Review: Hilton Kyoto (Opened 2024) – Executive Room Upgrade, Lounge, Breakfast & Rooftop Bar

Review: Hilton Kyoto (Opened 2024) – Executive Room Upgrade, Lounge, Breakfast & Rooftop Bar

When I decided to visit Kyoto during this trip back to Japan, the first place that came to mind was the newly opened Hilton Kyoto, which welcomed its first guests in September 2024. After checking out of the DoubleTree Kyoto Higashiyama (full hotel review here), I headed straight to the Hilton Kyoto. The main purpose of my stay in Kyoto was to visit people I regularly work with, but since it’s Kyoto, I made sure to set aside some time for sightseeing as well. I was able to visit Rurikō-in, Mt. Hiei, and even cross over to the Shiga side to explore the Sakamoto area. Hilton Kyoto is conveniently located…

Review: DoubleTree by Hilton Kyoto Higashiyama – Rooms, Location & Diamond Member Benefits

Review: DoubleTree by Hilton Kyoto Higashiyama – Rooms, Location & Diamond Member Benefits

This year, I was able to visit Kyoto during my visit to Japan. Kyoto is always crowded in November, but this year, even in early November, the temperature hadn’t dropped much, and the autumn leaves were a little late, so it didn’t seem as crowded as I had expected. Before going to Kyoto, I stopped off at Expo Commemoration Park. I was able to fulfill my wish to see inside the Tower of the Sun, which has been open to the public since 2018. From Expo Commemoration Park, I took the monorail and then the Hankyu line to Kyoto Kawaramachi Station, where I could easily get to my accommodation: the…

Hilton Tokyo Review: Diamond Upgrade, Executive Lounge & Suite Stay Experience

Hilton Tokyo Review: Diamond Upgrade, Executive Lounge & Suite Stay Experience

Hilton Tokyo is an excellent choice for Hilton Honors members—especially Diamonds—thanks to its reliable suite upgrades, a strong Executive Lounge, and a convenient location in the heart of Nishi-Shinjuku. Whether you’re visiting for sightseeing or returning home for a short trip, the hotel offers comfort, convenience, and a touch of Japanese hospitality. When summer time switches to winter time at the end of October, the sun begins to set earlier in London and some days already require heating, making you feel the beginning of winter. Meanwhile, autumn is in full swing in Japan in November, which makes it the perfect season to return for a short visit. You may also…