ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts

Staying at this hotel was the highlight of our visit to Kyoto! The hotels is absolutely gorgeous. Our room was spacious, with very modern and cool design. We stayed at the hotel for 5 nights and certainly could stay even more as we like everything about the hotel so much. Another great perk is the value. The staff was very attentive and was always ready to go above and beyond to accommodate the quests. After the day of dealing with crowds of tourists it was delight to return to the hotel.

One of the Best Hotel Experiences We’ve Had We had an exceptional stay—luxurious yet surprisingly affordable thanks to Hilton points and diamond status for the perks. From the moment we checked in, the service stood out: we were welcomed in the executive lounge with tea, chocolates, and warm towels to freshen up. The ambience was peaceful and authentically Japanese, with a quiet location away from the city that added to the serene atmosphere. Our room featured a private onsen and a tranquil zen garden. The water was soft, the air was crisp and clean, and the bed had just the right firmness—we woke up feeling completely refreshed. A bonus was complimentary access to a nearby Japanese garden for hotel guests (just show your room key). The entire experience felt thoughtful and rejuvenating. We’re already looking forward to coming back. The only area that didn’t quite meet expectations was the breakfast buffet—it was decent, but not on par with some of the other hotels we’ve stayed at in Japan.

Excellent 5 star hotel. Beautiful built design and execution, with stunning pool area (thermal spring heated). Located away from town - best suited to the contemplative traveller or close family seeking secluded resort experience. Staff are a mix of nationalities - service standards may vary - the Japanese set a very high standard for the foreign staff to match.