The location of this hotel makes it perfect for those guests wishing to do business or sightseeing in the city or neighbouring areas. the hotel provides guests with all the comfort and amenities of an urban resort. other facilities include an indoor swimming pool, vip floor and photo studio.(0504kw).

the hotel is encompassed in a 15-storey high rised building easily recognisable in steel and glass from outside from station. from inside the station, the hotel has a huge glass front with the name engraved and is easily recognisable from the opposite side of the station. it is signposted throughout the station.

the 539 large guestrooms and suites feature a blend of contemporary and traditional dã©cor. all of the guest rooms are comfortable, with all the facilities of a home away from home and offer internet connections in all rooms. the bathrooms are in very good condition with grey tiled floors and black and white accessories.

the hotel features include 11 restaurants, 3 bar and lounges, 12 meeting and banquet rooms and a wedding chapel.

the lobby is very large and elegant, decorated in black marble and has a calm atmosphere due to the clever lighting and plenty of seating areas. there are modern objets, paintings and art-work scattered around the lobby and is very chic. guests would not imagine that they are above a major station but the architecture can be seen from the huge glass windows from various vantage points. a cafe bar is just situated off the main reception area.

this hotel is located above jr kyoto station which is famous for its splendid architecture and therefore situated perfectly for any visitors arriving in kyoto by the bullet train or the local trains.right infront of the station is the kyoto tower and there is a shopping arcade, a department store and a theatre, all within walking distance.