Syoenso Hozukawatei vs Ishicho Shogikuen

Same City · Kyoto Distance: 23.8km
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Syoenso Hozukawatei

★★★ 3-Star
8.3 78
Kyoto
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Ishicho Shogikuen

★★★ 3-Star
8.4 14
Kyoto
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Live Price Comparison

Site Syoenso Hozukaw... Ishicho Shogikuen
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Rating Comparison by Booking Site

Site Syoenso Hozukaw... Ishicho Shogikuen
Agoda
8.3 (253)
8.0 (30)
Expedia
8.6 (28)
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Trip.com
8.5 (42)
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Overall Average
8.3 (323)
8.4 (30)

Strengths & Weaknesses

Syoenso Hozukawatei Ishicho Shogikuen
Strengths Strengths
+ Many reviews praise the variety of onsen pools and rotenburo + Warm hospitality and friendly staff responses repeated in many reviews
+ Kaiseki dinners and breakfasts are repeatedly called delicious + Kaiseki dinners and buffet breakfasts praised for abundance and taste
+ Staff's friendly service stands out + Comfortable bedding allowing deep sleep noted by solo and family travelers
+ Peaceful atmosphere amid natural scenery is appreciated + Proximity to Kyoto Garden makes sightseeing convenient, per repeated comments
+ Private rotenburo rooms feel special
Weaknesses Weaknesses
- Far from central Kyoto, shuttle reservation essential - Rooms feel a bit dated in Japanese style per some reviews
- Older building leads to odors or chilliness mentions - Subway far but bus/train nearby noted
- Japanese food only may not suit all tastes - Weak English and lack of restaurant booking help in group reviews

Recommended For

Couples Families Onsen lovers

Recommended For

Families with kids Couples Solo travelers

Guest Reviews

Syoenso Hozukawatei

Agoda 10.0 Couple

Private indoor onsen and wagyu food special, staff friendly

Agoda 10.0 Couple

9 onsen pool types magical, traditional room satisfying

Expedia 10.0 Couple

Large room with forest view, great communal bath, delicious food

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Trip.com 10.0 Family

Great rotenburo room atmosphere, fluffy bedding, friendly staff

Trip.com 9.0 Couple

Convenient shuttle, satisfied with baths and meals

Ishicho Shogikuen

Agoda 8.4 Family with young children

Great location near Kyoto Garden, satisfying meals, comfy family gathering in room

Agoda 9.6 Family with young children

Staff hospitality made trip best

Agoda 9.6 Couple

Relaxed and calm stay, want to return

Agoda 10.0 Solo

Historic interior and kind staff top-notch

Agoda 4.3 Group

Refused restaurant bookings pre-checkin, unhelpful staff

Location Comparison

Distance: 23.8km

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