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Hotel Monterey Kyoto vs Tawaraya Ryokan
Both hotels are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Tawaraya Ryokan is the choice of most writers compared to Hotel Monterey Kyoto. Tawaraya Ryokan is ranked #7 in Kyoto with accolades from 6 publications such as Lonely Planet, Hideaway Report and Fodor's.
Hotel Monterey Kyoto
Travel + Leisure
Time Out
Oyster
Gayot
Michelin Guide
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604 Manjuyacho, Karasumadori 3jo kudaru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 604-8161
From $78 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Travel + Leisure
"This centrally located 327-room value hotel has spotless accommodations near shop-filled Sanjo-dori."
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Time Out
"The lobby of black marble and mirrors, crystal chandelier, and Renoir and Hendricks originals looks more like the entrance to a Bubble-era nightclub than a hotel."
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Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The centrally located, upper-middle-range Hotel Monterey Kyoto combines elements of Kyoto style with the tradition of Great Britain, Edinburgh in particular."
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Gayot
"Travelers watching their wallets appreciate the eclectic style and thoughtful extras at this reasonably priced hotel."
Michelin Guide
"This hotel was inspired by the historic city of Edinburgh, the city twinned with Kyoto."
Tawaraya Ryokan
Frommer's
Concierge
Star Service
Hideaway Report
Fodor's
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278 Nakahakusancho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 604-8094
From $0 /night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Air Conditioning
- Breakfast included
Frommer's
"With refined taste reigning supreme, each room is different and exquisitely appointed."
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Concierge
"A favorite of heads of state, movie stars, and obsessive Japanophiles... devastatingly expensive."
Star Service
"Located east of the Oike subway station, this expensive hostelry numbers among the most famous ryokan in Japan, along with Hiiragiya across the street."
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The hotel rarely responds to special requests in advance.
Hideaway Report
96.0
"Celebrated ryokan in the center of the city, owned by the same family for nearly 300 years. Stepping inside feels like a form of time travel."
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Fodor's
"The hotel is known not only for its hospitality, but also for the sumptuous but subdued decor, impeccable service, and splendid gardens."
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