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With a history dating back to 1888, its serene ambiance and hospitality that has welcomed numerous guests remain unchanged, promising a comfortable stay in Kyoto. The entrance lobby exudes a European image infused with the elegance of Japanese tradition. Every encounter with guests begins with warmth. Hotel Okura Kyoto is centrally located in Kyoto city, offering great convenience to famous attractions such as Gion, Pontocho, and the Kamo River.

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.

Kamogawa-kan is located at the western end of Sanjo Ohashi, the starting point of the western Tokaido 53 Stations. It offers an ideal location for sightseeing in Kyoto, with Gion and Pontocho within walking distance. Enjoy seasonal Kyoto kaiseki cuisine in guest rooms with stunning views of the Kamo River and Higashiyama.

Kyoto has the term "ho-kko-ri." After a busy day's work, enjoying carefully brewed tea while saying "ho-kko-ri" expresses a feeling of relaxation. Gion Shinmonso strives daily to be a "ho-kko-ri" Property where guests can relieve their travel fatigue. We look forward to welcoming you.

We offer guest rooms with views of the Kamo River, one of Kyoto’s most scenic spots, and lush courtyard greenery. An ideal location within walking distance of Kyoto’s famous sights such as Gion and Pontocho. The lobby features a courtyard where you can feel the changing seasons, allowing you to fully enjoy your Kyoto stay while remaining in the Hotel. With Japanese touches throughout that harmonize with the ancient capital, the Hotel is equipped with a large public bath and offers an extraordinary, luxurious space for relaxation. At Restaurant Suikyo, enjoy refined Hotel-made cuisine crafted by our chef using local Kyoto ingredients.

Cross Hotel Kyoto is located along Ryoma Street, just one block from Kawaramachi Sanjo. It is within a 10-minute walk from Keihan Railway, Hankyu Railway, and Kyoto City Subway Tozai Line. The hotel offers excellent access to Kyoto's famous sightseeing spots. To the east of the hotel are Kiyamachi Street and Pontocho, while to the west lies Kawaramachi Street, making it a convenient location for enjoying gourmet dining and shopping. Make Cross Hotel Kyoto your base and enjoy a charming journey through Kyoto.

The Gate Hotel Kyoto Takasegawa by HULIC is a Hotel renovated from the former Mototatsusei Elementary School building.It features sophisticated, distinctive guest rooms, an exclusive “Lounge & Patio” for guests, and an open restaurant on the top floor with panoramic views of the Higashiyama mountain range.While preserving the atmosphere of the former school building, the Hotel actively incorporates traditional and local culture, aiming to grow together with the community.Access: 3 minutes on foot from Hankyu Kyoto Line “Kyoto-Kawaramachi Station,” and 5 minutes on foot from Keihan Main Line “Gion-Shijo Station.”

Located on Shinmonzen Street, known as a hub for antique art, and quietly nestled beside the serene waters of Gion Shirakawa, The Shinmonzen is a luxury boutique Hotel. Inspired by the spirit of traditional Japanese Ryokan, it was designed for modern travelers by world-renowned architect Tadao Ando and cosmopolitan interior designer Rémi Tessier. Its sister hotel in Provence, Villa La Coste, also showcases exceptional architecture and artistry. Kyoto and France—nurturing history, art, and nature. Experience a special moment wrapped in tranquility at The Shinmonzen.

In autumn 2024, Hilton Kyoto, the first "Hilton Hotels & Resorts" brand in Kyoto, opened in Kawaramachi Sanjo, a bustling area filled with traditional Kyoto restaurants and shops. Located just a 15-minute drive from the UNESCO World Heritage Site Nijo Castle, a 1-minute walk from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Subway Station, and a 15-minute drive from Kyoto Station, it offers an ideal location for both sightseeing and business. The hotel features 313 rooms centered around spacious standard rooms of approximately 40 square meters. On the rooftop, guests can relax at an open-air bar while enjoying views of Kyoto. Additional facilities include a restaurant, café, gym, and indoor pool.

STITCH Hotel Kyoto is a long-stay apartment-style accommodation located in the heart of Kyoto, just a 30-second walk from the nearest station. Each room is equipped with a kitchen, microwave, refrigerator, washing machine, and Wi-Fi for your convenience, making self-catering easy. The spacious rooms can accommodate more than five guests—rare in Kyoto—making it ideal for families or groups. Some rooms feature comfortable sofas and beds for ultimate relaxation, while others include functional desks perfect for workations. With excellent access to sightseeing and shopping areas, you can enjoy your stay as if you were living in Kyoto.

The building, constructed during the mid-Meiji and Taisho periods, features the Gion townhouse style, preserving the traditional charm of old Japan. It has been renovated to enhance comfort while maintaining its original form and ambiance. After the war, Nobel Prize-winning author Yasunari Kawabata visited Jugiya and remarked, "This is a quintessential Kyoto home." Today, Jugiya still retains the atmosphere of that time.

A renovated traditional Kyoto townhouse near the antique district of Gion, exclusively for one group per day. Natural light from the skylight creates an open atmosphere. Modern facilities include a bathroom with garden views and a kitchen equipped for self-catering.

"Shikion-an Gion Shirakawa," situated along the Shirakawa River flowing through Japan's renowned antique district, offers a broad enjoyment of the city's four seasons: cherry blossoms in spring, fireflies in summer, autumn foliage, and snowy landscapes in winter.

An exclusive Property for one group per day, renovated from a traditional Kyoto townhouse near the Gion teahouse district with Kyoto's characteristic scenery. The dining room features a beautiful Japanese painting on the wall, and there is a tea room utilizing traditional architectural techniques. Includes a Western-style bedroom, two Japanese-style rooms, a self-catering kitchen, and two toilets, offering comfort and luxury for couples or groups.

A hidden adult retreat in a Kyoto townhouse, nestled in an alley near Shirakawa, which flows through the heart of Gion. The property features a single-story lounge building overlooking two distinct gardens, a bath area with a soothing hinoki wood tub, and a guestroom building comprising a bedroom and a Japanese-style room. All of these spaces are exclusively reserved for your private use. Moving between the two buildings in sandals feels like having a small Ryokan all to yourself, elevating the experience.The lounge building, which includes a raised Japanese-style room, a large sofa overlooking the garden, and a mini kitchen, is stocked with Kyoto's local sake and other beverages for your enjoyment. We recommend relaxing with your favorite drink in a luxurious gold-leaf glass while taking in the garden views during a bath. Spend a moment of minimal luxury in a spacious setting imbued with the charm of Kyoto.

Keihan Sanjo Station and Subway Sanjo Station are just a 2-minute walk away, with popular attractions such as Yasaka Shrine, Hanamikoji Street, Kiyomizu Temple, and Kennin-ji Temple, as well as restaurants and department stores within walking distance. From the windows of some Rooms, you can enjoy views of cherry blossoms in spring or the Kamogawa River. In summer, experience Kyoto's unique river dining decks (kawadoko) along with seasonal scenery. Each Room is equipped with unparalleled amenities including full-floor heating throughout the Facility during winter, microbubble baths in every Room, and luxurious bath amenities to ensure the utmost comfort for your stay.

Kyoto, a historic city representing the world. Among its many districts, Gion remains the only place where the vibrant echoes of history still linger. The "great flow of time" that can be felt just by walking through the streets reminds us of the "outline of origins." This area, which has flourished since ancient times as the temple town of Chion-in on Mt. Kacho, is home to Kyoto Gion's Shinmonzen and Furumonzen streets, lined with antique shops. Here, "Hotel Gion Bisaki" and "Hotel Gion Bisaki Furumonzen" have opened simultaneously. Come and experience the essence of "beauty beyond" that we have carefully crafted.

The word "ARU -在る-" embodies the desire to be a Hotel that continues to exist in that place, transcending time. Originating from the timber merchant district along the Takase River, Sanjo and Kiyamachi Street have inherited the bustling atmosphere from the Edo to Meiji and Taisho eras, influenced by Western culture. This area carries universal values and romance that have been cherished by people across generations. While respecting and preserving the history and traditions of this town, we aim to create new values and culture, weaving a better future as a Hotel. Just as "mizuhiki," a symbol of gratitude, remains timeless, we hope that this Hotel will always "be" on Kiyamachi Street, bringing great joy to both the locals and visitors from afar.

A Hotel where you can stay as if you were living, featuring the charm and playful spirit unique to Kyoto townhouses. It is more suitable for long-term stays, with all Rooms equipped with kitchens and a full range of cooking utensils, including rice cookers. The top-floor Rooms offer a unique Kyoto experience with features such as a dry landscape garden and open-air baths. Within the Property, there is a kimono dressing tenant, "Gokufujinoka," allowing you to explore in kimono or yukata. Nearby attractions include Heian Shrine and the Kyocera Museum of Art, and every winter, we accommodate many guests visiting for Kyoto University entrance exams.

Our Property is a serene Kyoto-style accommodation in the Sukiya tradition. Here, you can deeply experience the essence of Kyoto. Located by Gion Shinbashi and Shirakawa, it is one of the most quintessentially Kyoto places, where Maiko stroll along the stone-paved paths with red latticework at dusk. Additionally, you can leisurely enjoy seasonal cuisine in your Room.