Saka Hotel Kyoto

This was our favorite hotel in Japan. Customer service and staff was more than expected. Our room was also quite spacious and the included breakfast was delicious. The location is literally in the heart of Gion. We had to checkout early on Monday and the staff actually packed our breakfast into a bento for us to take along. We would definitely stay again next time we visit Kyoto.

Great location. Very quiet. The breakfast is amazing. The staff is very professional. I highly recommend it.

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Exceptional hotel with spacious rooms, outstanding service, generous complimentary amenities, and a wonderful traditional Japanese atmosphere. The location is quiet yet only minutes from Kiyomizu-dera and Yasaka Pagoda. The in-room soaking bath, public bath, lounge snacks, and excellent breakfast made this one of the best hotel stays I have ever had. One of the best hotels I have ever stayed in. Exceptional value, spacious rooms, and a peaceful location, yet only a short walk from Kyoto’s major attractions, shopping, and dining. The perfect balance between tranquility and convenience.

Honestly, very little. If I had to be picky, the hotel still uses a traditional physical room key, so you either have to carry it with you or leave it with the front desk when going out. The hotel is also not particularly close to a subway station, although several bus stops are within a short walk. The staff’s English was good enough for communication, but not as fluent as at some larger international hotels. Also, breakfast is a traditional Japanese set meal rather than a Western-style buffet. While I enjoyed trying it once, travelers looking for a larger buffet selection may prefer other options.

I liked how the facilities looked.

The ceiling looked like it had previous leaks so I was worried about mold. It also was not the most convenient location. The breakfast was absolutely terrible, so I would highly recommend against that.