ORI Kyoto — Hotel in Kyoto

The hotel is absolutely beautiful and modern. The interior design is top notch. The quality of the room (bed, decoration, towels, etc) can beat many of the 4 star hotels I stayed at. We have the traditional family room and there's ample of space. Furthermore, the room was equipped with two flatscreen TVs and even an AppleTV. The room has a small fridge, stove, and electric kettle, perfect for family. The bathroom is equipped with high end gears. We loved the shower design. The hot shower is awesome after a long day.

The hotel is like a short term apartment. There is no cleaning and refill of supplies for the 3 nights we stayed. However, there were ample of towels, tissues, toilet papers to last our stay. Furthermore, a small supply of water, tea, coffee and snack was provided free of charge. We took out our own trash to the bins on the ground level when we check out. We didn't mind doing this.

Hotel is located in a quiet street in a residential area. It's a short walk to the Shijo street, which is the main street running east and west. It is approximately 15 min walk to the Nijo Castle or the Nishiki Market. It is closer to the subway than the JR lines. We used the bus to get back on a few occasion. It is only 2 stops from the busy ShinCho area.

Check-in is done at their office across the Kyoto station. The most direct way is to cut thru the Kyoto station to the north side via the subway station. It should take no more than 10 min. We arrived on Shinkansen and had trouble finding it with our GPS. It took us more than 20 min by walking. It was exhausting hauling our luggage. I wished the hotel explains how to get there more clearly.

Overall, this is a great property at a decent location. We would stay again...

I recently had the pleasure of staying at Ori Kyoto and had a wonderful experience. Here are the highlights:

Room Size: The room was spacious, offering plenty of room to relax and unwind after a day of exploring Kyoto. It definitely exceeded my expectations in terms of comfort.

Location: The hotel is in a very convenient spot, with a short and pleasant walk to Shijo, the main shopping street. There’s easy access to public transport, which made getting around Kyoto very straightforward.

Amenities: The hotel provided all the necessary amenities, from toiletries to kitchen supplies, ensuring a comfortable stay. I really appreciated the attention to detail, especially the inclusion of a washing machine for a small fee of 300 yen. The dryer was free of charge, which was a nice bonus.

Cleanliness: The room was spotless, and it was clear that the hotel takes cleanliness seriously. The housekeeping was consistent and thorough throughout my stay.

Water Pressure: The water pressure in the shower was fantastic — strong and consistent, which made for a great shower experience.

Friendly Staff: The check-in staff were warm and welcoming, providing a smooth and efficient check-in process. They also offered helpful tips on nearby attractions and restaurants.

Nearby Restaurants: The area is bustling with plenty of izakayas and other dining options, so there was no shortage of great places to eat within walking distance.

Overall, I had a great stay at Ori Kyoto and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the city. It offers excellent value for the price, and the combination of good location, clean rooms, and thoughtful amenities made it a...

I really wanted to like this hotel, with its large rooms and modern feel, but it falls short of a 'hotel' on several fronts.

The location is not near notable attractions, requiring a 15 to 20 minute commute, with few nearby restaurant options. If you're a tourist, it's probably best to stay close to Gion.

Towels and amenities are self-service with all towles often gone by 10 am and not replenished until the next day, so you need to be quick.

Rooms are infrequently cleaned (every 3-4 days), contributing to persistent odours (possibly from the guests' cooking), which we couldn't get rid of despite opening doors and using air fresheners. Even airing the room was a challenge as, despite being a non-smoking property, guests use balconies for smoking.

The website omits to mention a few things: washing machines aren't free and only offer a "quick wash" option; TVs have local channels with no streaming or Smart TV capabilities, so only useful if you're fluent in Japanese. King rooms lack seating, contrary to website images, rendering tatami mats unusable for extended periods.

Overall, the hotel doesn't match the advertised photos and descriptions, and the location isn't really convenient. On the plus side, the rooms are spacious, and the staff are...