16 New and Luxury Hotels in Kyoto for 2021

"Kyoto" is a popular destination for girls' trips, couples, and solo travelers. As you walk along the cobbled streets, the scent of incense wafts out of nowhere, and you will be mesmerized by the appearance of maiko. The good thing about Kyoto is that you can feel elegant and relaxed. Visit temples and shrines such as Kiyomizu-dera and Yasaka Shrine, experience Kyoto's summer tradition of Kawadoko, and enjoy the beautiful autumn leaves at scenic Arashiyama. It's a city that makes you want to. Even if you stay at the same hotel every time, why don't you be particular about choosing a hotel for your next trip to Kyoto?

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Staying at a Kyoto-like historical inn is one way, but it might be interesting to discover a “new Kyoto”! So this time, we will introduce 16 new and exciting hotels that will open in 2021. Whether you choose an inn where you can immerse yourself in the world of Princess Kaguya, an inn in a renovated Kyomachiya townhouse, or a European hotel along the Kamo River, you can enjoy an extraordinary experience at any inn, and enjoy a stay in Kyoto that is a little different from the usual. You can enjoy it.

*Information as of January 2022.

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Avita Hotel Kyoto Kamogawa, which opened in March 2021, is located about a 3-minute walk from Keihan Shichijo Station. It's a European-style hotel, which is rare in Kyoto, standing along the elegant Kamogawa River. Once you step into the building, the antique furniture and other gorgeous and dignified interiors invite you into an extraordinary experience. "Kyoto Station" and "Gion / Higashiyama area" are also close, and "Sanjusangendo" and "Kyoto National Museum" are within a 10-minute walk. Electric bicycles are available for rent, so make good use of them and enjoy sightseeing in Kyoto freely♪

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All 11 guest rooms have different designs, such as theme colors and wallpaper, so choosing a room will be exciting. The "Deluxe Twin with Terrace" in the photo is a bright and open space with pink accents and is recommended for girls' trips. You can enjoy Kyoto's healing spot "Kamogawa" and the illuminated "Kyoto Tower" from the terrace.

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The amenities in the "Kamogawa View" room are from the luxury brand "Bvlgari". It contains rare ingredients such as white tea, cotton, and rice extracts, which are said to smooth hair and skin. It seems that you will be immersed in an elegant feeling wrapped in a luxurious scent.

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I want to stay in a historic building where I can feel the essence of Kyoto! “Candeo Hotels Kyoto Karasuma Rokkaku”, which opened in June 2021, will make such a wish come true. It is a stay-type hotel where you can stay as if you were living in a Kyo-machiya, which is designated as a registered tangible cultural property of Kyoto City. You can enjoy a comfortable stay in an extraordinary space that mixes old and new. Access is about 3 minutes on foot from the subway "Karasuma Oike Station". It is located in the center of Kyoto, and it is nice to have easy access to various sightseeing spots.

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The guest rooms are equipped with Simmons beds and Wi-Fi, and are stylish spaces that emphasize comfort. If you are a good couple, this "Private Spa Twin" room is perfect. You can enjoy a luxurious bath time with him in a spacious bathtub ♡

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At night, be sure to visit the "Lounge Bar" on the 2nd floor of the townhouse. Both the counter seats and table seats are on the tatami floor, so you can relax. Let's enjoy adult time while feeling the atmosphere of a historical Kyomachiya.

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About 6 minutes on foot from Keihan "Kiyomizu Gojo Station". "FAUCHON HOTEL KYOTO" is handled by "FAUCHON", a gourmet brand from Paris famous for tea. Opened in March 2021, it is the second Fauchon hotel in the world. The elegant space that fuses the glamorous city of "Paris" and the elegant "Kyoto" is filled with an extraordinary feeling. Let's check in elegantly with a welcome macaroon and Fauchon's proud tea while throbbing on the pink sofa.

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Luxurious guest rooms with Fauchon pink are just like a luxury apartment in Paris. I was surprised to hear that French news programs are also being broadcast on TV. If you think of the "Eiffel Tower" beyond the window, you will feel like a Parisienne♪

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The greatest pleasure of staying at the Fauchon Hotel is the "Gourmet Bar" installed in every room. When you open the champagne pink closet, Fauchon sweets are lined up inside. Except for some paid items such as macaroons, cookies, tea, and champagne, you can enjoy them freely during your stay at the hotel. If you can't eat it all, you can take it home! A paper bag with a brand logo is prepared, and you can feel the hospitality of the hotel.

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At "Le Spa Fauchon", the world's first store as a Fauchon brand, you can receive the highest spa by Japanese and Parisian beauty specialists. The oil used in the treatment is Fauchon's original, made with Japanese skin types and preferences in mind. Let's spend a dream-like time wrapped in a luxurious scent.

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Fufu Kyoto is a 40-room Japanese resort that opened in April 2021, located near the popular tourist spot Nanzenji. It is an inn where you can feel the good old Japanese aesthetics everywhere, such as the tasteful Japanese garden that draws in Lake Biwa Canal, and the traditional building detached room where you can enjoy sake and dance. It is recommended not only for women's trips and couples trips, but also for solo trips to spend a quiet and relaxing time.

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There are six types of guest rooms, including doubles, twins, and suites, with Simmons beds and luxurious sofas to ensure a comfortable stay. The “iron kettle” installed in each room is not just an interior decoration, but you can actually boil water. Brew tea or coffee with mellow hot water boiled in an iron kettle and take a break.

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Another great point is that all guest rooms have a cypress bath. The hot water in the bath is a natural onsen! When you open the window, you can feel the signs of trees and the gorgeous breeze of Kyoto, just like an open-air bath. There is no doubt that you will be healed both physically and mentally if you enjoy onsen in the bathtub with the scent of Yoshino cypress.

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“Fukuezen” is a breakfast served in a cute round box. It is an auspicious weight that brings good fortune. The colorful obanzai, which uses plenty of Kyoto vegetables, will lift your spirits in the morning.

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KAGUYA opened in March 2021, about a 7-minute walk from Shijo Station on the subway. It is said that this is a historical place where the mansion of a gold merchant who appears in the Tale of the Heike once stood. You can immerse yourself in the elegant and glamorous world of aristocratic culture in the hall, which has elements from the Heian period. There are only 3 guest rooms, so it's perfect for those who want a sense of privacy.

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The semi-open-air bath “Tsukimi-no-Yu” on the top floor is a romantic bath that recreates the world of Princess Kaguya, based on the green of bamboo and the black of the night. If you open the window all the way, you can enjoy the scenery of the four seasons such as cherry blossoms and autumn leaves. Enjoy an extraordinary bath time as if you were Kaguya-hime while gazing at the glowing moon object in a bathtub that looks like bamboo♪

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The Kaze-no-ma guest room has an oriental atmosphere based on red, black, and gold. There are two luxuriously arranged queen-sized beds, so you can stretch out your limbs and sleep. The abstract art panels that adorn the walls are original Japanese paper made exclusively for this hotel that expresses the wind. In addition to this, there are many art works unique to the gallery hotel in the hall, and it seems that sensitivity will be polished.

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Mama Arashiyama, a detached house inn quietly located at the foot of Arashiyama, opened in May 2021. Originally used as a recreational facility for Hankyu Corporation, the goodness of Japanese architecture, such as the gate and roof beams, remains intact. This is an inn where you can feel the joy of coming to Kyoto. Access is about a 4-minute walk from Hankyu Arashiyama Station, and a 4-minute walk to the symbol of Arashiyama, Togetsukyo Bridge, so you can enjoy sightseeing in Arashiyama to your heart's content.

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Each of the 10 guest rooms has a different look, and you can enjoy a stay that feels like living in a timeless setting. The rooms are decorated with furniture handmade by local craftsmen in Kyoto, and the longer you stay, the more you will become attached to them, and you will regret leaving. Enjoy an extraordinary bath time while gazing at the garden, write a letter to someone special in the study, and spend your time doing things you can't normally do.

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Breakfast is a healthy menu made with local ingredients, such as soup made with seasonal fish and excellent tofu from Morika, a long-established tofu shop in Sagano that has been around since the Edo period. Depending on the season, you can have breakfast in the garden of your room.

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Eating local food is one of the real pleasures of traveling. Be sure to try the specialty pizza at the attached restaurant "Mama". You can boldly feel the ingredients unique to Kyoto, such as Japanese-style pizza with plenty of Kujo green onions and shirasu, and oil-based pizza with Manganji pepper and Fukuchiyama garlic.

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I'm looking for a stylish hotel near Kyoto Station! For such people, we recommend the newly opened Hotel Tou Nishinotoin Kyoto by withceed in April 2021. About 10 minutes on foot from JR "Kyoto Station". It is a designer hotel with the concept of "back" that stands between two historic temples, "Nishi Honganji", a World Cultural Heritage Site, and "Higashi Honganji", an Important Cultural Property. Please fully enjoy the deep traditional culture of Kyoto and the deep space like Kyomachiya.

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Inside the hotel, you can feel the depth of the hotel with a Japanese garden in the inner garden, a library, a large public bath, a cafe and bar, and more. At cafe&bar oku (pictured above), coffee from the New Zealand roaster ALLPRESS ESPRESSO and matcha from the long-established Japanese tea shop Ippodo are available. You can enjoy the menu.

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All 121 guest rooms are modern Japanese spaces where you can feel the traditional culture of Japan. The soft lighting of the ceiling and feet will calm your mind. Some rooms have raised tatami floors, so you can put your feet up and relax barefoot.

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There are many places to see in Kyoto, and most of the girls get tired after sightseeing because they mostly travel by bus, train, or on foot. In such a case, it is nice to have a large public bath at the hotel. The point is to enjoy your trip to the fullest by soaking in the hot water slowly in the spacious bathtub so that you won't be tired from sightseeing the next day.

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About 4 minutes on foot from Keihan "Sanjo Station". “HOTEL ARU KYOTO Sanjo Kiyamachi Street”, which stands along the elegant Takase River, opened in July 2021. When you arrive at the hotel, you are greeted by a nostalgic entrance. Kiyamachi/Pontocho, where stylish bars and restaurants are lined up on the cobblestone alleys, is right next door, making it perfect for those who want to enjoy a quiet night in Kyoto.

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The concept of the hotel is "Taisho Roman". The interior of the hotel as well as the guest rooms have a classical atmosphere, making you feel like you've slipped back in time to the Taisho era. The retro stained glass, paisley-patterned cushions, antique-style lighting, and other stylish interiors will make your heart dance.

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After dinner, it's nice to go to the lively Kiyamachi and Pontocho bars, but it's a little crowded. If so, why not enjoy a drink at the hotel bar? At the retro bar where colorful glasses and bottles of alcohol are lined up, you can enjoy your favorite cocktail at your leisure. It's a hotel, so it's safe to drink a little too much.

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If you make a reservation for a plan that includes breakfast, you can enjoy a hotel-specific buffet that uses plenty of Kyoto ingredients. In addition to curry, stew, and ochazuke, I am also looking forward to the bread from Kyoto's long-established Shinshindo. Eat to your heart's content and enjoy sightseeing in Kyoto actively♪

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"Roku Kyoto LXR Hotels & Resorts" is located in Rakuhoku, a land rich in nature near "Kinkakuji". This is Hilton's first luxury brand hotel in Asia, which opened in September 2021, and it seems that there are only 9 hotels in the world, including this one. Takagamine, also known as an "art village," is said to be the birthplace of the Rimpa school, which has been loved by artists for a long time, and has become a major center of culture and art in Kyoto. An oasis in the city where you can fully immerse yourself in the extraordinary.

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The poolside deluxe room is also recommended for couples. It is a space where you can relax, such as a private terrace where you can relax as an outdoor living room, and a king-size bed that is spacious enough for two people to lie down. Direct access to the pool from the terrace will make you feel like you're in a resort hotel overseas♪

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Surprisingly, the "thermal pool", which is made to blend in with nature, uses natural onsen. It's nice to be able to use it all year round as it becomes warm in winter. If you let yourself relax on the chair in the water, the tension in your mind and body will melt away. Guests can use it for free, so don't forget your swimsuit!

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For breakfast, you can enjoy a buffet that uses plenty of local vegetables at the restaurant "TENJIN" in the hotel. You can choose from 6 types of main dishes, such as eggs benedict and Japanese plates, and you'll be satisfied from the morning.

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Moxy Kyoto Nijo, which opened in July 2021, is a group hotel of the global hotel brand Marriott. It is a convenient location for sightseeing as it is about a 3-minute walk from JR/Subway Nijo Station. The interior is decorated with a pop style that expresses the history and culture of Kyoto, giving it a playful feel. There are regular events such as a 24-hour bar and DJ nights, so there is no doubt that girls' trips and couples' trips will be exciting!

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The pop mural in the photo library area is actually based on the Japanese poems of the Hyakunin Isshu translated into English, so it's romantic. There are lots of art that you want to upload to SNS right now, such as Nijo Castle and a miniature garden of dry landscape using a record board!

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There are three types of guest rooms: the standard "Ume", the upper floor "Momiji" where you can feel the four seasons of Kyoto, and the spacious premier room "Sakura". You can choose between twin or queen bed types. The retro interior with leather-like cushions and a nostalgic black telephone is also wonderful, and you will want to take pictures.

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The playful meeting room that will make you smile can be used for events and business. With cute pink duck glass holders and binders, you can have fun at meetings. Once you've boiled down, let's release your stress on the ping-pong table right next to you♪

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I want to experience the elegant life in Kyoto! For those people, we recommend MIMARU SUITES Kyoto Shijo, which opened in July 2021. All rooms are condominium-type rooms with kitchens, so you can stay as if you were living surrounded by your favorite tools. Access is about a 3-minute walk from Shijo Subway Station, and the convenient location for sightseeing and shopping is also attractive.

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At the "Mimaru Dougu Shop" attached to the lobby, there are many interesting items such as tableware and cooking utensils carefully selected by Kyoto connoisseurs. If you actually pick up something you like, you can bring it into your room and use it for free. Your heart will be thrilled with this unique experience♪

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All 37 guest rooms are luxurious suite rooms. All rooms have 2 bedrooms or more, so it's perfect for groups and family trips. The "Premium 2-Bedroom Japanese Suite" pictured above is a Japanese-style room specially supervised by Kawabata Takisaburo Shoten with the concept of "enjoying living."

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The dining table is equipped with antique chairs with different designs, so you'll want to sit down and compare all the chairs♪ If you enjoy tea time with high-quality furniture and your favorite tableware, you'll find a different kind of "polite life" than usual. "You should be able to feel.

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"The Royal Park Canvas Kyoto Nijo" opened in June 2021. The hotel is located along Senbon-dori, which is said to have been Suzaku-oji, the main street of Heian-kyo, and is within walking distance to Nijo-jo Castle. The design concept is "contrast". The "CANVAS Lounge" on the lobby floor has a wood and black bicolor design that expresses the past and future of Kyoto. I'm so excited that I'll be transported back in time to the Heian period♪

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In consideration of the environment, no amenities other than toothbrushes and towels are provided in the guest rooms. Let's pick up the amenities you need at "CANVAS PICK UP" before heading to your room. Basic cosmetics and face packs that women will love are also available.

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There are various types of guest rooms to choose from, such as twin, double, and king. The space, which has both a nostalgic atmosphere and a modern feel, is comfortable and relaxing. Let's solve the lack of sleep on a daily basis with a fluffy bed made by Simmons ♪

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Enjoy the breakfast buffet, which includes bread from the popular Kyoto bakery "Shinshindo" and a thick-baked egg sandwich from the long-established Kyoto pickle shop "Shimosaka Long-established", which boasts tartar sauce with shibazuke pickles. I feel like I'm going to eat too much from this morning...

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Soushuku Machiya Residence Inn opened in June 2021 and allows you to enjoy the entire Kyoto townhouse of your dreams by renting it out. This inn is a renovated townhouse built in the early Showa period and is limited to one group per day. There is a great sense of privacy as there are no other guests or even staff stationed inside the building. If you have any problems, you can feel at ease knowing that you can contact our staff 24 hours a day via a dedicated telephone.

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The first floor of the building has a living/dining room and a Japanese-style room, and the second floor has two bedrooms. The spacious living room has a boarded space that leads to the veranda of the inner garden, and the atmosphere like an earthen floor gives off the feeling of a townhouse. A kitchen, cooking utensils, and tableware are also provided, so it might be a good idea to buy local ingredients from the nearby shopping street and enjoy cooking with friends and family♪

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The bathroom is glazed on two sides, and the greenery of the courtyard is pleasing to the eye. You can feel as if you are in an open-air bath while you are in the city of Kyoto. It seems that you will forget the time and take a long bath ♪

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“OMO5 Kyoto Sanjo by Hoshino Resort” was born in April 2021. This hotel is located on Sanjo-dori, a hot spot for girls, with retro buildings, cafes, and miscellaneous goods stores in Kyomachiya. It's reasonably priced and perfect for a girls' trip or a solo trip. Access is about a 5-minute walk from Keihan Electric Railway Sanjo Station, and the location where you can fully enjoy the essence of Kyoto with Pontocho and Takase River nearby is also attractive.

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There are 6 types of rooms that you can choose according to your purpose, such as single, double, twin, and four rooms. It features a natural interior where you can feel the warmth of wood. The superior room in the photo has a capacity of 3 people and is a room where you can relax comfortably.

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At this inn, you can experience "Neighborhood Activities" that go around various spots with a neighborhood guide "OMO Ranger" who knows everything about the city. You can learn about the origins of the city while walking along the Takase River, visit long-established shops such as furoshiki specialty shops, and discover Kyoto that you haven't seen yet♪ It's free, so feel free to join us.

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About a 4-minute walk to "Nijo Castle", "The Hotel Kyoto Palace BW Signature Collection by Best Western", which opened in October 2021, is a hideaway hotel with the theme of modern Japanese for adults. It is located a little way from the main street, so you can enjoy a quiet stay away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

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The guest rooms are divided into three designs: cherry blossom, bamboo, and autumn leaves. Among the 13 types of guest rooms, including twin rooms, king rooms, and triple rooms, there is also a theater room equipped with a projector and screen, which is recommended for movie lovers.

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A cute drawstring bag with a cherry blossom pattern that is available in all guest rooms. What caught my eye was the 3-piece set of Kyonoyuki, a natural cosmetics product from Kyoto. It is based on domestic Japanese and Chinese plants such as mugwort and turmeric, and I have a feeling that I will become a Kyoto beauty ♪

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A morning in Kyoto starts with a breakfast that looks and tastes beautiful. Women who are particular about beauty and health will be happy with the healthy plate of the day that uses ingredients from Kyoto such as namafu and grilled fish. The beautifully arranged dishes on the plate are perfect for posting on social media!

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HIYORI Chapter Kyoto, which opened in June 2021, is located about a 4-minute walk from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Subway Station. The location is also attractive as it is close to popular spots such as Kawaramachi and Kiyamachi Street. At Matsunari, a café, dining room, and bar, you can enjoy not only breakfast and dinner that use ingredients and tableware from Kyoto, but also exquisite sweets that add a Japanese essence to the world of chocolate. you know!

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"Chapter Factory" is a corner where guests can share information about Kyoto with each other. You can discover shops in back alleys that are not listed in guidebooks or well-known shops that are known only to those in the know, and you can use letterpress printing and toolboxes to create original one-stroke notes from your memories. You will be thrilled with this special experience♪

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The tea room-themed guest rooms are very nice with a calm atmosphere that seems to be liked by people of all ages. A high-quality Simmons bed invites you to a comfortable sleep. Choose a high-floor suite room with a cypress bath for a reward trip or an anniversary trip, or a double or twin room for a casual trip, depending on the purpose of your trip.

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One of the great things about traveling in Kyoto, where walking around the city is fun, is that there is a large public bath where you can completely heal your fatigue. In addition to the granite indoor bath, there is also a semi-open-air bath. The women's public bath is equipped with amenities from Japan's natural skin care brand "OSAJI", so you can enjoy a relaxing bath time wrapped in a high-quality scent.

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"Kyoto", a popular tourist destination for girls' trips and couples, has many attractive sightseeing spots such as "Kiyomizu Temple" and "Nanzenji Temple". There are so many wonderful inns that it can be difficult to decide where to stay. Then why not stay at the new hotel that opens in 2021? It would be interesting to stay at a new inn in historical Kyoto and enjoy the old and new of Kyoto! There are onsen resorts with hot springs, inns that have been renovated from historical Kyoto townhouses, and retro hotels with a Taisho romance.