Cross Hotel Kyoto, Kyoto

4.8 (16 reviews) · Upscale
Modern hotel offering warm, stylish rooms, Kyoto-style architecture, and a trendy restaurant

Overview

Cross Hotel Kyoto, set in Kawaramachi Sanjo, blends tradition and modernity with warm wooden decor showcasing Kyoto-style architecture. You'll be well connected, as the hotel is a 6-minute walk from Hankyu Kawaramachi Station and even closer to other public transport options, including the Sanjo Station across the Kamo River. Walk to the Pontocho area in less than 10 minutes or keep going to reach the Kyoto Gion YASAKA SHRINE via the historic geisha district of Hanamikoji Street (about 20 minutes away).

From Standard Rooms to suites, you'll find warm hues, cozy lighting, and welcoming environments, with each unit offering a flat-screen TV, kettle, and a deep-soaking tub. Some rooms even provide traditional Japanese flooring, separate sleeping areas, sofas, and/or mesmerizing Higashiyama mountain views across a wall of floor-to-ceiling windows. Families and groups can opt for rooms that accommodate up to four guests. 

Cross Hotel Kyoto offers a daily American-style breakfast, and you can enjoy other meals at the property's KIHARU Brasserie, located on the first floor. Here, you'll find various dishes, from grilled meats and classic Japanese menus to homemade sweets. And for something simpler, head to the lobby lounge, a perfect space to unwind with a coffee. 

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Hotel Information

Hotel stars icon 4-star Hotel
Hotel address icon Japan, Kyoto Prefecture, Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, 71-1 Daikokucho
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Traveler Reviews

16 total ratings, 14 with reviews
4.8
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4.4
Location
4.7
Staff
4.7
Cleanliness & Comfort
4.6
Thomas
Thomas A.
Vero Beach, FL | Reviewed on Apr 07, 2025
we stayed four nights at this hotel. Cherry blossoms were just around the corner from the hotel. We could walk to the central part of Kyoto. Read more

we stayed four nights at this hotel. Cherry blossoms were just around the corner from the hotel. We could walk to the central part of Kyoto.

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Just an awesome hotel.
Stayed in March 2025
Raquel
Raquel A.
Kenosha, WI | Reviewed on Apr 02, 2025
Nice location. Very close to main interesting places. Read more

Nice location. Very close to main interesting places.

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Stayed in March 2025
Elizabeth
Elizabeth K.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Mar 27, 2025
This felt like the most westernized of the hotels we stayed in (larger room/king sized bed, very western breakfast, etc.) There was no onsen, but the large tub in the room was nice. Very clean and wonderful staff. Read more

This felt like the most westernized of the hotels we stayed in (larger room/king sized bed, very western breakfast, etc.) There was no onsen, but the large tub in the room was nice. Very clean and wonderful staff.

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Stayed in March 2025
Ramy
Ramy M.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Jan 08, 2025
Great location and staff. Highly recommend. Read more

Great location and staff. Highly recommend.

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Stayed in January 2025
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kim C.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Nov 05, 2024
Great location Read more

Great location

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Stayed in October 2024
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Colleen M.
Granite Bay, CA | Reviewed on Oct 25, 2024
Great breakfast. Staff was very friendly. Would definitely come here again! Read more

Great breakfast. Staff was very friendly. Would definitely come here again!

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Stayed in October 2024
Blue
Blue B.
Brookhaven, GA | Reviewed on Sep 23, 2024
Absolutely the best hotel buffet EVER. Location is walking distance from the most interesting neighborhoods. I could stay there years and have more to explore. Read more

Absolutely the best hotel buffet EVER. Location is walking distance from the most interesting neighborhoods. I could stay there years and have more to explore.

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Stayed in September 2024
Doug
Doug N.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Sep 17, 2024
Best hotel chain for my trip. Both lobby and room are nice and roomy. I would love to stay here next time. Read more

Best hotel chain for my trip. Both lobby and room are nice and roomy. I would love to stay here next time.

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Stayed in September 2024
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Raquel M.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Sep 16, 2024
Spacious and nice room in great location Read more

Spacious and nice room in great location

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Stayed in September 2024
Sooren
Sooren K.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Sep 03, 2024
Centrally located very nice hotel Read more

Centrally located very nice hotel

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Stayed in August 2024

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Hotel Information

Hotel stars icon 4-star Hotel
Hotel address icon Japan, Kyoto Prefecture, Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, 71-1 Daikokucho
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