotels I have stayed in. Location is perfect as it is just above Kyoto Station. The room is huge in Japanese context and they provide newspaper in the morning. Look out for bargains as I booked my room for two nights during the peak New Year period at a very steep discount, two months before my stay.

Location is unbeatable. Service is good and rooms are huge. Only complain is that the rooms (especially the toilet and shower area look dated), but that’s me being picky. Will definitely recommend!

Hotel is in a perfect location for sightseeing. It is right in the Kyoto station, which makes it very easy to catch a train, taxi or a bus. Lots of food places around, Kyoto tower right outside the hotel. The hotel itself is very nice and clean. Our only issue was the pool. If you are coming with children, the indoor pool only allows children from 7am-9am. I booked the hotel specifically for the pool and it didn’t occur to me to check if children were allowed. Unfortunately my kids do not wake up early so we were not able to use the pool at all. If pool is not important, this hotel is great and I would highly recommend staying here.

I recently stayed at Hotel Granvia Kyoto and wanted to share my insights on various aspects of this well-established local favorite. Location: A Hub of Convenience Situated directly on the station grounds, Hotel Granvia Kyoto boasts multiple entrances for easy access. While the hotel may show signs of aging, it remains a beloved choice for both business and leisure travelers. The local atmosphere adds a unique charm, and its proximity to Kyoto Tower, shopping malls, and transportation hubs within a 5-10 minute range makes it a convenient base for exploring the city. Cleanliness: Classic Comfort with Minor Dust The hotel maintains a level of cleanliness, although signs of age are noticeable, particularly in the slightly dusty rug and bedboard. While these minor imperfections exist, they don't overshadow the overall comfort of the stay. The hotel's enduring popularity suggests that many guests find the cleanliness to be at an acceptable level. In conclusion, Hotel Granvia Kyoto's enduring popularity stems from its unbeatable location and a classic appeal that resonates with both locals and visitors. The convenience of being on the station grounds and its proximity to key attractions make it a worthwhile choice. Although signs of age are evident and there's room for improvement in certain aspects, the overall experience remains comfortable, offering a genuine taste of Kyoto's timeless allure.