Kyoto Shimadzu Foundation Memorial Hall Hotels

"Beautiful hotel, perfectly located in Kyoto. The hotel was spotless, and all the amenities we expected and more."

"Lovely room, very thoughtfully laid out. Lovely shower and toilet. Bed very comfortable. Hotel was very elegant and the bakery was amazing. We got 5000 yen hotel vouchers to spend and got some great things from the bakery. Lots of other amenities such as laundry room and gym which looked very modern but we don’t use as we prefer running outside and didn’t need to wash anything! The rooftop bar is lovely also and they provide heaters, blankets and hand warmers when it’s 5 degrees (but preferable to not be outside despite this…) Overall, a lovely hotel in a decent location - short walks to subway and Gion district. Would’ve loved to have stayed one more night! "

"We enjoyed our stay at the hotel and found their operation remarkably organized and functional. The bathing was terrific as was the ice cream, too."

"Staff was amazing, room extremely comfortable and excellent location! I would most definitely stay here again!"

"Hotel was amazing, nice room and facilities and all for a decent price. The spa bath was modern, clean, and so convenient to have inside the hotel. Location was in a decent, quiet spot, approx a 10 minute walk from busier areas. "

"Ubicacion perfecta. Staff muy bueno. Amenities ok. Relacion calidad precio un 10."

"Everything about this hotel was wonderful. We stayed in a classy king room. It was spacious with the best shower I’ve experienced in a hotel. The location is perfect. It’s near the main shopping area but also has Pontocho alley right in front of the hotel where you can experience the traditional Japanese restaurants in the older part of town. It’s easy to get around with buses and subways nearby. Kyōto station is about a 10 minute bus ride away or a taxi ride (approximately 2000 yen). The breakfast was lovely too and the staff were friendly and polite. They have a small gym with two treadmills, a cross trainer and two bikes but no weights. Mats are provided. It’s basic but clean and functional. Highly recommend. I would stay there again. "

"Great service. Location is great (next to the Kyoto museum and lots of restaurants and shops nearby.) also close to the Nishiki market and other places to shop. Room was spacious and had great tech to control lights/ac etc. great Sake bar on-site too. "

"This hotel is an old-school 5-star hotel with doormen, concierge service, etc. I say "old-school" because it shows in the decor: quite conservative, a bit dated especially when compared to a more modern 5-star hotel. But the staff across the board are wonderful, incredible polite, and happy to be of service in every way. Very typical of professional Japanese service. One obvious weakness: The "business" center is one simple computer. But the rooms are equipped with healthy wi-fi so I didn't need the services of a business center. It is wonderfully located in Kyoto with tons of restaurants and shopping near by."