Hotel Utano Kyoto Besho  

Just outside Kyoto’s center, a short drive from Kinkaku-ji, Nijo Castle and the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. This 5-star hotel sits near Uzumasa Tenjingawa and the Kyoto International Manga Museum, about 4 km from downtown.

Set around a quiet garden, rooms are modern and practical. Guests get flat-screen TVs, air conditioning, a fridge and some rooms even have terraces. Private bathrooms come with showers and complimentary toiletries. The property has a 24-hour front desk and an elevator for easy access.

Soak in the on-site hot spring bath, wander the garden, or use free private parking. There’s an on-site restaurant and free Wi-Fi throughout. Accessibility is aided by an elevator.

Free Wi-Fi across the property and a 24-hour front desk for flexible check-in and quick needs.

On-site restaurant serves an Asian breakfast each morning. A handy base for grabbing Kyoto flavors nearby after a day of sightseeing.