For a competitively-priced, stylish, modern hotel with clean and comfortable rooms, Cross Hotel Kyoto is just the ticket. It’s great for visitors who want to be near all the action downtown. Plus, we love the bar and lounge.
Cross Hotel Kyoto – image © Booking.com
Located 5-8 minutes on foot from Sanjo Station, Cross Hotel Kyoto is about as central as you can get! Those who like shopping will find the proximity to Teramachi and Sanjo shopping arcades very helpful. It’s about 10-15 minutes on foot to the Gion district, too.
Rooms at Cross Hotel Kyoto are clean, bright, and stylish. More importantly, the room layout is pretty smart, and rooms are on the spacious side by Japanese standards for the price point, meaning you can actually have more than two suitcases open at the same time. It’s not a palace, but it’s good for Japan. Like Japanese living spaces, the toilet and shower space are separate.
Cross Hotel Kyoto – image © Booking.com
Beds here are firm but comfortable. Pillows are on the thicker side, which may be an issue for some people. It’s just something to keep in mind. We also like that rooms here have USB charging ports. These should be standard for all modern hotel rooms! WiFi is fast and reliable – great for getting a spot of work done.
While there is a safe, it’s on the smaller side and not particularly useful if you want to keep your laptop or even an iPad inside. It’s usually not an issue to lock your stuff in your suitcase though.
Cross Hotel Kyoto – image © Booking.com
The staff here are helpful and attentive, and happy to advise you on local attractions or how to get places. Don’t expect them to assist with luggage though. While you’re in the lobby, don’t forget to grab free coffee. The beans in the machine are pretty good.
Lastly, breakfast at the hotel is very decent, but we strongly recommend skipping dinner at the hotel restaurant (Kiharu Brasserie). The surrounding area has hundreds of better restaurants around. Check out our suggestions on where to eat for more!
Name in English:
Cross Hotel Kyoto
Name in Japanese:
クロスホテル京都
English address:
71-1 Daikoku-cho, Kawaramachi-dori-Sanjo-sagaru, Nakagyo-ku
Japanese address:
中京区河原町通三条下ル大黒町71-1
Price:
Internet: wifi access
Non-smoking rooms: Yes
Nearest Transport:
4min walk from Sanjo Station Exit 6, Keihan line or Sanjo Keihan Station, Tozai subway line
Telephone: 231-8831
Website:
:: Check availability on Booking.com or Agoda.com
Official site: (English)
CrossHotel.com
Near To Here:
Cross Hotel Kyoto is located in Kyoto’s Downtown district. See our complete list of things to do in Downtown Kyoto, including places to eat, nightlife and places to stay.
Where Is This Place Located?
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Kyoto Vacation Checklist
- For all the essentials in a brief overview, see my First Time In Kyoto guide
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