10 Best Hotels and Ryokans for Couples in Peaceful Arashiyama, Kyoto

Suiran Luxury Collection Hotel Kyoto is a modern Japanese inn located approximately 6 minutes walk from Keifuku Arashiyama Station. The building's appearance and hospitality are appealing, emphasizing the idea of ``passing and opening'' to open up the future while valuing the old, and the space, which combines the elegance and comfort unique to Kyoto, creates an elegant space for two to spend time together. I'll give it to you.

The luxurious guest rooms are decorated in traditional Japanese colors and are spacious and comfortable. Of the 39 guest rooms, 17 have open-air baths that draw in natural onsen, so you can soak in the simple onsen (hypotonic, weakly alkaline onsen) that are onsen on your skin for as long as you like. There is also a private open-air bath and a private spa, so those are recommended for those who want to fully enjoy onsen. You can enjoy a relaxing stay by admiring the picturesque scenery from the window or feeling the pleasant breeze on the terrace.

For dinner, you can enjoy a unique Kaiseki meal that you won't find anywhere else, combining traditional Japanese cuisine with French aesthetics. The dishes are made with high-quality branded Wagyu beef and seasonal ingredients, and are full of playfulness, making you excited every time they are brought to you. You can enjoy delicious food and sake while looking out at the well-kept garden. For breakfast, you can choose between Japanese and Western obanzai, which is great for women who like to try a variety of things little by little.

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HOSHINOYA Kyoto is surrounded by nature in all four seasons, so if you listen carefully you can hear the chirping of birds and the murmuring of the Oi River, and the view of greenery from the windows is soothing. The hotel features Kyoto Karakami wallpaper and a tatami sofa that is the same height as when you sit upright, allowing you to enjoy the furniture and architectural beauty that exudes a Japanese spirit during your stay.

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There is also a spa with large windows that allow you to become one with the nature outside. They have a variety of menus that are perfect for relieving women's ailments and for when you want to change your mood, so why not try it as a reward for yourself for working hard every day? They also offer teas blended to suit each individual's physical condition, so you can thoroughly refresh yourself from the inside out.

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At HOSHINOYA Kyoto, you can enjoy the seasonal nature up close by on a private houseboat called Hisui. It's nice to just do nothing while taking in the fresh air of Arashiyama as you are rocked by the current of the river.

Kyoto Arashiyama onsen Kadensho located about a 1-minute walk from Hankyu Arashiyama Station, is an attractive inn with a design full of Kyoto style. You can take off your shoes and walk barefoot inside the facility, making it feel like home. There are 105 guest rooms in total, and you can choose from three types: ``Kyoto Machiya'', ``Kyoto Japanese Style'', and ``Kyoto Modern''. You can spend a relaxing time in a comfortable space that combines Japanese comfort and Western functionality.

There is a large public bath and 5 private baths on the premises, so we recommend taking a tour of the hot springs. We have colored yukata that couples can wear together, so let's take a picture as a souvenir. Arashiyama onsen is a simple onsen (hypotonic and weakly alkaline onsen) that has various effects such as recovering from fatigue, sensitivity to cold, and muscle pain, so even people who are tired from the day-to-day can feel refreshed.

At the restaurant, which has private meal, you can enjoy Kaiseki cuisine made with seasonal ingredients. You can choose between obanzai and tempura, and you can have as many refills as you like, so enjoy to your heart's content. For breakfast, Kyoto's obanzai are lined up in a buffet style, and there are so many varieties that you'll be spoiled for choice.

Arashiyama Onsen Sai Shiki no Yado Hanaikada, located about a 5-minute walk from Hankyu onsen Station, is a purely Japanese-style onsen inn. All 13 guest rooms offer a spacious space where you can spend time listening to the seasonal nature of Arashiyama and the background music of the Oi River. Wandering around surrounded by the scent of tatami mats will help you feel refreshed from your travel fatigue. Some rooms have an onsen hot spring bath, so it's popular with couples who want to enjoy bathing as much as they like.

The hotel has Arashiyama's only open-air bath with a panoramic view and a private bath, allowing you to fully enjoy the benefits of Arashiyama onsen. Enjoying onsen from a special seat with a panoramic view of the historic cityscape and Togetsukyo Bridge is exceptional. Relax to your heart's content as you soak in the smooth, smooth hot water.

For dinner, Kyoto Kaiseki, which changes monthly, is served with delicate techniques. It's also a popular ryokan where you can enjoy traditional Kyoto cuisine, so couples who value gourmet food will definitely be satisfied. The dishes are carefully presented and are a delight not only for the taste buds but also for the eyes. The taste will be even more outstanding if you try it with Kyoto's local sake.

"Goseiyu no Yado Ranzan" is an elegant inn with a Kyoto atmosphere, located about a 5-minute walk from Keifuku Arashiyama Station. The relaxed atmosphere of a mansion makes it the perfect inn for adult couples. You can relax without worrying about the clock, sipping tea while looking out at the manicured courtyard, or taking a stroll to Togetsukyo Bridge, which is only about 3 minutes away.

There are 40 guest rooms, each with a different floor plan, and you can choose between a comfortable Japanese-style room or a functional Western-style room. You can see the forest outside the window, and the rich scenery of each season will fill your heart. There is also a spacious public bath within the hotel, so soak up to your shoulders and soothe the fatigue of your trip.

For dinner, a kaiseki meal is served that emphasizes the gentle seasoning and seasonal flavors typical of Kyoto. The dishes, which use an abundance of seafood and mountain produce, allow the original rich flavor of the ingredients to fill your mouth. Recommended for gourmets on a trip, with courses including "Kyoto beef," certified Japanese black beef raised in Kyoto's pure waters, and courses featuring fish caught in the Kinki region.

The GrandWest Arashiyama located about a 5-minute walk from Hankyu Arashiyama Station, is a small hotel with 10 rooms where you can stay as if you were living there. The interior of the hotel is stylish and clean, with ornamental plants, and a cute cafe-like lobby that makes you feel at home. You can enjoy coffee for free during your stay, so it's a great place to take a break after checking in or before going for a walk.

The guest rooms have a modern Japanese atmosphere and are available in 4 types of rooms, with two sizes: 52 m² and 65 m². Some rooms have tatami mats and mini kitchens, so you can spend as much time as you want, so much so that you'll want to stay for several nights. The comfortable beds feature mattresses from the long-established German brand GEL-TEX, which will soothe your tired body after so much walking.

In the morning, enjoy a prix fixe-style morning plate with a choice of bread or waffles at the cafe on the first floor of the hotel. This cafe, which is also a hot topic on social media, has a photogenic and filling interior that will get you excited even if you don't usually eat breakfast. The waffles are also available for takeout, so they make a great souvenir.

MUNI KYOTO is a small luxury hotel with 21 rooms located approximately 4 minutes walk from Keifuku Arashiyama Station. Based on the concept of ``a unique view'', you can enjoy a panoramic view of the ever-changing Arashiyama scenery from the large windows of the guest rooms. The guest rooms are spacious and comfortable, with a focus on the beauty of space and space. You will be healed by the space where Japanese and Western, past and present are in harmony.

The spa offers all-hands treatments based on the concept of ``wellness and holistic'' that allow you to feel the blessings of nature. There is a wide variety of menus, including body, facial, and head treatments, so it's a good idea to focus on what you're interested in. The content is designed to not only heal but also condition the body, so you can expect long-lasting effects by increasing your natural healing power. Would you like to refresh yourself in a slightly different way?

There are two restaurants of Ducasse Paris, run by Alain Ducasse, a master of French cuisine. Which is MUNI ALAIN DUCASSE, a contemporary restaurant that uses Kyoto's traditional vegetables, or MUNI LA TERRASSE, where you can enjoy breakfast, lunch, and cafe time while looking out at the Katsura River? The restaurant also offers gorgeous and special dishes, so it is also recommended for people who want to choose a lodging that is particular about meal.

Arashiyama onsen Arashiyama Benkei Benkei is a 10-room ryokan with a spectacular view, located about 5 minutes walk from Keifuku Electric Railway Arashiyama Station. There are rooms that give you a sense of Japanese hospitality with flower arrangements and hanging scrolls, and functional rooms with Western-style furniture, all of which are filled with the warmth of wood and have a soothing effect. Immerse yourself in the spirit of travel while looking at the scenery using the window as a picture frame.

The scenery that takes advantage of the location, which is directly across from Arashiyama, is attractive, and there are also rooms with open-air baths and observation baths. Soaking in onsen while listening to the sound of rustling leaves and feeling the refreshing breeze is a very luxurious experience. Soak up to your shoulders in the smooth hot water of Arashiyama onsen and feel warm as if you were taking a forest bath.

For dinner, you can enjoy traditional Kyoto cuisine made with locally produced ingredients. The delicate seasoning of seasonal ingredients and the presentation that respects the season will stimulate all five senses. Please enjoy the attention to detail of this traditional Japanese restaurant and ryokan.

Kyoto Arashiyama onsen Togetsutei, located approximately 18 minutes on foot from JR Saga-Arashiyama Station, is a purely Japanese-style onsen inn. As you pass through the traditional architectural beauty of the entrance, you will be greeted by the sounds of the koto and the scent of incense, which will make you feel at ease. All of our rooms offer comfortable spaces where you can enjoy a quiet time away from the hustle and bustle, such as rooms where you can enjoy the view of the Arashiyama mountains and the Oi River below, and rooms overlooking the well-kept courtyard.

Arashiyama onsen is available in guest rooms with open-air baths and large public baths, where you can soak in the smooth hot springs, also known as hot onsen for beautiful skin. Taking a bath while looking at the mountains bathed in the setting sun and the starry sky that seems to suck you in is so magical that it cannot be described in words. Enjoy a rare natural onsen in Kyoto to your heart's content.

For dinner, you can enjoy traditional Kyoto kaiseki cuisine, either at the venue or in-room dining. Just like the changing of the seasons, the food is designed to tell a story, so you will be surprised and impressed every time it is brought to you. Not only the food but also the tableware is carefully selected, so please take your time to savor the meal as if you were appreciating art.

"Ryotei Rangetsu" is a small inn with 15 rooms located about 15 minutes walk from JR Saga Arashiyama Station. It's located right across from Arashiyama, on the banks of the Oi River, in a picturesque setting, so you can enjoy the scenery while relaxing as the water flows by. The guest rooms are simple and open with no clutter, and the three special rooms are recommended for anniversaries and birthdays.

In the open-air bath and large public bath in the special room, you can enjoy hot water boiled from deep underground water that blends the blessings of Arashiyama's nature. The water that has penetrated deep into the earth over a long period of time is rich in minerals and is gentle on the skin. Please take a slow soak in the high-quality hot water that you can't get anywhere else.

For dinner, we offer a variety of dishes that will make you feel the scenery of the four seasons, in the form of a multi-course meal that changes monthly. You can enjoy your meal while enjoying the view and drinks. The food has a deep flavor that makes you want to savor every bite, and you will be impressed by the harmony of the deliciousness of the ingredients and the skill of the chef.