Detailed review & photos “The Westin Miyako Kyoto”
- What is the appearance of the hotel? Check the entrance and reception
- What is the Luxury Suite like?
- Bathroom
- Closet and Sink
- Minibar and Cafe
- Restaurants and shops in the Hotel
- Facilities in the Hotel
- Hotel Surroundings
- Staff and Guests
- Access
- Summary
Stay nights：1 night
# of people：2 people
The Westin Miyako Kyoto is a long-established luxury hotel located on a hill in Higashiyama, Kyoto. The hotel has a variety of restaurants, gym and a spa, and is undergoing major renewals in 2020, the 130th anniversary of its founding. You can expect an elegant and extraordinary stay in a space with a new and modern design. The Nanzenji Temple and Heian Shrine in the vicinity, and various popular spots in Kyoto such as Kodaiji Temple and Yasaka Shrine are within walking distance.
What is the appearance of the hotel? Check the entrance and reception
The hotel is located on a hill and has a large number of guest rooms and a chapel.
There was a carport at the entrance.
Main entrance
The lobby was very spacious.
The front desk was located on the left to the entrance.
Font desk
The center of the lobby is decorated with gorgeous fresh flowers sofas.
The ceiling of the atrium has a beautiful glass decoration.
The lobby seen from the 2nd floor.
Lobby floor elevator hall.
Guest room floor elevator hall.
Guest room entrance hall.
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What is the Luxury Suite like?
Guest room entrance door.
There was a walk-in closet on the right and a toilet on the left.
The room had a calm and chic design, and it was a spacious and open space with bright sunlight from the windows during the day. The room is divided into a living room, bedroom and a bathroom, each with a stylish interior layout.
There was a long sofa and a round table where you can sit comfortably.
A 55 inch TV.
The bedroom was at the back of the living room.
There was a door dividing the bedroom an living room.
The bed was king size and spacious with an ottoman at the foot of the bed. The mattress was soft and fluffy, and it was comfortable to sleep on. There were 4 fluffy pillows.
There was a light switch, outlet and a USB port on the headboard. There was also an alarm clock, extension, room menu and more on the bedside table. There was also a lavender scented pillow mist.
There was also a light switch, outlet and a USB port on the other side of the bed.
Humidifier
There was a cozy space with a sofa by the window.
There was a refrigerator next to the sofa.
The living room seen from the bedroom.
You can enjoy a relaxing bathtub with the windows open.
The bathroom window when opened.
Since the hotel is located on a hill, the view from the window was nice, and I could see the beautiful view of Kyoto cityscape and mountains.
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Superior Double, Guest room, 1 King or 1 Queen, Garden view This double room has air conditioning. | Check details » |
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Luxury Suite King This double room has air conditioning, bathrobe and seating area. | Check details » |
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Bathroom
The bathroom, sink and toilet were separated.
There was a double sink.
This suite was equipped with a Sotis’ basic cosmetics set such as a cosmetic soap, cleansing milk, lotion, cream, mask and body lotion.
Amenities included a toothbrush, mouthwash, vanity kit, hairbrush, razor, body towel, Westin Hotel shampoo, conditioner, body soap and body lotion.
Hair dryer is the high-end model 4D Plus of the repronizer, which has a very good usability, a smooth finish, and excellent hair styling.
Scale
A toilet with a washlet function.
There was a closet with bathrobes hanging.
The bedroom seen from the sink.
The door between the bedroom and bathroom.
There was a very spacious bathroom.
The bathtub was big enough for two people to fit in.
There are two types of showers; a removable hand shower and an overhead shower.
Overhead shower
Sotis shampoo, conditioner and shower gel.
There was a window in the bathroom.
There was another toilet next to the entrance.
A toilet with a washlet function.
There was a sink next to the toilet.
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Closet and Sink
There was a walk-in closet at the entrance.
There was bathrobe hanging in the closet.
Baggage rack, slippers, iron and an ironing board.
Chest
Pajamas in the drawer.
Safe
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Minibar and Cafe
This is the cafe corner.
Free mineral water, tea bags, coffee capsules, teacups and tea pot, electric kettle, iris Italian espresso machine.
One of the drawers was a refrigerator, and champagne and wine were prepared as a minibar.
There was also beer, mineral water, juice and snacks.
Cups, coasters, muddlers, etc. were stored in a drawer.
Win and wine glasses.
Coffee cups.
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Restaurants and shops in the Hotel
2nd floor tea lounge “MAY FAIR.”
The interior of the store is chic and cozy, and it is open and spacious because it is located on the second floor of the atrium lobby.
The club lounge was closed on the day I stayed, and instead, food presentations were available at each hotel restaurant depending on the time of day. The tea time from 11:00 to 17:30 was MAY FAIR, and I had a drink with some sweets.
The evening cocktail time from 17:30 to 19:30 was also MAYFAIR, and I had snacks with such a set.
Dessert
For bar time from 19:30 to 20:30 and tea time from 20:30 to 22:00, the bar “Foot” on the 3rd floor was available.
There was a French restaurant called the “Dominique Bouchet Restaurant” and a teppanyaki “Dominique Bouchet Teppan Yaki.”
I had breakfast at the all-day dining “Rakuku” on the 2nd floor.
Breakfast was served as a Japanese meal and Western food was buffet style.
You can order freshly cooked eggs.
Bread corner
Freshly squeezed juice.
Breakfast
Japanese dishes are provided as a set.
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Deluxe Garden View King This double room has a electric kettle, seating area and tea/coffee maker. | Check details » |
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Deluxe Garden View Twin This twin room features air conditioning, tea/coffee maker and minibar. | Check details » |
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Superior Double, Guest room, 1 King or 1 Queen, Garden view This double room has air conditioning. | Check details » |
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Superior Twin, Guest room, Twin/Single Bed(s), Garden view This double room features air conditioning. | Check details » |
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Luxury Suite King This double room has air conditioning, bathrobe and seating area. | Check details » |
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Facilities in the Hotel
There was a spacious gym.
There was a pool in the gym as well.
At The Westin Miyako Kyoto, you can receive treatments that combine authentic beauty treatments with acupuncture and head spa.
The convenience store and gift shop on the first basement floor of the hotel is currently under renovation (November 2020) and is closed.
Japanese garden.
Kasuien-style annex “Kasuien.”
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Hotel Surroundings
From the hotel, various popular spots such as temples and shrines in Kyoto and scenic spots are within walking distance, and it was a place where you can enjoy sightseeing while taking a walk. Although it was a quiet location, there are many restaurants in the area, and there are convenience stores if you walk a little. The subway station is also nearby, so it’s a convenient location where you won’t have trouble finding a place to eat.
Scenic spot “Maruyama Park.”
Former Entoku-In Garden
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Staff and Guests
The staff was polite and pleasant to interact with. I had the impression that many of the guests staying were elderly couples, but I think there were a wide range of people, including families and those staying alone.
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Access
It is about a 2-minute walk from Keage Station on the Tozai Subway Line. There is also a free shuttle bus that connects Kyoto Station and the hotel, and it seems that it operates regularly from the Hachijo exit of Kyoto Station. It is about 20 to 25 minutes by car from Kyoto Station. There are many sightseeing spots nearby, so I think it is easy to access as a base for sightseeing.
Yasaka Street
Popular Room Types
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Deluxe Garden View King This double room has a electric kettle, seating area and tea/coffee maker. | Check details » |
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Deluxe Garden View Twin This twin room features air conditioning, tea/coffee maker and minibar. | Check details » |
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Superior Double, Guest room, 1 King or 1 Queen, Garden view This double room has air conditioning. | Check details » |
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Superior Twin, Guest room, Twin/Single Bed(s), Garden view This double room features air conditioning. | Check details » |
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Luxury Suite King This double room has air conditioning, bathrobe and seating area. | Check details » |
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Summary
I had a nice stay at “The Westin Miyako Kyoto”. Although it is a long-established hotel, the interior of the hotel, which has been renewed in recent years, is beautiful and has a modern design that does not feel old-fashioned. The rooms were clean and easy to use, and I was able to stay comfortably with new outlets and new construction. Above all, the location of the hotel is good, and popular spots such as Nanzenji Temple, Heian Shrine, and Yasaka Shrine are within walking distance, and I enjoyed walking around. You can enjoy Kyoto-like spots nearby, and spend a luxurious time relaxing in a modern and cozy hotel. It is a nice hotel that I would like to stay here again if I have the opportunity to.
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Popular Room Types
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Deluxe Garden View King This double room has a electric kettle, seating area and tea/coffee maker. | Check details » |
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Deluxe Garden View Twin This twin room features air conditioning, tea/coffee maker and minibar. | Check details » |
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Superior Double, Guest room, 1 King or 1 Queen, Garden view This double room has air conditioning. | Check details » |
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Superior Twin, Guest room, Twin/Single Bed(s), Garden view This double room features air conditioning. | Check details » |
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Luxury Suite King This double room has air conditioning, bathrobe and seating area. | Check details » |
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