Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kyoto-Kiyomizu Gojo

True, rooms are typically smaller here than in North America, but the room (and bathroom) layout was great and well organised so you don't feel cramped at all. There was fridge in the room, but also, a coined operated laundry was available. You could use the tv to checked to see when and if the washing machine was available or when your load was finished. It was a fantastic stay for 4 nights. The location was great. The subway/trains and bus stops that took you to Arashiyama, Fushimi Inari, Kiyomizudera, Kinkaku-ji, Kyoto station, etc., were close by (no more than a 5 to 10 min. walk). A 15 min walk to Nishiki Market or 25 min walk to the Gion district, if you wanted to walk but it was more convenient to take the buses there since the bus stops were so close. The hotel, room, facilities and amenities was what I would have expected from a hotel that would charge 4 times more per night. Truly a great value for a fantastic hotel stay.

I spent 4 nights at this hotel and felt completely comfortable. The location is very central, with excellent access to buses and trains. The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive. My room was spacious enough, I slept very well, and I felt truly taken care of. I especially loved the little extras available at the reception. I tried the bath powder and the face mask, and both were great! On my last day, I also tried the breakfast buffet, and it had everything I could ask for. I was particularly impressed with the matcha latte, delicious! All in all, it was a fantastic stay, and I thoroughly enjoyed my time in Kyoto. I can highly recommend this hotel!

I got a free upgrade when doing check-in so I stayed in a bigger room than the one I paid for. The bigger room in Japan is like a standard room according to European standards but as I traveled across Japan and had to live in smaller rooms most of the time, I was overjoyed ) The room is comfortable and I loved the bed and pillos (you have hard and soft alternatives). The room is sound proof and is well equipped. Location is quite alright, walking distance from two metro stations and relatively close to walk to the Central station, too

Location was fine for me as I love walking. The room was spacious and comfortable. The reception staff members were simply outstanding. Breakfast was very good and there was a wide spread of dishes and drinks. Cleaning room service was extremely efficient. Small gifts such as the Happy Halloween Bath Salt really make a difference. The hotel is great value at a cost of about 50 Euros per night including breakfast.

The location was very conveniently close to Gojo Station (about 5 minutes' walk), and about 20 minutes' walk to attractions like Kiyomizu Dera. There are also a variety of restaurants, convenience store and grocery stores around the area. My room was clean and spacious, and the bed was very comfortable - which was something to look forward to after long days of walking and sightseeing. All of the staff I encountered were very helpful and accommodating. They also arranged a luggage transfer to my hotel in Osaka, so it was much easier to travel between cities without worrying about carrying too many bags. I've traveled to a few cities already and this hotel was probably my favourite. I'll definitely keep it in mind on my next trip to Japan!