RHINO HOTEL KYOTO, Kyoto – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms with Modern Comfort
Rhino Hotel Kyoto offers single, double, and twin rooms with gray-based interiors. All rooms include BOSE ceiling speakers, SHARP 4K smart TVs, Mitsubishi refrigerators, and SHARP humidifying air purifiers. Executive rooms on the top floor provide views of Higashiyama, Kitayama, and Nishiyama mountain ranges. The hotel uses Nippon Bed Co.'s Silky Pocket mattresses with 1200 individual pocket coils. Private bathrooms feature TOTO GG series showerheads with overhead rainfall showers.
Dining and Local Cuisine
Cafe & Restaurant La Vent on the 2nd floor serves Japanese set menus using Kyoto vegetables grown without pesticides. Breakfast includes sausage, bacon, fried chicken, scrambled eggs, salad, yogurt, fruits, bread, rice, and miso soup. The hotel partners with local rice wholesaler Hachidaime-Gihei. Mos Burger on the 1st floor offers hamburgers with beef from Tasmania and New Zealand, using organic vegetables and germ-containing buns. Nearby options include Tendan Saiin for yakiniku and Suishin for izakaya cuisine.
Fitness and Recreation Facilities
Guests receive complimentary access to the spa's bathroom and sauna (once per night). The fitness club on the 3rd floor features a paid area (1,100 yen per use) with Life Fitness equipment, indoor and outdoor Jacuzzis, a steam sauna, and a swimming pool. The club includes Peloton bikes, Technogym equipment, and stretching areas with various tools. SHARP plasma cluster units are installed in hallways for air purification.
Transportation and Location Access
The hotel is a 1-minute walk from Hankyu Railway Saiin Station's west ticket gate. It's 15 minutes by city bus from Kyoto Station and 20 minutes by car from Meishin Kyoto Minami IC. The multi-story parking lot accommodates vehicles up to 185 cm height, 205 cm width, and 2.2t weight (1,500 yen per night). Nearby attractions include Arashiyama (19-21 minutes by train), Kinkaku-ji Temple (18 minutes), and Toei Kyoto Studio Park (10 minutes).
Guest Services and Amenities
Front desk service operates 24 hours with free high-speed WiFi throughout the property. Rental items include BOSE connection cables (500 yen deposit), extension cords, and multi-adapters. Rooms feature electric kettles, tea sets, and shower toilets. A 7-Eleven on the 1st floor provides ATM services in four languages and microwave access. The hotel offers laundry service, massage appointments, and Kuroneko Yamato courier service (all charged).
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Amenities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- Restaurant
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Trouser press
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
The hotel is located conveniently with excellent facilities despite some room lighting issues. The service was outstanding, although some extreme weather information was lacking. The dining options were varied, and the location was fantastic, offering easy access to transport and entertainment venues.
The hotel offers spacious and clean rooms, though slightly cramped, and provides good value for the price. The service is generally attentive and can assist with various arrangements. Its location is excellent, close to public transportation and popular sites. The dining options vary but may not suit all tastes. Overall, a convenient choice with some room for improvement.
