Originally Posted by
mosburger
... Kyoto has a very limited subway network, completely forgettable so no need to consider about that. If you are physically up to it, best way to explore the city might be by bicycle. And about the only train connection within city limits worth mentioning is the mountain train from Imadegawa up to Kurama.
On the other hand, Kyoto has a very useful bus system and the Brighton is not on any of the useful lines. You would have to walk up to Imadegawa to find a stop. That is not too far and I agree about the location otherwise. Right across the street from the Imperial Palace Park and at the edge of the Nishijin textile district. Great for just wandering around.
I think you would be happy with either property. The Brighton is as described and has a world-class chef in the main restaurant. The ANA is across from Nijo Castle on Horikawa-dori with subway and bus stops immediately at hand.