Kyoto Hotel Okura

Originally built in the 1880s but recently modernized and expanded, the Kyoto Hotel Okura offers a convenient central location near businesses, shops, and historic attractions. Many popular destinations are within easy distance, and a subway station is adjacent. Kyoto Imperial Palace and Nijo Castle are both within 2 km (1.25 miles). The hotel prides itself on friendly, expert service, including a top-notch concierge staff.

Dining highlights include the Tokiwa steakhouse, located on the top floor with panoramic city views; Irifune, showcasing Kyoto cuisine; and Orrizonte, serving buffets and cocktails. The hotel also features complimentary wireless Internet access, a 20-meter indoor pool for guests 18 and over (surcharge), a shopping arcade, a hair salon, spa services, currency exchange, Internet point, and free parking with Limited availability (parking height restrictions may apply). A 24-hour business center is available as well.

• Bar/lounge 
• Elevator/lift 
• Fitness facilities 
• Indoor pool 
• 24-hour front desk 
• Porter/bellhop 
• Coffee shop or café 
• Free self parking 
• Dry cleaning/laundry service 
• Free WiFi 
• Steam room 
• Sauna 

• Babysitting or childcare (surcharge) 
• Free wired Internet 
• Limo or Town Car service available 
• Safe-deposit box at front desk 
• Spa services on site 
• Luggage storage 
• Hair salon 
• Number of restaurants - 6 
• Breakfast available (surcharge) 
• 24-hour business center 
• Concierge services 
• Gift shops or newsstand 
• Designated smoking areas 
• Shopping on site 
• Laundry facilities 
• Parking (limited spaces) 
• Total number of rooms - 322 
• One meeting room 
• Number of floors - 17 
• Wedding services 
• Multilingual staff 

• English
• Japanese

Pittoresque - Contemporary French cuisine in elegant setting. Located on top floor, with views of Higashiyama Mountains. Seasonal specialties, wine cellar. Lunch and dinner.

Tokiwa - Steaks, fresh seafood, Kyoto vegetables. Located on top floor, with panoramic city views. Lunch and dinner.

Irifune - Kyoto cuisine. Views of traditional Japanese garden. Choise of Western-style tables or Japanese tatami mats. Sushi bar and tea room. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Belcanto - International cuisine with French and Italian accents. Relaxed setting. Lunch and dinner.

Toh Lee - Chinese cuisine served in a tranquil setting with a waterfall. Lunch and dinner.

Orrizonte - Breakfast, lunch, and dinner buffets. Cocktails. Mountain views. Cover charge at night.

Cafe Neuve - Lunch with desserts. Casual setting.

Lec Court - Café open from early morning till late evening.

Chippendale - Sophisticated, British-inspired setting for cocktails and conversation. Open evenings.

The Kyoto Hotel Okura has a 20-meter (65 foot) indoor pool for guests aged 18 years and over. A surcharge applies for use, and the facility is closed on Mondays.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

• Golfing nearby