HOTEL MONTEREY KYOTO, Kyoto

Hotel Monterey Kyoto - Edinburgh-themed hotel with natural hot springs and chapel courtyard

Located in Central Kyoto, this Scottish-themed Kyoto hotel features 327 rooms ranging from Standard Singles to Deluxe Corner Twins and Family Rooms. Hotel Monterey houses two distinct restaurants: Escale, serving French cuisine under chandeliers and skylights, and Zuientei, offering Kyoto specialties. The property's centerpiece is the St Simon Zelotes Chapel, a recreation of its London counterpart, set within an inner courtyard. The lobby showcases black marble, exposed brick, and a square chandelier, while the Library Cafe & Bar replicates an Edinburgh home with plaid carpeting and book-lined shelves. A top-floor spa provides natural hot spring baths sourced from underground waters. The Monterey's position adjacent to Karasuma Oike subway station connects guests to Kyoto Station and Nijyojyo Castle. The location offers a 5-minute walk to Kyoto Art Centre and Kyoto International Manga Museum, with the Nishiki Market 10 minutes away on foot.

Pros

Natural hot spring water sourced directly from beneath the city

Authentic recreation of Upper Chelsea's St Simon Zelotes Chapel

Scottish-themed Library Cafe with original plaid carpeting and book collection

Direct subway access to major cultural landmarks via two different lines

Cons

Additional fee required for spa access

Compact bathrooms with limited sink space in Superior Single and Twin Rooms