Kyoto Ukyo Ward 4-star Hotels

I stayed in a western-style double room. The hotel is in a beautiful area convenient to Arashiyama Park and the bamboo way. It’s a short walk to Arashiyama station. On check in most of the front end staff spoke English and explained the hotel with some hotel literature in English. If meals are included they are served at the in house restaurant. The front end staff will provide a ticket and reservation window for you to show up and you claim new tickets each day you are entitled to a meal. Unfortunately most of the restaurant staff did not speak any English and the menus are in Japanese so those with limited Japanese may have some difficulty. Meals are kaiseki-style and I really enjoyed dinner on both nights I stayed. Breakfast consists of a combination of Japanese served dishes and buffet. The room was a good size for Japan and includes a private shower for those who don’t wish to venture to the onsen. The public bath was standard to most public baths I’ve been to. What was strange was I couldn’t find a thermostat of any sort so my only options were warm a/c or open window. There’s a small garden in the middle of the hotel however it’s nothing special when compared to the surrounding areas which are definitely worth a stroll through. Note that they have large size yukata if the standard does not fit. I am 183cm/6 ft tall and I appreciated the staff being proactive about offering the large size. Considering the price I paid for the room and half board I had a good time. Arashiyama is definitely worth a night or 2 for visitors and I would definitely consider Ranzan for the budget-minded traveler looking for a ryokan experience in Arashiyama.

A very good accommodation experience. The room is larger than the average Japanese hotel, and the bathroom is really separated from wet and dry. The best thing is that the bathroom can dry clothes, which can be dried in a few hours. There is also a washing machine, and there are pots and pans in the kitchen. , simply not too convenient. It's not in the city center, but there are buses to the attractions. What I want to praise the most is the young lady at the front desk. She speaks Chinese and is very nice. She helped us check the route and look at the tickets. She was very considerate. But it seems that the young lady has not done [face covering] [face covering] since the 4th. She said she was fired by the evil boss and it was not worth it for her. I hope she can find a more suitable job.

Advantages: The hotel service is good, the waiter is very welcoming, because we hang up the do not disturb, did not clean the room, and will send the changing supplies at night. In the morning, I will call to remind you of breakfast. The room size is not small. The overall cost performance is generally the same. Important note: JR Arashiyama Station will take 15 to 20 minutes to walk, so it is very conspicuous on the east-west main road. The hotel has a pick-up shuttle at JR North Exit of the mountain at 16:00, we did not catch up. The nearest bus stop is the one in my picture. There is a timetable on the stop sign. It is best to take a photo and arrange the trip. There is also a shuttle bus to JR Lushan in the morning, and there is a timetable in the room. Breakfast is a fixed meal, there are only two package options, the amount is small and not very tasty. The hotel has no affiliate facilities, and the hardware is barely a Samsung-level configuration.

The hotel is a 5 minute (with luggage) walk away from the Saga Arashiyama station. While it is relatively quiet around the hotel itself it is only a 10 minute walk to the main street in Arashiyama. It was very convenient for us to get to the main sights every day. Due to it's great location, we manage to arrive at the bamboo forest by 730am before the huge crowds arrived. We stayed in the annex room and it was wonderful, as it felt like we had a little corner house all to ourselves. The room was clean, comfortable and peaceful. Nespresso coffee was also served in the room. The hotel was also kind enough to leave us a little Japanese souvenir (cloth and coin purse) in the room. If you are looking for a base to explore Arashiyama, we highly recommend this hotel. We would definitely stay here again.

The hotel service is very good, the staff is very warm and polite, the food quality is very good, the environment is quiet, the entrance of the hotel is by the river, you can take a walk, and the nearby Togetsukyo Bridge and the shopping street are very convenient for sightseeing and shopping. The accommodation experience this time was very good, and I will come again if I have the opportunity.

+ Location, the neighborhood is beautiful to the side of the temples and bamboo forest and near the center, 12min in fast train and 17min in normal to the central station. · The hotel is a little old and needs renovation since it is seen that it was only a face wash and not a reform.

Stayed one night at this property and wasn't disappointed. We were upgraded to a big room where we could sleep four persons comfortably. To help other travellers who may consider this property; 1) both the kaiseki dinner and morning breakfast were served in the dinning room on the ground floor; 2) there are 2 public onsen baths - one for males and one for females. You don't have to pay for the use of them; 3) there are 2 private onsen baths situated after a flight of stairs and their roofs can be drawn back. These 2 private baths are chargeable by the hour. 4) the ryokan provides 2-way transfer from a nearby train station to the property. But take note the morning shuttle from the property starts at 9.20am. I must commend Mr Yamamoto at the front desk (hope I got his name correct) for his patience and resourcefulness to advise me to re-route my shinkansen timing to Tokyo. He even wrote the instruction for changes in Japanese for me to show the staff at the JR station. Only minor comments: there are 2 windows in my room and one of them overlooked a construction area and my room had strong food smell despite the staff told me that all meals were served in the dining hall. Suggest that the ryokan should refresh the room.

With a stay at this vacation home in Kyoto (Arashiyama), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and Shijo Street. This vacation home is 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from Kawaramachi Street and 7.7 mi (12.3 km) from Kiyomizu Temple.Enjoy recreation amenities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a terrace.The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, featuring a kitchenette with a refrigerator and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a flat-screen television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave, and housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Staff Are very attentive and quick, they are able to assist you in English too if you can't communicate in Japanese. Transport is easy as it is located about 10-15 minutes away from Kyoto Station which has Shinkansen/JR trains/bus available. Given a cozy room with various options of daily cleaning (none/basic/partial/full) main difference being if you want the bathtub to be washed / bed to be made, so you can hang it by your door to notify the crew accordingly.

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.