Expensive and not worth the price. Ugly decor (the common area has a 60's feel to it but not in a hip or retro way), and bad breakfast. It is a tired -tired-very tired hotel that is in desperate need of love and money. The executive lounge, had truly one of the most skimpy breakfast and afternoon "spreads" ever encountered.... More

When you picture the ancient city of Kyoto, the massive Westin Miyako is not what comes to mind. One advantage to the size thought is the shuttle from the train, which makes things a bit easier. However, we probably would have rather paid the $5 for the two of us to take the train than $5 per gym use. We... More

We recently stayed at the Westin Hotel Kyoto. The rooms are much larger than the newer hotels in Kyoto. They were nicely appointed and quite comfortable. The service at the hotel is very good. We were assisted by the Concierge multiple times and her recommendations were excellent. The only drawback for some would be the location. It is closer to... More

This hotel is quite far from city centre and most attractions. There is however a shuttle bus available if you need to get to gion or the train station. JR railway is about a 1800yen taxi. Gion about 800yen. The hotel has minimal restaurants around it and therefore takes the opportunity to gouge as much as it can with its... More

Hotel is located within steps of a subway station and a 15 minute walk from many bus stops; the hotel also operates a shuttle from the train station. Very close to the Geisha district - can take nice walks from the hotel in the evening. Unlike at the other Westin and HIlton Hotels I stayed at in Asia, as a... More

1. The hotel upgrade my regular room to a suite during sakura blooming season. They don't need to do so since the hotel is fully booked. My family is so appreciate for this. from my room, there are so many sukura......... and we can hear bell from the temple...... 2. the location is perfect. walking distance to several tour sight.... More

and it shows. when arriving from e.g swissotel osaka or marriott nagoya associa the westin kyoto is a disappointment. it may have seen many kings, queens and celebrities over the years but that was then. one can see plenty of fotos of those guests on the walls of the coffee shop next to the concierge desk. furthermore I'd say the... More

I have some to the conclusion that I hate large hotels such as this. The service was less than personal. The Club level was average and the restaurants were just average, although expensive. Rooms were very expensive for what you get. Location was poor. Too out of the way! The breakfast buffet was ridiculous - swarms of people and I... More

This was my second stay at this hotel in less than a year. They seem to have to have lost a step. Last year when I checked in they told me about a great deal where I could use points for their breakfast or dinner buffet. This year I had to ask if the deal was still available. Last year... More