TSUGU Kyoto Sanjo by THE SHARE HOTELS

The location was excellent. Walking distance to everything we wanted to see, central markets, shopping and the old part of Kyoto. The bathroom was lovely and easy to share for 3 of us. The communal kitchen was fantastic. Everything was always clean, we used it regularly.

This place is modern and minimalist. The hotel is cutting down on plastic so there's a community kitchen on the 4th floor where you can fill up with filtered cold water, there's also a refrigerator/freezer, water heater, microwave, toaster and stovetop for food storage/prep. There's a huge table and chairs to sit and eat and a reading area to relax or chat with other guests. Guests during the week seemed mainly foreigners with more japanese on the weekend. The bathroom doesn't have a lot of space to put vanity items, but the toilet is nice with heated water for the bidet and the shower/furo (bathtub) was japanese style, spacious and relaxing after a day walking around. There wasn't a lot of room to move around the beds or lay out suitcases, but the beds were comfy and the walls were concrete which made it very quiet, and the window shutters did a great job of keeping the room dark. Hotel staff varied but overall very friendly and helpful answering questions and ordering a taxi for us (our hotel in Tokyo said they would charge us extra if they ordered a taxi). It's a short walk from public transportation and from a lot of shopping and places to eat, but it's not on a main road.

It was my first time staying at this hotel, and my initial impression was simply that it looked exactly like the photos on Booking.com. The hotel is beautiful, perfect for those who love taking photos or creating content. However, it wasn’t just the appearance that impressed me, the staff made the experience even more delightful. The service was excellent, the room was spacious and very clean. The hotel also has a café and evening bar, along with a common area on the 4th floor where you can cook or bake treats. Right next to the hotel, there’s an Aesop store and other branded shops, so you can enjoy a walk down the hotel’s street as well. If I visit Kyoto again, I’ll definitely stay here once more, I’d love to try staying in a room with tatami mats next time.

Clean, welcoming and in a fabulous location. Brilliant bathroom, powerful shower, lovely bath and top quality shampoo/conditioner and shower gel. Stylish room with a fridge (handy for keeping drinks in) and a space on the floor we were on to prepare meals, lounge and eat (we didn't use it, but I imagine great if travelling with families). Washing machines allowed us to clean some clothes - the perfect hotel and would stay there again if we are ever lucky enough to visit Kyoto again. The staff were so warm, kind and welcoming and always available.

Superb location. The hotel has its own unique atmosphere with its modern design and minimalist style aligned with traditional Japan arts. Small art shops and boutiques around it. Walking distance to Nishiki market, close to Subway station. There is a speciality coffee bar in the hotel, very recommendable. Delicious, healthy breakfast with selected seasonal vegetables and freshly baked pancakes.