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Hotel Traveltine Kyoto Kiyamachi

Hotel in Kyoto

Attractively situated in the Shimogyo Ward district of Kyoto, Hotel Traveltine Kyoto Kiyamachi is situated 1.1 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, 1.7 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto and 1.7 km...

T
Thais
From
Peru
Very clean and comfortable room. With the needed amount of space very appreciated for the suitcases, staff very nice and helpful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,897 reviews
Price from
US$164.95
1 night, 2 adults

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

Hotel in Kyoto

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER features a fitness centre, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Kyoto. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, a concierge service and free WiFi.

A
Adeline
From
Switzerland
It’s location close to everything but still in a more quiet area. The public baths!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,424 reviews
Price from
US$177.24
1 night, 2 adults

insomnia KYOTO OIKE

Hotel in Kyoto

Attractively set in the Nakagyo Ward district of Kyoto, insomnia KYOTO OIKE is situated 1.2 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, 1.5 km from Nijo Castle and 1.8 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto.

J
JEAN CLAUDE
From
Malta
The location, the ambiance and the size of the rooms. A really lovely place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,127 reviews
Price from
US$170.19
1 night, 2 adults

KABIN Taka

Hotel in Kyoto

Well situated in Kyoto, KABIN Taka offers air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a garden. This 4-star hotel offers luggage storage space.

A
Alaena Agaelor
From
Spain
- good size of the room and bathroom, with some storing spaces; which good for longer stays - nice quality cleaning products offered to customers (shampoo, etc) - good size and great central positioning of the TV (makes it a nice entertainment experience in bed, after a long day) - friendly staff, always smiling and happy to help - good location, close to restaurants, bars or supermarkets and just 20 min walking to Gion neighborhood - nice amenities: liked to have the possibility to get on our own new towels, tea, a vanity kit etc., from the hallway, close to our room, whenever needed - the sustainability focus of the hotel - cleanses standards were great
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,455 reviews
Price from
US$171.86
1 night, 2 adults

KABIN Kyoto

Hotel in Kyoto

Conveniently situated in Kyoto, KABIN Kyoto provides air-conditioned rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers a bar.

L
Lucía
From
Uruguay
The staff was really kind and always available if you had any questions, they gave us good recommendations and good advice for how to get to arashiyama in the fastest way possible (better than google maps). The room was lovely, well equipped and spacious.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,145 reviews
Price from
US$141.49
1 night, 2 adults

Dusit Thani Kyoto

Hotel in Kyoto

Located in Kyoto and with Kyoto Station reachable within less than 1 km, Dusit Thani Kyoto provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a bar.

J
Jiraporn
From
Thailand
Most of all, services of the hotel is superb. I had been there during Cherry blossom season, the hotel provided Cherry blossom news of the blooming everyday. Concierge team of the hotel was very attentive, they recommended and booked many good places to eat for us. Breakfast is very good with many choices in both buffet and a la carte menu, including some Thai food. I had dinner at Koyo, teppanyagi restaurant at the hotel, it was also very good cooking and reasonable price.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,439 reviews
Price from
US$278.19
1 night, 2 adults

ASAI Kyoto Shijo

Hotel in Kyoto

Well situated in Kyoto, ASAI Kyoto Shijo offers air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar.

L
Lukošiūtė
From
Denmark
New and modern, but not too far from Japanese aesthetics and simplicity.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,911 reviews
Price from
US$147.44
1 night, 2 adults

Odysis Suites Osaka Airport Hotel

Hotel in Izumi-Sano

Located in Izumi-Sano, 400 metres from Rinku Pleasure Town Seacle Shopping Centre, Odysis Suites Osaka Airport Hotel features views of the city.

B
Bonta2323
From
Poland
I chose this hotel primarily for its excellent location, being just one train stop away from Kansai Airport, which made it incredibly convenient for my travel plans. I was pleasantly surprised by how spacious and clean the room was, much larger than I expected for a hotel near an airport. The view from my room was a real bonus, as I could see the airport and surrounding areas, which added a nice touch to the overall experience. The facilities were well-maintained, and I appreciated the attention to detail in cleanliness. The bed was comfortable, and the room had everything I needed to feel at ease. Despite being close to the airport, it was surprisingly quiet, so I had a very restful stay. The breakfast was another highlight of my visit. Not only did the dining area offer a lovely view, but there was also a wide variety of food to choose from, with options to suit different tastes. Whether you prefer traditional Japanese dishes or more Western-style options, there was something for everyone, and everything was fresh and well-prepared. Overall, I’m really glad I picked this hotel. It exceeded my expectations in terms of comfort, convenience, and service. I would definitely stay here again, especially if I have an early flight from Kansai Airport.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 5,610 reviews
Price from
US$68.73
1 night, 2 adults

Gion Elite Terrace

Hotel in Kyoto

Located in Kyoto, less than 1 km from Gion Shijo Station, Gion Elite Terrace provides accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

A
Abre
From
South Africa
Loved the amazing friendly and helpful  staff, who gave us good advice and discussions. Great location in central Gion in a quiet street but walking distance to almost anything.  Great variety and range of eating places and the river close by and of course as many temples as you need with cool peaceful gardens as well as museums. Nishiki Market is a short bus ride or interesting 20min walk.  The room was beautiful and fully equipped incl a small kitchenette, electric blackout curtains and lots of tech Breakfasts were copious and varied to suit most tastes, best scrambled egss in Japan. Amazingly bestiful designer chairs in a little sitting area and free laundry room was an unexpected bonus!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,459 reviews
Price from
US$325.15
1 night, 2 adults

THE GENERAL KYOTO Shijou Shinmachi

Hotel in Kyoto

Attractively situated in Kyoto, THE GENERAL KYOTO Shijou Shinmachi features a continental breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property.

T
Trevor
From
South Africa
Lovely, convenient, friendly and clean Hotel. All you can ask for.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,059 reviews
Price from
US$168.64
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,149 reviews

Attractively set in Kyoto, THE GENERAL KYOTO Bukkouji Shinmachi features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service.

From US$224.38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,600 reviews

In a prime location in Osaka, Centara Grand Hotel Osaka provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, private parking and room service.

From US$356.05 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,345 reviews

Ideally situated in the centre of Kyoto, ALA HOTEL KYOTO features air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a restaurant.

From US$281.89 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,288 reviews

In a prime location in the centre of Kyoto, Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho is within 1.7 km of Kyoto Station and 1.8 km of TKP Garden City Kyoto.

From US$571.43 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,686 reviews

Featuring a fitness centre, a restaurant as well as a bar, THE BLOSSOM KYOTO is set in the centre of Kyoto, 1.2 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto.

From US$410.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,022 reviews

Attractively set in Kyoto, Sora Niwa Terrace Kyoto features air-conditioned rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers a bar.

From US$429.46 per night
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Well set in Osaka, HOTEL THE LEBEN OSAKA provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

From US$285.78 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,409 reviews

Well set in Kyoto, KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection by Best Western provides air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers a bar.

From US$282.12 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,284 reviews

Featuring 4-star accommodation, Iroha Grand Hotel Kintetsu Nara Ekimae is set in Nara, 19 km from Iwafune Shrine and 22 km from Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium.

From US$115.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 153 reviews

Comfort Hotel Kii Tanabe is set in Tanabe, 5.3 km from Tanabe City Museum of Art and 6.9 km from Kamitonda Concert Hall.

From US$89.67 per night
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
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Fairfield by Marriott Hyogo Kannabe Highland is situated in Toyooka, within 11 km of Toyooka City History Museum and 24 km of Ito Kiyonaga Museum.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
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Fairfield by Marriott Nara Tenri Yamanobenomichi is located in Tenri, within 13 km of Nara Station and 28 km of Iwafune Shrine.

From US$102.96 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews

Fairfield by Marriott Kyoto Minamiyamashiro is set in Minamiyamashiro, 28 km from Nara Station and 43 km from Iwafune Shrine.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 300 reviews

Located in Odaicho, within 38 km of Ise Grand Shrine and 37 km of Oharai-machi, Fairfield by Marriott Mie Okuise Odai provides accommodation with a terrace and as well as free private parking for...

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Hotels in Kinki that you can book without a credit card

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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Situated within 4.3 km of Hanshin Koshien Stadium and 4.9 km of Tamino Shrine, ホテル 尼乃美楽 尼崎 features rooms in Amagasaki. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.

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Hotel in Susami
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 190 reviews

Located in Susami, 28 km from Shionomisaki Shrine, 海のお宿 provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace.

From US$52.36 per night

Saikou

Hotel in Osaka
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews

Featuring free WiFi, Saikou is situated in Osaka, 800 metres from Namba CITY shopping mall. Namba Station is a 15-minute walk from the property.

From US$72 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,665 reviews

Set in Kyoto, Kyoto Sanjo Ohashi offers 3-star accommodation with private balconies.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,067 reviews

Conveniently situated in the Nakagyo Ward district of Kyoto, Miru Kyoto Nishiki is located 1 km from Gion Shijo Station, 1.2 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall and 1.3 km from Samurai Kembu...

From US$315.27 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 6,744 reviews

3-star accommodation, HOTEL THE FLAG Shinsaibashi is located in central Osaka, 600 metres from Dotonbori River and the Ebisu Tower Ferris Wheel, 700 metres from popular music and shopping district...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2,257 reviews

The Nara Visitor Center and Inn is situated in the heart of Nara, just a 3-minute walk from Kofuku-ji Temple and Naramachi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews

Set in Kyoto, within less than 1 km of Kiyomizu-dera Temple and a 15-minute walk of Gion Shijo Station, Kyoto Kiyomizu Machiya NAGOMI offers a terrace.

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From US$261.82 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,842 reviews
Everything! The hotel was cozy, had night lighting, ambience, the bed was so comfy, the wifi was fast, there was nice hot shower and bathroom shampoo, soap, amenities, and the buffet breakfast was so good; There was udon, fish, nice croquettes, , duck loin, pasta, cereals, and coffee. Location was a 10; Right in the heart of Gion-shijo and near the Yasaka Shrine and the Kawamachi street where Ben's cookies (The best cookies in Japan!), all the restaurants and near the sakura mocchi store where they sell probably the most delicious mocchi in Japan. Will highly recommend!
Guest review by
Matthew Fausto
Philippines
From US$146.62 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,773 reviews
Hotel totally in the center of the city. Around a lot of coffee shops, restaurants, shops, markets. I didn't order breakfast but it was not a problem, as around was a lot of places to eat a breakfast or lunch or dinner. Personel very nice, kind and helpful. Houskeeping was every day: fresh towels, coffee, tea. Room very clean. As I am the smoker, I had possibility to smoke in the room. Room very small but it was not a problem at all. Access to the metro station a few meters from the hotel. Recommended.
Guest review by
Adriana
Poland
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 583 reviews
The location was everything!! It's walkable to many major tourist spots like Kiyomizu-dera. Also good for those who wants to get pictures with the Hokan-ji pagoda in the early morning without anyone. The room was cute and have everything you need for your stay. Plus the staffs were so super friendly, helpful and good in English. I will definitely choose this hotel again for the next visit in Kyoto.
Guest review by
Parnuphan
Thailand
From US$1,148.23 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 891 reviews
I stayed at this hotel for one night after returning from a business trip, before flying out to Paris. I couldn’t have chosen a better place — the room was superb: beautifully furnished, comfortable, and spotless. The bed and linens were perfect, offering a great night’s sleep. The staff were exceptionally kind and spoke excellent English, which made everything even easier.
Guest review by
valentina
France
From US$266.41 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,855 reviews
The hotel is massive. I don't think I have ever been to anything quite like this before. You have konbini, restaurants, arcades, and much more on site. To call it a hotel is an understatement; it's a complex. There are multiple baths, some indoors, some in caves, and there's even a stamp rally to collect a stamp for each onsen bath. You get free bath salts as a reward.
Guest review by
Ksenia
Ireland
From US$549.83 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 832 reviews
Huge room size and the bed is just facing towards the lake. The view is magnificent. Breakfast is great with lots of food option. Bike rental available (normal bike & electric bike). The hotel also provide shuttle bus service to Otsu Station (3 bus every hour). The Pier is just few steps from hotel and they offer 20% off for cruise ticket.
Guest review by
MM
Hong Kong
From US$135.49 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 848 reviews
Staff were amazingly polite and helpful. I went to a different APA hotel and the lady on reception walked me to the correct hotel about a few minutes' walk away. The room was very comfortable and clean – I had everything I needed. I booked this hotel about 10 minutes before I arrived and check-in was seamless. Price was very good too.
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L Sabin
United Kingdom
From US$101.06 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 270 reviews
I arrived late at the hotel, and everything was thoughtfully arranged so that I could access my room even before making the payment in advance. Later, once the staff returned, I completed the payment without any issues. Both the service and the room were impeccable. I would definitely choose to stay at this hotel again.
Guest review by
Maria
Australia
From US$490.92 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 208 reviews
Very convenient location, staff exceptionally helpful, room facilities very good, We advised them that we were vegetarian and they prepared for us twice special delicious meals and one evening searched around to find a recommendation for a vegetarian restaurant which was excellent.
Guest review by
Joseph
Israel
From US$274.91 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 6,611 reviews
Great hotel, great location, close to the city center and many attractions. I enjoyed relaxing on the balcony and the sea view. The breakfast was excellent. I travel a lot but I think that the breakfast in Kobe´s Meriken Park Oriental Hotel was the best I´ve ever had.
Guest review by
Hana
Czech Republic
From US$120.96 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,998 reviews
Room was spacious. Great views. Nice buffet restaurant. Close to 2 different JR transport lines, so was easy to get to universal studios and city, and other touristic spots. Once i found the pedestrian ways, it was easy to take my luggage to public transport
Guest review by
reuben
New Zealand
From US$99.49 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 437 reviews
Great place to relax and as home base for daytrips to Osaka, Kyoto, Nara etc. Children loved it as well. Even the 4 year old had enough place in the garden to explore and play.
Guest review by
Georg KL
Austria
From US$142.69 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,033 reviews
They were keeping my bags safe for me so I could walk around and go sightseeing before and after check in. The staff were very friendly, all in all a very good stay!
Guest review by
Antonia
Austria
From US$324.01 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews
Hotel room overseeingthe sea.. able to see sunrise.. Room is spacious, clean and comfortable. Onsen facilities is great! All the staff are very friendly and kind.
Guest review by
Jac_T
Singapore
From US$332.52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,934 reviews
Breakfast very delicious, it’s good to eat everyday. Those body shampoos and bath herbs/salts set smell pretty nice and relax.
Guest review by
Jeffrey
Malaysia
From US$195.71 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,937 reviews
Staff are always lovely! Love how the hotel chain is environmentally friendly with housekeeping
Guest review by
Samantha
Australia
From US$331.21 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 192 reviews
Everything! Especially the breakfast and hot spring was good too.
Guest review by
Kai Shin
United Kingdom
From US$259.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 696 reviews
Good sea view. Good onsen. Good location next to the station.
Guest review by
Theo
France
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,920 reviews
Room was exquisite. Access to the club lounge was great.
Guest review by
Robert
Australia

Planning a trip? Get inspired by reviews of cities in Kinki

10

If you like city life hustling and bustling, this isbthe...

If you like city life hustling and bustling, this isbthe place for you. From shopping in Umeda at Hankyu dept store, herbis and many others to go; great food and cafes, Osaka castle is a must to go. However if you prefer the mountain view, stay in Nara area. Mt. Kongo and Akama 48 waterfalls are great place to hike. Minoh falls north of Osaka is also only 1hr away by train. Kuromon is a smaller fish market compared to Tsukijiri in Tokyo. Overall, it is a good experience for me in Osaka
Guest review by
Fenny
United States
10

The city is incredible.

The city is incredible. To date my favourite vacations have taken place in Kyoto. The ancient history being preserved alongside the modern is really amazing to behold, and it can be seen everywhere in the city, from old style buildings down each side street to the accessibility updates in the most ancient temples. The shrines and temples are the things I’d recommend the most, and the public transit makes getting around a breeze.
Guest review by
Frederick
United States
10

Kobe being a little smaller than Kyoto and Osaka, seems a...

Kobe being a little smaller than Kyoto and Osaka, seems a little more relaxed. It is close enough to Osaka and Hiroshima to do a day trip and has a lot of unexpected surprises, like waterfalls located 15 minutes walk behind San Kobe station. There are also a number of Ropeways and Cable Cars that take you up to the hiking trails in the mountains behind Kobe. The waterfront area is also very interesting, with an earthquake museum, which details the restoration of the Kobe Harbour after an earthquake, in just 2 years. There is also a nightly light and water show near the Kobe Tower.
Guest review by
Elaine
Australia
10

Nara is my favorite place in Japan.

Nara is my favorite place in Japan. It has really beautiful natural environment, lovely deer that you can easily see while walking on the street, and very friendly people. It has played a very important role in Japanese history (e.g. Horyuji, Toshodaija, etc. are important world heritage sites), but it does not have that many visitors as Kyoto, which makes traveling in Nara a lot more pleasant than travelling in Kyoto. I highly recommend people to travel to southern part of Nara Prefecture (e.g. Horyuji, Asuka-dera, Tsubosaka-dera, Oka-dera, etc.).
Guest review by
HSIU-CHUAN LIAO
Taiwan
10

We only stayed one night when we arrived as we needed a...

We only stayed one night when we arrived as we needed a place to recharge and freshen up before we head to Kyoto. The hotel is very nice with complete amenities in the room. The room we occupied has the view of the airport runway but we never heard any noise coming from the airplanes arriving and taking off. A bit expensive but it was worth it. Breakfast buffet was very good too.
Guest review by
Anonymous
10

After staying in Kyoto, it was refreshing to stay in a...

After staying in Kyoto, it was refreshing to stay in a smaller, quieter city for a couple of days. Himeji, had ample malls and restaurants to satisfy the needs of all tourists and yet has a nice small city feel. We saw the castle in the afternoon, and didn't encounter large crowds. The Koko-en Garden was relatively quiet when we saw it in the morning.
Guest review by
Julie
Canada
10

The scenic mountains near the city offers stunning sunset...

The scenic mountains near the city offers stunning sunset views. The Sakura were in full bloom. There are several parks around the city, and the impressive Wakayama castle. The hotel (Candeo Hotels Nankai) is great value - fantastic river views, rooftop onsen that you can enjoy the sunset. And right at the Wakayama Station. Good dining options around the hotel too.
Guest review by
Kwok
Singapore
10

One of Japan's six ancient kiln towns.

One of Japan's six ancient kiln towns. If you are into ceramics it's a brilliant place to visit. If you're not, it's a lovely, relaxed town with nice walks and good places to eat. Very close to Nagoya airport. There is a free shuttle bus into Tokoname or use the station. Home of the lucky waving cat - Maneki Neko!
Guest review by
Cerys
United Kingdom
10

We loved our trip here.

We loved our trip here. Little did I know, I seem to enjoy travelling in a pretty laid-back city and Ise was just perfect for that. If you're craving for a small city experience, out from the other international travelers, I'd recommend Ise for sure.
Guest review by
Rizki Dwi Kelimutu
Indonesia
10

There was a quaint cafe/sweet shop within walking distance...

There was a quaint cafe/sweet shop within walking distance that we fell in love with. They served amazing coffee in hand made cups and had the most delightful assortment of sweets and lollies - even Halloween sweets
Guest review by
Eleise
Australia