Good hotel recommendations for Kyoto?
#1
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Good hotel recommendations for Kyoto?
Hi FT,
My wife and I want to stay in Kyoto for most of the time we are in Japan in late November. Any recommendations for excellent hotels?
We're covered on Osaka and Tokyo with our Hilton/Accor status
My wife and I want to stay in Kyoto for most of the time we are in Japan in late November. Any recommendations for excellent hotels?
We're covered on Osaka and Tokyo with our Hilton/Accor status
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If US programs are what you are looking for the only 3 I know of are 1- Westin Mayako (SPG), 2- ANA (Priority Club) , 3- Best Westerns
If you arent a member of these and dont have the pts you can always try and do an exchange on CC, thats once you get enough posts and time on FT . CC = coupon connection which at 45 posts isnt visible to you as of yet
I completely forgot about the Hyatt, thanks RTW1 for catching that
If you arent a member of these and dont have the pts you can always try and do an exchange on CC, thats once you get enough posts and time on FT . CC = coupon connection which at 45 posts isnt visible to you as of yet
I completely forgot about the Hyatt, thanks RTW1 for catching that
Last edited by craz; May 13, 2012 at 1:35 pm
#4
Like in most city's it depends on your budget.... Kyoto is not exactly cheap.
For me the most convenient hotel is the Granvia Kyoto. Located in the station building it's very easy to travel to all the sights by subway, bus and taxi. But I also like the Hyatt.
For me the most convenient hotel is the Granvia Kyoto. Located in the station building it's very easy to travel to all the sights by subway, bus and taxi. But I also like the Hyatt.
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#7
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That's very helpful, thanks! Probably thinking Hyatt
We're actually wanting to stay in Kyoto, even though Osaka is close by. By being good with Hilton / Accor, I meant that I had status (plat) at them, so that covers Tokyo and likely our 1 night in Osaka. Most of the time we will be in Kyoto.
Ha! Well since miles paid for our UA BF tickets, I have a substantial budget left over. Thanks for the suggestion about the Granvia, I'll look at that and the Hyatt. Appreciate the tips!
I am a member of ANA but don't have status yet. And yeah, not on FT long enough for CC. =( But thanks, I didn't think about ANA Priority club, so I'll check that just in case.
If US programs are what you are looking for the only 3 I know of are 1- Westin Mayako (SPG), 2- ANA (Priority Club) , 3- Best Westerns
If you arent a member of these and dont have the pts you can always try and do an exchange on CC, thats once you get enough posts and time on FT . CC = coupon connection which at 45 posts isnt visible to you as of yet
If you arent a member of these and dont have the pts you can always try and do an exchange on CC, thats once you get enough posts and time on FT . CC = coupon connection which at 45 posts isnt visible to you as of yet
#8
Hyatt also has a very nice promotion where you can combine Tokyo/Kyoto, explore classic Japan. You get a 20% discount, a 4th night free in Kyoto and some discount on the restaurant and spa.
Both the GH Tokyo (or even the PH) and HR Kyoto are really nice hotels.
Both the GH Tokyo (or even the PH) and HR Kyoto are really nice hotels.
Last edited by RTW1; May 13, 2012 at 1:46 pm
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Writing this from our second night of 4 in the granvia. It is fine and location is central but I don't love it - I am a bit surprised at all the high ratings I saw for it on agoda, trip advisor and the like. I am paying a 40% off rate but it's still not exactly cheap and if I were paying full rate I would be trying to move. It's very busy, definitely feels like part of a busy station, and personally I would rather be somewhere a little more picturesque. I haven't yet seen the Hyatt but I hear that east of the river (where that is) is lovely. We were also looking at hotel mume which looks gorgeous but was full for our dates. In Tokyo we were happy with the Conrad and in takayama enjoyed a charming ryokan. By comparison there is just nothing that feels special about the granvia..
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It depends on your taste, budget, and what you want to experience, but IMO it would be a shame to miss out on staying in a ryokan (Japanese-style inn). There is a wide range in terms of budget. On my trip in January I stayed at a low-end one and one of the highest-end ones. Both were fun experiences.
#11
Definitely go for a Ryokan next time, but first look at the prices in Kyoto :-).
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Priority Club is the IHG (Intercontinental) program. IHG and ANA have a joint venture in Japan, so ANA-branded hotels are part of the IHG program as well as the ANA mileage program.
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I liked this hotel; it was cheaper than Granvia and it is right behind the train station. Food was actually good and the rooms are fairly standard; I had the "premier" room with upgraded decor and amenities. I was happy with it.
http://www.miyakohotels.ne.jp/newmiyako/english/
http://www.miyakohotels.ne.jp/newmiyako/english/
#14
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If you dont care about getting points/status, I have been to Kyoto about 15 times and by far my favorite place to stay is Hotel Monterey Kyoto. Fantastic hotel, great location and close to subway. Rooms are spacious by Japanese standards.
http://www.hotelmonterey.co.jp/en/htl/kyoto/
http://www.hotelmonterey.co.jp/en/htl/kyoto/
#15
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Check out the Hyatt Kyoto thread in the Hyatt forum if you want more information on the property.
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/hyatt...thread-12.html
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/hyatt...thread-12.html