Not trying to perpetuate the wrong location but... I travel mainly to Tokyo, but have been to Kyoto over weekends a couple of times. If your visiting Kyoto for pleasure, have you thought about staying in a Ryokan? These are uniquely Japanese Inn's and Kyoto is filled with them. In my opinion, a truly great way to get the feeling of the place. (and get a good night's sleep on a futon in a tatami room)
Jenn