Kyoto Garden Palace

As I know before arriving at this hotel, it is just between Marutamachi Sta. and Imadegawa Sta., which means it is a little far from either if the stations. The room is clean and bed mattress is comfortable.

We came across this hotel since we wanted to stay close to the Imperial Palace which was one of the main sites we had on our to do list for Kyoto, it's literally across the street. However, if you are more interested in the Gion part of Kyoto, this will be too far away unless you do not mind paying for a taxi. The hotel is rather unassuming, nothing really stands out about it which in itself is a plus, it simply depends on what you are expecting from your hotel stay. We appreciated the efficiency of the staff and how quiet it was. Rooms feel a bit old and are quite small including the beds, at least the one we were assigned. Mind you, we booked at the last minute and Kyoto was rather full so there may be bigger room types. However, we only stayed in our room to sleep and, again, this is a very quiet hotel even when full so this is appreciate to rest after a day of long walks in Kyoto. Breakfast has both Japanese and Western options which will ensure you are ok to start off a day of exploring.

I really enjoyed my stay here. Stuff is super friendly, rooms are equipped with everything needed. Cleaning of room is great. I stayed in smoking room and it has smell of smoking there. Please be aware of it. Hotel is near all sightseeing. I highly recommend!

Stayed a total of six nights hotel booked by travel agent in Sydney, requested a three star, which hotel is rated as but could pass as a four star. Took the breakfast option when checked in 1250 yen per person well worth it, option of Japanese or Western breakfast, brought to your table when ready on a tray, help yourself to drinks. Staff very welcoming, always ready to provide you with directions and maps, would book tours when requested. Ten minute walk Marutamachi subway station, directly opposite Kyoto Imperial Palace which was worth the visit, comfortable walk to Nijo Castle. Ten minute walk to family mart and McDonald's. Our room was spacious complete with double bed, sofa, medium size flat screen TV, fridge, electric jug and two varieties of green tea. Bathroom small but functional, all toiletries provided including razor, hair brush toothbrush. Room serviced daily, option to have bedding changed or not daily. Retractable clothes line over bath if you need to rinse clothes. Definitely recommend this hotel and would stay here again.

The Hotel rooms were very comfortable and a good size as well. All lights and AC operable from a bedside control unit. Breakfast consisted of a choice of Japanese or European and a smaller european choice. Like most breakfast at hotels, help yourself to tea, coffee and juice. The hotel is very clean and the staff were very attentive. The location is ok, around a 10 minute walk from the nearest tube station and en route, you can find French, Irish and Japanese fayre. Tried them all and not disappointed once. Once you get to grips with your location, it wasn't too bad at all. Would I stay here again, yes I would. Its a quiet hotel and that suited us just fine.

Hotel has a conference feel about it. Not for the party animal, but this hotel suited us very nicely. 10 Minute walk to the nearest Tube station so pretty handy.

Great place to stay. The room was spacious and cleaned. Walking distance to the train station. Restaurant on the main floor was very good and the nice view with the fish. And beautiful sightseeing in Kyoto city and very clean.

I’ve stayed here twice now. Very nice hotel with a spacious room, right across the street from the Kyoto Imperial Palace grounds, which was super convenient for the annual Aoi Matsuri Festival the next morning.

Nice one! Location is good. Recommending…

Clean and good location