THE ROYAL PARK HOTEL KYOTO SANJO, Kyoto

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo - A 4-star hotel with premium dining, modern amenities, and central location in historic Kawaramachi-Sanjo

Located in the heart of Central Kyoto, this sophisticated Kyoto hotel features a distinctive lobby with black marble floors, red modern art, and contemporary chandeliers with glass spheres. The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo houses fresh, modern rooms equipped with Serta mattresses, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and electric kettles. Each bathroom includes a spacious shower area with bathtub and eco-friendly toiletries. The property's Monsieur Ito restaurant serves Western dishes using local ingredients, while The Bar offers a hip atmosphere with globe lighting. Premium Floor guests receive daily breakfast buffet, complimentary drinks, and newspapers. The Royal Park stands 1 mile from Karasuma, a 5-minute walk to Pontocho alley, and 20 minutes on foot from Kyoto Imperial Palace. Eight restaurants operate within 984.3 ft, including Sushi no Musashi and Teppanyaki Premium Pound.

Pros

24-hour front desk with luggage storage and safety deposit services

Dedicated smoking areas on first basement and third floors

Premium Floor offers exclusive guest benefits

Comprehensive safety features including fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and window guards

Cons

31 mile distance from Itami Airport

Some rooms cannot accommodate extra beds