Just like the urban sprawl itself, the property presents the best of both worlds by exuding a regal setting akin to its 120 year old history in a tranquil environment. Combining lavish style with genuine service, presentation and the luxury image of the Okura Hotels name, this posh address should not be missed if guests are stopping in Kyoto. 

Kyoto Hotel Okura's striking features are its lavishly appointed 322 guestrooms. The main draws here are the picture perfect views of the mountains. The interior design exudes a warm feel, supported by cream colored walls, carpet and smooth-white soft linen. Firm, hard wood make up the furniture in the room, completing the stylish and sophisticated look. The comfort, design and presentation of these rooms are some of the best in Kyoto.

Even the most discerning taste buds will find something to their liking. After all, there are 11 restaurants and bars catering an impressive assortment of foods and cuisine. For Western food lovers, guests should head over to Pittoresque, home to fine French fares and a truly European ambiance. L'Olivio Felice is fine Italian dining defined; all meals are from fresh ingredients and the presentation is authentic. Belcanto is another place for those missing European cuisine, offering Italian and French delights. For a buffet style meal, head over to Orizzonte. Local Japanese fares are not forgotten. At Tokiwa, guests watch their fine cuts of beef, seafood and vegetable stir fried in front of their eyes, teppanyaki style. Irifune is a take on the traditional, right down to originaltatami mat seating. Vegetarians are not forgotten; Ryoui is meat free and offers some tasty menus. Toh Lee recreates the Chinese gastronomy experience flawlessly, from the cooking methods, taste and its recognizable round dining tables. There are also times for R&R, with Chippendale, Le Court and Okura providing drinks, coffee and pastries respectively.

One of the largest function rooms in the city is housed here. They are fully configurable and versatile, able to fit up to 1400 guests.

A memorable stay at in Kyoto is guaranteed at the Hotel Okura, home to picture perfect rooms, five star service and an impressive list of restaurants.

Facilities:

• Meeting facilities

Dining:

• Pittoresque - French cuisine in an elegant European atmosphere overlooking the Higashiyama mountains
• Tokiwa - Fine beef, selected seafood and Kyoto vegetables grilled live teppanyaki style
• Orizzonte - international meals and desserts served buffet style
• Irifune - serves Japanese in either a western style table seating or traditional tatami mats
• Belcanto - Italian and French fares
• Toh-Lee -Chinese cuisine with traditional and modern influences
• Chippendale - Bar serving drinks and snacks with traditional European bar ambiance
• Lec Court - Coffee, tea, cake, desserts as well as traditional menus
• L'Olivio Felice - Italian cuisine served in a stylish and intimate atmosphere
• Okura - Fresh baked bread
• Ryoui - local vegetarian restaurant

Room type:

• Single
• Double
• Twin
• Family
• Double Suite
• Twin Suite
• Junior Suite
• Capital Suite
• Royal Suite

Kyoto Hotel Okura boasts a city center location, close to the Kyoto business district and Kyoto's central shopping district of Shijo-Kawaramachi. The Imperial Palace, Toji, and Nijo Castle are short transfers away. The property is a 15 minute drive from Kyoto Station, about 70 minutes from Itami Airport and about an hour and a half from Kansai International Airport.

Location: 537-4 Ichinofunairicho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 604-8558, Japan

Who should go?

Many have commented and praised the service at Kyoto Hotel Okura, going so far to say that it is the property's best attribute. This does not take away from the rest of the hotel's offerings. Rooms are classy and spacious, perfect for families and couples. The property may lack when it comes to facilities, but more than makes up for it with its impressive restaurants list, sure to impress even the most discerning taste buds.

When to go?

Kyoto features a four weather seasonal pattern; chilly springs (average 15°C), warm summers (average 28°C), cool autumns (average 17°C) and cold winters (average 6°C). The city receives much of its rainfall during the late spring, summer and early autumn months, averaging about 160 millimeters of precipitation during that time. Guests should be wary that snowfall, although not common, does occur almost annually during the winter months.

Where is it?

Kyoto Hotel Okura boasts a city center location, close to the Kyoto business district and Kyoto's central shopping district of Shijo-Kawaramachi. The Imperial Palace, Toji, and Nijo Castle are short transfers away. The property is a 15 minute drive from Kyoto Station, about 70 minutes from Itami Airport and about an hour and a half from Kansai International Airport.

What's not to be missed?

Strolling through the regal retreats of the Imperial Palace. A visit to Kiyomizu and Sanjusangendo Temples. Learning about Kyoto history at the national museum. Traditional Japanese fares at Irifune.

What's cooking?

Even the most discerning taste buds will find something to their liking. After all, there are 11 restaurants and bars catering an impressive assortment of foods and cuisine. For Western food lovers, guests should head over to Pittoresque, home to fine French fares and a truly European ambiance. L'Olivio Felice is fine Italian dining defined; all meals are from fresh ingredients and the presentation is authentic. Belcanto is another place for those missing food back in Europe, offering Italian and French. For a buffet style meal, head over to Orizzonte. Local Japanese fares are not forgotten. At Tokiwa, guests watch their fine cuts of beef, seafood and vegetable stir fried in front of their eyes, teppanyaki style. Irifune is a take on the traditional, right down to the traditional tatami mat seating. Vegetarians are not forgotten; Ryoui is meat free and offers some tasty menus. Toh Lee recreates the Chinese gastronomy experience flawlessly, from the cooking methods, taste and its recognizable round dining tables. There are also times for R&R, with Chippendale, Le Court and Okura providing drinks, coffee and pastries respectively.