Washington R&B Hotel Kyoto Shijokawaramachi

For a city like Kyoto where every inch of land is precious, this hotel offers incredibly good value for money. The rooms are clean, the location is convenient, and the service is attentive. I would definitely choose to stay here again on my next visit to Kyoto.

This hotel is a 5-minute walk from Shijo Kawaramachi Station. Kyoto isn't very big, and in this weather, you can walk to Kiyomizu-dera, the Gion area, stroll along the river, and even reach the **** area all on foot. On the first day, I took public transport everywhere, only to realize later how close everything actually was. The room is small but clean. It's right on a main road, so there's some motorcycle noise, but it didn't bother my sleep much. For consecutive stays, you can put a sticker on your door if you don't want housekeeping; just leave your trash and old towels outside, and fresh ones will be hung on your door. Breakfast includes four types of bread, onsen tamago (hot spring egg), coffee, yogurt, milk, and mashed potatoes for 40 yuan, which I found very satisfying. Consumables are available for self-service by the elevator. On check-in and check-out days, you can use your Suica card to lock your luggage, which is right in front of the front desk. There are many restaurants in the alley between the hotel and the Kamo River worth trying.

This hotel provided everything I needed for my trip. The location is excellent, with convenient transportation and shopping options. What I particularly loved was being close to the Kamo River, perfect for a morning or evening stroll – it felt wonderful. As for breakfast, it was nutritious enough.

While the hotel may have fewer rooms, it's fully equipped with all the necessary amenities and every item you might need. The buffet breakfast is generous, and I particularly enjoyed their boiled eggs – they were delicious and didn't have any unpleasant eggy smell. Among chain hotels, this one's breakfast is definitely a highlight and perfectly suits my preferences!