Garner Hotel Kyoto Shijo Karasuma by IHG

We were really pleased with our stay and I can recommend this Garner Hotel. The room was much more spacious than I expected: we had a twin room with two beds, room for luggage, a desk, and a separate area with a safe and fridge. The toilet and bath are in one small unit, but it's cute and works well. Everything looked bright, clean, and new. The reception is basic and small, though the staff were friendly. The price is great value, especially for Kyoto. The location is excellent, just one stop from Kyoto station and an easy walk to Nishiki market. Breakfast next door at Komeda was basic but cheap, an extra 580 yen or around $3USD. If you book a breakfast rate, reception gives you a voucher. We were hungry, so we ordered more, and the prices were reasonable.

The only real drawback was the gap under the room door, which let hallway voices through very clearly. Otherwise, a lovely little hotel: the staff were kind and accommodating, and they put out local tea and free treats in the lobby. The laundry room came in handy too. It's in a great central spot near Kyoto's main shopping area, two metro lines, and buses to all the temples. The hotel is fairly new, so things feel updated and clean. Our room was a good size, with a generous bed and full bath.

I slept really well because the room was nicely insulated, even though I'd seen some comments about traffic noise. The hotel's location, cleanliness, and staff were all wonderful. Thanks for making such a lovely environment. I had a great stay and would definitely recommend Garner Hotel to travelers.

This is a cozy, convenient hotel and good value if you want to explore and unwind in a cafe. The lobby connects directly to a Komeda Coffee house, so I could grab a coffee and read or use my laptop without even needing a jacket. Staff were really friendly, and my room was clean and functional. There's a subway exit on the same block, about a five-minute walk away.