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Inheriting the charm of the long-standing history cultivated in this land, a stage where people gather, relax, and connect. ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Kyoto welcomes you with utmost hospitality, luxury, and meticulous care. Enjoy a high-grade space interwoven with contemporary sensibilities by the side of Nijo Castle.

A luxurious private space to spend time away from the hustle and bustle of Kyoto. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Kyoto, the cultural heart of Japan, and experience traditional Japanese culture such as tea ceremonies, kimono, and maiko. Enjoy unique experiences in clothing, cuisine, and living that can only be found here. Hospitality that deeply enriches the soul.【Completed in 2022】 We have renovated the baths of "Gyokuro" and "Bettei." We look forward to welcoming you with a fresh new look.Please take the opportunity to experience the ultimate time with us.

HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO is a five-star luxury Hotel built on a site with deep ties to the Mitsui family, overlooking Nijo Castle in Kyoto. Inspired by the Japanese tea house tradition of welcoming and entertaining cherished guests, the Hotel offers 160 guestrooms crafted with carefully selected natural materials and exceptional artisanal techniques. Restaurants and bars—featuring innovative Kyoto French cuisine as well as Italian dining—are arranged around the garden, offering a fulfilling time alongside seasonal scenery. The SPA area also features a natural Onsen spring that rises on-site, delivering a refined, tranquil setting and warm hospitality for a truly comfortable stay. Awarded the highest rating of three Michelin Keys for two consecutive years in the “MICHELIN Guide Hotel Selection 2025.” Selected as a Five-Star Hotel for five consecutive years in the “Forbes Travel Guide 2025,” and also awarded Five Stars in the spa category.

A nostalgic traditional Kyoto townhouse, preserving its original passageway and firebox.

Kyoyado USAGI revives traditional Kyoto townhouses into luxurious suites with the concept of "Staying as if living in Kyoto," blending traditional architecture with Western styles. It is a relaxing Property with spacious rooms and comprehensive Facilities, serving as a hidden retreat in Kyoto.

"Kiraku Kyoto Anekoji" is a Property located in the Horikawa Oike area, close to the World Heritage site Nijo Castle. The 125-square-meter, two-story Room combines the traditional machiya architecture from the Taisho era with modern design. As you step up from the Kyoto-style earthen floor into the living room, a unique transparent-floored tea room appears, creating a sense of openness and enveloping you in the warm, traditional Kyoto atmosphere. Beyond the living room and Japanese-style Room, there are two distinctive baths. The original Shigaraki ware ceramic bath retains heat well, warming you to the core. Step outside through a small nijiriguchi (low entrance), and you'll find an open-air bath designed by a renowned garden designer, based on the concept of a "soakable karesansui" (dry landscape garden), offering guests a one-of-a-kind experience. Escape from the ordinary and indulge in a luxurious time that can only be experienced here.

Property Yurakuan is located near the World Heritage Nijo Castle and the traditional Sanjo Shopping Street. This nearly 100-year-old Kyoto townhouse has been renovated while preserving its traditional design, and is exclusively available for one group per day. Enjoy a relaxing Kyoto experience in a private space with your loved ones.

A whole two-story traditional Kyoto townhouse available for private rental, accommodating up to 9 guests. Each floor is equipped with a living room, kitchen, bathroom, and toilet! Perfect for families, multi-generational families, or group trips! Safe and comfortable for small children as well. With a fully equipped kitchen, you can bring your favorite ingredients and cook your meals. Cooking utensils are provided, so you can come empty-handed! Enjoy quality time with delicious food and drinks. Many guests have loved their stay so much that they keep coming back! Located within a 10-minute walk to World Heritage Nijo Castle, Kyoto Imperial Palace, and Nishiki Market. Miyaki-tei offers the charm of experiencing both sightseeing and everyday life. Surrounding the townhouse, you'll find Kyoto's unique shops, including tea houses, Japanese confectionery stores, restaurants, pottery shops, and incense stores. Enjoy dining and shopping during your stay. Why not experience Kyoto's history through a unique townhouse stay that’s unlike your usual accommodations? *Please search for availability with a minimum of 2 nights. Depending on availability, we may accommodate 1-night stays, so feel free to inquire.

Once built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi and known as the “phantom castle,” Jurakudai. This Accommodation is a renovated traditional machiya townhouse located near its former site. Featuring a living room and bathroom facing a charming Japanese courtyard garden, a bedroom with two semi-double beds, and a tatami room, it comfortably accommodates up to 7 guests—from couples and spouses to families and friends traveling together. With a self-catering kitchen and an in-unit washer-dryer, it is also ideal for mid- to long-term stays. Enjoy an elevated stay at this machiya Accommodation, where lively travel conversations flow and time passes at an unhurried pace.

A private, whole-house Accommodation limited to one group per day, “Yumeha” is about a 5-minute walk from Kyoto’s UNESCO World Heritage site Nijo Castle—steeped in Tokugawa shogunate history—and Shinsenen Garden, which preserves the legacy of ancient Heian-kyo. This fully private machiya townhouse Accommodation lets you experience the refined elegance unique to Kyoto, woven through centuries of history. This historic machiya, over 110 years old, features the classic long and narrow “eel’s bed” layout that extends deep into the property. It offers a spacious living and dining area, a bathroom with views of an inner courtyard garden (tsuboniwa), a kitchen for self-catering, and three bedrooms so even larger groups can sleep separately. Up to 6 guests can stay. Enjoy an elevated stay at “Yumeha,” where calm and unhurried time flows in this traditional machiya townhouse Accommodation.

Urban Hotel Kyoto Nijo Premium is located in the historic area of Nijo, within walking distance of the World Heritage Site "Nijo Castle," offering an excellent location. With the nearest JR and subway stations, as well as city bus and JR bus stops nearby, it provides outstanding access as a base for sightseeing to destinations such as Arashiyama and Higashiyama. The Hotel features separate large public baths for men and women, and the washroom spaces in the Room are equipped with luxurious shower booths. Each Room is adorned with subtle touches of "Kyoto essence," including art carefully crafted by Kyoto-affiliated artists, lights featuring Yuzen patterns, and bamboo stools.

Opened in 2021. Located in a prime location, about a 2-minute walk from JR "Nijo" Station and within walking distance to Nijo Castle. Direct access to the Arashiyama area by JR and to "Higashiyama" Station, lined with temples and shrines, from Subway "Nijo" Station without transfers. On the first floor of the Hotel, the "CANVAS Lounge" offers complimentary coffee and tea for staying guests, a social space where guests can sometimes work, sometimes play, and connect with hotel staff and locals. Together with the large public bath and gym, we offer a "FUN," "LOCAL," and "CONNECT" stay unique to CANVAS.

A 3-minute walk from Nijo Castle. A dog-first Hotel where you can enjoy Child Sharing Existing Bedding with your beloved dog.Your dog is the star. A relaxing, comforting stay designed around your dog.A Hotel where your cherished family member can feel as comfortable as at home, even while traveling.

KOKO HOTEL Residence is set to open near Nijo Castle, in the tranquil heart of Kyoto where time flows gently. Experience moments of relaxation in a serene space embraced by the whispers of trees and the charm of the ancient capital. We look forward to welcoming you at KOKO, where your journey will weave into a new story.

Located in the heart of Kyoto, near the Imperial Palace, MATERIAL Fuchomae offers a prime location. It is also close to the famous Nijo Castle, and from the nearest bus stop, you can access various tourist attractions. The Rooms include a twin Room featuring a wall-sized mirror, a family suite Room exuding the warmth of solid wood, and a deluxe suite Room with a semi-open-air bath and kitchen in a penthouse style. On the first floor, the bar offers a variety of seasonal drinks. While there are restrictions and limited availability, the property also features a partnered parking lot, which is a great Point. Enjoy a wonderful stay while exploring the local charm of Kyoto.