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With the spirit of “Raisha Nyoki” (welcoming you as if returning home) and a deep respect for tradition, we have long hosted Bakumatsu-era patriots, members of the Imperial family, writers and artists, as well as guests from overseas. Our cuisine features kaiseki that reflects Kyoto’s annual events and the changing seasons. We would be delighted if you would spend a peaceful time at our historic Ryokan, embracing a culture that cherishes fine craftsmanship and harmony with nature.

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.

A renowned Ryokan, Sumiya Ryokan, featuring a sukiya-style architecture, offers an exceptional sense of tranquility that feels far removed from the bustling streets of Kyoto. The kaiseki dinner is exquisite, and on the evenings of the 7th and 17th each month, tea ceremonies are held in the tea room for your enjoyment.

Just a short walk from Todai Road... "Matsui Honkan" exudes a charming ambiance, and stepping inside, you can feel the serene breeze of Kyoto. A special space different from the usual. It is an invitation to a high-quality extraordinary experience... Your Kyoto journey begins here...

A compact luxury villa with 12 rooms located in Sanjo Muromachi, Kyoto, where the history of the ancient capital breathes. We pursued a style that harmonizes the elegance and tranquility of the ancient capital, tradition, and innovation. Enjoy an extraordinary and elegant moment at this hidden private residence.

Yoshikawa was established as a culinary Ryokan after World War II, located near the Kyoto Imperial Palace in the heart of Rakuchu. The garden, known as "Taikyoen," is said to have been designed by Enshu Kobori and retains some features from the Edo period. The Sukiya-style building, once a residence of a wealthy merchant, offers an atmosphere of tranquility and charm that feels far removed from the bustling city. We hope you will enjoy your stay at our culinary Ryokan, where you can relax and feel at home.

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.

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.

TRADITION Kyoto is a city known as "a continuation of tradition and innovation." Established in 1873, Kanamean Nishitomiya cherishes this spirit, constantly evolving and discovering newness within tradition. CREATION Kanamean Nishitomiya is a beautiful Property designed in the sukiya-zukuri style, reflecting Kyoto's tea ceremony culture. It offers a blend of Kyoto's cultural essence with modern sensibilities. This harmony is also evident in the cuisine, featuring kaiseki meals that highlight seasonal ingredients and the six-seat counter-style kappo dining experience at "Kaname." INNOVATION As the only member of Relais & Châteaux in Kyoto, we take pride in providing heartfelt hospitality that is possible with just eight rooms. We strive to create a Property that delights guests from Japan and around the world.

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.

About a 2-minute walk from Karasuma Oike Station on the Kyoto Municipal Subway Karasuma Line, easily accessible from JR Kyoto Station. This Hotel faces Oike-dori, Kyoto’s main street where the Gion Festival Yamaboko Junko parade takes place. With excellent access to the city’s major sights, it is an ideal base for exploring the ancient capital in style.The guest rooms are simple yet refined spaces featuring lattice-inspired design reminiscent of Kyoto’s narrow alleyways. Soft natural light filters in, creating a calm and relaxing atmosphere.In the lounge, available to all staying guests, we offer time-specific food presentations such as afternoon tea featuring sweets from “Sadaharu Aoki Paris Karasuma Oike,” as well as cocktail time where you can freely enjoy draft beer, sake, and more.The Hotel also features an on-site dining & café with views of Oike-dori. Start your morning with wellness salads made with fresh vegetables and fruit, along with freshly prepared egg dishes. In the afternoon, enjoy an elegant tea time paired with colorful contemporary sweets.

A 3-minute walk from Karasuma Oike Station and 8 minutes from Shijo Karasuma, ideally located at a central crossroads in Kyoto City. Facing Sanjo-dori, the main street of early modern Kyoto, the exterior features a brick-inspired design that blends with the historic yet modern streetscape. The street-facing “Front” offers an open restaurant where you can feel the city’s lively atmosphere, and beyond the approach lies the private “Inner” area reserved exclusively for Hotel guests. A lobby lounge opens out overlooking the courtyard. Enjoy well-equipped Facilities including a large public bath and private spas with a small garden and living space, along with a wide selection of guest rooms such as suite types embracing the courtyard and rooms equipped with a washing machine. Blend into Kyoto’s everyday life and enjoy the city as if you live here. From this place, we propose a new kind of Kyoto stay like never before.

Newly opened in Kyoto, a city with over a thousand years of history, our Hotel offers an intimate luxury stay where tradition and innovation meet—letting you experience Kyoto as it is today. Step inside and you’ll find refined contemporary design complemented by Kyoto-inspired details and art throughout. Each guest room features a spacious bathroom to soothe travel fatigue, along with a minibar stocked with drinks. In your private space, enjoy truly indulgent moments at your leisure. With historic streetscapes and temples nearby, as well as popular restaurants and galleries within walking distance, our location makes it easy to explore Kyoto’s many charms freely. A special experience found only here awaits guests from around the world. Discover a new kind of luxury in Kyoto.

Newly opened in Kyoto, where a thousand years of history lives on, our Hotel offers an intimate luxury stay that lets you experience Kyoto’s “now,” where tradition meets innovation. Step inside and you’ll find refined contemporary design brought to life with Kyoto-inspired details and art throughout. Each guest room features a spacious bathroom to soothe travel fatigue and a minibar stocked with drinks. In your private space, savor every moment of indulgence at your leisure. With traditional streetscapes and temples nearby—along with popular restaurants and galleries all within walking distance—our location makes it easy to explore Kyoto’s many charms freely. A special experience found only here awaits guests from around the world. Discover a new kind of luxury in Kyoto.

A designated Tangible Cultural Property of Kyoto City, this traditional Kyoto townhouse (the former Ban Residence) has been carefully preserved and renovated, and redesigned as a lounge.While retaining the original character of a classic machiya, we offer a stay that lets you experience living in Kyoto.

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.

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.

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.

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.