A city filled with ancient and fascinating structures, serene gardens and hundreds upon hundreds of temples, Kyoto is a feast for the eyes. You’ll stroll down quaint alleyways where Geisha hurry from one function to the next in a wave of colour, discover the peace of and splendid architecture of the city’s most famous temples and delve into Japanese cuisine, declared UNESCO Intangible World Heritage at Nishiki Market. Located on Oike Street in the centre of the city, the Royal Park Hotel is well-placed to explore the many facets of Kyoto. Inspired by traditional townhouses, the hotel’s design retains a sense of heritage.
The hotel’s lobby is mod and impeccably designed, featuring low, slouchy furnishings, a soothing palette and locally-made crafts. The restaurant serves an array of Japanese and international dishes, while the Oike Cafe has a fantastic wellness menu and The Corner offers a selection of light bites. This is a fantastic spot to relax for a while and enjoy the scenes of bustling Oike Street in between explorations.
The hotel has a selection of light-filled rooms with tall windows, neutral tones and pale wooden furnishings. All rooms have access to wifi, aircon, a TV and coffee and tea facilities. The largest offerings are the Oike and Park suites, which enjoy double mattress beds, a spacious lounge and, for the latter, exclusive access to a rooftop garden. The bathrooms are pristine and bright with a large tub, and the suites have dual sinks.
From the Royal Park Hotel’s splendid location, you’ll be able to explore Kyoto with ease. Just a short walk away, Gion is Kyoto’s most iconic Geisha district, where you’ll wander amongst authentic teahouses and take in a performance. Take a stroll along the Philosopher’s Path (especially beautiful during cherry blossom season) and visit prominent temples including Kodai-ji, which is well known for its towering bamboo grove. Tantalise your tastebuds at Nishiki Market, which has over a hundred shops and restaurants to choose from.
The rooms are large by Japanese standards, which is always a pleasure to find.
Massages can be arranged on request so if you’re a little tired from all the exploring, you know what to do.
The hotel has automated check-in, which won’t be to everyone’s taste.
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Get a glimpse of age-old traditions in Japan's erstwhile capital, a city of 1,000 temples.
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