Riverside

Overview

Situated on the picturesque back streets of Kyoto not far from the Kamo River, Tofukuji Riverside is an impressive hotel complex that blends old-world Kyoto charm and style with modern, effortless comforts. With 11 rooms – a mix of twin and double – and options for connecting rooms, Tofukuji Riverside is a hotel that suits all traveling styles and groups. The facility’s interior design embraces a more western-style living design with pulse comfortable western-style beds, high seating and tables that can become easy impromptu desks, and short warm carpet throughout.

The rooms also feature kitchens, so guests can also enjoy the completely self-contained lifestyle, making their own meals and whipping up quick and tasty breakfasts. For those who’ve had the joy of staying in some of Kyoto’s traditional ryokans and are now looking for the familiar home comforts of a more western-style establishment, with a location that can’t be beaten, this is it.

Location

Tofukuji Riverside is ideally positioned in the center of Kyoto, making it a great place for exploring both my foot and by bicycle. It’s also just one train stop from Kyoto station and two from Fushimi Inari Taisha. If you’re looking to explore all of the city’s most well-known attractions, like Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kinkaku-Ji, and the Kyoto Imperial Palace, then staying at Riverside Tofukuji is definitely worth considering. In fact, Fushimi Inari Shrine is just 20 minutes door to door! The complex is also located right by the Kamo River, Kyoto’s most iconic waterway, and a picturesque destination for a stroll.

The facility is also an easy two minute walk from Tofukuji Station, which services the Keihan Main Line and Nara Line, offering easy access to the city and the wider Kyoto area. If you want to explore something a little more local, Manjuji Temple, a relatively unknown but lush and architecturally stunning temple, is situated right by Tofukuji Station, and it’s the perfect place for a casual afternoon stroll.

Tofukuji Riverside is also surrounded by excellent dining establishments offering all the culinary experiences there are to have in Kyoto. For western cuisine, be sure to check out Dragon Burger, a very popular, much-loved burger restaurant that offers both classic and Japanese fusion-style dishes. Nearby also sits Ramen Factory Kyoto, an excellent ramen restaurant where guests can also make their own noodles. Being in such a centrally located hotel, if it’s something else you’re after, just take a stroll down one of the back streets, and you’ll without question find something delicious.

Description

From its clean, simple exterior to its comfortable and well-sized rooms, Tofukuji Riverside is the palace you go for a stay that’s all about homely comforts and great locations. The hotel has 11 rooms in total – a mix of double, twin, and triple – and for those traveling in larger groups, like families, there are also rooms that connect, offering both privacy and accessibility. The interior design features cool, darker tones that are relaxing and soothing, contrasting perfectly with the crisp white bed sheets.

Thanks to the hotel’s great location, nine of the rooms boast wonderful river views and spectacular sunset views of Kyoto tower backdropped by the city’s hills. Two of the other rooms also boast quaint street views.

The bathrooms are new, well designed, and feature deep baths perfect for soaking in and relaxing after a long day exploring the city. While excellent local restaurants surround the area, Tofukuji Riverside’s rooms also have a small kitchenette great for whipping up an easy dinner on a night in. There are also all the amenities you’d expect from a stylish Shiki-managed property, including laundry, high-speed wireless internet, and if you do have any questions, our friendly multilingual staff are available at any time. Excellent location, comfortable facilities, and everything you’d need for a great stay, Tofukuji Riverside is an accommodation that ticks all the boxes.