Kyoto Garden Palace, Kyoto ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2026

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About the Hotel

605 Karasuma-Dori Shimochojamachi-Agaru, Tatsumae-, Kyoto, Japan, Kamigyo-Ku, Kyoto, 602-0912

Close to Kyoto Imperial Palace

Very good

7.9

9.1

/10

4.4

Loved by Kyoto Garden Palace guests

Friendly staff
Excellent location
Clean rooms
Japanese breakfast
Beautiful garden views

"Great room with view on Imperial garden entrance."

Mariusz from Poland

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"Hotel restaurant overlooks a beautiful Japanese garden."

Sharon from United States

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"It's across the street from the imperial Palace so that was quite nice"

Ernest from United States

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Location

Kyoto Garden Palace is positioned along Karasuma Street, which serves as a base for sightseeing in central Kyoto. The hotel offers convenient access to attractions like the Imperial Palace and the serene gardens surrounding Hamaguri Gomon Gate. Its location provides a peaceful respite with a cooler climate, often reported to be 10°C lower than central Kyoto.

Accommodations

The hotel has 99 guestrooms designed for a warm and personal atmosphere. Each room is furnished with a world-class Simmons bed that enhances sleep quality. Guests can enjoy tranquil garden and pond views from the comfort of their rooms.

Dining Options

The on-site Restaurant Brillante serves a diverse menu featuring both Japanese and Western cuisines. Guests can enjoy lunch or dinner while overlooking beautiful garden vistas. Seasonal dining choices allow guests to experience Kyoto's culinary heritage year-round.

Event Facilities

The hotel offers comprehensive event spaces suitable for weddings, meetings, and banquets. With a variety of room sizes, it can accommodate gatherings from intimate celebrations to larger functions. Experience well-curated banquet plans that incorporate seasonal ingredients from Kyoto.

Wellness and Beauty Services

Kyoto Garden Palace includes a beauty room providing services such as haircuts, manicures, and head spas. The hotel emphasizes enhancing guests' overall wellness. This facility supports both relaxation and beautification for guests during their stay.

Highlights

Location: base for sightseeing in central Kyoto .

Accommodations: 99 guestrooms with Simmons beds .

Dining: Restaurant Brillante with garden views .

Event Facilities: comprehensive spaces for weddings and meetings .

Wellness: beauty room with various services .

“In my opinion, this is a solid choice, especially for visitors who appreciate being near the Imperial Palace Gardens. The dedicated staff and the option of Japanese or Western breakfast add value. I think its meeting facilities and garden views make it suitable for both leisure and business travelers.”

James DavidEditor-in-Chief at Tohotel

Location: Great

8.0/10Review score

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Highlights from guests

DiningGarden View Bites

The breakfast offers both Japanese and Western options. There is also a restaurant with garden views and a separate coffee shop.

Kenji from Japan

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Guest ParkingEasy Access

Parking is available making it easy to explore nearby attractions by car. You can leave your car safely while you explore.

Ingrid from Sweden

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BedroomSpacious Comfort

The bedroom was very good size and did not feel cramped. There was also a closet to store your clothes.

Rajesh from India

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Kyoto Garden Palace offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Small Double Room Non-Smoking

2 persons

175 sq. feet

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Double Room Non-Smoking

2 persons

230 sq. feet

1 Double bed

Shower

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Standard Single Room Non-Smoking

2 persons

175 sq. feet

1 Single bed

Shower

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Standard Twin Room Non-Smoking

2 persons

250 sq. feet

2 Single beds

Shower

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Facilities

Kyoto Garden Palace offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Facilities: Very good

7.9/10Review score

General

Non-smoking rooms
Internet access
On-site car park
Handicap parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Luggage storage
Lift
Vending machines
Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

Restaurant

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Back massage
Full body massage
Foot massage

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Trouser press

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Dining Onsite

Indulge in a culinary journey at Kyoto Garden Palace, where a delightful fusion of French, Italian, and traditional Japanese cuisines awaits. Enjoy the warmth of authentic ambiance and the artistry of diverse flavors throughout the day in inviting spaces that cater to every dining need.

ブリランテ

French and Italian

Ambiance

Modern and stylish

Key Offerings

Highlights include a range of cooked-to-order breakfasts, delectable lunch options, and evening meals served in an elegant setting. Perfect for both casual dining and special occasions.

Reservation

Not needed

Open daily from 07:00 AM to 09:00 PM

花ごよみ

Traditional Japanese

Ambiance

Authentic and serene

Key Offerings

Offering a selection of traditional Japanese dishes for lunch and dinner, this venue showcases the artistry of local flavors and seasonal ingredients within a tranquil setting.

Reservation

Recommended

Open for lunch and dinner

Kyoto Garden Palace Location

605 Karasuma-Dori Shimochojamachi-Agaru, Tatsumae-, Kyoto, Japan, Kamigyo-Ku, Kyoto, 602-0912

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605 Karasuma-Dori Shimochojamachi-Agaru, Tatsumae-, Kyoto, Japan, Kamigyo-Ku, Kyoto, 602-0912

City landmarks

Castle

Nijo Castle

1.4 mi

Pagoda

Kinkaku-ji

2.0 mi

Landmark

Shimogamo-jinga Shrine

1.3 mi

Landmark

Nishiki Market Shopping District

1.3 mi

Museum

Kyoto International Manga Museum

5100 ft

Landmark

Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine

3.9 mi

Landmark

Yasaka Shrine

1.7 mi

Landmark

Heian Shrine

1.4 mi

Landmark

Kitano Tenmangu Shrine

1.5 mi

Landmark

Mikane Shrine

5100 ft

Pagoda

Shokoku-ji

2900 ft

Pagoda

Nanzen-ji

2.1 mi

Pagoda

Chion-in

1.8 mi

University

Doshisha University

2900 ft

Landmark

Seimei Shrine

5100 ft

Landmark

Nashinoki Shrine

2400 ft

Pagoda

Kennin-ji

1.7 mi

Landmark

Ichijo Modoribashi

2500 ft

Landmark

Kongo Nogakudo

2900 ft

Landmark

Murasaki Shikibu Kahi

2800 ft

Pagoda

Rozanji Temple

4500 ft

Landmark

Kyoto Gyoen National Garden

2900 ft

Nearby

Palace

Kyoto Imperial Palace

1500 ft

385 Okakuencho

Goou Jinja Shinto Shrine

1500 ft

Hamaguri-gomon Gate

1500 ft

Shimodachiuridori Shinmachi Nishiiru

Kyoto Prefectural Office Former Building

1500 ft

Church

The Anglican-Episcopal Church of Japan St Agnes' Episcopal Church

1500 ft

292 Nakanocho

Sawai Shoyu Honten

1500 ft

Karasuama Shimodachiuri NishiiriKamigyo-ku

Arisugawa Nomiya Former Residence

1500 ft

3 Kyotogyoen

Nakayamatei Ato

1500 ft

Restaurants

Sakaba Ikuramokuzai

1400 ft

77-1 Yabunouchicho

Time Dou

1800 ft

426-2 Kasugacho

McDonald's Karasuma Marutamachi

2100 ft

435 Kasugacho

Matsuya, Imadegawa

2200 ft

332 Imadegawacho Imadegawadori Muromachi Higashiiru

Fuyoen

2400 ft

211 Imadegawadori Teramachi Nishihairu Oharaguchicho

Sukiiya Karasuma Marutamachi

2200 ft

201 Okuracho Karasuma Marutamachi Sagaru

Horin Marutamachi

2300 ft

22 Okuracho

Gust Kyoto Marutamachi

2200 ft

203 Karasumadori Takeyacho Agaru Okuracho ,Nakagyo-ku 2f

Nakanoya Ramen The Jiro Imadegawa

2600 ft

390-4 Kitakoji Muromachi

Konjiki

2400 ft

319-4 Imadegawacho

Creme de la Creme

2600 ft

225 Shoshoicho

Explore Kyoto

Explore Kyoto: Activities and Dining

Kyoto Imperial Palace

6 minutes' walk

Historic site featuring beautiful gardens and traditional architecture. A must-visit for its rich history and serene atmosphere.

Nishiki Market Shopping District

25 minutes' walk

Famous food market showcasing local delicacies, fresh produce, and traditional crafts. A vibrant cultural experience.

Kinkaku-ji

35 minutes walking

Stunning Zen Buddhist temple adorned in gold leaf surrounded by picturesque gardens. Iconic and tranquil setting.

Heian Shrine

25 minutes' walk

Offers gorgeous gardens and traditional architecture, perfect for a relaxing stroll. Notable for its impressive torii gate.

Biking around Kyoto

5 minutes' drive

Rental bikes available nearby for easy exploration of city's scenic routes and historical sites. Ideal for thrill-seekers.

Zen Meditation Experience

10 minutes' walk

Attend a guided meditation session at a local temple. Calming experience perfect for relaxation and mindfulness.

Sakaba Ikuramokuzai

5 minutes' walk

Cozy izakaya with a Japanese-style menu focusing on fresh ingredients. Known for its seasonal dishes and warm atmosphere.

Time Dou

7 minutes' walk

Sushi bar offering a modern twist on traditional Japanese cuisine. Reservations recommended for a guaranteed table.

Fuyoen

9 minutes' walk

Charming cafe known for its matcha desserts and artisan teas. A delightful spot for coffee lovers and tea enthusiasts.

Kyoto International Manga Museum

19 minutes walking

A lively hub for manga lovers featuring thousands of open-access manga to read. Hosts various events and exhibitions.

Shokoji Temple Concerts

25 minutes' walk

Offers live music events in a serene temple setting. Great for families and couples looking for unique entertainment.

Getting around

City Centre

Kyoto18 min · 5000 ft

Airports

Osaka International Airport (ITM)76 min · 31.3 mi

Kobe Airport (UKB)122 min · 50.2 mi

Train

Demachiyanagi Station18 min · 5000 ft

Sanjo Station24 min · 1.2 mi

Underground

Marutamachi10 min · 2700 ft

Imadegawa10 min · 2700 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:59

Check-out

until 11 am

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site at JPY 1800 per day.

Internet

High-speed internet access is available in the hotel rooms for free.

Breakfast

The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of JPY2,000 per person per day.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Number of rooms:

150

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Kyoto Garden Palace from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 473 verified reviews

8.2/10

Great

85%

Recommend

Breakfast

7.7/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Comfort

8.4/10

Facilities

7.9/10

Free Wi-Fi

9.5/10

Location

8.0/10

Paid Wi-Fi

6.6/10

Staff

8.5/10

Value for money

7.8/10

Pros

Friendly staff

Comfortable bed

Clean rooms

Cons

No bar

Difficult lighting

Uncontrollable AC

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Questions of the users

About Kyoto Garden Palace

What is the estimated cost for a taxi ride from Kyoto Station to the hotel?

5 November 2024

The taxi fare is approximately 1800 yen from Kyoto Station to the hotel.

As a solo traveler, which room type offers a view of the Imperial Park?

12 May 2025

To enjoy views of the Kyoto Imperial Palace, the Standard Twin Room is the recommended option.

What are the best public transport options to reach the hotel by subway and bus?

28 December 2024

To reach the hotel from Kyoto Station, take the Karasuma Subway Line to Marutamachi Station (4 stops), then it's about a 10-minute walk from Exit 2. Alternatively, you can take Bus No. 9 to Horikawa Shimochoja-machi bus stop, which is also a short walk away.

Is there an infant cot available for my 2-year-old child during my stay?

16 October 2024

There are no infant cots available at the hotel. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.

Do you offer connecting rooms for families traveling together?

22 March 2025

Unfortunately, connecting rooms are not available.

Can you provide information regarding additional person charges if I want to modify my booking?

9 January 2025

The cost for additional guests varies depending on the room type (Double, Twin, Triple, etc.). Please contact for specific details related to the number of changes.

What should I do if there are no onsite parking spaces available, are there alternatives nearby?

30 April 2025

If onsite parking is full, it is recommended to use the Car Park in Kyoto-Gyoen, which is a 3-5 minute walk to the hotel. Please note that parking fees are not covered by the hotel.

Are there any seasonal special accommodation deals available for my upcoming visit?

18 July 2025

Yes, there are seasonal accommodations available, including summer exclusive plans featuring local cuisine and experiences.

How is breakfast served at the hotel?

17 August 2024

Breakfast is available as a set menu, offering both Japanese and Western options, and is served directly at your table, providing a relaxing start to your day.

Are there options for vegetarian or allergy-friendly meals in the restaurant?

2 November 2024

The restaurant can accommodate special dietary needs, including vegetarian options and allergy-specific meals, upon request.