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Located in Kyoto's historic Higashiyama district, Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto is a resort-style oasis set around Shakusui-en, an 800-year-old pond garden. The hotel features spacious guest rooms, suites, and private residences with garden views. Key amenities include seasonal dining options, a serene spa, cultural experiences, and easy access to Kyoto's iconic temples and the Gion district.
Guest rooms feature garden, courtyard or city views and incorporate Japanese art such as washi paper lamps and urushi lacquerware as well as natural wooden floors
The hotel’s cultural ambassador can arrange exclusive entry to private sites, including a behind-the-scenes visit to a historic Gion geisha house
The sumptuous spa includes a Japanese bath and a 20-metre swimming pool, one of the largest in Kyoto
Cultural experiences available for guests include sushi making, calligraphy and art classes and tea ceremony in the garden pavilion
Fine dining, steak, seafood and sushi is available from the four restaurants and bars, with Fuju lounge a centrepiece teahouse by the fish pond
Set within the hills above the city, yet just a short walk from the Kiyomizu temple and down the hill to Gion, the Banyan Tree Higashiyama enjoys a distinctive location combining the city with gardens and green space. A boutique hotel with 57 rooms, modern facilities and comfort are incorporated into a distinctive 21st Century Japanese design.
Situated directly adjacent to Nijo Castle, Hotel the Mitsui Kyoto stands on the historic 250-year-old former estate of the Mitsui family. Featuring the restored 300-year-old Kajiimiya Gate, 160 refined rooms, a tranquil central courtyard garden, innovative dining, and a thermal spring spa fed by natural hot springs, it offers an authentic, luxurious gateway to ancient Kyoto
Six Senses Kyoto is an urban retreat situated in the historic Higashiyama district, close to Kiyomizu temple and the city's historic landmarks. Seamlessly blending traditional Japanese design with modern luxury, the hotel offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city. Guests can recharge at the world-class Six Senses Spa, savor organic micro-seasonal dining at Sekki, and enjoy craft cocktails at the rooftop bar.
Situated directly opposite historic Nijo Castle, its ancient curved roofs, moat, and gardens, Garrya Nijo Castle sits in the heart of Kyoto. This 25-room boutique retreat features a minimalist, modern Japanese design centered using natural light and with a serene reflecting garden. The prime setting makes the hotel an ideal walkable base for exploring nearby temples, gardens, and city sights
Situated beside the historic Sanjo Ohashi Bridge and the Kamogawa River, Dhawa Yura Kyoto is a vibrant boutique hotel perfectly positioned for exploring the ancient capital. Just steps from the historic Gion district, Nishiki Market, and the bustling Kawaramachi area, the hotel offers an enviable base. Inside, sleek modern design seamlessly incorporates artwork and elements honouring Kyoto's rich heritage, anchored by a dramatic underground bamboo garden. With stylish, well-appointed rooms, an inviting grill restaurant, an intimate lounge bar, and a serene spa, Dhawa Yura is a sophisticated, highly appealing all-rounder