The property boasts a quiet location within a residential area and affords a close transfer to and from the Imperial Palace. Although not quite a downtown hotel, the address does run a free shuttle service to the edge of the city center. Mixing an ultra modern design with subtle Japanese touches, devotion and dedication, the Kyoto Brighton Hotel is one of the top names in the city's accommodation list.

Featuring 182 impressively large rooms and suites, some of which feature private terraces overlooking Kyoto and the city's rolling green hills. The owners have added extra care and attention to detail in each room, providing eye-pleasing designs to a lavish living space. Bathrooms are also spacious, featuring a separate bath/shower and sink area. All necessary and modern amenities are available, including LCD television sets with international and on-demand channels and high speed internet access.

Although only open in the summer (July 9 - Sept 4), the swimming pool is still the one of the most sought after spots in the property. Its outdoor location on the hotel rooftop ensures a peaceful, invigorating and relaxing time under the sun. The Rose Mary offers a variety of treatments aimed at rejuvenating and refreshing visitors. The Kyoto Brighton Hotel also offers a comprehensive selection of banquet and conference halls, configurable for up to 400 guests.

A stay here is complimented by some fine dining in atmospheric restaurants and bars. Feerie is the hotel's international restaurant, featuring light to full course meals in an intimate environment. Set in a casual atmosphere, Hotaru serves fine and healthy Japanese haute cuisine. Himorogi is home to tasty beef teppanyaki, with the grill in plain sight of visitors so they can see their food being cooked. Kakan serves traditional Chinese cuisine, with subtle decorative touches from the Orient. The spacious lounge feel of Cour Au Midi evokes calm while guests enjoy their fresh brewed coffee. Relax and unwind with a drink at the Moonshiner, the hotel's posh and stylish bar.

Exuding a quiet location yet easy transfer to the city center, Kyoto Brighton Hotel boasts as being one of the top stays in the city. There are choices at the property, from its six restaurants/bars, 12 room/suite types and some facilities, ensuring even the most discerning traveler will be pleased during their stay here. 

Facilities:

• Swimming pool
• Spa facilities
• Internet facilities
• Banquet facilities

Dining:

• Feerie - wide range of international and local favorites
• Hotaru - Japanese haute cuisine
• Himorogi - Japanese style beef teppanyaki
• Kakan - classic Chinese cuisine
• Cour Au Midi - coffee lounge
• Moonshiner - main hotel bar

Room type:

• Luxury Corner Double 
• Luxury Double
• Superior Double
• Separate Double
• Luxury Twin
• Executive Twin
• Superior Twin
• Separate Twin
• Luxury Suite
• Royal Suite 
• Imperial Suite 

Just 300 meters from the Imperial Palace and served by the Imadegawa Station on the Karasuma Line, the hotel is a short shuttle transfer away from the city center. It is just minutes away from the famous business and entertainment districts of Gion and Kawaramachi. The Haruka Limited Express takes about 77 minutes to and from Kansai International Airport and it is about an hour's drive to Itami Airport. 

Location: Nakadachiuri, Shinmachi-dori, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 602-8071, Japan

Who should go?

Kyoto Brighton Hotel exudes style, substance and peace. The property is perfectly suited for those who would like some quiet without sacrificing on location too much. Luxury is also not spared, in fact, its close proximity to the Imperial Palace adds further to the mysticism and affluence of the address. Dining options are plentiful as well as a nice list of facilities that will entertain children and adults alike.

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?

Just 300 meters from the Imperial Palace and served by the Imadegawa Station on the Karasuma Line, the hotel is a short shuttle transfer away from the city center. It is just minutes away from the famous business and entertainment districts of Gion and Kawaramachi. The Haruka Limited Express takes about 77 minutes to and from Kansai International Airport and it is about an hour's drive to Itami 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. A taste of local fares at Hotaru. Unwind with a drink at Moonshiner.

What's cooking?

A stay here is complimented by some fining dining in atmospheric restaurants and bars. Feerie is the hotel's international restaurant, featuring light to full course meals in an intimate environment. Set in a casual environment, Hotaru serves fine and healthy Japanese haute cuisine. Himorogi is home to tasty beef teppanyaki, with a grill in plain sight of visitors so they can see they food being cooked. Kakan serves traditional Chinese cuisine, with subtle decorative touches from the Orient. The spacious lounge feel of Cour Au Midi evokes calm while guests enjoy their fresh brewed coffee. Relax and unwind with a drink at the Moonshiner, the hotel's posh and stylish bar.