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Kyoto, Japan Hotel the Mitsui Kyoto

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

What we love about Hotel the Mitsui Kyoto

Rooms in luxurious Japanese design include stone baths, and the Nijo rooms have unique views of historic Nijo Castle

The hotel reflects the unique history of the location with original artifacts, expertly landscaped gardens and water features and is an ideal base to explore the historic centre of Kyoto

The spa is fed by a natural hot spring with healing baths complementing traditional therapies. Guests can stay in the Onsen Suite with a private hot spring bath and garden

Toki restaurant offers award winning Japanese-French fusion cuisine while Italian grills and pizzas are served at Forni and the Garden Bar offers drinks and bites set among the Japanese gardens

For a true Kyoto experience join the tea master for a traditional tea ceremony at the dedicated Chakyo alcove

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