Location was great, 2mins walk to subway, 10-15 mins walk to Nishiki market and shopping district. From Nishiki, can walk to Gion in 10mins, cheaper to walk as all bus rides are at flat rate of 230yen for adult and 120yen for child. 2 buses right in front of hotel that will go to Arashiyama, recommend to buy the Bus day pass from hotel reception and maximise your travelling to Arashiyama and to Kyoto Station area. Room was a bit squeezy for 5 persons with luggages, need to set up own beds. If more spacious, everything will be ideal! Supermarkets and Lawson around hotel.