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NISHIYAMA RYOKAN
West side of Goko-machi, south of Nijo; Tel: 222-1166; Fax: 231-3558; check-in 16:00, check-out 10:00; large (8 mat) Japanese-style rooms/w bath 8,000 yen/person (for 2 ; low season), 7,000 yen/per (for 3 or more; low season), rates higher on Sat. and nights before holidays, AND in high season (Mar., April, May, June, Oct., Nov., and during key holiday periods); breakfast from 1,500 yen, dinner from 7,000 yen; also large, luxurious shared bath with waterfall view; 2 free internet computers in the lobby; Curfew 0:00; JCB, VISA, MASTER, DINERS.

Location
Located in the center of Kyoto very near the Imperial Palace grounds and Shijo-Kawaramachi shopping areas.

Relaxation
There is a waterfall in the garden. We hope that the refreshing, rushing, sound of the water will relax and soothe you during you stay with us.

Hospitality
With our warm hospitality and dedication to comfort, we are sure that your stay in Kyoto will be most enjoyable!

Reasonable Rates
Our fine Japanese-style rooms are reasonably priced (no-meal rates available) and allow you to experience Japan in a casual, fun way.

Tea Ceremony Demonstration with English Guide
Aug. 7,14,20,27
19:00-20:00, at the lobby

BBC Broadcasting available; We have 2 free internet computers in the lobby; Some English spoken.


HIIRAGIYA RYOKAN
On the west side of Fuyacho, south of Oike; Tel: 221-1136; Room rates: main old building (founded in 1818): 31,500 yen-94,500 yen/person/night; new wing (opened in 2006): 36,750 yen-63,000 yen/person/night; dinner, breakfast, service charge, tax included; reservation required; Hiiragiya Bekkan (annex): on the east side of Gokomachi, south of Nijo; Tel: 231-0151; Room rates: 15,750 yen-26,250 yen with 2 meals, service charge, tax included.

RYOKAN KOHRO
In the heart of downtown Kyoto, Kohro presents warm heart of Kyoto with a 1,000-year history. No matter how many times you come to Kyoto, we can offer you different appeals of this ancient capital.

Japanese room with private bath: from 7,350 yen/person (with breakfast)

On the northeast corner of Sakaimachi and Rokkaku
Tel: 075-221-7807
info@kohro.com



Kyoto Watazen Ryokan
Comfortable and classical Japanese inn in downtown Kyoto

Japanese style room
With bath: 16,800 yen for 2 people
Without bath: 14,700 yen or 2 people
Breakfast: 1,050 yen (Japanese or western)
Dinner: 5,250 yen (kaiseki course or shabu-shabu)

On the west side of Yanaginobanba, south of Rokkaku
Tel: 075-223-0111
Major credit cards accepted


KINSUIKAN
Located in the middle of downtown Kyoto and very convenient for exploring the city. Relax at day's end in large Japanese style shared bath

Rates (per room)
From 5,775 yen for one, 8,400 yen for two

On the west side of Tominokoji, south of Sanjo Tel: 075-255-3930


NISSHOKAN SHOSHINTEI
North side of Sanjo, east of Sanjo Bridge; Tel: 761-8111; Fax: 761-8105; check-in 15:00, check-out 10:00; super-convenient downtown location, near subway & Keihan Railway; comfortable atmosphere; standard tatami room (for 2-5 people, 10 tatami mats /w toilet): from 10,500 yen/person (off-season: from 8,400 yen); other rooms (tatami/Western) & rates available; ADD 1,575 yen on Sat. and the night before natl. hols; dinner & breakfast incl.; breakfast only OK; footbath in Japanese garden and free internet access (guests only); no curfew; nisshokan@star.odn.ne.jp

MATSUI HONKAN
South of Rokkaku,east of Yanaginobanba; Tel: 075-221-3535; traditional Japanese style ryokan located in central Kyoto; check-in: 16:00; check-out: 10:00; 8,000 yen/night/person without meals; add 1,500 yen for breakfast (Japanese or Western), and 5,000 yen-for dinner (Kyoto kaiseki cuisine); various special privileges: welcome drink (maccha & small Japanese sweet), major credit cards accepted; all rooms have shower, bath and toilet; baggage drop off before check in OK; no curfew ; other branch; Tel : 075-221-6688; Matsui Bekkan Hanakanzashi: north of Rokkaku, east of Takakura.

RYOKAN TOGETSU
On the west side of Ainomachi, north of Nijo; Tel: 231-1238; Fax: 231-0400; located close to subway stations (Marutamachi or Karasuma Oike) but in a very quiet and quaint old Kyoto neighborhood; a 2-story, clean wooden building; all Japanese style rooms; relaxing atmosphere; a 10-min. walk from the Imperial Palace; check-in: 16:00, check-out: 10:00; 5,250 yen/person for groups of 2, 6,300 yen for singles (without meal); breakfast: Western: 1,050 yen, Japanese: 2,100 yen; curfew: 23:00.

INN KAWASHIMA
Located in central Kyoto, a 3-min. walk from Shijo subway Stn.; one street south of Shijo, west of Yanaginobanba; Tel: 351-2089; Fax: 361-1982; Inn Kawashima opened in 1901; All the rooms in this traditional machiya town-house style inn are classical (some rooms can be separated by fusuma sliding doors), yet equipped with modern facilities like air conditioner; very convenient to famous Kyoto temples, shrines, the Gion Festival area, downtown, Nishiki food market, etc., yet very quiet surroundings; from 6,900 yen/person; breakfast: Japanese 1,100 yen; Western 900 yen; dinner: Kyoto cuisine from 4,400 yen; we welcome all our guests warmly; free internet access; AMEX, VISA, DINERS, MASTER; kyotokawa@aria.ocn.ne.jp

HIRASHIN
South side of Takoyakushi, west of Takakura; Tel: 221-0121; Fax: 231-2609; super convenient location in downtown Kyoto (only 5-min. by subway from Kyoto Stn.); close to subway and Hankyu railway; near Nishiki food market, shopping streets and business area; 27 clean Japanese-style rooms with bath and toilet; from 10,500 yen/room (for 2), from 14,715 yen/room (for 3); rates are increased during high season, weekends & nights before natl. hol.; breakfast 1,050 yen; dinner (sukiyaki, shabushabu, seasonal cuisine, etc.) from 3,150 yen

SANGA
East side of Tominokoji, south of Sanjo; Tel: 241-3251; all 15 rooms are classic Japanese (some without private shower): stone-paved entrance, seasonal flower arrangements, inner garden, large common-use bath; the owner and his wife warmly welcome guests; seasonal kaiseki dinner courses using fresh ingredients from Kyoto's Nishiki Market; from 10,500 yen/person (with breakfast); from 16,800 yen/person (with dinner & breakfast); reservations accepted from 2; seasonal room rates; tax & service included; major credit cards OK.

KAMOGAWA-KAN INN
Located downtown, on the west side of Sanjo Bridge (north side), a 3-min. walk from Keihan Sanjo Stn.; Tel: 221-4007; check-in: 15:00, check-out: 10:00; a traditional Japanese style inn conveniently located in the heart of downtown Kyoto; experience our warm hospitality and excellent seasonal Kyoto cuisine; all rooms are classically decorated and comfortable; large shared bath available; 13,650 yen/person (for group of 2 people; with dinner & breakfast), 8,400 yen/person without dinner; major credit cards accepted.

SAWAYA HONTEN

Located north of Marutamachi, two streets east of Kawabata, a 5-min. walk from Keihan Jingu Marutamachi Stn. or 15 min. by taxi from Kyoto Stn.; Tel: 761-4141; check-in: 16:00; check-out: 10:00; located in the historical, tranquil area of Shogo-in Temple; warm hospitality and good service in a traditional Japanese atmosphere; 2 people: From 9,450 yen/person (from 7,350 yen/person without private bath & toilet); breakfast: 2,100 yen, dinner: 7,350 yen; convenient access to major tourist spots; major credit cards accepted


Hotel


KYOTO HOTEL OKURA
On the northeast corner of Kawaramachi and Oike; Tel : 211-5111; Singles from 21,945 yen; Twins from 31,185 yen (including service); The hotel, with its long and established tradition of serving foreign guests, was rebuilt in 1994; Ideally located for sightseeing and shopping in the city center.

HOTEL GIMMOND
On Oike, west of Takakura; Tel: 221-4111; Singles 9,586 yen and 10,741 yen, twins 16,747 yen and 20,790 yen and 23,100 yen; Situated on Oike, in the city center; Convenient location for transport, shopping, and entertainment.

HOTEL FUJITA KYOTO
At west end of Nijo Bridge; Tel: 222-1511; Singles from 10,395 yen, twins from 16,170 yen, doubles from 26,565 yen (including service); Views of the Kamo River and Mt.Hiei, with both Japanese and Western restaurants.

HOTEL NIKKO PRINCESS KYOTO
Relax and enjoy your stay. Located in the heart of Kyoto City

On Takatsuji, east of Karasuma; Tel: 342-2111; conveniently located in the city center one block from Karasuma St., and relaxing atmosphere; broadband Internet access available in all rooms; enjoy Japanese or Chinese restaurant, café, bar & other facilities (souvenir shop & beauty treatment) ; teppan-yaki grill cuisine and tempura restaurant newly opened recently.


HOTEL HARVEST KYOTO
On the southwest corner of Karasuma/Marutamachi, across from the Old Imperial Palace; Tel: 251-1092; Singles from 10,500 yen, twins from 16,800 yen; The motto of the hotel is "home sweet home"; Relax in comfortable guest rooms; Conveniently located next to Exit #4, Marutamachi subway Stn.; The Old Imperial Palace, downtown Kyoto and Nijo Castle are all within walking distance.

HOTEL ALPHA KYOTO
On Kawaramachi, north of Sanjo; Tel : 241-2000; Fax : 211-0533; Singles from 7,900 yen, twins from 13.100 yen; Conveniently located in the heart of the city.

HEARTON HOTEL KYOTO
On Higashinotoin, north of Oike; Tel: 222-1300; Fax: 222-1313; Singles 11,000 yen, twins from 18,400 yen, doubles from 13,800 yen (including service charge); Located a 2-min walk north-east of Oike subway Stn.; The Hearton Hotel prides itself on its first class service and sophisticated facilities; First-class accommodation at reasonable prices; All rooms have a LAN port for free high-speed internet access (please bring your own laptop); What more could you ask for? AMEX, VISA, DC, MC, DINERS, MASTER.

HOTEL OAKS KYOTO SHIJO
On Shijo, west of Nishinotoin; Tel: 371-0941; Fax:371-4222; surrounded by a lively traditional Kyoto neighborhood, yet only 5-min. from the city's busiest subway and train line, this hotel is convenient for shopping, business and sightseeing (Nijo Castle is just up the street); AND Special prices (about 20% OFF) mean singles are only 7,000 yen (instead of 8,662 yen); standard twin 12,000 yen (instead of 15,015 yen); feel safe and comfortable; let our kind and helpful staff take care of all your needs !

HOTEL MONTEREY KYOTO
Located on the west side of Karasuma, south of Sanjo; a 2-min. walk from subway Karasuma Oike Stn.; Tel: 251-7111; Fax: 251-7112; good location for sightseeing and shopping; check in 14:00, out 11:00; superior single: from 18,000 yen/person; twin: from 28,000 yen for 2; deluxe twin; from 46,000 yen for two; Japanese or western buffet style breakfast: 2,500 yen; exquisite restaurants and cafe.

SUPER HOTEL KYOTO SHIJO KAWARAMACHI
One street north of Shijo, east of Shinkyogoku, on a narrow lane between Shinkyogoku and Kawaramachi; Tel: 255-9000; Fax: 255-9001; this newly opened hotel located in the central downtown area is very convenient for sightseeing, shopping, public transportation; 177 rooms; check-in:15:00; check-out10:00 single (with semi-double bed): 6,480 yen-9,480 yen; double (1 semi-double bed & 1 sofa-bed); 8,480 yen-15,480 yen; free breakfast (freshly baked bread) and natural hot spa; free internet access, PC in the lobby, IP phone calls (3 min.) OK; major credit cards accepted.

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