Title: Tabist Sparkling Dolphins Inn Kyoto Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Tabist Sparkling Dolphins Inn Kyoto This charming guesthouse near Kyoto Tower offers soothing spa treatments and massage services, with peaceful surroundings perfect for unwinding ## Photo gallery for Tabist Sparkling Dolphins Inn Kyoto ![Japanese Room up to 2 guests (Non-Smoking) | Down duvets, individually decorated, desk, blackout curtains - Tabist Sparkling Dolphins Inn Kyoto (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4630000/4626700/4626637/de403a4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property entrance - Tabist Sparkling Dolphins Inn Kyoto (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4630000/4626700/4626637/c4c32519.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - Tabist Sparkling Dolphins Inn Kyoto (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4630000/4626700/4626637/c25713bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - Tabist Sparkling Dolphins Inn Kyoto (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4630000/4626700/4626637/678e1f26.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Japanese Room up to 2 guests (Non-Smoking) | Down duvets, individually decorated, desk, blackout curtains - Tabist Sparkling Dolphins Inn Kyoto (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4630000/4626700/4626637/444d49fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Tabist Sparkling Dolphins Inn Kyoto offers a serene atmosphere steps from Kyoto Tower. Travelers love the excellent location and practical amenities like laundry facilities and luggage storage. The peaceful environment is a welcome retreat after exploring the city. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Laundry room - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 23 - Jan 24](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=4626637&PinnedHotelID=4626637&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=4626637&PinnedHotelID=4626637&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 24 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-24&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=4626637&PinnedHotelID=4626637&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-24&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=4626637&PinnedHotelID=4626637&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=4626637&PinnedHotelID=4626637&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=4626637&PinnedHotelID=4626637&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 30 - 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[Visit our Kyoto travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto.dx6131486) [View more Guest houses in Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Guest-Houses.d6131486-aaGuestHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.97976%2C135.76277&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Al3tN_2pYupcS-zKHLhoGVEdKyg=) 56 Kamigoryo-cho, Higashikujo, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 601-8017 ### What's nearby - ![京都市四条河原町交差点の夜の景観。 ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6204513/6a79737b-3e27-46b8-956f-eaa24d1738e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kawaramachi Street 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Kyoto Station, Kyoto, Japan Oct. 8th, 2008](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10323/366b4fb2-c1f5-42c5-a370-d61382ca9b41.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kyoto Station Building 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![京都タワー](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501464/27a9cd1d-97ad-4d05-b56a-c0b38fee1779.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kyoto Tower 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - ![Kyoto_SanjusangendoTemple_501459_04](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501459/24c78aae-3e63-4de3-898a-5256e0ab5ab0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Sanjusangen-do Temple 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - ![Fushimi Inari Shrine featuring a temple or place of worship and religious aspects](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501445/bd0710e7-9e86-4cad-a9d5-2e30161c6d5d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Fushimi Inari Shrine 4 min drive \- 1.4 miles ### Getting around - Kujo Station 4 min walk - Kyoto Station 8 min walk - Osaka (ITM-Itami) 54 min drive ### Restaurants - THE LOWER EAST NINE HOSTEL (LE9) 3 min walk - Le9 Cafe 3 min walk - 和食さと 2 min walk - 焼肉弘 八条口店 4 min walk - 伝説の串とテール煮 様様 2 min walk ## About this property ### Tabist Sparkling Dolphins Inn Kyoto Guest house near Kyoto Tower Located close to Tofuku-ji Temple and Sanjusangen-do Temple, Tabist Sparkling Dolphins Inn Kyoto provides laundry facilities. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks such as: - A TV in reception, a lift and luggage storage - Smoke-free property Room features All rooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available ### Things to do - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - In-room washing machine/dryer - Laundry facilities - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - Guidebooks - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Shared microwave ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Spa - In-room massages ### Accessibility - Lift ### More - 5 floors - Built in 1997 - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes - Down comforter ### Bathroom - Bidet - Children's slippers - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shower/bathtub combination - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 15-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Restaurant dining guides ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Heating - Individual decor - Laundry detergent - Soundproofed rooms - Washer/dryer ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools Guests planning to go stay out late must check-in first. ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for JPY 2000.0 per day. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100-10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Rollaway bed fee: JPY 2000.0 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file ### Property is also known as Ryokan Sparkling Dolphins Sparkling Dolphins Station Ryokan Sparkling Dolphins Kyoto Station Sparkling Dolphins Kyoto Station Ryokan Sparkling Dolphins Kyoto Hostel Ryokan Sparkling Dolphins Hostel Sparkling Dolphins Inn Sparkling Dolphins Kyoto Sparkling Dolphins Inn Kyoto OYO Ryokan Sparkling Dolphins Inn Kyoto Tabist Sparkling Dolphins Inn Kyoto Kyoto Tabist Sparkling Dolphins Inn Kyoto Guesthouse Tabist Sparkling Dolphins Inn Kyoto Guesthouse Kyoto ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Tabist Sparkling Dolphins Inn Kyoto pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Tabist Sparkling Dolphins Inn Kyoto? ### What time is check-in at Tabist Sparkling Dolphins Inn Kyoto? ### What time is check-out at Tabist Sparkling Dolphins Inn Kyoto? ### Where is Tabist Sparkling Dolphins Inn Kyoto located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Tabist Sparkling Dolphins Inn Kyoto Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ### 9.4 Staff & service ### 8.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 13 8 - Good 6 6 - Okay 4 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer 21 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Comfortable stay. Close ti many places. If you just want to be left alone, and dont need any frills, this is a great place for you. The innkeeper was very helpful and courteous. The entryway kind of took us aback at first. Its like youre walking into someone's house. But had a great experience. ##### Jennifer Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Robyn 26 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness A bit of a walk from the station, but it was nice to stay in a japanese style room in Kyoto. Space to open luggage is a bit limited since we had 6 large luggage, but overall enjoyed the stay. Rooms were cleaned everyday day and amenities resupplied. Host was super friendly and helpful even though I couldn't communicate well in Japanese. ##### Robyn Stayed 5 nights in May 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Israel 27 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities They give you a picture and the rooms are clean. The reception area is very messy and really messy s bit a lobby. The staff is friendly. The elevator is very small. It’s a bit loud as all rooms are facing the street. It’s somewhat convenient as it’s 10 mins walk to Kyoto station. Not a lot of places to eat around it. ##### Israel Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### LEILA 29 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Nice little Inn. Good value for the money. But not a hotel type of place. Make sure you bring cash at check in because the city tax is only payable by cash! Small and tied but good for what we needed. Typical Japanese which means that you will sleep in mat and suitcases /bags can not be on the mat which is the more spacious area. The area where you store baggage in your room is VERY tight. There is no space to lay out your stuff and even your everyday items such as brushes etc. it was Ik by us but gets a little use to. Bathroom is very small a well so if you are a big / tall person, I would say it will be hard. Basic amenities. Washer and dryer in the lobby and coin operated. Good motion not too far from the station but a k hike to all major downtown activities. Again, not a big deal for us as we used metro and buses, but needs to be thought through. ##### LEILA Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrea 27 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities we loved our stay! The staff were friendly, rooms clean and very quiet. It was also in a great location, just a few minutes walk to Kyoto station and steps to the nearest bus and subway stations. ##### Andrea Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### David 17 Nov 2025 The hotel was 11 minutes from the train station, not 4 as advertised and we had to sleep on the floor, not on futons as advertised. In addition we had to use slippers throughout the hotel. ##### David Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### May Ying Teresa 13 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service I don’t think it’s good value. The hotel has no lobby for guests to even sit to put shoes on and space at the hotel entrance is very cramped, narrow and crowded for even one person to walk through with any baggage. Owner only offered one tea bag a day for a two persons room. I will not consider coming back again in the future. ##### May Ying Teresa Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kenji 17 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 自分たちのペースで旅行をするには非常に使いやすい。 ##### Kenji Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sui ki 4 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 不錯的經歷 店主雖然話少但是樂於幫助, 還為我們拍照留念, 超棒的! 旅店位置也很方便, 外面就有汽車到清水寺。距離京都車站也不遠, 一路上都有便利店, 還有兩間有名的燒肉店 ##### Sui ki Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### ?? 24 Mar 2023 チェックアウトが楽でよかった ##### ?? Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 12 Dec 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 素泊まりには最適 部屋がきれいで、寝具等も清潔感があります。安くて泊まるだけならとてもオススメです。コンビニ、京都駅も近くて便利です。 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael 23 Mar 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Owners feel like your friends Great room. Super nice owners. Very clean and reasonable rate. If you sleep "warm," ask for a blanket because the comforters can make you sweat. Also, the location is very close to the Kyoto Station, but not too close. We look forward to staying there again. ##### Michael Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 25 Nov 2018 Amazing host and hostess, they go above and beyond for guests. They helped us made reservation and even stand in the cold outside to help us get a taxi. Clean and convenient place. 5 minutes walk from subway station. You can store your luggage at the common area after check out. Such a wonderful place to stay and for sure will stay there again. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chontelle 23 Oct 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excellent! Fantastic little ryokan off the main tourist strips (definitely a good thing). Not a mass of restaurants around but some great little fins if you get out and explore. 10 mins walk to Kyoto station and 5 mins walk to subway. Bus stop 2 mins walk. Amazing service and lovely tatami ensure rooms. Great experience! ##### Chontelle Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 26 Jun 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Brand new remodel. So awesome you got to stay here. So close to Kyoto station. Nice and kind owner operator ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018 ### 6/10 Okay #### Fiona 20 Apr 2025 ##### Fiona Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Greg 30 Dec 2024 ##### Greg Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### hei yin 24 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service ##### hei yin Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony 5 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Anthony Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Christopher 21 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service ##### Christopher Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### funato 24 Oct 2022 ##### funato Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### YASUHIRO 6 Dec 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### YASUHIRO Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### lin 18 Jun 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort ##### lin Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-HOTEL-THE-CELESTINE-KYOTO-GION.h17857390.Hotel-Information) > > [Dhawa Yura Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Kyoto-Yura-Hotel-MGallery.h34865507.Hotel-Information) > > [Kyoto Machiya Zeniyacho](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Kiraku-Kyoto-Zeniyacho.h42077450.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-Resol-Kyoto-Kawaramachi-Sanjo.h21926337.Hotel-Information) > > [KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-KOKO-HOEL-Residence-Kyoto-Nijo-Castle.h109921765.Hotel-Information) > > [Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Mitsui-Garden-Hotel-Kyoto-Sanjo-PREMIER.h101206013.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel ZIZI Kyoto Gion](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Zizi.h37754813.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-HOTEL-MUSSE-Kyotoshijokawaramachi-Meitetsu.h52041999.Hotel-Information) > > [SOWAKA](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel-SOWAKA.h27267482.Hotel-Information) > > [Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Tokyu-Stay-Kyoto-Ryougaemachi-Dori-Sanjo-Karasuma.h18573474.Hotel-Information) > > [Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sakaiza Shijo-Kawaramachi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-TOKYU-STAY-KYOTO-SHIN-KYOGOKU-DORI.h27557574.Hotel-Information) > > [THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-THE-GATE-HOTEL-KYOTO-TAKASEGAWA-By-HULIC.h46993133.Hotel-Information) > > [Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Onyado-Nono-Kyotonanajyo-Natural-Hot-Springs.h44762017.Hotel-Information) > > [THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-THE-HOTEL-HIGASHIYAMA-By-KyotoTokyuHotel.h71549946.Hotel-Information) > > [The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-karasumagojo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-THE-POCKET-HOTEL-KYOTO-KARASUMAGOJO.h51643765.Hotel-Information) > > [Yuzuya Ryokan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Yuzuya-Ryokan.h20931679.Hotel-Information) > > [La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Lagent-Hotel-Kyoto-Nijo.h88182560.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Okura Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Kyoto-Hotel-Okura.h6621.Hotel-Information) > > [The Hedistar Hotel Kyoto Nijo Comic&Books](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-The-Hedistar-Hotel-Kyoto-Nijo.h24976165.Hotel-Information) > > [KYOTO GRANBELL HOTEL hanareya](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Kyoutoguranberuhoteru-Hanareya.h72398371.Hotel-Information) > > [Hiyori Stay Kyoto Kamogawa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-Suite-Kyoto-Kamogawa-Shomen.h100205202.Hotel-Information) > > [OMO5 Kyoto Sanjo by Hoshino Resorts](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-OMO5-Kyoto-Sanjo-By-Hoshino-Resorts.h77089647.Hotel-Information) > > [TUNE STAY Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-TUNE-STAY-Kyoto-Hostel.h39861619.Hotel-Information) > > [THE MACHIYA Kamiumeya](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-THE-MACHIYA-Kamiumeya.h29070851.Hotel-Information) > > [TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-TASSEL-HOTEL-SANJYO-SHIRAKAWA.h40139654.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Hotel Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Park-Hotel-Kyoto.h63870432.Hotel-Information) > > [THE GENERAL KYOTO Shijyo Shinmachi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-THE-GENERAL-KYOTO-ShijyoShinmachi.h89799984.Hotel-Information) > > [Candeo Hotels Kyoto Karasuma Rokkaku](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Candeo-Hotels-Kyoto-Karasuma-Rokkaku.h64609188.Hotel-Information) > > [Kyoto Traditional Machiya House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Kyoto-Traditional-Machiya-House.h17940263.Hotel-Information) ---