Rakucho vs The Westin Miyako Kyoto
Rakucho and The Westin Miyako Kyoto are both endorsed by professionals. On balance, The Westin Miyako Kyoto is the choice of most writers compared to Rakucho. The Westin Miyako Kyoto scores 88 with endorsements from 9 reviews like Michelin Guide, concierge.com and Frommer's.
Rakucho
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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The Westin Miyako Kyoto
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1 Awadaguchi Kachocho, Higashiyama-ku, Sanjo Keage, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 605-0052
From $319 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Concierge
"It's still the place to stay if you want to make the right impression on your local business associates or Japanese in-laws."
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For runners, this is a great location; ask for a map of nearby wooded trails.
Fodor's
"At the foot of the mountains, the Westin Miyako feels far from the city while retaining great access to downtown."
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Travel + Leisure
"A 16-acre compound installed on the tree-covered Higashiyama Hills just outside of Kyoto, this historic 1890 hotel has hosted kings, queens, presidents, and celebrities."
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Recharge with a facial or body treatment at Sothys Skin Care Salon on the third floor, or savor Jing tea and truffles at the Mayfair Tea Room.
DK Eyewitness
"An elegant and luxurious hotel, with an annex styled as a Japanese tea room for those wanting ryokan-style accommodation."
Time Out
"The setting can’t be faulted: the 501-room Westin sits against a verdant mountain and boasts gardens by master Jihei Ogawa and his son."
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