Hotel ChourakukanvsPalace Side Hotel
Palace Side Hotel and Hotel Chorakukan are both rated highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Palace Side Hotel scores marginally higher than Hotel Chorakukan. Palace Side Hotel is ranked #31 in Kyoto with endorsements from 3 sources including Fodor's, Lonely Planet and Frommer's.
Hotel Chourakukan
604 Maruyamacho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 605-0071
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
Time Out
"Sumptuous furnishings include a real log fire, a wood and brick interior, and jacuzzi baths with views of Maruyama Park. The Chourakukan lies somewhere between a boutique hotel and a rental apartment." Full review
Michelin Guide
"There are many sights to see, including the Victorian dining room, rococo style afternoon tea, luxury tea ceremony room and others." Full review
Palace Side Hotel
380 Oukakuencho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 602-8011
From $85/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Fodor's
"A great option for travelers on a budget, this hotel has a good location, convenient access to public transportation, and a helpful multilingual concierge." Full review
Frommer's
"Located just west of the Imperial Palace...offering bare-boned small rooms (all nonsmoking) with the basics of fridge, desks too small for any serious work, free Internet connections" Full review