Hotel Okura Kyoto

Whenever I stay in Kyoto, I always choose the Okura. It isn’t a new Hotel, but it is clean and has a calm, refined elegance.The staff—including trainees and what may be new employees—are hardworking, courteous, and pleasant. The experienced team members who quietly and reliably support those who are still learning are also wonderful.They are polite and friendly while maintaining an appropriate sense of distance, which makes the stay truly comfortable and relaxing.Every Room is easy to spend time in.I always book a Plan with breakfast only, so I can only comment on breakfast—but it is simply excellent. I choose the Japanese set each time, and it feels like “such a luxury in the morning.” Cold items are served cold, hot items are served hot, and the dashi is delicious. I genuinely look forward to this breakfast every visit.I’m already looking forward to coming back again.

I stayed here for the latter part of the Gion Festival. I requested a road-side corner Room so I could watch the parade from my Room. At check-in, I was told they couldn’t accommodate my request, but since my Room was still on the west side even though it faced away from the road, I was able to see it perfectly. On top of that, it was a wonderful Room with panoramic views of Kyoto’s mountain range to the east, which truly impressed me. The location is ideal for sightseeing, and I’m really glad I chose this Accommodation. Thank you very much.