Contemporary courtyard retreat
Curated tea tastings and artisan craft displays set a serene, contemplative rhythm steps away from Higashiyama's historic temple grounds.
What it’s good at
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Guest rooms frame a central courtyard rock garden, accented with sakan plasterwork and paper-filtered light.
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Private spa suites feature dry and wet relaxation areas, rock heat mats, and tea-infused botanical oils.
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Lobby tea salon Sarei pours Gion Tsujiri green tea alongside seasonal wagashi and local artisan crafts.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Rooms are arrayed around a tranquil central courtyard with a rock garden and feature city views, clever lighting fixtures, and patterned textiles.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The hotel sits moments from Shoren-in Temple and the willow-lined Shirakawa River, with Higashiyama subway station just four minutes away.
The rooms
Interiors feature warm timber, paper-filtered light, and custom bamboo tea ceremony boxes equipped with porcelain ware and local green teas.
The private bath suites
Private bath suites hold sunken stone soaking tubs and rock heat mats beside low garden windows.
The spa
Therapists use Japanese tea scents for lymphatic release, reflexology, and botanical oil massages.
The gym
The fitness room is lined with mirrors and fitted with treadmills, stationary exercise bikes, and workout benches.
Restaurant
Nananoichi
The dining room serves French cuisine shaped by Kyoto ingredients, looking out over the rock garden.
Bar
Sarei produced by Gion Tsujiri
A chiseled stone counter sets the scene for custom-brewed green teas, seasonal sweets, and evening tea cocktails.
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Gold
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Silver
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Bronze
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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.