16 of the Best Hotels & Ryokan in Kyoto for a Luxurious Anniversary Trip

On your anniversary with your boyfriend, you want to spend a special time in a more luxurious place than usual. Therefore, we recommend Kyoto, which has charming townscapes. A place where you can feel fulfilled just by walking leisurely ♡ It seems that the two of you will be able to make wonderful memories together!

In addition to sightseeing, why don't you also stick to accommodation? There are many Japanese-themed hotels in Kyoto where you can feel the atmosphere of Japan, so two people can relax in peace. So that the two of you can fully enjoy your time together, it's important to choose a hotel with an annex or suite room, a hotel with an open-air bath or a private bath, or a hotel where you can enjoy in-room dining. To do!

HOSHINOYA Kyoto is a luxury ryokan in Arashiyama, Kyoto, with river views from all rooms. It is located in a quiet place surrounded by mountains and rivers, about 15 minutes by boat from Togetsukyo Bridge. The extraordinary feeling of "going to an inn on a boat" should excite the two of you.

The guest rooms at HOSHINOYA Kyoto are a fusion of traditional Japanese space and modern comfort. There is a large window that looks like a picture frame, and you can see the rich nature of Arashiyama. Please enjoy the beautiful scenery of each season, such as cherry blossoms in spring and autumn leaves in autumn.

At HOSHINOYA Kyoto, breakfast is served in in-room dining. You can meal in a private space just for the two of you without worrying about your surroundings, so it's perfect for a couple's anniversary trip. With a healthy menu of seasonal vegetables and a wonderful view, you will definitely be satisfied with your heart!

"Nazuna Kyoto Nijo Castle" is located right next to Nijo Castle. All rooms are luxurious rooms with open-air baths or semi-open-air baths where you can relax. Because it is located in the center of Kyoto, it is easy to access and convenient for sightseeing.

The guest rooms incorporate modern style into traditional wooden architecture. The moody bedroom with hanging bamboo blinds is perfect for couples. In addition, there are a variety of other types, including the maisonette-style room ``Hojicha'' and the entire rental ``Bettei,'' so be sure to find the one you like.

The open-air bath in the guest room is a "tea bath" with original tea leaves floating. The tea bath is especially recommended for women, as it can be expected to have whitening and skin-beautifying effects. While healing your fatigue, you can also polish your beauty ♪

"Kyoto Arashiyama onsen Kadensho" is located about 1 minute on foot from Hankyu Arashiyama Station. A onsen ryokan full of Kyoto atmosphere with 5 private baths. You can choose your favorite design for the yukata that you wear in the hotel♪It looks like it would be fun for a couple to choose a yukata and have fun together!

There are three types of guest rooms: "Kyomachiya," "Kyoto Japanese style," and "Kyoto modern." All of them have a calm design with the theme of Kyoto taste. Especially popular are the guest rooms with open-air baths on the top floor. You can relax in the bathtub while looking up at the sky♪

Five types of private baths that couples can enjoy. Each bath features a different design, such as a barrel bath, a cypress bath, and a white open-air bath. You can take a bath for free, so you will want to try all kinds! Soak yourself in the bath and refresh your tired body!

"Kyoto Arashiyama onsen Togetsutei" in Arashiyama. Established in the 30th year of the Meiji era, ryokan has a long history. The feature is that you can enjoy traditional Kyoto kaiseki. In a space just for the two of you, you can leisurely enjoy Kyoto-style cuisine made with seasonal ingredients.

Togetsutei has two buildings: Shuzankaku on the mountainside and Hekisenkaku on the riverside. You can enjoy the mountains of Arashiyama from the guest rooms of Shuzankaku, and the flowing river from the guest rooms of Hekisenkaku. Enjoy a relaxing time together while gazing at the ever-changing scenery of Arashiyama♪

All guest rooms are Japanese-style rooms where you can relax. Some of the rooms have an open-air bath that even two people can relax in, so you can spend a luxurious time. You can also enjoy private time in the private bath "Tsukiyomi no Yu".

"Kyo Yunohana Resort Suisen" is a hidden inn with 13 rooms in Yunohana onsen in Kameoka City. It is a luxurious inn where you can enjoy a historical hot onsen where Mitsuhide Akechi is said to have healed his wounds, a delicate and beautiful Kyoto kaiseki meal, and an Ayurveda spa.

The recommended guest room is the Suisen Suite, which is limited to one room. A 113 square meter suite room with an open-air bath. Enjoying an open-air bath with a magnificent view of nature right in front of you, just the two of you, is a luxury!

Yunohana Onsen is a famous onsen that many people from all over the country visit. In addition to the large public bath, Suisen also has an open-air bath that can be reserved for private use. You can enjoy the beautiful scenery of each season, which is different from the open-air bath in your room.

Yuhigaura onsen "Kashoen Hanarekai" is located in Kyotango City in the northern part of Kyoto. You can look down on the Sea of Japan from a boat-shaped inn that looks like it's about to start moving. Also, since it is located near the sea, you can enjoy fresh seafood procured from the fishing port early in the morning.

A room with an ocean view where the Sea of Japan spreads out in front of you. In particular, we recommend the guest rooms with open onsen spring baths where you can enjoy the superb view while soaking in the bathtub. Enjoy the scenery that changes with the time of day, such as the sunrise, sunset, or starry sky at night♪

In addition to the bath in the guest room, we also recommend the "Infinity Open-air Bath" in the large public bath! You can enjoy the beautiful scenery where the sea, the sky, and onsen melt into one.

Located in Kyotango City, Taiza Onsen Sumihei is an inn with an onsen view from all rooms. Although it is an old ryokan founded in the first year of the Meiji era, the interior has a modern and stylish design. We especially recommend the detached rooms where you can enjoy your private time. In addition, luxurious dishes using the famous "Taiza Crab" are also attractive.

The detached guest room "Kairin". There is a large window on the sea side, so two people can sit on the sofa and relax while looking at the Sea of Japan. In addition, this room has a semi-open-air jacuzzi bath where you can enjoy "color" and "sound". While listening to music, you can spend an elegant time ♪

A detached guest room called "Kaze no Oto" where you can enjoy the beautiful scenery from the hollowed out wall. There is also a large onsen spring bath, so you can soak in the bathtub at your leisure. There are many other detached rooms with different designs, so please choose the type you like.

"The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto" is located on the banks of the Kamogawa River, where you can enjoy the view of "Higashiyama 36 Peaks". All 134 guest rooms are designed with motifs of Japanese tradition and the history of Kyoto.

For the two of you celebrating your anniversary, we recommend the "Deluxe Garden" where you can enjoy the dry landscape from your room. You can spend a quiet time together looking at the garden. If you spend a relaxing time with him in a sophisticated Japanese space typical of Kyoto, your daily fatigue will melt away.

Freshly baked croissants from the world-famous patisserie Pierre Hermé Paris and the International Breakfast, which uses Kyoto vegetables, will make you feel luxurious from the morning. You can also choose Asage no Mizukizen.

"Suiran Luxury Collection Hotel Kyoto" is located near the Togetsukyo Bridge in Arashiyama, a representative spot where you can feel the history of Kyoto. A free rickshaw pick-up service from Arashiyama Station is still available, perfect for special anniversaries. You can enjoy the scenery of the four seasons from the hotel and guest rooms overlooking the Japanese garden.

There are 17 rooms, including 4 suites, with private open-air baths that allow you to soak in Arashiyama onsen. The guest rooms are spacious with an average of 44 square meters. The design is modern yet incorporates Japanese elements, creating a very calm atmosphere. In this "Tsukioto Superior King", you can feel the attention to detail in each room, such as the washbowl made of Shigaraki ware and the bracket lighting with the motif of the moon.

There is also a private onsen open-air bath for hotel guests only. From the private spas "Raku" and "An", you can enjoy the Japanese garden "Chikuon Garden". Two people who like onsen are also very satisfied ♪

Dhawa Yura Kyoto by Banyan Tree Group a premium hotel located in Sanjo near the Kamogawa River. Located at the foot of Sanjo Ohashi Bridge, it is about a 10 minute walk to Kawaramachi, making it a convenient location for sightseeing. It has a luxurious atmosphere that combines Japanese and Western culture, perfect for celebrating your anniversary ♡

The guest rooms are designed in a retro-modern style. The comfortable Simmons bed will wash away the fatigue of your trip. The "Sweet King" with indirect lighting creates a soft light that creates time for just the two of you.

For breakfast, you can enjoy Kyoto-grown vegetables and freshly made omelettes at GRILL 54TH, which overlooks the bamboo forest. Recharge your energy in the morning with a balanced meal.

``Nihon Sankei Amanohashidate Monjusou'' is an inn with a superb view where you can enjoy Amanohashidate, one of the three most scenic spots in Japan. All guest rooms offer a view of the Amanohashidate Canal and the rows of pine trees, so it's perfect for couples who want to be healed by the beautiful scenery. Very convenient as a base for

If you are visiting for an anniversary trip with your loved ones, we recommend the special room ``Umi Midori,'' which has a bath with a panoramic view and a living room. This is a very luxurious room with a spectacular view of Amanohashidate outside the large windows. The bath is also spacious, so two people can relax comfortably.

The exquisite stone oven dishes that you can taste at the stone oven restaurant MON are also attractive. When the ingredients are baked in a stone kiln, the far-infrared rays effectively lock in the flavor of the ingredients. You can enjoy dishes made with luxurious ingredients such as juicy Tajima beef steak and grilled crab shells.

ART MON ZEN KYOTO is located in the northern part of Gion. It is located about a 3-minute walk from Sanjo Station on the Keihan Main Line, and popular sightseeing spots such as "Tatsumibashi", "Chionin" and "Maruyama Park" are within walking distance. The room is decorated with real works of art so that you can enjoy the feeling of being in an art museum, perfect for two people who love art♪

All guest rooms are spacious with ceiling heights of 3m or more. Relax on the Hollywood-style bed. The "Duplex" on the top floor is a maisonette type with a bathroom lounge on the lower floor and a living room and bedroom on the upper floor. Have a nice time with him.

All guest rooms on the 3rd floor are equipped with a planetarium "MEGASTAR CLASS". A special night where you can fall asleep while gazing at the beautiful stars will be an unforgettable memory for both of you♡

Fauchon Hotel Kyoto is about a 6-minute walk from Kiyomizu Gojo Station. This is a gourmet hotel managed by FAUCHON, a top gourmet brand based in Paris, France. You can spend a wonderful time with him in a space that blends the essence of Japan with the elegant atmosphere of France.

The guest room is accented with Fauchon pink, which makes the girls more excited♡The bed board is designed by kimono designer Jotaro Saito, and has a casual Japanese atmosphere. Guest rooms with a view of Higashiyama are also popular. You can enjoy Fauchon's sweets and flavored teas at the "Gourmet Bar" in all rooms, perfect for couples who love sweets.

Fauchon teas and sweets are beautifully displayed in the on-site Pastry Boutique. There are also macaroons imported directly from Paris that can only be eaten here. It is also recommended to buy it as a memory of your anniversary or as a souvenir!

"Tokyu Harvest Club Kyoto Takagamine & VIALA" is located in "Shozan Resort Kyoto" at the foot of Takagamine. Inside the resort, there are attractive facilities such as the north garden where you can feel the four seasons and two private mansions where wedding ceremonies are held. It is a perfect hotel for couples who are thinking about the future.

The guest rooms have a calm atmosphere, and there are rooms such as "Standard", "Deluxe", and "Family", and you can choose from a Western-style room or a Japanese-Western style room. There are also pet-friendly guest rooms, so it's also recommended for two people who love dogs.

In the large public bath, there are two types of open-air baths that can be enjoyed each day, ``Sora'' and ``Kuni.'' This simple alkaline onsen is known as the ``hot spring for beautiful skin.'' There is also a space where you can enjoy a footbath, so it is recommended for two people who like onsen.

"Kizashi The Suite" is located in Gion, Kyoto's premier shopping district. About a 5-minute walk from Shijo Station, it is perfect as a base for sightseeing. The attractive all-suite rooms are only 8 rooms and will not disturb the time of two people. There is also a plan where you can see the dancing of geisha and maiko, so you can enjoy the night in Kyoto together.

The rooms are equipped with original amenities, and each room has a different design. Also pay attention to the unique room names such as "Treasure Zukushi" and "Rabbit Cloud". It's fun to choose with him. You can also enjoy meal from famous restaurants in Kyoto and Gion in your room.

The bathrooms in each room have special attention to detail, such as the "Takano Maki bath with carbonated spring" and the "Jacuzzi bath". If the two of you go in slowly, your tired body from sightseeing in Kyoto will be healed.

About 14 minutes on foot from Keage Station on the subway Tozai Line, "Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei" is a small luxury hotel with 60 rooms where you can feel the tradition and culture of Kyoto. It is located in the Okazaki area where historical tourist attractions and museums such as "Ginkakuji" and "Kyoto National Museum of Modern Art" gather. The hotel is located next to Shinshu Otani-ha Okazaki Betsuin (Higashi Honganji Okazaki Betsuin), and from the lobby and dining room you can see the nature of the precincts and the enchanting beauty of the Japanese garden.

For special occasions, stay in the "Bettei Suite" with a private balcony. From the balcony, you can enjoy the view of the streets of Kyoto and the Japanese garden, and you can be healed by the traditional crafts scattered throughout the hotel. The rooms are equipped with minibars that contain alcohol, so you can enjoy it freely, so it's nice to have a relaxing conversation with two people while drinking alcohol on the balcony.

For dinner, at the innovative gastronomy "Nouvelle Epoque" on the 1st floor, you can enjoy French cuisine that combines Okura French with the food culture of Kyoto. You can enjoy course meals using luxurious ingredients such as "Akaushi" and "Caviar". In the restaurant, you can feel the beauty of Kyoto with the works of craftsmen and artists who are active mainly in Kyoto, such as bamboo crafts and art. The conversation between the two of you will be lively at the luxurious dinner you can enjoy in a stylish space.

We have introduced 16 recommended hotels in Kyoto that you would like to stay at on your anniversary trip with your loved ones. There are only hotels where you can enjoy an extraordinary feeling that is different from the usual date. If you stay at such a wonderful hotel, the relationship between the two of you should deepen even further.