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THE HIRAMATSU Kyoto was born on Muromachi Street in Nakagyo Ward, the heart of Kyoto—an area dotted with long-established shops and convenient for sightseeing. A traditional Kyoto machiya townhouse, steeped in the city’s history and culture, has been given new value and reborn as an urban luxury Hotel. The Hotel features a kappo restaurant and a restaurant, and offers 29 spacious guest rooms where you can relax despite being in the city center. The design was supervised by Nakamura Sotoji Komuten of Kyoto, renowned in Japan and abroad as a leading workshop for sukiya-style architecture.

Located near the World Heritage Site Nijo Castle and Kyoto Imperial Palace, it offers an ideal location for both sightseeing and business. The interior, surrounded by a traditional Japanese garden, provides guests with a uniquely relaxing experience.

Located south of Kyoto Gyoen and along the historic Nijo Street, this area offers a serene atmosphere despite being in the heart of the city. Our 14 exclusive guest rooms range from a spacious 45 square meters to an impressive 80 square meters. The suite-type rooms are equipped with convenient amenities such as a kitchenette, microwave, and washer/dryer, making them highly recommended for families, guests with children, or groups. We promise a stress-free stay. Situated in a location with excellent access to tourist attractions, our staff, who are passionate about Kyoto, will gladly introduce you to hidden gem restaurants and recommended sightseeing spots.

In April 2022, the flagship brand of the Royal Park Hotels "THE" series, "Iconic Kyoto," opened in Karasuma Oike, Kyoto. It is approximately a 5-minute ride from JR Kyoto Station via the Karasuma Line of the municipal subway. The hotel is just a 2-minute walk from "Karasuma Oike" Station, where two subway lines intersect, offering excellent access to major tourist destinations. All 125 guest rooms, including one suite room, are over 25 square meters in size. The guest lounge "Iconic Lounge," spanning approximately 200 square meters, features terrace seating around a fire pit for your enjoyment. The concept of The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto is "Discovering a New You." It is an accommodation designed to provide various moments of realization and discovery during your stay. Through your time in this charming city and at our hotel, discover a new version of yourself and return to an upgraded daily life. Experience unique discoveries only at The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto!

Located in the heart of Kyoto, facing Oike Street, Hotel Ginmond Kyoto offers the convenience of the city center for tourism and business. A European-style boutique hotel blending traditional elegance with European sophistication. Your new journey begins here. All rooms are non-smoking.

A lush green café bar and a spacious rooftop terrace will make you forget you're in the middle of the city. A comfortable space created by time, sound, light, and the people who visit. When you feel connected to this space, it becomes your new special place.

On the quiet, serene Fuyacho Street—evoking the charm of a traditional Kyoto machiya—Risol’s third property in Kyoto, “Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto Oike Fuyacho,” has opened. At Oike Fuyacho, you can enjoy refined relaxation with features such as the “Garden of Light” that greets you the moment you step inside, a living lobby seamlessly connected to the main lobby, and an exclusive large public bath for guests to soothe travel fatigue.

Opened in 2019, the Hotel is conveniently located just a 5-minute walk from Karasuma Oike Subway Station. The building, featuring a historic design, is a renovated modern architecture originally built in 1914, allowing guests to feel its history up close during their stay. Additionally, the Property includes a hidden café bar, an apparel shop, and a shared kitchen. Guests can enjoy a unique and extraordinary stay. The rooms, accommodating up to four people, are equipped with a queen-size bed and a double-size sofa bed, making them perfect for anniversary trips or special getaways.

"Ryokan Kouro" is located in the heart of Kyoto, in the "Historic City Center" area within the Tanoji district, which is considered the central part of Kyoto. It is conveniently close to municipal subway and private railway stations, as well as a variety of restaurants and souvenir shops. Nishiki Market is just a 3-minute walk away, and Shinkyogoku and Kawaramachi are within a 5 to 10-minute walk.At the Ryokan, we take pride in serving our meals in your Room for both breakfast and dinner. While in-Room dining has become less common in recent years, you can enjoy the traditional Ryokan dining experience here. Our kaiseki cuisine, in particular, is highly praised for its use of seasonal ingredients and Kyoto-style presentation.Each Room is equipped with a private bath and toilet, but we also have a communal bath available. Though not large, the bath features a hinoki cypress tub, offering a relaxing way to unwind from your travels.In recent years, we have also introduced barrier-free Rooms. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you.

Hotel Monterey Kyoto is designed around the Arts & Crafts movement of Scotland in northern England and the historic city of Edinburgh. Kyoto and Edinburgh are sister cities, and they share many similarities as beautiful ancient capitals in Europe and Asia, with historic streetscapes and traditional lifestyles and culture. The design is based on a shared culture of craftsmanship.

Opened within "Shinpukan," a space that combines the preserved section of the historic former Kyoto Central Telephone Office with a newly constructed building, designed in collaboration between renowned Japanese architect Kengo Kuma and LA-based Commune Design.

Feel Kyoto, Feel the World, Feel the Four Seasons, and Enjoy with All Your Senses. Make your journey even better. An unprecedented, unique Kyoto night that can only be experienced here. A one-of-a-kind concept Hotel located near the heart of Kyoto, Karasuma Oike. HOTEL SHIKISAI KYOTO. We have prepared 8 special Rooms. Each unique space offers an extraordinary experience just for you. Enjoy the spacious areas and the distinct worldviews of each of the 8 Rooms.

Located in the heart of Kyoto since ancient times, Shinmachi Rokkaku lets you experience the city’s history and traditions up close. Standing in this lively area—especially during the Gion Festival—is “Kyoto Shinmachi Rokkaku Hotel grandereverie.” Though set in a highly convenient central location, our spacious, comfort-focused guest rooms offer a special time to unwind for every guest, from solo travelers to groups and families.

A single private Room occupying an entire floor, offering a spacious 60 square meters with large windows for a bright and open atmosphere. The unique interior design focuses on colors and textures, featuring Room wear, furnishings, and amenities centered around the Jürgen Lehl/Babaghuri brand—an experience exclusive to MALDA. For breakfast, enjoy seasonal organic vegetable dishes, passed down from the Jürgen Lehl staff cafeteria, served in your Room. Take your time to relax and reflect, free from the distractions and clutter of daily life, in the heart of Kyoto.

Tawara-an is an Accommodation renovated from a traditional Kyoto townhouse built in 1897. While preserving the original layout of the machiya row house once used as both workshop and home by an artisan who crafted the Imperial Seal (official seal) for the Imperial Family, it has been updated with interiors that bring a modern touch. The concept of this Kyoto machiya Accommodation is “a place to stay as if you live in Kyoto.” Enjoy Kyoto’s unique atmosphere to the fullest while staying here like a local.

The Room features a hinoki-leaf bath, and a small courtyard garden brings nature indoors. Just a 5-minute walk from Karasuma Oike, this vacation Hotel is designed for longer stays and includes a washer-dryer and microwave.

A modernly renovated Kyoto townhouse near the Kyoto Imperial Palace, this Property is a one-group-per-day exclusive rental. It features an open-plan living and dining area without partitions, providing a spacious and relaxing environment even for large groups, as well as a large courtyard garden that reflects the changing seasons. The water facilities have been completely updated for ease of use, and the kitchen, equipped with an IH stove and cooking utensils, allows you to enjoy cooking during your stay. With a Western-style bedroom, two Japanese-style Rooms, and a spacious washbasin area, this Property offers a luxurious and comfortable stay for both large groups and couples or married couples.

The designs by "Kyoto Denim" and the Kyoto candy-inspired creations by "Raku-chu Takaoka-ya" bring Kyoto's traditional craftsmanship and innovative style to enhance your stay. Additionally, the amenity bar featuring items such as lotion, bath salts, coffee, and soup is also highly appreciated.