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Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo vs Seikoro Inn

New Miyako Hotel and Seikoro Inn are both highly recommended by travel writers. Overall, New Miyako Hotel is the choice of most writers compared to Seikoro Inn. New Miyako Hotel ranks #14 in Kyoto with praise from 5 reviews including Frommer's, Fodor's and Star Service.

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
7 / 10
17 Nishi Kujoin-machi, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 601-8412
From $81 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's Frommer's
"Sister hotel to the famous Westin Miyako in eastern Kyoto, this is a popular choice near Kyoto Station due to its location near the terminus of both the Shinkansen and Kintetsu trains." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"This gleaming white edifice with two protruding wings looks like it would be at home in any American city." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Located 200 meters southwest of Kyoto Station's Hachijo exit, this property is a utilitarian powerhouse compared to its upscale sister, the incomparable Westin Miyako." Full review
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Many staffmembers here speak limited English, and special requests can often fall by the wayside.
Oyster Oyster
3.0
"New Miyako Hotel is a large, upper-middle-range property with close to a thousand rooms in a convenient location next to Kyoto station." Full review
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 The interior of the hotel have a distinct corporate chain vibe, but rooms are spacious, with flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. Train noise can be a problem in some rooms -- and light sleepers might want to choose rooms facing the courtyard, which are quieter.
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"The decor differs floor to floor, but comes with a modern sensibility." Full review
Seikoro Inn
Seikoro Inn
7 / 10
467 Nishi Tachibanacho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 605-0907
From $350 /night
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
  • Free Parking
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Frommer's Frommer's
"This ryokan just east of the Kamo River was established in 1831, with the present building dating from a century ago." Full review
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The staff is warm and welcoming and will prepare Western breakfasts on request.
Oyster 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." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top choice
"The Seikōrō is a classic ryokan with a grandly decorated lobby." Full review