Hotel Alza Kyoto

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Scored 9.3
Rated superb

Excellent location!

9.7

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Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Hotel Alza Kyoto

Awarded two pavilions by the Michelin Guide 2020, Hotel Alza Kyoto is situated near the Kamo River and within Gion District, a 2-minute walk from Sanjo Station. Some rooms feature the views of Kamo River and the kawadoko, an outdoor deck over the river for guests to enjoy seasonal views. Free luggage storage is available at the 24-hour front desk. All rooms are equipped with air-conditioning, a seating area, flat-screen TV with satellite channels and desk. A private bathroom includes a spa bath, shower, bathroom TV, hairdryer and high-tech toilet. Free toiletries including toothbrush are provided. Guests can find convenience stores within a 2-minute walk from the hotel. Hotel Alza Kyoto is within 1.4 km of Kyoto International Manga Museum and Heian Shrine. Kiyomizu-dera Temple is 1.7 km away from the property, while Nijo Castle is 2.4 km away. Kawaramachi Station is a 9-minute walk away, while Nishiki Market is a 13-minute stroll away from the hotel. Kansai International Airport is 130 minutes away by airport limousine bus from Hotel Alza Kyoto.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Heating
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Free cot available on request

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Situated in the best rated area in Kyoto, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.7

  • Top pick by families with children

Breakfast info

Continental, Asian

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Guests who stayed here loved

Quirk
Australia Australia
“Location -simply fantastic & so convenient to restaurants, characteristic lanes of Gion, lovely walks by the canal, easy access to the busy side of Kyoto. Loved the ability to open windows for fresh air, loved beautifully curated furnishings &...”
C
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“Thanks with much gratitude to the staff member who kindly posted / forwarded our left belongings to our Osaka hotel. Beautiful stay in Kyoto and loved the japanese style bathroom.”
William
Canada Canada
“Traveling with a group of 11 people from 7 to 70 years old, everyone was very happy with the accommodation. Rooms were large, lots of storage, comfortable beds, modern bathrooms Staff was very helpful with cab rides”
Melanie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The room was large, tastefully decorated and well equipped. The location is perfectly located close to Gion and Sanjo train station, so easy to get around by train or on foot. The staff were professional and friendly.”
Fannie
Singapore Singapore
“Proximity to the Kamo River and the Gion area. Very helpful and friendly staff.”
Shira
Israel Israel
“I honestly can’t believe this hotel is rated only two stars — it deserves at least five. Every single detail has been thought through with such care: a jewelry box, eye masks, chargers for every device (even for my Garmin watch!), comfortable...”
Alia
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The room was super spacious. Very nice finish Amazing bath/shower Great amenities offered Friendly staff”
Paul
Australia Australia
“The staff were very responsive and helpful. Nothing we asked was too much trouble. The location is great for transport and visiting sights - plenty of meal options, too.”
Sinead
Ireland Ireland
“Superb hotel in an excellent location- less than 5 mins walk from the metro line from Osaka. The staff were very accommodating and helped with forwarding our bags. The room was large and beautifully appointed with Kyoto urushi furnishings, an...”
Julia
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location is great - in Gion but the busy stretch. Thoughtful amenities in the room, super clean and extremely helpful staff.”

Hotel surroundings

House rules

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From 15:00
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Check-out
Until 11:00
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 7 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

6 years
Extra bed upon request
¥8,800 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
7+ years
Extra bed upon request
¥8,800 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
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Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Hotel Alza Kyoto in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

An accommodation tax per person per night is not included in the price and needs to be paid at the property.

While this property offers long stays beyond one month, Booking.com is not offering a lease to a guest. Accordingly, all guests who will participate in this offering will not have any rights or interests as lessee for the offered property but should remain subject to applicable hotel stay/lodging terms and conditions.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travellers, during dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be cancelled on arrival.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.