We have created a list with amazing luxury hotel suites in Kyoto, Japan. We have also included hotels with wonderful terrace suites and executive suites. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Sara Lind & Lars Nyberg. Updated February 2024.
Large elegant residence with nice views. The suite includes a private bathroom, well-fitted with a bath, a shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. The suite's kitchen, which has a microwave, is available for cooking and storing food. The spacious air-conditioned suite offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, tumble dryer as well as garden views. About the hotel: Open from 2016, Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto boasts a sushi bar and a tea house by a pond in Shakusuien Japanese garden as well as a Western-style restaurant and a lounge. Kyoto Station is a 7-minute drive away. Free WiFi is provided throughout the hotel. Rooms at Kyoto Four Seasons Hotel feature a view, an iPad to access hotel services and a flat-screen TV with a DVD player and video on demand. A coffee maker and tea sets are provided in each room. The hotel offers spa facilities including an indoor swimming pool, 2 whirlpools, saunas, steam rooms and 7 spa treatment rooms. There is also a 24-hour fitness centre with a variety of equipment and machines. While overlooking the pond garden, guests can enjoy dishes prepared using Kyoto's local ingredients at The Emba Kyoto Chophouse. The Lounge serves pastries, coffees and teas. Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto is 1 km from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and 2 km from Tofuku-ji Temple. Kansai International Airport is a 75-minute train ride away.Show full description
Highly elegant room. The spacious family room features air conditioning, tatami, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. The family room provides a safe deposit box, an electric kettle, yukata, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 7 beds. About the hotel: Seikoro Ryokan is located in Kyoto, a 7-minute drive from JR Kyoto Station. The en suite bathroom comes with toiletries and a bathtub. Featuring traditional Japanese-style accommodation, it offers a public bath and massage services. Free Wi-Fi access is available at the entire property. All guestrooms come with ironing facilities and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The public bath area features spa facilities and wooden bathtubs. The hotel also provides luggage storage and has a gift shop. Japanese or Western breakfast is served at Ryokan Seikoro. Authentic local dishes are served for dinner in a traditional Japanese setting. The Ryokan is a 5-minute drive from Sanjusangen-do Temple and Kiyomizu-dera Temple. Kyoto National Museum and Shichijo Train Station are about a 10-minute walk away. Free parking is provided.Show full description
I would describe this as the most ELEGANT ryokan in Kyoto.
Large suite. The spacious twin room features air conditioning, tatami, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. The twin room's kitchenette, which has a refrigerator, is available for cooking and storing food. The twin room offers Smartphone, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 2 beds. About the hotel: Awarded 4 red pavilions by the Michelin Guide for 2 consecutive years, Kizashi The Suite 京都祇園 offers luxury accommodation right in downtown area Gion. Hotel The Suite Kizashi is just a 5-minute walk from Gion Shijo Station and Yasaka Shrine. The spacious suites feature a large bathroom. The hotel houses a relaxing hot tub, and upon advance request, massage treatments can be enjoyed in the privacy of one’s suite. The hotel features spa services, 24-hours concierge service and rooms with free internet. It is a less than 10-minute drive from Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Heian Jingu Shrine and the Manga Museum. Amenities include an LCD TV with satellite channels, a DVD player and a minibar. The hotel also provides luggage storage service. Guests can enjoy in-room dining at Kizashi The Suite 京都祇園, which serves breakfast and set dinners in the guests’ rooms upon request. A continental breakfast consisting of yogurt, salad, bread, fruits, coffee and orange juice is provided daily.Show full description
Room with nice views. This twin room has a soundproofing, flat-screen TV and electric kettle. Children under 6 years old are not allowed in the guest lounge and restaurant. About the hotel: The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu - a member of the Leading Hotels of the World- features a fitness centre, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Kyoto. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can make use of a bar. Guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a fridge, a minibar, a coffee machine, a bidet, free toiletries and a desk. Each room is fitted with a kettle, a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box, while selected rooms are equipped with a balcony and some have garden views. At the hotel all rooms include bed linen and towels. Breakfast is available daily, and includes à la carte, continental and American options. Popular points of interest near The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu - a member of the Leading Hotels of the World- include Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Gion Shijo Station and Sanjusangen-do Temple. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 46 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Room with nice views. The spacious triple room offers air conditioning, a minibar, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. The triple room provides a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box and a TV with cable channels. The unit has 2 beds. About the hotel: Set in Kyoto, 1.2 km from Gion Shijo Station, Park Hyatt Kyoto offers accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a garden and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The accommodation provides a concierge service, and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel all rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a seating area, a TV with cable channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The units will provide guests with a fridge. Popular points of interest near Park Hyatt Kyoto include Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Samurai Kembu Kyoto and Sanjusangen-do Temple. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 46 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Room with nice views. The spacious twin room offers air conditioning, soundproof walls, a terrace with mountain views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath. The unit has 2 beds. About the hotel: Located in Kyoto, less than 1 km from Arashiama Bamboo Grove, MUNI KYOTO by Onko Chishin provides accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a garden and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service, along with free WiFi. Certain rooms at the property include a balcony with a mountain view. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. At MUNI KYOTO by Onko Chishin every room is equipped with bed linen and towels. A continental, American or Asian breakfast is available daily at the property. Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple is 3 km from the accommodation, while Katsura Imperial Villa is 5.2 km away. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 49 km from MUNI KYOTO by Onko Chishin.Show full description
Charming room with nice views. Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a bidet. The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a minibar and a wardrobe and wine/champagne is provided for guests. The unit offers 1 bed. About the hotel: Open from November 2018, located near Gion district and featuring a Japanese garden, SOWAKA offers rooms in Kyoto. The renovated main building features traditional Kyoto-style decoration for guests to enjoy. Free WiFi is provided throughout the building. At the hotel, all air conditioned rooms come with an electric kettle, minibar, fridge and wardrobe. Rooms are fitted with a private bathroom with extras including a hairdryer, bathrobe and nightwear. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can help with information about the area. Kiyomizu-dera Temple is 1 km away and Heian Shrine is 1.6 km from the hotel. Itami Airport is 39 km from the property.Show full description
The most peaceful and stylish boutique hotel in Kyoto.
Room with nice views. Opened September 2020. Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a bidet. The spacious air-conditioned twin room features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as garden views. The unit has 2 beds. About the hotel: Located in Kyoto, 700 metres from Kyoto International Manga Museum, HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa provides accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a garden and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is less than 1 km from Nijo Castle, and within 900 metres of the city centre. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa features certain units with city views, and rooms are equipped with a kettle. At the accommodation every room is fitted with bed linen and towels. Guests at HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa can enjoy an American breakfast. Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall is 1.8 km from the hotel, while Samurai Kembu Kyoto is 2.6 km away. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 46 km from HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa.Show full description
Executive suite with nice views. This spacious suite consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. Guests can make meals in the kitchenette that is equipped with a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. The suite is furnished with a desk and a seating area and provides air conditioning, soundproof walls and garden views. The unit offers 1 bed. About the hotel: Boasting a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Higashiyama Shikikaboku is set in Kyoto, 400 metres from Samurai Kembu Kyoto. Featuring a garden, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property is non-smoking and is situated 500 metres from Shoren-in Temple. All guest rooms come with a fridge, microwave, a kettle, a bidet, free toiletries and a desk. Rooms are equipped with a safety deposit box and selected rooms also feature mountain views. At the hotel the rooms come with bed linen and towels. An American breakfast is available every morning at Higashiyama Shikikaboku. Staff at the 24-hour front desk speak English and Japanese. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Heian Shrine, Gion Shijo Station and Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 47 km from Higashiyama Shikikaboku.Show full description
Room. Opened April 2021. The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, heating and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 1 bed. About the hotel: Set in Kyoto, 1.4 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple, ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Among the various facilities are a shared lounge, a terrace, as well as a bar. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. A buffet breakfast is available every morning at the resort. At ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts you will find a restaurant serving French cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. The accommodation offers 5-star accommodation with a sauna and hot spring bath. Kitano Tenmangu Shrine is 2.3 km from ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts, while Nijo Castle is 4.3 km away. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 50 km from the resort.Show full description
Trendy room. Spacious rooms with complimentary WiFi access, an LCD TV and an iPod docking station. Each also comes with a seating area by the window. The en suite bathroom features a bath, bathrobes and designer brand amenities. About the hotel: Opened in February 2014, this luxury 5-star hotel boasts high-standard services and guestrooms that are among the most spacious in Kyoto. The en suite bathroom comes with a rain shower, a bath tub and a mini LED TV. Guests may enjoy complimentary use of the indoor swimming pool and the fitness centre during their stay. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto is situated right along the Kamogawa River, offering iconic Kyoto views. Kyoto Shiyakushomae Subway Station is just a 3-minute walk away, while JR Kyoto Station can be reached within a 10-minute subway ride. Nijo-jo Castle, one of the World Heritage Sites, is a 3-minute subway ride from the hotel. Featuring traditional Kyoto aesthetics and sophisticated elegance, each room is fitted with a large flat-screen TV, a Blu-ray player and a Nespresso coffee maker. While staying at the hotel, guests can feel rejuvenated with massage treatments at the spa or enjoy workouts at the 24-hour gym. A 24-hour front desk and concierge services are offered. The business centre is also available 24 hours. La Locanda restaurant serves colourful Italian dishes featuring select ingredients from all over the world. Delicately prepared Japanese kaiseki multi-course meals and sushi can be savoured at Mizuki restaurant. Pierre Hermé Paris offers delicious French sweets including macaroons.Show full description
Suite with nice views. This twin room features washing machine, cloth dryer, microwave and garden view. An extra sofa bed will be prepared for a 3rd guest, only when the booking is made for 3 guests. About the hotel: Conveniently set in the centre of Kyoto, Tomoya Residence Hotel Kyoto provides free WiFi throughout the property and a garden. The property is set 2.2 km from Heian Shrine, 1.6 km from Nijo Castle and 2.6 km from Shoren-in Temple. The property is non-smoking and is located 400 metres from Kyoto International Manga Museum. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. All rooms are fitted with a kettle, while selected rooms are fitted with a terrace and others also offer city views. At Tomoya Residence Hotel Kyoto each room has bed linen and towels. Speaking English and Japanese, staff are willing to help at any time of the day at the reception. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Samurai Kembu Kyoto, Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall and Gion Shijo Station. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 46 km from Tomoya Residence Hotel Kyoto.Show full description
Cosy suite with terrace. This spacious suite includes 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and bathrobes. A seating area with a flat-screen TV, air conditioning and a terrace are offered in this suite. The unit has 2 beds. About the hotel: Boasting a garden, a restaurant as well as a bar, GOOD NATURE HOTEL KYOTO is situated in the centre of Kyoto, 400 metres from Gion Shijo Station. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage space and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.3 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. At GOOD NATURE HOTEL KYOTO rooms come with a seating area. The daily breakfast offers buffet, continental or Full English/Irish options. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, Kyoto International Manga Museum and Shoren-in Temple. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 46 km from GOOD NATURE HOTEL KYOTO.Show full description
Suite. Opened December 2022. The unit offers 3 beds. About the hotel: Located in Kyoto, within 600 metres of Shoren-in Temple and 1 km of Samurai Kembu Kyoto, Fufu Kyoto provides accommodation with a restaurant and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is situated 2.9 km from Kyoto International Manga Museum, 3.1 km from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and 3.6 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall. Sanjusangen-do Temple is 3.6 km away and Kyoto Imperial Palace is 5.1 km from the hotel. Staff at the hotel are always available to provide guidance at the reception. Popular points of interest near Fufu Kyoto include Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple, Heian Shrine and Gion Shijo Station. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 47 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Unique room. This unit features Japanese-style rooms and a cypress bath on the ground floor. The 2nd floor has a shower with a skylight window. About the hotel: Yado Kiramachi offers accommodation set 600 metres from the centre of Kyoto and provides a garden and a terrace. The air-conditioned accommodation is 600 metres from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall. The ryokan features family rooms. Certain units in the ryokan have private entrance and are equipped with desk and wardrobe. With a private bathroom, units at the ryokan also have free WiFi, while selected rooms will provide you with a balcony. At the ryokan, some units are soundproof. A bar can be found on-site. Kyoto International Manga Museum is 1.3 km from the ryokan, while Gion Shijo Station is 1.6 km away. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 45 km from Yado Kiramachi.Show full description
Very cosy room with nice views. The spacious double room offers air conditioning, soundproof walls, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a bath. The double room features Smartphone, a minibar and a tea and coffee maker and wine/champagne is offered for guests. The unit has 1 bed. About the hotel: Open from December 2018, MOGANA is situated in Kyoto and features a garden and free WiFi. This hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. Set in the Nakagyo Ward district, the hotel is within 800 metres of Kyoto International Manga Museum. Nijojo-Mae Station is a 5-minute walk, Karasuma Oike Station is an 8-minute walk and Kyoto Station is a 14-minute train ride away. All rooms in the hotel are equipped with a coffee machine. With a private bathroom fitted with a bath and free toiletries, certain units at MOGANA also feature a terrace. The units have a wardrobe. An American breakfast is available each morning at the property. Nijo Castle is 1.2 km from the accommodation, while Samurai Kembu Kyoto is 2.2 km away. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 48 km from the property.Show full description
Room with nice views. The family room includes a private bathroom, well-fitted with a bath, a shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. In the well-equipped kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The spacious air-conditioned family room offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a washing machine, tatami, soundproof walls as well as a quiet street view. The unit has 4 beds. About the hotel: Attractively located in the Minami Ward district of Kyoto, GLANZ KEI Kyoto Station is situated 1.1 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto, 2.1 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple and 3 km from Tofuku-ji Temple. With a shared lounge, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property is 2.7 km from the city centre and 1.1 km from Kyoto Station. All rooms are fitted with a fridge, microwave, a kettle, a bidet, free toiletries and a desk. At the hotel the rooms include bed linen and towels. GLANZ KEI Kyoto Station provides a laundry service, as well as business facilities like fax and photocopying. Languages spoken at the reception include English, Japanese, Korean and Filipino, and guests are invited to request advice on the area when needed. Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall is 3.2 km from the accommodation, while Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine is 3.6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 42 km from GLANZ KEI Kyoto Station.Show full description
Charming room. This double room features a sofa, "Shoji" screens and a bathtub. About the hotel: Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Nakagyo Ward district of Kyoto, Homm Stay Nagi Shijo Kyoto By Banyan Group is 1.4 km from Kyoto International Manga Museum. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The rooms include a balcony. At the hotel, the rooms have a wardrobe. At Homm Stay Nagi Shijo Kyoto By Banyan Group all rooms have a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. Nijo Castle is 1.8 km from Homm Stay Nagi Shijo Kyoto By Banyan Group, while TKP Garden City Kyoto is 2.6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 47 km from the hotel.Show full description
Historic room. This air-conditioned room features tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding. Comes with a flat-screen TV, a fridge and a safety deposit box. Japanese Yukata robes are provided for all guests. About the hotel: Located in a quiet neighborhood in Arashiyama district, Rangetsu offers Japanese-style accommodations with a private Hinoki cypress wood bath and free wired internet access. Guests can also relax in the public indoor/outdoor baths as well. Keifuku Arashiyama Train Station is a 10-minute walk away. The air-conditioned rooms feature tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding. Each comes with a flat-screen TV, a fridge and a safety deposit box. Japanese Yukata robes are provided for all guests. Some rooms have a private open-air bath. Rangetsu Ryokan is a 15-minute walk from Arashiyama Monkey Park and a 10-minute walk from Tenryu-ji Temple. Togetsu Bridge is a 5-minute walk and Hankyu Arashiyama Train Station is a 15-minute walk away. Photocopying services and luggage storage is offered at the front desk. Free parking is on-site.Show full description
Small room with hot tub. Opened October 2020. The hot tub is a top feature of this twin room. The spacious twin room offers air conditioning, tatami, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. The twin room has parquet floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV, soundproof walls, a minibar, as well as a tea and coffee maker. The unit has 2 beds. About the hotel: Featuring 5-star accommodation, Garrya Nijo Castle Kyoto - Banyan Group is situated in Kyoto, 1.1 km from Kyoto International Manga Museum and 2.1 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is 700 metres from the city centre and less than 1 km from Nijo Castle. An American breakfast is available each morning at the hotel. Samurai Kembu Kyoto is 2.8 km from Garrya Nijo Castle Kyoto - Banyan Group, while Gion Shijo Station is 3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 45 km from the accommodation.Show full description
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