Minami Kyoto, Japan
Renovated
2023
Price
$$
Rated for
Social Classic LocalOutside the door
The house
Miyako HotelsStation-side railway quarters
Suitcases roll across the lobby as travelers move between bullet train platforms, basement cocktail lounges, and quiet transit stops.
What it’s good at
Listed
Basement cocktails at Bar Lagoon, house-roasted beans at Roastery Café Omofu, and summer rooftop beer garden gatherings.
Listed
Operating opposite Kyoto Station since 1975, hosting regional events across the grand Yomei-den hall and garden chapel.
Listed
Morning obanzai breakfast selections at Le Plaisir alongside house-simmered soy milk tofu and Omi beef at Uoman.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Kyoto Station sits directly across the avenue, placing Shinkansen platforms, regional bus terminals, and city subway lines minutes away.
The rooms
Renovated Premium floors offer multi-bed layouts for families, while South Wing rooms feature high ceilings designed by Mark Ito.
Treatments
- Treatments
- In-room massage service menu available.
At the table
Chefs serve seasonal roasts at Le Plaisir's open buffet, and paper lanterns illuminate wood-beamed dining rooms at Uoman.
How it began
Originally founded as the New Miyako Hotel in 1975, the landmark property has hosted railway travelers for half a century.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.