Minami vs The GrandWest Arashiyama

Same City · Kyoto Distance: 5.8km
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Minami

★★★★ 4-Star
7.2 15
Kyoto
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The GrandWest Arashiyama

★★★★ 4-Star
9.0 95
Kyoto
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Live Price Comparison

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Rating Comparison by Booking Site

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Agoda
7.3 (29)
9.2 (705)
Booking.com
7.0 (12)
9.2 (532)
Expedia
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9.6 (152)
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9.2 (16)
Trip.com
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9.5 (81)
Overall Average
7.2 (41)
9.0 (1,486)

Strengths & Weaknesses

Minami The GrandWest Arashiyama
Strengths Strengths
+ Quiet neighborhood vibe repeated in many reviews + Rooms are spacious, clean, and comfortable across multiple sites
+ Japanese traditional house style and garden praised often + Staff is kind and attentive in many reviews
+ Garden view and patio provide relaxation + Quiet neighborhood location praised for relaxation
+ Some reviews note clean bathroom and friendly host + Delicious breakfast and great cafe vibe mentioned often
Weaknesses Weaknesses
- Hard to find deep in alley, common complaint - 10-15 min walk to attractions inconvenient in rain or with luggage
- House feels old, cramped, and dark repeatedly - Parking is a bit far from the hotel
- Kitchenware (plates, utensils) shortages noted often - No elevator makes moving luggage tough

Recommended For

Couples Small groups Traditional experience travelers

Recommended For

Families with kids Couples Nature lovers

Guest Reviews

Minami

Agoda 10.0 Couple

Traditional feel interior clean quiet neighborhood everything perfect

Agoda 8.4 Couple

Room great location convenient clean bathroom excellent service

Cleaning lacking TV controls unclear

Booking.com 4.0 Solo

Modern traditional feel beautiful outdoor areas traditional bath unique

Hard to find on maps fridge small

Booking.com 3.6 Group

Charming Japanese house well-furnished clean near subway

Tight for 6 only 2 bathrooms external cold broken door

The GrandWest Arashiyama

Booking.com 4.0 Couple

Junior suite perfect size and clean, staff added special touches

Parking a bit far

Booking.com 4.0 Family with kids

Toys for kids, spacious room, delicious breakfast, walk to monkey park

Trip.com 9.5 Family

Best in Arashiyama, kind staff, walking activities

Bit far from tourist center

Trip.com 10.0 Family

Spacious clean rooms, convenient bike rental, nearby onsen

Expedia 10.0 Solo

Spacious comfy beds, great staff and breakfast

Location Comparison

Distance: 5.8km

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