Hotel Kyoto Eminence

I stayed in a Room with an open-air bath with a two-meal plan. I only realized after arriving at the station that there was no shuttle bus in the 2 p.m. hour, so I took a city bus instead. It was very helpful that you were able to process my check-in early.\nThe bath in the Room had a pleasantly silky texture and I could use it anytime. I also love manga, so having them set up right outside the Room was perfect.\nBreakfast and dinner were buffet-style. Dinner was enjoyable enough, but I wish breakfast had offered a bit more variety. There wasn’t much I wanted to eat, and even the salted bread—the one item I did want—sold out while I was waiting in line, even though it wasn’t yet 8:00 a.m.… which was disappointing.\nI assume the shuttle bus schedule avoids peak times for check-in and check-out because it gets crowded, but the timing feels a bit awkward. If you arrive early to enjoy Manyo Club, or if you plan to continue using it for an additional fee after check-out, then it shouldn’t be an issue.\nI liked this Onsen Facility more than the one in Kobe, so I would like to stay again.

I stayed here in early April to see Kyoto’s cherry blossoms. The location is about 30 minutes from central Kyoto, but since we had a rental car, it wasn’t an issue. In fact, it was a great Hotel with free parking, Onsen fed by two different natural sources, and spacious, quiet grounds. The Onsen was especially amazing. I didn’t expect to be able to enjoy an Onsen in Kyoto, and it left my skin silky smooth—truly a wonderful bath. It’s still the best Onsen I’ve ever experienced and remains unforgettable. The twin Room was a comfortable size and very relaxing. Even during cherry blossom season, the one-night stay with breakfast was very affordable, and the buffet breakfast had a good variety and tasted great. I would definitely stay here again.