Kyoto Tower Hotel

Soaring in the heights above the gateway into Kyoto, JR Kyoto Station, stands Kyoto Tower, the building welcoming many a traveler and the hotel tucked just inside. The building is complete with direct underground connection to Kyoto Station and located just steps from the bus terminal. With Higashi Honganji and Nishi Honganji temples within walking distance, it's an ideal spot to base your Kyoto travels.

At this hotel you’ll find a delightful array of rooms to book depending on number of guests or travel style, from "Single" rooms convenient for solo travelers or business use, to "Corner Twins" with views of Kyoto Station and "Deluxe Family" rooms that can accommodate up to 8 people. In March 2023, 74 out of 161 rooms were renovated, and in February 2024, an additional 37 rooms were renewed. The rooms are designed with a simple but chic aesthetic that highlights Kyoto-centric colors and trappings, allowing guests to kick back and relax as if they were at home.

For breakfast, head to the Tower Terrace restaurant on the 3rd floor. Everything is buffet-style, with a sumptuous selection of traditional Kyoto bites (think “obanzai”), pickles and ochazuke tea-topped rice, dishes from across all of Asia, matcha sweets and more.