Candeo Hotels Kyoto Karasuma Rokkaku

We stayed at the Candeo in Tokyo's SHimbashi area before we came to Kyoto and loved our stay so we kinda knew it would also be as awesome but we weren't prepared for how much better it was in Kyoto! The hotel's design and lay out is a chic blend of traditional Japanese Ryokan upon entry and flows out into a gorgeously designed courtyard that leads to the elevators to a modern building where the rooms are housed. It is located on a quiet side street about a 10 minute subway ride from Kyoto Station and about a 7 minute walk from Karasuma Oike station, the local subway stop. It is also a 5 minute walk to the local bustling market Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping street and about a 15-20 min walk to Kamu river and the Geisha/Gion district. Our room was another twin on the 6th floor and was even more prettier than the Tokyo location. It was wide and spacious with Japanese blinds, spotlessly cleaned and the shower and toilet are in separate rooms which is a total plus for travelling with friends as you don't have to wait to use the amenities. The women's onsen was on the 2nd floor and just as clean and peaceful as the Tokyo location. The staff are a blend of Japanese and international folks and were super helpful and friendly our whole stay. Big thank you to the wonderful front staff lady who helped me figure out the washing machine situation! We loved Kyoto for it's serene, traditionally oriented and natural settings and Candeo's design and hospitality truly reflected the city. Looking forward to coming back.

The hotel had a beautiful aesthetic that was both mid-century modern with an older Kyoto style - but all the conveniences and luxury of a four star hotel. The breakfast was an exceptional bento box offering - with a large rang, including many vegetarian items (Japanese version).

We really liked this hotel! And also the city of Kyoto. The hotel is well located. Just walk around the area and let yourself be surprised by the many little bars/ restaurants around it. The bath was good and not too crowded every time we used it. It’s open until very late so you can enjoy it basically and any reasonable time. Perfect for a day after visiting the main attractions. We did not have breakfast in our stay.

We had a very comfortable stay at Candeo Hotel. The room was clean and a bit small but normal for local room size standards. We really liked the hotel's common areas at ground level, with beautiful tradiional Japanese interior spaces (library, study and dinning rooms). Also enjoyed the spa and the beautiful internal garden. The location was excellent, with tube stations and bus stops at walking distance.

Proximity to everything in Kyoto - location is amazing. It was fabulous. Cool old Japan vibe with modern amenities. The beds were comfy, big for tall Canadians, onsen was lovely (our favorite in Japan), laundry machine awesome, easy to use. Wash and dry in one unit. !!! It was fabulous. Totally recommend.