The GrandWest Arashiyama

3.5 star property

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Front of property – evening/night
Front of property
Lobby lounge
Standard Family Room with Tatami Area
Rooftop terrace

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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48 Arashiyama Kamikaidocho, Nishikyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 616-0016
  • Place, Arashiyama Onsen
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Togetsukyo Bridge
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Standard Family Room with Tatami Area

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Single Beds and 3 Single Futons

Junior Suite

  • Mountain view
  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Dining Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 63 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Deluxe Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

Junior Suite With Mini Kitchen

  • Sleeps 4

Superior Family Room

  • Sleeps 5

Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Standard Family Room with Tatami Area

  • Sleeps 5

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About the area

Kyoto

Located in Kyoto (Arashiyama), The GrandWest Arashiyama is within a 15-minute walk of Togetsukyo Bridge and Tenryu-ji Temple. .This family-friendly hotel is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Bamboo Forest Street and 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from Ryoan-ji Temple.

What's nearby

  • Arashiyama Onsen - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Togetsukyo Bridge - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Bamboo Forest Street - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Arashiyama Bamboo Grove - 4 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Saga-Arashiyama Station - 2 min drive
  • Hankyu Arashiyama Station - 5 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 115 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪レストラン嵐山 - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪嵐山 よしむら - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪かづら野清修庵 - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪YOSIYA KYOTO - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪渡月亭 松風閣 - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The GrandWest Arashiyama

Family-friendly hotel with a coffee shop, 8-minute walk to Togetsukyo Bridge
The GrandWest Arashiyama offers 10 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and slippers. Rooms open to balconies. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include complimentary bicycles.
Public bath/onsen services include a yukata (Japanese robe).
Stay in one of 10 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Enjoy a meal at Kyocafe chach嵐山 or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe.
Featured amenities include multilingual staff and luggage storage.
Kyocafe chach嵐山 - Onsite café.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking; reservations required
  • Offsite parking; reservations required

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Kyocafe chach嵐山

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • High chair
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Garden

Spa

  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

GrandWest Arashiyama Hotel
GrandWest Arashiyama
The GrandWest Arashiyama Hotel
The GrandWest Arashiyama Kyoto
The GrandWest Arashiyama Hotel Kyoto

The GrandWest Arashiyama Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 149 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 149 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 149 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 149 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 149 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Modern hotel with old Japan touches. Loved the yakata robes and tatami mat floors. Most comfy Japanese hotel bed ever. The cafe that serves breakfast below was amazing and I loved the quiet location in Arashiyama. It was an easy 15 minute walk to the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mi Ae

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Excellent stay! The staff were very kind and helpful, and the room was spotless. Everything was comfortable and well-maintained, and I really loved my stay here. I would definitely come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at the GrandWest Arashiyama was exceptional. The room was spacious and clean, reception was incredibly helpful, and the location was quiet and idyllic. During our stay we made the most of the amenities including free refreshments, a washing/drying machine, and a cute cafe situated just downstairs from the hotel entrance. Our stay here was easily one of the best parts of our trip to Japan and I highly encourage those visiting Arashiyama to consider this hotel!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jooho

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I’ll definitely come back here again if I return to Kyoto.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Que

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff at the lobby
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Satchel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was really amazing. Breakfast was great too. Rooms were clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

matthew

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Impeccably clean, graciously accommodating, peaceful and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yasmeen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is GrandWest is very clean, spacious and comfortable, with a Japanese modern style. We love it. The property is very close to the Arashiyama train station, 6 mins walk. It is also very close to the shopping downtown place, walkable maybe around 10 minutes walk. Property is at a very convenient location. The customer service is also very good. Excellent overall.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious and clean. Modern style with exposed concrete walls. Amenities include free coffee and tea in the lobby and toiletries include hair ties in the room. Breakfast in the cafe downstairs was excellent and included yogurt parfait, egg, waffle, salad, sausage, bacon and a drink. Very friendly staff with personalized note in the room and thank you upon check out. Traditional robes for each person included on each bed including the kids. Only downside - no elevators, also a bit of a walk (15-20 min) to temple and bamboo garden and JR but nice to be a little out of the way from the most touristy street.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tomoko

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The staff were kind and welcoming, and the location was perfect—peaceful, not noisy or crowded. There were many sightseeing spots along the street leading to Arashiyama Station (JR), which made exploring the area very enjoyable. The hot bath was very relaxing, and the bed was super comfortable. I would love to come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We absolutely loved everything about this hotel! The location is perfectly tucked away off the beaten path—peaceful and quiet, yet still convenient. The room was spacious and the beds were incredibly comfortable. To top it off, the breakfast was delicious with plenty of options. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

We enjoyed our three night stay at the GrandWest Arashiyama
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, walkable to many sites.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

jue zhao, Richmondhill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Services are great, clean and hugeee rooms
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emiko

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very kind n helpful. Walkable to all three stations. The room was very specious and clean. Great place to stay with small children.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
There were 5 of us in our room and it was perfect. The staff were so wonderful. And the convenience of going for breakfast every morning was such a great perk. Thank you so much.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Namchan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Greeted very kindly and helped to our spacious room which we were so happily able to get into an hour early. This was our fifth hotel in the Kansai area and it was a treat to be able to experience more of an apartment type feel and have so much space to spread out. Loved the bed and down comforter after a long day of walking! It was great to have access to water and a coffee machine in the lobby. Breakfast was very good although my husband and I thought the waffles were too dense and sweet…tasted more like a dessert. The location was within 10-20 minutes walking distance to all the major sites in Arashiyama and your luggage can be held until 4pm after your checkout. It took care of one more thing we would have to think about in order to better enjoy our trip. The only comment I would make is to check all the doors/gate hinges for excessive squeaking. I felt bad whenever we had to open certain ones because they were so loud especially very early in the morning. Otherwise we’re glad we stayed here and appreciated the sincerity of the staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHI MING, Calgary

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very nice and helpful
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ada

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the homely and cozy style of the guestroom and the family setting of the in room facilities. Enjoy the breakfast and apa facilities partnered with the hotel. I will indeed recommend others and return when I visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Damon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay here. The hotel staff were excellent and the rooms were spacious, very clean and luxurious. Attractions were all within reasonable walking distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024