Eph Kyoto – A Favorite for Families in Kyoto
About the Hotel
Rooms with Zen Views
Every room at Eph Kyoto features wall-to-wall windows showcasing traditional rock gardens inspired by Ryoanji Temple. Suites include delicate silver and gold washi paper reminiscent of Kinkakuji Temple, while others have sakura cherry blossom ceilings. Rooms come with Sealy mattresses, ensuite bathrooms, and kitchenettes equipped with Bosch induction cooktops, Samsung refrigerators, and Miele dishwashers. Connecting rooms are available for families or groups.
Kyoto-Inspired Breakfast
The seasonal breakfast buffet includes freshly made Japanese, Western, and Chinese dishes. Options include breakfast panini with Kyoto miso paste, yogurt with homemade granola, and mini buffets with salad, scrambled eggs, and sausages. Coffee is sourced from a local Kyoto roaster.
Local Café & Lounge
Hids' café & bar serves Takayama's specialty coffee, craft beer, and grilled panini with Hida spinach and red turnips. Open to hotel guests and visitors, it offers beer-battered fish and chips, Japanese sake, and homemade tarts.
Near Kyoto Station
Eph Kyoto is a 3-minute walk from Kyoto Station's Hachijo-East Exit and Karasuma-dori Street. Nearby attractions include Tofuku-ji Temple (1 km), Kyoto National Museum (1.5 km), Nishiki Market (2 km), and Fushimi Inari Shrine (3 km).
In-Room Conveniences
Rooms include washing machines with dryer functions, high-speed Wi-Fi, Nespresso machines, and flat-screen TVs. Rental items available: hair straighteners, wine openers, and umbrellas. Wheelchair-accessible rooms are offered.
Choose from a variety of room types
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
Room features
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Washing machine
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor