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Rakucho vs Capsule Ryokan Kyoto
Both properties are endorsed by travel writers. On balance, Capsule Ryokan Kyoto ranks significantly higher than Rakucho. Capsule Ryokan Kyoto comes in at 74 with accolades from 3 reviewers including Lonely Planet, Frommer's and Fodor's.
Rakucho
Frommer's
455 Nishinotoin-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 600-8327
From $24 /night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Restaurant
- Meeting Rooms
- Air Conditioning
- Baggage storage
Frommer's
"All but one of the spotless tatami rooms, decorated with such traditional touches as scrolls, have views of a small peaceful garden."
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Capsule Ryokan Kyoto
Lonely Planet
Fodor's
Frommer's
204 Tsuchihashicho, Shichijo-dori, Aburano-koji, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 600-8226
From $49 /night
- Free Internet
- Laundy Room
- Multilingual
- Business Center
- Air Conditioning
- Flatscreen TV
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This unique new accommodation offers ryokan-style capsules (meaning tatami mats inside the capsules), as well as comfortable, cleverly designed private rooms."
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Fodor's
"Arranged like bunk beds, the capsules can be three-high. Each unit contains a TV, an air-ventilation unit, lights, and an alarm."
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Frommer's
"In any case, all three facilities ensure guests get the most out of their stay by providing sightseeing and dining recommendations, maps showing locations of nearby restaurants, and supermarkets."
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