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Hotel Chourakukan vs Seikoro Inn
Both hotels are highly recommended by experts. On balance, Seikoro Inn ranks slightly higher than Hotel Chorakukan. Seikoro Inn ranks #19 in Kyoto with accolades from 3 sources like Lonely Planet, Frommer's and Oyster.
Hotel Chourakukan
Time Out
Michelin Guide
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."
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Michelin Guide
"There are many sights to see, including the Victorian dining room, rococo style afternoon tea, luxury tea ceremony room and others."
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Seikoro Inn
Frommer's
Oyster
Lonely Planet
467 Nishi Tachibanacho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 605-0907
From $350 /night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
Frommer's
"This ryokan just east of the Kamo River was established in 1831, with the present building dating from a century ago."
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The staff is warm and welcoming and will prepare Western breakfasts on request.
Oyster
4.0
"Outside the city center near the Kamo River, the upscale Seikoro Inn is a "ryokan," a traditional Japanese inn with dedicated in-room service, communal baths, and guidelines."
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Lonely Planet
Top choice
"The Seikōrō is a classic ryokan with a grandly decorated lobby."
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