Miyako Hotel
Published On: Aug 17, 2006

Miyako Hotel
1625 Post St
San Francisco, CA 94115
 

Everybody knows about Chinatown in San Francisco, but there is another unique cultural neighborhood that goes largely unnoticed. Located in the heart of Japantown town, the Miyako Hotel provides the perfect opportunity for those that want to indulge themselves in the Asian culture.

Situated in a part of town known as Little Osaka, the Miyako Hotel is surrounded by Asian culture at every turn. There are sushi bars as well as specialty shops on every corner. Other local attractions include Union Square, Fisherman's Wharf and the historic Filmore which is famous for its concerts.

Disguised as a rock garden, the hotel's parking lot maybe a little bit hard to find, just be sure to keep your eyes peeled for the bonsai trimmed pines and cobblestone driveway. The hotel grounds are accentuated by koi ponds which serve as soothing meditative retreats while the lobby features giant gold trimmed platters that depict the Japanese landscape.

Guestrooms come furnished with Japanese artwork and darkwood treatments so realistic that you would swear that you were staying in the Pacific. To round out the Asian vibe, the windows are covered by shoji panels that have been hand painted and sliding rice paper screens. Other room amenities include daily newspapers, private balconies and high-speed Internet access.

For those that are looking to sample a taste of the Orient without leaving California, the Miyako Hotel might be just the place you are looking for.



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