京都山科山樂飯店(Kyoto Yamashina Hotel Sanraku)

Situated just one stop away from Kyoto Station and a 2-minute walk from JR Yamashina Station, Yamashina offers tranquility despite its proximity to the bustling Kyoto center. Kyoto Yamashina Hotel Sanraku is directly connected to the station's underground passageway. The hotel features traditional Japanese Taisho Romanticism architecture with modern amenities, offering free WiFi, 24-hour front desk service, a hot bath and sauna exclusively for female guests. Known for its authentic Japanese buffet-style breakfast, the hotel offers a selection of over 60 small dishes, prepared with local produce from Kyoto and Shiga. The Buffet includes fresh sashimi, tempura, seafood delicacies, various condiments, and regional specialties such as Yutofu, Sake Kasu Miso soup and Omi Beef shabushabu, a renowned Wagyu beef from the Shiga prefecture. The air-conditioned rooms come equipped with flat-screen TVs, refrigerators, Nespresso machines, and a selection of Japanese teas. Private bathrooms feature baths and complimentary toiletries, complemented by air moisturizer machines for added comfort. Select rooms offer scenic views of the Yamashina mountains. Female guests can enjoy a luxurious experience in the exclusive hot bath and sauna, complemented by premium bath products and a shampoo bar featuring well-known brands like Mikimoto and L'Occitane along with various showerheads and hairdryers. English and Japanese-speaking staff are ready to assist 24-hour at the reception, and for those with language concerns, multilingual translation devices are available at the front desk, to ensure all guests' needs are met. The hotel is conveniently located a 5-minute walk from various dining options and shopping centers, including the Yamashina Kyogoku Shopping Street, Kyoto's largest MUJI, and a UNIQLO store, all just a 2-minute walk away. Explore local heritage with a 20-minute walk to Bishamon-dō Temple, known for viewing stunning cherry blossoms in spring and vibrant autumn leaves. Other notable sites, such as Fushimi Inari Shrine, Nanzenji Temple, and Heian Shrine, are just a 20-minute train ride away. For those interested in ceramics, the Kiyomizuyaki Pottery Complex is a 10-minute drive and features an assortment of galleries and pottery shops. JR Osaka Station is about a 40-minute train ride from the hotel, providing a direct and convenient route to Yamashina Station without the need for transfers. Experience the best of Kyoto with a stay at Kyoto Yamashina Hotel Sanraku, where warm hospitality and cultural beauty await.