The Junei Hotel is a superb eight-room boutique hotel located across from Nijo-jo Castle. For intimate service, superb Japanese design and fantastic food, the Junei is a great choice.
Junei Hotel room interior – image © Chris Rowthorn
If you’re looking for a break from large and impersonal international luxury brands, the Junei Hotel is an intimate boutique hotel that perfectly reflects its Kyoto location. Each of the eight rooms is extremely spacious, even by international standards. Beds are Western-style, but rooms are also rich with Japanese design touches.
Junei Hotel room interior – image © Chris Rowthorn
The Junei offers in-room meals and they can accommodate vegetarians, vegans and gluten-free diners. They serve excellent Japanese food, including wonderful kaiseki meals.
Junei Hotel bathroom – image © Chris Rowthorn
The hotel offers a variety of services, including private tours to various places near Kyoto, including the Tango Peninsula and Amanohashidate. In addition, they can even arrange for private geisha entertainment.
All in all, if you’re looking for a very restful stay, the Junei is highly recommended.
Name in English:
The Junei Hotel Kyoto Imperial Palace West
Name in Japanese:
ザ ジュネイ ホテル 京都 御所西
English address:
14 Sanchome, Higashihorikawa-dori-Shimochojamachi-sagaru, Kamigyo-ku
Japanese address:
上京区東堀川通下長者町下ル三町目14
Price: Expensive
Internet: free wifi access
Non-smoking rooms: Yes
Nearest Transport:
13min walk from Marutamachi Station Exit 2, Karasuma subway line
Telephone: 415-7774
Website:
:: Check availability and pricing for the Junei Hotel on Booking.com or Agoda.com.
Official site
Official site: (English)
Near To Here:
The Junei Hotel Kyoto Imperial Palace West is located in Central Kyoto. See our complete list of things to do in Central Kyoto, including places to eat, nightlife and places to stay.
Kyoto Vacation Checklist
- For all the essentials in a brief overview, see my First Time In Kyoto guide
- Check Kyoto accommodation availability on Booking.com and Agoda.com - often you can book with no upfront payment and free cancellation
- You can buy shinkansen (bullet train) tickets online from Klook - popular routes include Tokyo to Kyoto, Kyoto to Osaka and Kyoto to Tokyo
- Need tips on where to stay? See my one page guide Where To Stay In Kyoto
- See my comprehensive Packing List For Japan
- You can buy an eSim to activate in Japan or buy a data-only SIM card online for collection when you arrive at Tokyo's Narita or Haneda Airports or Kansai International Airport. You can also rent an unlimited data pocket wifi router
- Compare Japan flight prices and timings to find the best deals
- If you're making frequent train journeys during your visit, you might save money with Japan Rail Pass – see if it's worth it for you
- World Nomads offers simple and flexible travel insurance. Buy at home or while traveling and claim online from anywhere in the world
- Do you want help planning your trip? Chris Rowthorn and his team of Japan experts at Japan Travel Consulting can help
