Roku Kyoto - Hilton LXR hotel review
The Roku Kyoto LXR was the most relaxing part of my first Japan trip (and first time in Kyoto!) - if you are a Hilton loyalist and want to use a free night certificate in Kyoto - this was a nice use (and one night even made my Aspire fee worth it). I'd recommend for a more leisurely visit to Kyoto. Pros Amazing service - Akane was one of the nicest hotel staff I've ever met! Nice rooms with tubs - separate toilet area. Outdoor thermal pool was relaxing Picturesque valley away from hustle and bustle of city Cons Not super convenient for tourist sites besides Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion) Food is pricey ($200 semi-annual Aspire credit was not enough to cover dinner cost for two for one night) Not near public transit- have to taxi Grounds Lobby Checking in - tea room. On a Friday- was able to check in around 1 PM - but onsen rooms were all booked apparently. First Room - Deluxe King (top floor, regular/non-suite) Welcome amenity Only the boxed water on the bottom was complim