ibis Styles Kyoto Station

ibis Styles Kyoto Station is located right next to the JR Shinkansen train station (southern Hachijo Exit of Kyoto Station). The Buses are also at a walking distance which is very convenient to explore Kyoto's main atractions and continue our transit to other locations in Japan. The breakfast was diverse for the Ibis standards (I particularly enjoyed the Miso soup). The rooms were really small. People with bigger luggage can struggle but we were aware of the rooms sizing so there is nothing to complain about it. The hotel was clean and the staff was super kind and helpful. Toilet amenities were available at the reception for free. The reception is on the 3rd floor. The bed was comfortable. Very good Wi-Fi connection.

The location is excellent. Directly opposite the very futuristic-looking, busy and bustling Kyoto Station and on the Shinkansen (bullet train)side. We were able to use the metro, buses, taxis or trains within minutes of leaving our room. The rooms are not very big but fantastic value for money. The ensuite bathrooms are small but adequate with bath and shower and Japanese toilet. There’s dispensers in the bathroom with shower gel, shampoo and conditioner. For any other toiletries you just help yourself in the lobby. There’s also free tea and coffee in the lobby. The staff were lovely. They are helpful and friendly. I really recommend this hotel if you want somewhere clean, friendly, practical, central and budget-friendly. In Kyoto Station you can literally find anything you might need. The fabulous and ubiquitous 7-11s, gift shops, drugstores, coffee. There are many, many restaurants too. Find your way to the 10th and 11th floors where there are plenty of great little restaurants with fantastic views! We ended up in one of them where there was no formal option for vegetarians but the women there kindly accommodated my requests and made my bento meal delicious and vegetarian-friendly with lots of care. One more good thing is that the Kyoto Tower (only about £5 per ticket) is just a few minutes walk away, through the other side of the station. Also, from there you can walk to some beautiful temples.

The best thing about ibis styles Kyoto station is the location. It is bang opposite the main train station in Kyoto. Hence the name. So it was super convenient for us to just walk across after alighting from the Shinkansen.

You get what you pay for with an Ibis. They are basic, but cheap. Always clean. The room was tiny, but as expected in Japan. It had all amenities we needed. The location is great.

Very good location with Kyoto station just in front, easy to get on the train, metro, or bus. The stuff was really kind. There are free amenities for all guests, and the washing machines already have detergent inside. Cleaning possible every day with fresh towels as well.