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The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu

The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu

Kyoto / Kyoto, Higashiyama / City Hotels

A former elementary school converted. An elegant luxury hotel with a beautiful Japanese-Western design

The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu, located near Kiyomizu-dera Temple, is a luxury hotel that has been renovated from an elementary school with a history of about 80 years. You can enjoy a stay that feels history in an elegant space that makes use of Japanese-Western architecture. There are also luxurious services such as a rooftop bar with a view of Hokanji Temple (Yasaka Pagoda) and a free flow guest lounge.

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Experience

A trip to Kyoto for an adult couple.
Luxury 1 night 2 days

A woman who enjoyed a New Year's trip to Kyoto with her husband will introduce the course when she actually stayed at "The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu".

First day

Start13:00

About 5 minutes on foot from the hotel

Look at "Yasaka Pagoda"
walk around the hotel

From Kyoto Station to the hotel, it takes about 15 to 25 minutes by taxi or bus. Near the hotel, there is Hokanji Temple, which is popularly known as Yasaka Pagoda, and you can enjoy the scenery of the ancient capital of Kyoto. Before checking in, why not take a leisurely stroll around the area?

vt.eve

vt.eve

early 30s / office worker

Stayed in January 2021

We used the Shinkansen and train to go to Kiyomizu Gojo Station, which is about a 20-minute walk from the hotel. I took a short walk around the hotel while watching "Yasaka Pagoda".

Check-in15:00

Arrive at hotel

Elementary school vestiges remain
to a beautiful hotel

"The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu" utilizes the school building of "Kyoto Municipal Shimizu Elementary School" with a history of about 80 years. The interior of the building, which has a design that blends Japanese and Western styles, has a luxurious yet nostalgic atmosphere. You can enjoy the nostalgic atmosphere.

vt.eve

The inside of the building had the appearance of a school, and it was fun just to walk around.

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Recommendations from hotel staff

Mr. Nakamura, concierge

Mr. Nakamura

Although it is located about an 8-minute walk to Kiyomizu-dera Temple, once you step inside the hotel grounds, you will find yourself in a quiet and relaxing space separated from the hustle and bustle of the surroundings.

Room15:30

want to live
classical room

There are 48 guest rooms in total. There are various types, including "Standard King" where the architecture of the school building remains. Furniture and items such as a tea set created by ceramic artist Tomohiro Uchida are also elegant. Enjoy quality time.

vt.eve

I stayed in the "Superior King". The white-based interior is very elegant and cute, and I took a lot of pictures as a reference for my home interior!

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Recommendations from hotel staff

Mr. Nakamura, concierge

Mr. Nakamura

Our hotel preserves and utilizes an elementary school built in 1933. You can feel the nostalgic atmosphere of the old days in the hall.

Lounge16:00

in the guest lounge
take a break gracefully

In the "Guest Lounge" exclusively for hotel guests, you can enjoy bite-sized snacks and sweets such as Kyoto Kiyomizu's famous sweets for free. They also have a variety of drinks, including fragrant coffee ground in a mill. There are seats where you can see the "Yasaka Pagoda", so you can fully enjoy the essence of Kyoto.

vt.eve

We had coffee and yatsuhashi. It was a wonderful cafe time while looking at "Yasaka Pagoda"! Also, it seems that you can experience making matcha.

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Recommendations from hotel staff

Mr. Nakamura, concierge

Mr. Nakamura

The guest lounge is open to all guest room guests. You can enjoy the scenery of the four seasons from the glass windows.

Dinner18:00

romantic
dinner at the bar

At "K36 Rooftop," you can enjoy high-quality cocktails and cuisine while overlooking the city of Kyoto. Reservations can be made through the hotel's official website. In addition, "Benoit Kyoto," where you can enjoy bistro cuisine, is also located on the premises.

vt.eve

"K36 Rooftop" has both alcohol and food ◎. Above all, the view was the best! Especially recommended from evening to night. It was winter, but they prepared a stove and so on.

vt.eve+5

Bar20:00

cocktail time
to the guest lounge

At night, the building is lit up, creating a magical atmosphere. In addition, wine, whiskey, and bite-sized hors d'oeuvres are served at the guest lounge during cocktail hours. How about having a glass with him while enjoying a different view from the daytime?

vt.eve

After dinner, we had a drink in the guest lounge. We enjoyed a wide variety of alcohol and snacks.

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Night21:00

in a classy bathroom
relax

Relax at night in the luxurious bathroom of your room. You will be healed both physically and mentally with high-quality amenities such as shampoo from the long-established luxury brand "Natura Bissé" from Spain and bath salts with a pleasant scent.

vt.eve

I enjoyed my bath time with the amenity bath salts. It is also a nice point that the powder room was a double bowl ♡

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the 2nd day

Morning06:00

private bus or
refresh at the gym

Why don't you sweat lightly the next morning? There is a fitness gym in the hotel, which can be used free of charge from 6:00 in the morning. It is also ◎ to spend time elegantly in a private bath (charged) that utilizes the former auditorium. You can enjoy a sense of openness in the space with high ceilings.

Breakfast08:00

like a library
have breakfast at the restaurant

Breakfast is at "restaurant library the hotel seiryu" where more than 1000 books are lined up. Guests can choose between a Western or Japanese main course.

vt.eve

Breakfast includes omelettes, fruit and croissants. Having breakfast in a nice space surrounded by books made me feel really excited.

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Recommendations from hotel staff

Mr. Matsumoto, Executive Chef

Mr. Matsumoto

The theme of breakfast is "Well-being," which means being in good physical and mental condition. Have a happy day that starts with breakfast.

Check-out12:00

Depart from hotel

take it easy
check out

Standard check-out time is 12:00. You can relax on the terrace where the breeze blows through, or think about your Kyoto sightseeing plan while enjoying sweets in the guest lounge. Spend some time after breakfast and enjoy the healing time.

Sightseeing12:30

About 8 minutes on foot from the hotel to Kiyomizu Temple

walk from the hotel
To "Kiyomizu Temple"

Kiyomizu-dera is one of Kyoto's most famous sights. It has a history of about 1200 years and is designated as a World Heritage Site. There are also many highlights such as the Kiyomizu Stage and the power spot Otowa Falls. How about taking a leisurely tour and thinking about history?

vt.eve

Walk from the hotel to Kiyomizudera. I was able to walk to “Sannenzaka” and “Yasaka Shrine” and did a lot of sightseeing.

Return trip16:00

adult couple
Luxury trip to Kyoto

A two-day, one-night trip at The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu. A unique and sophisticated space that was renovated from a former elementary school will satisfy the curiosity of adults. There is also a romantic bar and guest lounge, so couples can enjoy a luxurious trip.

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Location

address
Kyoto 204-2 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto
access
[By train] About 15 minutes by taxi from "Kyoto Station" on each line (normal time) / About 20 minutes on foot from "Kiyomizu Gojo Station" on Keihan Railway [By bus] About 15 minutes by bus from "Kyoto Station" on each line 20 minutes Get off at "Kiyomizu" and walk for about 5 minutes, or get off at "Gojozaka" and walk for about 10 minutes [By car] About 15 minutes from Meishin Expressway "Kyoto Minami IC" (normal time) / Hanshin Expressway "Kamogawa" About 15 minutes from Nishi IC (normal time) *Please be aware that the roads in the neighborhood will be very congested.
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Facility

onsen and baths

  • Private bath

pool

relaxation

  • Gym/Fitness

Food & Drink

  • restaurant
  • bar
  • lounge
  • room service

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Room Information

  • Western-style room
  • suite
  • Internet available
  • Wi-Fi available

Other facilities within the building

  • Cleaning service

amenities

  • tv set
  • refrigerator
  • mini-bar
  • Air conditioning
  • iron
  • slipper
  • Safety deposit box
  • Toilet with washing machine
  • pajamas
  • bathrobe
  • toothbrush
  • Razor
  • shampoo
  • conditioner
  • Body Soap
  • shower cap
  • Bath additive
  • towel
  • bath towel
  • Hairdryer
  • Tea Set
  • Electric pot
  • humidifier

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