Garrya Nijo Castle Kyoto — Hotel in Kyoto

Lovely hotel, very pleased with my stay here! It’s just in front of the castle and you have the subway nearby if you want to visit other popular places (I walked most of the time to better explore the city, and since the sidewalks are very large and flat, you can easily walk even though the city it very big). I especially enjoyed the kindness and politeness of the staff, both at the reception and at the restaurant. Also, the hotel has only 25 rooms, I believe, so it’s not super crowded, and the staff recognises you right away. My room was very modern and comfortable, and it was always very clean. I loved the bathtub and the the toilet was also super modern (it opened automatically, had the heated seating, etc). The big windows were also beautiful and the commands to operate the shades worked perfectly. The only thing is since it’s facing the castle/street, you can hear some noises from the outside, so maybe bring some earplugs (I always use them for sleeping because any noise bothers me, so I might be too sensitive, but bring them nonetheless). At breakfast, you have to tell them in advance at what time you’ll be eating so that they can have the table ready (I usually gave a time interval like between 8:00-8:30), and you have three menu options (well being, which I chose, Japanese and singular pancake). The Well Being was perfect. I also ordered in-room dining and it was great, as they had healthy options like grilled chicken, soup and an excellent fruit salad (no easy to find fresh fruit in restaurants, so I was craving for some and was happy to find they had the option). There’s no gym at the hotel, the property is not too big, but you’ll do plenty of exercise visiting everything Kyoto has to offer 😊 You can do some stretching in your room as it is big enough. I would definitely come back and recommend this...

Location: It's a quick 20-minute journey from Kyoto Station to the hotel; simply take a bus from Kyoto Station, get off at Horikawa Oike stop, and enjoy a brief 6-minute walk to reach the hotel. The environment surrounding the hotel is remarkably tranquil and serene.

Room: The room exudes luxury, boasting cleanliness and ample space. Guests are treated to bedroom slippers and a yukata for added comfort. The bed is exceptionally comfortable, with pillows perfectly suited to your preference. While the minibar incurs charges, complimentary water, coffee, and tea are available, as indicated in their price list. Enjoy a balcony offering limited ventilation and cool breezes, with a stunning view directly overlooking Nijo Castle. An air purifier is thoughtfully provided in each room. For guests' convenience, mid-day cleaning services are offered from 5-8pm, with the option to decline if desired.

Toilet: Essential toiletries such as shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and body lotion are generously provided. Hairbrushes and combs are conveniently available. The bathroom features both a bathtub and a separate shower area, complete with indulgent bath salts. Towels are impeccably clean and readily accessible.

Others: Breakfast is included, with the choice between a hearty Western or traditional Japanese set meal served from 7am to 10am. The Japanese option, in particular, is exceptionally delicious and nutritious. Upon arrival, guests are warmly greeted with tea and delightful small desserts as a thoughtful welcome gesture. Laundry service is available upon request; simply inform the front desk, and arrangements will be made for pick-up.

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I was very excited to see whether this hotel could live up to some of the incredible reviews I've seen online. It did not only live up to it, but it exceeded it. ||The service: |- Incredibly attentive staff members from the moment we stepped foot onto the driveway. |- A seasonal welcome drink and snack awaited us while we were kindly walked through the check-in procedures and breakfast options.|- We got an in depth room tour, outlining all room features. |- I celebrated my birthday during the stay and was surprised with a handwritten birthday card, a fully decorated bed and local sweets.|- The dining room service during breakfast and dinner were second to none - everyone was attentive and kind and made every meal exceptional.|- Front desk kindly helped us forward our luggage to our next destination.||The rooms:|- Super-king mattress was wider than any bed I've seen before.|- At our booking rate the minibar contents were complimentary, other than wine and champagne, and contained delicious smoothies, local beers and snacks.|- The balcony was an oasis of zen, overlooking the courtyard garden and offering stunning views of Nijo-jo castle across the street.||The location:|- Ideally located across the street from Nijo-jo castle.|- Convenient underground stop 3 mins on foot away from the hotel.||The food: |- One of our highlights of the entire Japan trip was the dinner included in the room rate. Multiple course tasting menu with exceptional seasonal dishes.|- Fresh and delicious breakfast (both western and Japanese options) with some of the most delicious eggs I've ever had. ||I cannot wait to stay here again and highly...