Hotel Kanra, Kyoto

Hotel Kanra, Kyoto Overview

This chic downtown boutique hotel is close to Kyoto Station, just over 10 minutes away on foot, making it easy to explore other districts. The property also offers electric bicycles for rent. It combines modern flare with traditional architecture, including ryokan elements. All rooms have tatami (woven straw) floors, sliding paper screens, deep soaking cypress tubs, traditional Kyoto Kiyomizu-Yaki ceramics and a Japanese-style seating area along with modern comforts like flat-screen TVs. Choose an upgraded suite and you’ll get an open-air stone bath and a tearoom. Two-story suites include garden courtyards or terraces. The aromas in the lobby change with the seasons, such as mint when the weather is warm and citrus when it’s cool. For breakfast, enjoy Japanese-style and Western set menus, while the on-site café serves dishes featuring local seasonal ingredients. Italian and Teppanyaki cuisine is available too. Exceptional service is provided, with staff going out of their way to ensure satisfaction.