Sakara Kyoto 桜香楽 京都 – A Favorite for Families in Kyoto

SAKARA KYOTO offers aparthotel-style units with fully equipped kitchenettes, including a cooker, microwave, and kettle. Each room is air-conditioned and features a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries, plus a washing machine for guest use. The hotel provides a shared lounge, concierge service, and 24-hour security with CCTV and fire extinguishers.

Guests can choose from rooms like the Queen Room, One-Bedroom Apartment, or Family Room with Private Bathroom. Some units feature a loft-style bedroom accessed by a steep staircase, such as the 'Ninja Room' or the Hinoki suite with an additional loft bed and sleeping mat. The Family Room with Garden View opens onto the on-site garden, a relaxation space in urban Kyoto.

The hotel offers family rooms with layouts that give older children and parents separate sleeping areas, like the split-level design. A family room includes a low table, games available for guest use, and a shared lounge area. The property is situated on a quiet pedestrian street, close to shops and restaurants, reducing travel strain for families.

SAKARA KYOTO sits 150 metres from Higashiyama, a 4-minute walk from Samurai Kembu Kyoto, and 600 metres from Shoren-in Temple. Heian Shrine is 1.2 km away, and Gion Shijo Station is within walking distance. Karasuma Station is 2 km from the hotel, with a bus stop a 1-2 minute walk away for routes to Kyoto Station.

The hotel maintains full-day security with CCTV in common areas, smoke alarms, and key access for each unit. Guests benefit from concierge service that helps with luggage storage, filling out forms, and shipping suitcases to other cities like Hakone. Bicycle parking and an invoice provided service are also available.

Location: 9.5 location score, 150 m from Higashiyama

Rooms: Queen Room, One-Bedroom Apartment, Family Room with Private Bathroom

Kitchens: Fully equipped kitchenettes in every unit

Family: Family rooms with low table, games, and loft beds

Security: 24-hour security, CCTV, key access

Service: Concierge helps with luggage storage and shipping