KYOTO PLAZA HOTEL, Kyoto

Kyoto Plaza Hotel - A 3-star property with observation deck and traditional Japanese breakfast

Located in the heart of Minami Ward, this 3-star Kyoto hotel features 110 air-conditioned rooms equipped with refrigerators, flat-screen TVs, and memory-foam pillows. Each room includes free Wi-Fi, wired internet access, and a private bathroom with a bathtub, shower, and bidet. Kyoto Plaza Hotel's public spaces include a large public bath, a relaxation room serving complimentary coffee, and an observation deck offering day and night views of UNESCO World Heritage sites. The property serves a daily Obanzai-style breakfast buffet featuring traditional Kyoto cuisine, with an international section offering bread, cereal, and salad. Business travelers have access to a 24-hour front desk, complimentary newspapers, and a business center. The hotel stands 2132.5 ft from Kujo and 1640.4 ft from To-ji Temple. Transportation options include a 5-minute walk to Kintetsu Toji Station and direct bus service to Kinkakuji from the stop outside.

Pros

Observation deck provides panoramic views of UNESCO World Heritage sites

Relaxation room offers complimentary coffee and soft drinks

Direct bus access to Kinkakuji Temple from hotel entrance

Traditional Kyoto-style Obanzai breakfast included

Cons

2 miles distance from Karasuma district

Parking available only for an additional fee of JPY 1000 per day