MITSUI GARDEN HOTEL KYOTO SHINMACHI BETTEI, Kyoto – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms with Modern Comfort
The hotel offers 129 air-conditioned rooms with Serta beds, flat-screen TVs with VOD channels, refrigerators, and free WiFi. Bathrooms include toilets with electronic bidets, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Rooms feature light wood veneer furniture and subtly patterned brown carpets. Some rooms have 2 single beds placed side by side to form a double bed. Windows are opaque and do not open.
Japanese Dining Experience
The on-site restaurant IZAMA serves Japanese breakfast, lunch, and dinner (Friday through Sunday only). Dinner requires 2-day advance reservation and features shabu-shabu with pork or beef options. Meals incorporate local Kyoto vegetables. The space has Japanese-inspired minimalist decor with light-wood tables, curtained room dividers, and round bulb lights hanging from black walls.
Bath Facilities & Services
The hotel provides a large public bath open from 3:00 PM to 9:00 AM. Services include a 24-hour front desk, complimentary wired Internet access, dry cleaning, and laundry services. Massage services are currently suspended. The property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities.
Central Kyoto Location
Located in the heart of Kyoto, the hotel is a 15-minute walk from Nijo Castle and 5-minute drive from Kyoto Imperial Palace. It's 10 minutes on foot from Karasuma Gojo Station and Shijo area. Nearby landmarks include Mikane Shrine (0.5 km) and Kyoto International Manga Museum (0.5 km). Itami Airport is 50 km away, reachable by train in 75 minutes.
Practical Hotel Information
The hotel occupies a historic former textile factory and features a garden. Room amenities include electric kettles with green tea bags, safes, and pajamas. Best rates are available through the official website or by calling the hotel directly. Kyoto accommodation tax (200-1,000 yen per person per night) is collected at check-in or check-out.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Shops/Commercial services
Dining
- Restaurant
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Public Bath
Room features
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
The hotel is best for those embrace traditional settings but cramped spaces with comfy beds, and helpful service. The quiet residential neighborhood provides easy access to Nishiki market and local eateries, making it an authentic stay. Dining options are not included, but you can enjoy homemade pastries. The traditional feel of the rooms adds an authentic touch to the stay.
My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms lacked windows and space, with a higher charge for no additional room for suitcases or clothes, but they did have tasteful interiors. The service was decent with two helpers available; however, they wouldn't assist in booking restaurants early or on the day of check-out. The hotel's location in the old city center was charming, but there were limited dining options and no included meals. Overall, a decent stay with some room for improvement.
This hotel offers rooms with tasteful interiors by Japan standards, boasting foster windows that add to the traditional feel. The service, while not helping book any restaurant before check-in or on the day of check-out, was provided by two helpers. I found the location to be very quiet in an inner neighborhood area, close to a subway station and within walking distance of small restaurants near the Nishiki Market. The dining did not include meals but was complemented by American pancakes. The overall facilities were satisfactory.
This hotel is located in a quiet residential neighborhood with small restaurants at a walking distance from Nishiki market. The rooms are clean and comfortable, but if you want them with made-up beds, there's an additional charge, and it doesn't offer extra space. The service is efficient with two helpers available, yet they won't help to book any restaurant before checking in or on the day of the check-out. The location is perfect for exploring Kyoto's main attractions on foot. The dining options include regional products. Overall, a pleasant stay with some room for improvement.
I had a mixed experience with this hotel. The rooms were small without a window but had comfy beds. However, the charge for a made-up bed without additional space was a downside. On the bright side, the bed itself was very comfortable.
The hotel is situated in a quiet neighborhood close to a subway station, making it convenient for exploring Kyoto. The rooms lack windows and space for luggage but do come at a higher charge by local standards. The service is efficient but doesn't assist with booking restaurants in advance. Dining is not included, but fresh ingredients are used. Overall, a decent option for a modest stay with some limitations to consider.
