Kyoto Brighton Hotel
What We Love
- Free shuttle every 20 minutes to/from Karasumaoike Subway Station
- The Hotaru restaurant serves traditional Kyoto kaiseki (a menu of small Japanese dishes)
- Cool views from the rooftop pool and terrace
What To Know
- Bikes are available to rent
- WiFi is free
- Rooftop pool is open July to September
- It's a short walk to Kyoto's imperial palace
Amenities
- Babysitting
- Bar
- Free WiFi
- Gym
- Parking On Site
- Pool
- Restaurant
Overview
The Lowdown
In west Kyoto-Gosho, close to the imperial palace, the Kyoto Brighton is a classy crash pad with a rooftop pool and terrace. Beyond the light-flooded atrium, glass elevators whisk guests up to the 182 spacious rooms, which all have clearly defined seating and sleeping areas. The decor is simple, with light woods and plum carpets and sofas, and all rooms feature nifty air purifiers and bathrooms with soaking tubs and rain showers. There are four restaurants to choose from, including Kakan, which specializes in Cantonese fare, and Hotaru, a top-notch eatery that serves Kyoto style kaiseki (a multicourse menu of small, artistically presented dishes). The lobby bar is also an all-day tea lounge that serves organic brews and bowls of traditional matcha green tea.
In the Area
Kyoto is one of the world’s greatest cultural destinations, and the sights begin just steps from the hotel. The imperial palace, residence of Japan’s royal family until 1868, is just down the road. Sanjusangendo Buddhist Temple dates from 1266 and is one of the world’s largest wooden structures; inside, 1,000 life-size statues of Kannon (the deity of mercy) flank a giant 1,000-armed Kannon. Visit Kawai Kanjiro House, the residence turned museum of an eccentric 20th-century ceramic artist. Kiyomizu Temple, with its famous balcony offering views of the city, is dramatically perched on the side of a hill. From here, it’s an atmospheric walk through the historical streets to Gion, the largest of Kyoto’s geisha districts.
How to Get There
Reviews
This hotel is amazing value. Lovely rooms decorated in trad style ( with western beds) , dehumidifier, great bar and dining and lovely helpful staff. A pool and gymn would have totally topped it off but probably increased the price. This is one of the nicest hotel I have ever stayed at and it is close to many if the sights
We had a very comfortable stay. The rooms are spacious, large and comfortable. The breakfast buffet is good (although would be nice to have some espresso & cappuccino).
We often got advice from the concierge who was very helpful and spoke good English.
We very much appreciated the free shuttle bus to Karusama Oike Station. It really helped.
We enjoyed our stay at Kyoto Hotel Brighton from the moment we arrived to a warm welcome and a helpful front desk. Our room was a large size, very quiet and included a shower.
The Concierge gave us helpful suggestions and made dinner reservations at excellent restaurants for us.
When we arrived, we were told to head to the Imperial Palace immediately as it was open to the public that afternoon which only happens a few times a year. We were so happy to have that experience. It is a short walk from the hotel.
One day we used the free shuttle to get downtown but otherwise walked or took taxis.
A 7-11 with an ATM and snacks was nearby.
We were at the Kyoto Brighton during the change of Emperors and a special celebration was held in the lobby.
We did not dine in any of their restaurants so cannot comment on them.