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Only Rome has more designated World Heritage Sites than the former Japanese capital. This city of 1.5 million has a stunning array of temples and shrines, including Kinkaju, the Golden Pavilion, and... more » Only Rome has more designated World Heritage Sites than the former Japanese capital. This city of 1.5 million has a stunning array of temples and shrines, including Kinkaju, the Golden Pavilion, and the Ryoanji zen garden. Walk around Old Kyoto, through alleys of traditional narrow wooden houses, known as "houses for eels", to restaurant terraces along the River Kamo. The geisha quarter's Gion Corner offers glimpses into traditional arts, from puppetry to kyo-mai, dance performances by apprentice geisha. « less
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“A bit out of the way but a quiet place to stay”

Ryokan Yamazaki

4 of 5 stars
blinknoodle
Ottawa
11 Jul 2009

I liked my stay at Yamazaki. We were in the Annexe, without any other travellers, so it definitely was quiet. If it were busier, I am not sure how quiet it could have been as the walls were literally...more

“Fantastic hotel in busy location”

Hotel Granvia Kyoto

5 of 5 stars
Travel_Sh0es
Bangkok
11 Jul 2009

I spent 2 nights in Kyoto with my parents and siblings. The location was perfect for our trip. We took the train to Kyoto and the hotel is right above the station. In addition to the train station,...more

“just your average hotel”

Palace Side Hotel

3 of 5 stars
kurt72
BC
11 Jul 2009

this hotel is OK. Older style hotel with tiny washrooms. We used the washrooms down in the lobby instead during our stay. No internet in the rooms, and public computers are timed for max 30 minutes....more

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