Sotetsu, Arashiyama hotels

"Was a beautiful hotel right in the heart of Kyoto with lots to do and eat"

"Close to the train station. So convenient "

"Great hotel. Very close to railway station and other amenities. The staff were excellent as was the room and breakfast "

"Absolutely loved this property! It’s a very unique experience with the hot springs and how you are able to walk around the hotel without shoes. The atmosphere of the hotel was also very relaxing and the rooms were very quiet. They have many amenities for guests such as massage chairs, coffee machine, and yakult/ice cream after hot spring baths. I recommend getting the additional breakfast buffet. They have such a variety of foods and even freshly fried tempura! I honestly didn’t even have to eat lunch during the day with how full I was from breakfast, haha. I will say, some of the amenities get really crowded towards the evening. Which is to be expected (especially traveling in the springtime), but it disappointed me a little. Felt like I had to fight to get a chance on the massage chairs or use the free washing machines. But it can’t be helped. It is a very popular hotel with foreign visitors. If you’re a bit more shy about the hot springs, I recommend waking up around 5 AM for a bath. Barely anyone there and it helps wake you up. Overall, I enjoyed this experience! If you’re ok with a bit busier of a hotel, then I definitely recommend. "

"Very clean and upscale hotel. Rooms were quite spacious and well renovated. Location cannot be bear, being right beside Kyoto station for convenient access to transit and plenty of options for shopping and food."

"A Return to Excellence: The Kyoto Brighton Hotel Experience In 2016, we had the pleasure of staying at the Kyoto Brighton Hotel, and our experience was so memorable that we chose to return in April 2024. Nestled in a serene residential area, the hotel is a stone’s throw away from the historic Kyoto Gosho and a myriad of quaint temples and shrines. Iconic landmarks such as Nijo-jo, Kinkaku-ji, and Ryoan-ji are just a short bus, subway, or taxi ride away. The hotel offers first-class hospitality and services at an incredibly reasonable price. The staff, always courteous, greeted us with warm smiles each time we returned to the hotel. Their personalized service was so exceptional that some staff members even remembered us by name, making us feel like their most valued guests. We have had the opportunity to stay at various high-end hotels in the past, including during our recent trip. However, the Kyoto Brighton Hotel stands out with its ability to provide the same level of luxury in terms of amenities, restaurants, rooms, and services. In conclusion, the Kyoto Brighton Hotel is not just a place to stay; it’s a place to return to, a place that feels like home away from home." "

"Great people."

"The hotel was very nice, clean and convenient to transportation and restaurants. "

"Beautiful! Very nice!"