Flickers of sunlight peak through the tall, slender stems of bamboo that lead you to our intimate hideaway in Kyoto’s scenic temple district. At our heart is the 800-year-old Shakusuien, a pond garden that firmly grounds our contemporary Hotel in the tradition, artistry and natural beauty of this former city of emperors. Join us for a private tea ceremony in our waterside tea house, sample Michelin-starred, Edo-style sushi at Sushi Wakon, or indulge in ancient healing rituals at our Spa. Come morning, watch the sun illuminate the landscape outside your room’s floor-to-ceiling windows – cherry blossoms in the spring, rich greenery in the summer, vibrant red foliage in the fall and snow-kissed mountain peaks in the winter. Beguiling Kyoto keeps its secrets close. Let us show you where to find them.
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Premier Room – Garden ViewWith floor-to-ceiling views of our Shakusuien pond garden, these relaxing rooms embody traditional, minimalist Japanese design, featuring clean lines with little clutter.
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Deluxe RoomPeaceful and functional, these are some of Kyoto’s largest standard guest rooms and your personal oasis. Unwind in the sitting area, bathed in natural light, or beneath a soothing seasonal scene painted on the bed board.
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One-Bedroom SuiteEach of these expansive suites provides distinct living and sleeping spaces, as well as a Zen-like marble bathroom inspired by a bamboo forest. Need a little quiet time? Retreat to your master bedroom and rest your head on your customized Four Seasons Bed, next to views of our pond garden.
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Two-Bedroom Corner Hotel ResidenceWith two bedrooms on either side of the suite, a fully equipped kitchen, a dining area and a spacious living room, our largest Hotel residences offer plenty of space for everyone in your family to spread out and enjoy the floor-to-ceiling views of the city.
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Presidential SuiteIt’s easy to feel at home here in this unique, two-bedroom suite, surrounded by local artisanal décor and spectacular views at every turn. Perched up on our fourth floor with extra-tall ceilings and an abundance of natural light, this calming retreat is where unforgettable family memories are made.
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Enjoy more space, flexibility and perks with a stay in a Hotel residence.
- offer valid for: Feb 21 2019 – Dec 31 2019
- minimum stay: 2 nights
- Reservation must be made at least 2 days in advance
included
- Daily breakfast for two at Brasserie or through In-Room Dining
- One round-trip private transfer in a five-seat minivan between Kyoto Station and the Hotel
- One glass of champagne (NV Billecart-Salmon Brut Réserve) at Shakusui-tei per adult, per stay
- Complimentary laundry service for three pieces per day
- Daily complimentary minibar (soft drinks and snacks, refilled once daily)
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Believed to once have been the garden of samurai Taira no Shigemori’s mountain villa, our Shakusuien was immortalized in a 12th-century epic poem, “The Tale of Heike (The Taira Clan).”
Shakusuien
Built some 800 years ago at the foot of a mountain in the scenic Higashiyama temple district, our 10,000-square-metre (100,000-square-foot), circuit-style ikeniwa, or pond garden, is a haven of quiet dignity – and one of the few remaining gardens created at the end of the Heian Period, the peak of Imperial Japan. Wander its tree- and water-lined paths and fill your soul with a resounding sense of peace.
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Kyoto by Four Seasons
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Dining in KyotoAs with other arts in Kyoto, culinary traditions today often receive a modern twist. From seafood to meat, vegetables to fruit, the region is blessed with an abundance of incredible produce, and Chef Iryo sees it as his cultural duty to showcase it to foreign guests in outstanding dishes that truly encapsulate Brasserie’s global flavours and local ingredients ethos.
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Bespoke KyotoWant to learn the ways of the ninja? How about making your own chibi-maru lantern with a 10th-generation Kojima master, or experiencing the alluring ritual of wearing a traditional kmono? Our dedicated Experience Creator opens the doors to some of the city’s most guarded and hard-to-access sites; or, let us create a custom guided tour to satisfy all your curiosities.
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A Collection of artFrom Japanese paintings, Kyomizu potteries to the Washi paper art, feel the touch of Japanese artistry everywhere.
