The Thousand Kyoto
Kyoto, Japan
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Is The Thousand Kyoto good? Overview, pros and cons
Verdict: 8.8/10 (Staylist AI score). Guests praise: beside Kyoto Station; large clean rooms; relaxing spa. Main complaint: side-street views only.
Staylist AI overview · based on 8 public guest reviews
“Spacious Kyoto Station-adjacent comfort”
The Thousand Kyoto is praised for a spot right next to Kyoto Station — a minute's walk to Lawson and 7-Eleven, taxi rank beside it — plus a beautiful lobby, large clean comfortable rooms and a relaxing spa. Breakfast comes in both Western and Japanese styles, both well regarded. Sustainability-minded touches mean amenities like toothbrushes must be requested via the iPad or reception. Notes of caution: rooms look onto side streets so views are limited, and one guest found the design less striking than guests imagined it.
- Rooms
- Large, clean and comfortable, though side-street views are plain.
- Service
- Service is good throughout the entire stay.
- Location
- Right by Kyoto Station with shops minutes away.
- Food
- Breakfast offers well-regarded Western and Japanese choices.
- Facilities
- A relaxing spa and a beautiful lobby.
- Beside Kyoto Station
- Large clean rooms
- Relaxing spa
- Both breakfast styles
- Gym
- Private parking
- Side-street views only
- Amenities must be requested
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How it compares
The Thousand Kyoto ranks #9 of 312 hotels Staylist lists in Kyoto and #3 of 40 5-star hotels there. At about $636 a night it is 35% above the median for 5-star hotels in Kyoto ($472). The closest listed alternative is Kyoto Century Hotel, under 50 m away (score 8.0).
About the hotel
- Address
- 570 Higashi Shiokoji-cho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture, 600-8216, Japan
- Hotel class
- ★★★★★ 5-star
- Opened
- 2019
- Distance to centre
- 1.9 km
- Getting there
- Airport: Itami Airport (46 km) · Train Station: Kyoto Station (0.32 km) · Metro: Kyoto (0.32 km)
- Children
- Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Nearby hotels
- Kyoto Century Hotelunder 50 m · 8.0 · $303
- Hotel Granvia Kyoto100 m · 8.3 · $299
- Dormy Inn Premium Kyoto Ekimae （Natural Hot Spring）100 m · 8.1
- Ryokan Matsukame200 m · 9.5 · $111
- APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae Chuoguchi200 m · 5.4 · $74
Amenities
- Private parking
- Spa
- Massage room
- Gym
- Bar
- 2 Restaurants
- Cafe
- Taxi booking service
- Conference room
- Multi-function room
- Currency exchange
- Wi-Fi in public areas
- Luggage storage
- Bicycle rental
- Tea And Bar
- Scalae
- Postal service
- Fax/copying service
- Wedding service
- Concierge service
- Safe at front desk
- Bellhop
- Wake-up call
- Snack bar
Frequently asked questions
- Is there parking at The Thousand Kyoto?
- Yes: private parking.
- What wellness facilities does The Thousand Kyoto have?
- Spa, Massage room, Gym.
- How far is The Thousand Kyoto from the airport?
- The nearest airport is Itami Airport, about 46 km away.
- How far is The Thousand Kyoto from the centre of Kyoto?
- About 1.9 km.
- Is The Thousand Kyoto suitable for children?
- Children of all ages are welcome at this property.