Higashiyama Kyoto, Japan
Renovated
2021
Price
$$$
Rated for
Heritage Wellness ClassicOutside the door
The house
MarriottHigashiyama hillside outpost
Sprawling across Mount Kacho's forested slopes, the property pairs quiet Japanese gardens with a light-filled lobby featuring soaring origami crane installations.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Togo Murano's sukiya annex Kasui-en and historic rock gardens created by Jihei Ogawa.
Notable
Natural hillside onsen hot springs with semi-open rotenburo baths, saunas, and garden views.
Notable
Continuous hospitality since 1890, hosting imperial families and milestones against Mount Kacho.
What they say
Forbes Recommended
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
The recently redone lobby of the luxury hotel makes a strong statement from the moment you set foot inside.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set directly on the Higashiyama hills, the grounds place Nanzen-ji temple and the historic Keage Incline just steps from the entrance.
The rooms
Interiors reflect the misty eastern mountains in soft blue-gray tones, accented with patterned wave wallpaper and softly lit marble bathrooms.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
A curving outdoor pool sits on a tiled sun terrace against the forested slopes of Mount Kacho.
The onsen
Soak slowly.
Natural hot spring water feeds the vaulted indoor baths and semi-open rotenburo pools at SPA Kacho.
Spa and gym
The fitness studio holds modern cardio machines, and dedicated treatment rooms offer body therapies by Sothys.
Restaurant
All Day Dining RAQOU
Floor-to-ceiling windows look over the grounds, and live cooking stations serve Kyoto-inspired and Western dishes.
At the table
French fine dining is overseen by Dominique Bouchet, and BAR ROKUZA mixes evening cocktails along a marble bar.
How it began
Established in 1890 as Yoshimizu-en, this historic hillside retreat has welcomed visiting royalty and travelers for more than a century.
Good to know
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The Westin Miyako Kyoto
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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.