Hotel Alza Kyoto

$$$$||View on mapKyoto, JapanHigashiyama-Ku Benzaitencho 3-33, Kyoto, Japan, 605-0086|
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Hotel Alza Kyoto
Higashiyama-Ku Benzaitencho 3-33, Kyoto, Japan, 605-0086·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.2Perfect
Location9.7
Comfort9.6
Cleanliness9.5
Staff9.5
Facilities9.2
Who stays here
Couples51%
Families35%
Groups7%
Solo7%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.2Perfect
Location9.7
Comfort9.6
Cleanliness9.5
Staff9.5
Facilities9.2
Who stays here
Couples51%
Families35%
Groups7%
Solo7%

2-pavilion Michelin Guide hotel on the Kamo River in Gion

Location & Access

Hotel Alza Kyoto sits at the northern edge of the Gion district, a 2-minute walk from Sanjo Station. The Kamo River and its seasonal kawadoko outdoor decks are directly outside the hotel. Kyoto International Manga Museum is 1 km away, and Kiyomizu-dera Temple is 2 km from the property.

Rooms & Amenities

All rooms at Hotel Alza Kyoto have a private bathroom with a spa bath, a shower, a bathroom TV, and a high-tech toilet. Some rooms offer views of the Kamo River and the kawadoko. Rooms include air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and free toiletries including toothbrushes.

Dining & Breakfast

Breakfast is served in the room, with a choice of Japanese or Western-style bento boxes delivered at a selected time. The hotel has no on-site restaurant, but dozens of restaurants are within a short walk along the Kamo River and in Gion. A 7-Eleven convenience store is a 1-minute walk from Hotel Alza.

Wellness & Relaxation

Alza Kyoto has an on-site spa facility offering massage and relaxation options. Guest rooms also feature a spa bath with micro-bubble jet function, and some rooms include a balcony overlooking the river. The spa area provides specialty treatments not found in other hotels in the area.

Services & Recognition

The hotel was awarded two pavilions in the Michelin Guide 2020. The 24-hour front desk offers luggage storage, concierge assistance, and private check-in/check-out. Multilingual staff provide personalized service, and one staff member speaks Cantonese.

  • Location: 2 min from Sanjo Station, on the Kamo River in Gion
  • Recognition: Michelin Guide 2020 - two pavilions
  • Rooms: Private bathrooms with spa bath, bathroom TV, high-tech toilet
  • Breakfast: Japanese or Western bento boxes delivered to room
  • Wellness: On-site spa with massage and micro-bubble bath
  • Staff: Multilingual, including Cantonese-speaking front desk

Licence number: 774

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs JPY 2860.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room.  There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Hindi
Building
Number of rooms:18
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Rooms and availability

Guest Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Single bed1 Double bed2 Single beds
Comfort Twin Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
Deluxe Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • River view
  • Shower
  • Heating
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Welcome drink

Spa and relaxation

Massage

TV

Flat-screen TV

Lift

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Massage

Room view

  • River view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Hotel Alza Kyoto

💵 Lowest room price 199 £
📏 Distance to centre 700 m
✈️ Distance to airport 50.0 km
🧳 Nearest airport Itami, ITM

Location

Higashiyama-Ku Benzaitencho 3-33, Kyoto, Japan, 605-0086
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Higashiyama-Ku Benzaitencho 3-33, Kyoto, Japan, 605-0086
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Reviews of Hotel Alza Kyoto

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FAQ about Hotel Alza Kyoto

Which popular attractions are located near the Hotel Alza Kyoto hotel?
Staying at the Hotel Alza Kyoto hotel, guests can visit Kyoto International Manga Museum (1.5 km from the property), Kinkaku-ji (around 10 minutes by car from it) and Kyoto Tamano-yu Public Bath (550 meters away), among others.
What is the closest airport to Hotel Alza Kyoto hotel?
Itami airport is located within a 54-minute drive (50 km) from Hotel Alza Kyoto hotel.
Are there any dining facilities close to the hotel?
During their stay at the hotel guests can enjoy a meal in the nearby restaurant Teppanyaki of aged Kobe beef Premium Pound Sanjo Kiyamachi offering premium prices or visit Fishbowl with a high guest rating-9 according to guests reviews-as well as a midrange price point.
What is check-in and check-out time at the Hotel Alza Kyoto?
Guests of the Hotel Alza Kyoto can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 11:00.
What payment methods are accepted in the 5-star Hotel Alza Kyoto hotel?
Payment methods in the 5-star Hotel Alza Kyoto hotel include:
  • сash
  • Visa
  • American Express
  • Mastercard
What kinds of rooms does the 5-star Hotel Alza Kyoto offer?
The 5-star Hotel Alza Kyoto offers such room types as Deluxe Twin Room, Comfort Double Room, and Superior Double Room.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the hotel?
Each room at the hotel is thoughtfully equipped with climate control to ensure an enjoyable stay. Guests' average rating for comfort is 9.6/10.
Is there free internet in the 5-star Hotel Alza Kyoto hotel?
Yes, at the 5-star Hotel Alza Kyoto hotel Wi-Fi is provided for free.
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