Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sakaiza Shijo Kawaramachi

Kyoto has a lot of nice hotels, so why stay here? The number one reason is its great location close to several train lines, many bus stops and many restaurants and stores in a major shopping area. We have been to Kyoto a number of times and this hotel has been our favorite because of the location, rooms and excellent service. We stayed for a week in a twin room on the 8th floor. There are 9 floors with about 8 rooms on floors 3-9. All rooms face west. Our room was good-sized, well-equipped. In addition to a large flat screen TV (with only local channels) there was a tea kettle, mini fridge, microwave and combo washer/dryer. There were also some plates and utensils. Often overlooked in these reviews is that the bed was very comfortable, and the hotel was very quiet. The hotel was newish, stylish and with a helpful staff. I particularly enjoyed the free coffee machine in the lobby and having my latte out on the 2nd floor patio. The English instructions for the washer/dryer were detailed but complicated. However, a staff member came up and showed us that we only needed to push 2 buttons after adding the hotel provided detergent. Out taxi driver from the train station had difficulty in figuring out where to drop us off as the hotel is on a pedestrian alleyway about 150 feet off the main street. The best drop off is where Shin-Kygoku (covered pedestrian street) intersects Shijo-dori (a main shopping street). Go @ 90 steps up the pedestrian street and turn right after Koe donuts, you will see the hotel sign. The lobby is on the 2nd floor. For going back to the train station, there is a taxi stand on Shijo-dori almost across the street from the pedestrian street – look for the McDonalds.

The location inside the shopping arcade is simply excellent. The hotel is well presented, staff are helpful and the rooms are quite large for japan. The free sake and wine bar, as well as tea/coffee and soft drinks, was made for an even more comfortable stay. These touches make all the difference for weary travellers. This was my (and my child's) second time visiting in 6 years, and this time, I brought friends who also loved it. The location is not far from Gion and easy to access from kyoto station via taxi or bus. The Hankyu line is also literally underneath the hotel, which we used to get back to Osaka for our flight. We will definitely be back for visit number 3!

The location is INSANE ! It’s inside the huge market - but in a corner that is quiet but literally a minute from every major store and less than 4min to Nishiki market. We let our kids walk alone from hotel to shopping and food bc so close - nos treats to cross . Stylish lobby and free drinks . Very family friendly hotel and the Washer/ Dryer in room was a HUGE hit . Normal Japan size room - beds comfortable . Very clean .

We did not have breakfast at the hotel but there were food places right by the hotel. The location was amazing if you’re looking for something close to the train/bus stations. The bus stops are right around the corner, there’s a train station right by the hotel and also a main station 5 min walk away. It’s right behind the main busy street and there’s an alleyway of shops right next to the hotel. The washer/dryer unit added to the value of our stay. We had to dry a load maybe twice to fully dry but it depends on how big the load of laundry is.

The perfect location in walking distance to food and shops but not too loud or crowded. The staff were attentive and helpful and the common room was beautiful and spacious with lots of seating options. Free sake at night and a coffee/water machine accessible through the day. The room was bigger than most and fit 3 people comfortably. Super close to Gion district and Nishiki market.