Kyoto Otani Sobyo Hotels

"Just off the Main Street, so it’s not noisy, but close to the temple and bus transportation to easily get to other destinations. Staff were extremely helpful and polite."

"Wonderful stay in machiya with tatami sitting room and furo. "

"This hotel is one of a kind - all details are thought of for you so you can just come and enjoy. We had the kaiseki beef dinner as well and it was delicious. Steps away from Yasaka pagoda for after dinner stroll."

"Loved the hotel! The room was extremely spacious and very clean."

"Best stay of our whole trip. Tons of room in the hotels and a beautifully displayed Kyoto style breakfast at a customized time each morning. Staff was always friendly and cordial. We will be looking forward to our next stay here when we are in the area again! 10/10 would highly recommend"

"A truly exceptional and unique hotel experience in the heart of Higashiyama. I would recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a special place to stay while in Kyoto. A worthwhile destination in its own right, and absolutely wonderful hospitality and service. "

"Great stay. The room was huge, the shower pressure fantastic, the hot water plentifully, and the sauna was the cherry on top. Our family enjoyed the accommodations and the friendly staff."

"Exceptional service, room and amenities."

"On the top 20 hotels I stayed"

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"I didn't expect that it would be a whole house just for myself! The service was splendid, very polite and helpful. The house has everything you need, i.e. all the dishes. The interior is traditional and, very comfortable and nice."

"What an experience this was ... 5 stars hands down. Great property, amenities, and service."

"Everything was amazing, the service and staff were phenomenal! The dinner was an amazing experience. "

"Very clean and authentic family run ryokan"

"A truly outstanding hotel with excellent staff. The experience from start to finish was world-class. Great location, great amenities, great food. Wouldn’t stay anywhere else in Kyoto."

"amazing location, amazing helpful staff, a beautiful room! cd players on the wall, ambient lighting, this was just the most amazing stay that I will definitely be returning to if I stay in Kyoto again!"

"We loved the free drinks and snacks in the evening. The breakfast is healthy and locally-sourced. The Shirakawa River beside the hotel is pretty. The soba and sushi restaurants beside the hotel are excellent. It’s close to Meiji jingu and a Tsutaya bookstore which feels peaceful."

"Great stay overall "

"Beautiful hotel in Ginza with the most attentive staff!"

"We had a great stay! Great location, the staff was very friendly and helpful, our room was very nice!"