Hoshinoya Kyoto
5 StarsFloating tearoom on Oi River, Michelin-starred kaiseki dining
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Floating tearoom on Oi River, Michelin-starred kaiseki dining
Kyoto-themed train view rooms, Executive floor premium benefits
Five unique private onsens, Arashiyama station proximity
Private themed bathhouses, Kyoto Railway Museum access
Quiet Nakagyo district retreat, Dual-style breakfast venues
Kyoto landmark rooftop terrace, Contemporary lifestyle hotel concept
Dedicated Shinkansen view rooms, Century-old culinary tradition
Immersive artist-designed concept rooms, Customizable aromatherapy bath salts
Panoramic station and mountain views, Artistic Choju-giga themed interiors
Panoramic Higashiyama Mountain views, Indoor swimming pool and sauna
Stately Imperial Palace views, Traditional Japanese room options
Scenic upper-floor city views, Automated check-in technology
Relaxed Cafe Restaurant Lavender, Secure underground parking
Modern Japanese-style sanctuary, Central Shimogyo-ku district access
Panoramic Sky Terrace, Traditional Japanese bathhouse
Panoramic 15th-floor dining, Heated indoor lap pool
Culinary excellence by Olympic chefs, Thoughtful wellness amenities
Tranquil landscaped garden, Private in-room onsen baths
Komeishi artificial hot spring, Modern Japanese-style sanctuary
Two-story Renka-no-yu natural hot spring, Kyoto Station transport hub proximity
Contemporary Japanese design, Proximity to cultural landmarks
Gender-segregated public baths, Adults-only boutique sanctuary
Shimogyo Ward neighborhood, Local teishoku breakfast sets
Modern Japanese boutique concept, Flexible family room configurations
Relaxing public bath and sauna, Convenient local exploration tools
Modern sanctuary in South Kyoto, Proximity to Fushimi Inari Taisha
Compact rooms with private sinks, Japanese public bath and onsen
Guided Toji Temple excursions, Authentic sento bath kits
Aviation-inspired cabin concept, Historic Nijo Castle proximity
Traditional firm sleeping experience, Local gastronomy and dining
Guided neighborhood walking tours, Kyoto-style minimalist design
Subterranean bathhouse and sauna, Unique open-air corridor design
Modern budget-friendly city base, On-site bicycle rental station
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The first thing that springs to mind nowadays when we hear of Kyoto is the international climate-change protocol, agreed here. This is quite appropriate given the pretty natural environment of what many would regard as Japan’s most beautiful city. However, Kyoto, which was the capital of Japan for over a thousand years (until it was moved to Tokyo in 1868), remains the country’s cultural heart and soul. Hosting no less than a thousand temples and the birth place of the Geisha, Kyoto, unlike ultra-modern Tokyo, gives you an eye-full of traditional Japan and its worship of beauty.
If you arrive in Kyoto by train into the modern steel and glass railway station, you may wonder what all the fuss is about. The central Shimogyō-ku district, with its distinctive Kyoto Tower overseeing it, is the contemporary part of town. If you choose a hotel here, you will find luxury department stores and restaurants aplenty. You can sample traditional Japanese dishes such as Sushi and Tempura until your heart’s content, as well as some of Kyoto’s Kaiseki cuisine and tofu-based vegetarian dishes. However, you may still get that feeling that the traditional authenticity that you were seeking in Kyoto is somewhat lacking.
The neighbouring Nakagyō-ku Ward offers you a tad more culture with some captivating sights, including Nijō Castle, housing the Ninomaru Palace, a former seat of feudal power and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can also enter the universe of Manga in a trendy museum dedicated to the Japanese popular culture comics and explore the sights and sounds of the wonderful Nishiki market, offering fresh fish and traditional crafts. There is a wide selection of hotels in this part of Kyoto too, however, you may still crave for something more typical.
To get a real flavour of traditional Japan, Gion is no-doubt more like what you are looking for. This traditional part of Kyoto hosts many exquisite wooden-buildings and four-star hotels. It is also Geisha town. If you are lucky, you may see one of the white-faced iconic ladies scurrying off to an early-evening appointment in one of the Ocayas, the traditional tea houses.
Although Geishas exist throughout Japan, they originated from Kyoto, when the city was undoubtedly the country’s cultural centre. A Kyoto Geisha is still to this day regarded as the crème de la crème, after going through five years of rigorous training to reach the qualified status of Geiko. Geishas are fully-trained professional female entertainers in Japanese high society – and much respected. A Geisha is certainly not an upmarket call-girl, and will set you back a pretty penny if you want to pass an evening in her charming company.
If you crave fresh country air you may prefer to stay in, or around, Kyoto’s Higashiyaha mountains. The most luxurious four and five-star hotels with spas are based in this district, near the famous Philosopher’s Walk, which leads to some of the most sublime temples in the city.
Kyoto is said to be home of a thousand temples. Being so spoilt for choice, you may wonder which ones should you visit. The decision is personal: you may be drawn to certain temples and not others. There are, however, some shrines and temples that are simply unmissable.
Arguably the most remarkable is the Fushimi Inari-Taisha shrine complex, created in the 8th century by the Hata family. There are five shrines at the foot and literally thousands of reddish-orange torii gates, weaving up the Inari mountain, that are said to help bring about prosperity. The trek takes two or three hours to complete but is worth it for the incredible views over Kyoto and the more peaceful atmosphere at the summit. There are even restaurants interspersed on the way.
The glorious zen Buddhist temple Kinkaku-Ji, with its shiny golden pavilion overlooking a beautiful pond, is another memorising and unmissable sight, as is the fellow UNESCO World Heritage Site: Kiyomizu-dera. Half way up mount Otowa in the Higashiyama mountains, this temple, respecting the Kannon deity, is worth a visit, if not only for the spectacular views.
If you wander along the Philosopher’s Walk you can pick and choose from a variety of other memorising temples and shrines – many with fabulous Zen gardens. One of the most outstanding is Eikan-dō Zenrin-ji, right at the end of the path, particularly in the autumn, when the striking red maple tree leaves are out in force.
The season in which you choose to visit can radically change your experience of Kyoto. The golden or vivid colours of the temples contrast beautifully against the snow, whilst the red maple leaves in the autumn or the spring cherry blossom adds vibrance to the already idyllic scenery. The seasons are very important to the Japanese and the whole atmosphere, including the flowers and decorations on display, changes as the year progresses. The Geishas encapsulate this change with the colour and motifs of their kimonos and the flowers in their hair corresponding to the month in question. There are even five Geisha Odori or dances organised to celebrate the cherry blossom in the spring and the maple leaves in the autumn.
No matter when you visit Kyoto though or which district your hotel is in, you cannot help to feel enchanted by its tradition, spirituality and appreciation of beauty.
December is usually the cheapest month to book a hotel in Kyoto, with typical prices around $145 per night based on 1,211 price comparisons.
Hotel prices in Kyoto are usually highest during November, with typical prices around $356 per night.
Hotel prices in Kyoto usually range from $77 per night to $660 per night, with typical prices around $203 per night.
Hotel prices in Kyoto are typically lowest in December at around $145 per night, rising to around $356 per night in November.
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In Kyoto, you might want to check out Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto, APA Hotel Kyoto Ekihigashi, Onyado Nono Kyoto Shichijo Natural Hot Spring, Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo. These hotels come highly recommended by many travellers.
For a taste of luxury in Kyoto, you might want to explore Hotel Granvia Kyoto, The Thousand Kyoto, Enzo Kyoto Gojo E, Kyoto Brighton Hotel. These hotels are known for their superior amenities and high-class services.
If you're visiting Kyoto with your family, you could look at Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto, APA Hotel Kyoto Ekihigashi, Onyado Nono Kyoto Shichijo Natural Hot Spring, Travelodge Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi. These hotels offer a variety of family-friendly services and activities.
Travelling with pets? The hotels Hilton Garden Inn Kyoto Shijo Karasuma, Daiya Ryokan, Hotel Vista Premio Kyoto Nagomitei, Ace Hotel Kyoto could be ideal. These hotels are not only pet-friendly but also offer numerous amenities to make your pets feel at home.
If you’re looking for a relaxing spa experience during your stay in Kyoto, check out APA Hotel Kyoto Ekihigashi, Onyado Nono Kyoto Shichijo Natural Hot Spring, Hotel Granvia Kyoto, The Thousand Kyoto – all of which offer great spa services and facilities.
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