Hotel Hokke Club Kyoto (Kyoto, Japan)

Guests who were trying to navigate the sprawling city of Kyoto and its transportation system were in luck. Not only was Hokke Club Kyoto across from the train station, it was also right by the Kyoto Station Bus Terminal, with links to everywhere from Kansai Airport to the Temple of the Golden Pavilion. To top it all off, restaurants, shopping centres, and a convenience store were directly down the street.

Staff at the front desk were found to be friendly and polite. Guests said that varying levels of English existed amongst reception personnel, but most were able to communicate efficiently. A handy map with top attractions was also provided in typical courteous Japanese fashion.

Rooms generally received positive reviews by guests who thought that clean and comfortable accommodation offered good value. Everything seemed well maintained, with things like air-conditioning and the fridge working perfectly. Guests also appreciated the great bed.

While guests said that rooms were well laid-out and didn't waste any space, some still thought that they were small, even by Japanese standards. Both the bathroom and room felt somewhat cramped.

Some guests felt that this hotel retained a 1970's vibe. Shiny and slick it was not, and a few took issue with dated decor that had seen better days.

Even in tech-savvy Japan, there can be problems with Wi-Fi. That is what guests discovered when they tried to use the Internet here, sometimes with a hassle.