Kyoto · Curated by Alfred

The Best Luxury Hotels in Kyoto

Where to stay in Kyoto — the hotels and resorts Alfred Concierge books for members, with the rooms and rates handled for you.

Aman Kyoto

Aman Kyoto

resort · Sagano · 5★ · from $675/nt

Hidden in a private forested valley at the foot of the northern Kitayama mountains, Aman Kyoto is an extraordinary sanctuary — a ryokan-inspired retreat where traditional Japanese

  • Private Forest Path Access
  • Welcome Tea Ceremony
  • Alfred Concierge

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Tawaraya Ryokan Kyoto

Tawaraya Ryokan Kyoto

hotel · Nakagyo · 5★ · from $655/nt

Founded in 1709 and run by the same family for 13 generations, Tawaraya is unanimously considered the finest traditional inn (ryokan) in Japan and one of the greatest hotels in the

  • Tea Ceremony Included
  • Cultural Kyoto Tour
  • Alfred Concierge

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Hoshinoya Kyoto

Hoshinoya Kyoto

ryokan · Arashiyama · 5★ · from $665/nt

Reachable only by boat along the Oi River through the bamboo groves of Arashiyama, Hoshinoya Kyoto is the most ethereal accommodation in Japan. This riverside ryokan of 25 rooms is

  • Complimentary Tea Ceremony
  • Private Boat Transfer
  • Welcome Sake Selection

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Hoshinoya Kyoto

Hoshinoya Kyoto

hotel · Arashiyama · 5★ · from $655/nt

Accessible only by boat along the Oi River, Hoshinoya Kyoto is a hidden sanctuary tucked into the Arashiyama mountains, completely cut off from the outside world. The journey by wa

  • Kaiseki Dinner Included
  • Tea Ceremony
  • Boat Arrival Experience

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Hoshinoya Kyoto

Hoshinoya Kyoto

hotel · Arashiyama, West Kyoto · 5★ · from $635/nt

Accessible only by boat along the Oi River through the Arashiyama bamboo groves, Hoshinoya Kyoto is the most secluded hotel in Japan's most poetic city. The ryokan-style rooms over

  • Daily kaiseki breakfast
  • Private boat arrival ceremony
  • Forest bathing spa ritual

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Hoshinoya Kyoto

Hoshinoya Kyoto

hotel · Arashiyama · 5★ · from $655/nt

Accessible only by boat up the Oi River through Arashiyama's bamboo groves, Hoshinoya Kyoto is a ryokan resort of extraordinary purity. The boat-only access ensures total seclusion

  • Full Board
  • Bamboo Forest Tour
  • Tea Ceremony

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Park Hyatt Kyoto

Park Hyatt Kyoto

hotel · Higashiyama · 5★ · from $645/nt

The most anticipated hotel debut in Kyoto in decades, sited in a forested hillside in Higashiyama with panoramic views over the ancient city, Nishiki market and the mountains beyon

  • complimentary breakfast
  • private Higashiyama temple walk
  • room upgrade on arrival

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Park Hyatt Kyoto

Park Hyatt Kyoto

hotel · Higashiyama · 5★ · from $655/nt

Nestled in the historic Higashiyama district between Kiyomizudera Temple and the traditional machiya townhouses of Ninenzaka, Park Hyatt Kyoto is the most beautifully positioned lu

  • Daily Breakfast
  • Higashiyama Temple Walk
  • Tea Ceremony Experience

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The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto

The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto

hotel · Nakagyo-ku · 5★ · from $625/nt

On the banks of the Kamogawa River opposite the Higashiyama Mountains, The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto captures the essence of this ancient capital. The Mizuki spa, exceptional Japanese gar

  • Tea ceremony in the garden
  • Nishiki Market tour
  • Geisha district evening walk

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Ritz-Carlton Kyoto

Ritz-Carlton Kyoto

hotel · Kamogawa Riverside · 5★ · from $655/nt

The most contemporary and internationally acclaimed luxury hotel in Kyoto, positioned on the banks of the Kamogawa River with views of the Higashiyama mountains and the eastern tem

  • Daily Breakfast
  • Gion Evening Walk
  • Tea Ceremony Experience

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The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto

The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto

hotel · Kamogawa · 5★ · from $625/nt

Commanding a prime position on the banks of the Kamogawa River in central Kyoto, The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto seamlessly blends traditional machiya townhouse architecture with contempora

  • Complimentary Breakfast
  • Room Upgrade
  • Private Tea Ceremony

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Kyoto Brighten Hotel

Kyoto Brighten Hotel

hotel · Nijo Castle · 5★ · from $695/nt

A landmark transformation of the historic Mitsui family estate into Kyoto's most distinguished luxury hotel, steps from Nijo Castle in the heart of the ancient capital. Hotel The M

  • Daily Breakfast
  • Nijo Castle Walk
  • Japanese Tea Ceremony

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Aman Kyoto

Aman Kyoto

resort · Sagano · 5★ · from $665/nt

Aman Kyoto is a hidden sanctuary nestled in an ancient cedar and maple forest at the foot of the Kitayama mountains. Accessed through a secret forest path, this intimate retreat of

  • Complimentary breakfast for two
  • Tea ceremony
  • Forest guided walk

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Ritz-Carlton Kyoto

Ritz-Carlton Kyoto

hotel · Nakagyo Ward · 5★ · from $595/nt

On the banks of the Kamogawa river opposite the Eastern Mountains, the Ritz-Carlton Kyoto occupies one of the most coveted sites in the ancient capital. The hotel celebrates tradit

  • Kamogawa riverbank views
  • Mizuki kaiseki dinner
  • Traditional Kyoto craft experience

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The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto

The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto

hotel · Nakagyo · 5★ · from $645/nt

The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto occupies a sublime position on the banks of the Kamogawa River, offering views of the Higashiyama mountains and Nijo Bridge. This elegant hotel combines Japa

  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Kamogawa River view room
  • MIZUKI spa credit

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Park Hyatt Kyoto

Park Hyatt Kyoto

hotel · Higashiyama · 5★ · from $655/nt

Hidden among the ancient temples and machiya townhouses of Higashiyama in eastern Kyoto, Park Hyatt's first Japan property commands the most coveted hillside location in the city.

  • Daily breakfast
  • Higashiyama walking tour
  • Kyoto tea ceremony

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The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto

The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto

hotel · Kamigyo · 5★ · from $625/nt

A serene riverside sanctuary on the banks of the Kamogawa River in the heart of Kyoto, with views of the Higashiyama mountains and Nishiki Market nearby. Exceptional Japanese artis

  • Daily breakfast
  • Kyoto temple walking tour
  • Tea ceremony experience

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Suiran Kyoto Luxury Collection

Suiran Kyoto Luxury Collection

hotel · Sagano · 5★ · from $705/nt

An intimate 39-room hotel in the bamboo grove district of Arashiyama, set within a traditional kyo-machiya building along the Oi River. Views of the famous Arashiyama bamboo grove,

  • Daily breakfast
  • Arashiyama bamboo forest walk
  • Tea ceremony in historic machiya

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Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto

Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto

hotel · Higashiyama · 5★ · from $605/nt

At the foot of Higashiyama in one of Kyoto most storied temple districts, Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto is built around an 800-year-old pond garden that predates the hotel by centuries.

  • 800-year-old garden at dawn
  • Higashiyama temple walking access
  • Kyoto cultural concierge

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FAQ

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