Nazuna Kyoto Nijo-jo  

Tucked in the heart of Kyoto, a short walk from Nijo Castle and minutes from Kyoto Imperial Palace. Steps from Nishiki Market, Kawaramachi Street and the Kyoto International Manga Museum, this boutique ryokan-style guesthouse puts you in the city's best neighborhood.

Only five individually decorated rooms give this place an intimate, design-forward vibe. Each room has an outdoor private spa tub, pillowtop beds with down comforters, and bathrooms with deep soaking tubs plus rainfall showerheads. Rooms are air-conditioned and include fridges and flat-screen TVs, with daily housekeeping and complimentary bottled water.

Enjoy a terrace and garden with stunning views, a friendly bar/lounge and a restaurant on site. Complimentary Wi‑Fi, 24-hour room service, a massage room and a tour assistance desk make stays easy. Concierge, laundry and a 24-hour front desk keep things smooth — wake up to garden views and slip into your private outdoor spa tub.

Complimentary wireless internet throughout the property, a 24-hour front desk, dry cleaning/laundry services and multilingual staff help business and leisure travelers stay connected and on schedule.

Start the day with a Japanese breakfast (available daily for a fee) and savor local Kyoto flavors at the on-site restaurant. A bar/lounge and 24-hour room service keep drinks and snacks close whenever you want them.