The Grandwest Arashiyama Aparthotel - Kyoto

The bathroom lacked towel hangers, just absurd for a hotel. Sofas that aren't atrociously uncomfortable would have been nice. I almost gave a good review, but come on, where's my room upgrade for all this nonsense? I feel like a commoner instead of the VIP I deserve to be, so disappointing!

Comfortable bed, brand-new room with a stunningly beautiful view of the mountains. Amicable staff and management.

Location: the hotel was so close to taxi. Our room was modern and neat, offered with all the amenities, great bathrooms plus well functioning heater. The service was all in all good.

Although everything was really good, some of the staff were irresponsible.

Consider visiting Akakura, a nearby venue with a lively atmosphere, perfect for an evening out, though it might not be kid-friendly.

The breakfast was fantastic, with a slew of cold dishes that rocked my taste buds. Our spacious room was a perfect haven after roaming the streets. Renting bikes let us zip around and explore to our heart's content.

Curiosity got me

What a superb stay! The spacious rooms and kind staff made everything worthwhile. With just a 5-minute stroll to Arashiyama, we enjoyed the beautiful surroundings. The rooftop patio offered fine views, and the breakfast was delectable. The attention to detail made for a relaxing getaway, even if dining options nearby could improve.

Friendly and helpful staff

Why it's almost great (but not quite)

Huge family suite with a comfortable layout and amazing showers. Free bikes for exploration, especially at night! Staff were genuinely sweet, and the rooftop area had fine views.

The location is very touristy. The mattress height was suboptimal, leaving us with a few bruised shins.

We had a fantastic time with the bike rentals, making it easy to explore the Bamboo Park and enjoy the beautiful scenery. The rooftop area was a great spot to unwind while taking in the views, and the family room was spacious for all of us. The breakfast could use a bit more variety, but overall, it was a memorable stay! 🌟

It was just a good pick for a short layover in Kyoto with good value for price. The nearby bike rentals made exploring the area really easy and fun. Consider checking out the rooftop area for fine views.

The suite with kitchen offered plenty of space for our family and the rooftop area has fine views. Loved the convenience of the nearby shops.

Awesome stay with the fam!

We had a blast hanging out in our spacious suite! The kitchen was super handy for late-night snacks with the kids. Staff was genuinely helpful. The only bummer was that the dining options nearby were limited, but the on-site restaurant had some tasty dishes.

The rooftop garden was perfect for evenings, and we walked to the Bamboo Grove and the Iwatayama Monkey Park nearby. Comfortable beds and friendly staff made everything smooth. You can also rent bikes to explore the area easily.

The family suite was spacious with a fantastic view of the mountains. It was an easy walk from the hotel to the beautiful Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, which everyone loved exploring together.

My wife wished for more dining options nearby.

Great value for the money, spacious room with excellent amenities. Convenient location near popular attractions, friendly and accommodating staff at Grandwest Arashiyama.

The hotel breakfast menu could use more variety.