Kyoto Station Kyoto, Japan
Renovated
2017
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Luxe ClassicOutside the door
The house
HyattMonumental rail showcase
Set inside the monumental glass-and-steel station, public concourses display over a thousand curated Japanese artworks above the humming rail hub.
What it’s good at
Listed
Integrated into the monumental glass station complex, displaying over one thousand curated works of contemporary Japanese art.
Listed
Executive floor lounges, dedicated concierge assistance, and north-facing rooms overlooking the city towards Kyoto Tower.
Listed
Welcoming travelers since nineteen ninety-seven as the anchor hospitality address within the landmark railway terminal.
What they say
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
the sleek, impeccably run Hotel Granvia Kyoto has seven large family rooms with four single beds, and families can also opt for a standard double and add a bed
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Elevators descend directly to Shinkansen platforms, city subway lines, and the north bus terminal serving Kyoto's outlying temples.
The rooms
North-facing rooms look out toward Kyoto Tower, while renovated executive floors feature bespoke Tango Dantsu hooked rugs and Nambu ironware teapots.
The water
Bring a swimsuit.
The pool and gym
The 20-meter heated indoor pool sits alongside a fitness gym, jacuzzi jet bath, and far-infrared sauna.
Restaurant
Executive Granvia Lounge
Top-floor windows look across the city skyline, with long dining banquettes arranged around a central buffet.
At the table
Dining spaces look into the glass station atrium, spanning traditional Kyoto kaiseki, teppanyaki, and all-day cafe fare.
How it began
The property opened in 1997 as part of Hiroshi Hara's futuristic station redevelopment marking Kyoto's twelve-hundredth anniversary.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.