LOCATION: The Westin Miyako Kyoto commands spectacular views of the ancient Capital. Its prestigious history and luxurious amenities make it the perfect destination choice.

Sprawled on the northern foot of Mount Kacho, a noted peak in the Higashiyama Mountains. Kansai International Airport is 10km away. Nearby are downtown historic Kyoto and some places of attraction and cultural relics, amongst which are various temples and shrines, the Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art, the Kyoto Imperial Palace and Zen Gardens.

An 11-storey deluxe resort-hotel providing a quiet and cozy ambience, serving as the cultural capital of Japan and commanding a panoramic view of the ancient city of Kyoto and its natural beauty throughout the seasons.

ACCOMMODATION: With 528 guest rooms, most of which are Western-styled. The limited Japanese-styled rooms are available in the annex of "Sukiya" - the hotel's tea ceremony cottage. Room amenities include air-conditioning, cable/satellite TV, IDD telephone, radio, refrigerator, mini bar, tea facilities, soundproof facilities, alarm clock, writing desk, in-room safe, hairdryer, bathrobes and ensuite baths. Some rooms have balconies or terraces, and therefore command city views. Non-smoking and handicap rooms are also available.

» Superior rooms are 30sq.m wide, while Deluxe rooms are 38sq.m. » Junior Suites have an area of 52sq.m and consist of a sitting room and a bedroom. The room can be divided into 2 with a curtain if guest desires. Room has a capacity for 2 persons. » Suites have an area of 78sq.m and a capacity for 2 persons. » Most Japanese Rooms have a capacity for 4 persons, while some has only a 3-person capacity. Guests sleep on a futon, as these rooms do not contain any beds.

RESTAURANT: At the Grand View restaurant is a panoramic view of the ancient capital. Linden café-restaurant provides food and drink from early morning to late at night. At the hotel's night lounge, cocktails are served with live music playing. Room service is available.

With 12 Restaurants and bars for guests to choose from. Espoir is a French restaurant, while Shisen is a Chinese restaurant. Authentic Kyoto cuisine is offered at the Japanese restaurant, Hamasaku, whereas Teppanyaki is offered at Kunugi.

FACILITIES: The Miyako's Japanese landscape garden, designated as a cultural asset of Kyoto, offers opportunities to appreciate nature while walking around its 800m long bird watching trail. Other recreational facilities are a sauna, a Jacuzzi/spa, a swimming pool and a tennis court.

Its 16 banquet and party/conference rooms can accommodate a maximum of 2,000 people. Mizuho-no-ma banquet hall is 1,650sq.m wide. Other available facilities include barber/beauty salon, boutiques/shops, car rental/car hire, tour desk/travel agency, information desk, currency exchange, safe deposit box, translation facilities/interpreter, house doctor, babysitter, laundry & dry cleaning service, postal service, valet service and free parking.