Kyoto & Around

Secreted among lush forests, Kyoto is the antidote to Tokyo – a serene ensemble of gardens, shrines and temples. Kyoto was the imperial capital until 1868 and is modern day Japan’s cultural centre with its white-faced Geishas, traditional tea ceremonies and atmospheric dining. It’s the perfect place to while away a few days, wandering old lanes and getting to know the cultural heart of Japan.

Kyoto

Kyoto’s signature is its temples, palaces and shrines. One of our favourites is the Kinkakuji Temple because of the way its golden layers reflect in the pond below. We also recommend the Ryoanji Temple with its distinctive rock garden, and impressive Nijo Castle, a former shogun residence. To us, Kyoto is also about experiences: ambling around in Gion, the Geisha district, taking part in a traditional tea ceremony or treating your taste buds at Nishiki Market, which is a hive of centuries-old Japanese culinary activity.

Where to go in Kyoto & Around

Places near Kyoto & Around

Amanohashidate

Amanohashidate

Kyoto

Kyoto

Nagoya

Nagoya

Toyooka

Toyooka

HOTEL THE MITSUI

HOTEL THE MITSUI

Kyoto, Kyoto & Around, Japan

Combining Kyoto’s cultural heritage with contemporary design, this serene hotel stands on the site of the former Mitsui family residence. With a strolling garden, tranquil ceremonial room and thermal spa, this is where old Japan meets modern elegance.

Amanemu

Amanemu

Ise Peninsula, Mie, Japan

Amanemu provides the ultimate luxury retreat in the heart of the Ise Shima National Park. Based on the ryokan tradition, Amanemu will offer its guests a unique sanctuary with stunning views over the Ago Bay.

The Thousand Kyoto

The Thousand Kyoto

Kyoto, Kyoto & Around, Japan

Experience the epitome of Kyoto hospitality with a warm welcome and personalised stay at The Thousand Kyoto, a bold new luxury hotel located in the heart of central Kyoto.

Amanohashidate Hotel

Amanohashidate Hotel

Amanohashidate, Kyoto & Around, Japan

Enjoying a prime location overlooking the Amanohashidate Sandbar, one of Japan’s three most scenic views, this modern and comfortable hotel offers communal hot spring baths, superb Japanese cuisine, and choice of Japanese, Western or fusion-styled rooms.

Hoshinoya Kyoto

Hoshinoya Kyoto

Kyoto, Kyoto & Around, Japan

Stay at a romantic riverside hotel, with Japanese architecture, a meditative green setting, and a ryokan lifestyle, accessed by a peaceful private boat journey. Offering the ultimate in seclusion and tranquillity, Kyoto is just 15-minutes away.

Nagoya Marriott Associa Hotel

Nagoya Marriott Associa Hotel

Nagoya, Japan

A simple hotel located in central Nagoya next to the station, the Marriott Associa provides a comfortable base from which to explore this city.

Hyatt Regency Kyoto

Hyatt Regency Kyoto

Kyoto, Japan

Located close to the centre of Kyoto, a pleasant walk from the famous Geisha Gion district and opposite the Kyoto National Museum, the luxury Hyatt Regency Kyoto is a great base from which to explore the cultural heart of Japan.

Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu

Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu

Kyoto, Kyoto & Around, Japan

Lean into the quiet luxury of this heritage hotel, a former school in Kyoto’s historic Higashiyama district, full of modern minimalism and Japanese serenity, with dining by Ducasse Paris, private bathing, and an atmospheric rooftop bar.

The Celestine Kyoto Gion

The Celestine Kyoto Gion

Kyoto, Japan

The Celestine Kyoto offers guests a truly authentic experience showcasing the best of Japanese hospitality and unique experiences within the ancient city of Kyoto. The Celestine has a fantastic location facing Yasaka Doori avenue in the heart of Gion.

Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto

Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto

Kyoto, Japan

A luxurious addition to Kyoto, the Four Seasons Kyoto offers spacious, contemporary accommodation with a Japanese flare in the historical heart of Kyoto. Enjoy the sites of this former Imperial city during the day before returning to this Japanese haven.

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