ASAI Kyoto Shijo

The food was excellent at Soi Gaenga. They made check in very easy and had tea and water for us as we checked in. Luggage storage well-organized. Very pleasant and helpful staff, especially C.K. and waiters/waitresses. Great little restaurant that was open for food, drinks, workspace right next to reception area. WiFi was good and rooms quite comfortable.

The hotels location is excellent, off the main street yet close enough to the local underground station, with the added bonus of the neighbourhood temple 2 minutes walk away - no crowds! It has an on site Thai restaurant, serving good food and a very well stocked bar, open all day which serves hot and cold beverages, their coffee is excellent. The staff are helpful and courteous, nothing is too much trouble, will even lend you socket adaptors for free.

newly styled hotel in a quiet area, 10 minutes to walk into the area with many restaurants and bars; metro station very near and 1 stop away from Kyoto station; this is good if you want to make trips by train to Osaka or Nara; very friendly staff; breakfast is ok, you have Asian options which we did not try, the American or English option is quite good. The rooms are clean but very small. Anyway you can store your suitcase under the bed. Like most of the hotels in Japan that I have seen so far, there are no racks for putting your stuff.

Fantastic hotel in a great location. We loved the size of the room and found it to be very comfortable, clean and an enjoyable space to relax after a long day in Kyoto. The English TV channels were an added bonus. The hotel is very close to local coffee shops, convenience stores and also just a few minutes walk from the closest Subway stop.

Asai Kyoto Shijo really showcased modern Japanese hospitality at its peak. You don’t need the over-the-top attention of a 5-star hotel where staff attend to your every move. Here, everything you need is thoughtfully prepared and ready for you to handle yourself. It’s clear the hotel understood the assignment when designing the space - it’s all about being customer-centric. The rooms are compact but so smartly laid out that they feel anything but small. Every detail has been carefully considered, and the high-quality amenities make your stay effortless and comfortable. It’s the kind of place where you can tell they’ve thought about what travelers actually need. The vibe is a perfect mix of international energy and old Kyoto charm. The staff were amazing, especially Phuong, the Vietnamese receptionist, who was incredibly warm and accommodating. She went out of her way to make my stay more enjoyable.