A modern garden sanctuary draped in history

Sunlight peeks through the tall, slender stems of bamboo that lead you to our intimate sanctuary in Kyoto’s temple district – the only hotel in Japan named on Travel + Leisure’s The 100 Best Hotels in the World in 2022. At our heart is the 800-year-old Shakusui-en, a pond garden that firmly grounds our contemporary Hotel in tradition, artistry and natural beauty. Come morning, watch the sun illuminate the landscape outside your room’s floor-to-ceiling windows - cherry blossoms in spring, rich greenery in summer, vibrant red foliage in fall and snow-kissed mountain peaks in winter. Beguiling Kyoto keeps its secrets close. Let us show you where to find them.

Accommodations

Premier Room – Garden View
Wake up to stunning views of Shakusui-en, our 12th-century pond garden. Find a closer connection with nature in this spacious sanctuary, where minimalist design and clean lines set the tone for a relaxing stay.
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One-Bedroom Hotel Residence Garden View
Witness the splendour of changing seasons from your private balcony, or simply open up the curtains to bring in stunning views of Shakusui-en pond garden. Your spacious bathroom is complemented by a walk-in closet.
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Deluxe Room
These are the largest standard guest rooms in Kyoto. Relax in the serene sitting area, or beneath the soothing seasonal scenes painted on the bed’s headboard. Your window may be opened to bring in the fresh breeze.
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One-Bedroom Suite
This large suite features distinct living and sleeping spaces, illuminated by natural light. Entertain in the elegant living area, then unwind in the Zen-inspired bathroom and sink into sleep in your customizable Four Seasons Bed.
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Two-Bedroom Corner Hotel Residence
Spread out in style in our largest residence, offering elegance and luxury. Framed by floor-to-ceiling views of the city skyline, your home away from home features two private balconies and a dining room that seats six.
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Presidential Suite
It’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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Rediscover Kyoto – Third Night Free

Receive a complimentary third night.

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Twin-City Stay – Kyoto and Tokyo

Explore the best of Kyoto and Tokyo with special perks at two Four Seasons hotels.

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Family Time

Make the most of your family time with 10% off our Room Rate, breakfast, a Hotel credit and more.

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Residential Suites – Second Night Free

Receive a complimentary second night in a Residential Suite, daily breakfast and much more.

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Featured Offers

Rediscover Kyoto – Third Night Free
Receive a complimentary third night.
view offer
Twin-City Stay – Kyoto and Tokyo
Explore the best of Kyoto and Tokyo with special perks at two Four Seasons hotels.
view offer
Family Time
Make the most of your family time with 10% off our Room Rate, breakfast, a Hotel credit and more.
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Residential Suites – Second Night Free
Receive a complimentary second night in a Residential Suite, daily breakfast and much more.
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Kyoto by Four Seasons

Four Seasons Japan Collection
Four Seasons opens the door to matchless seasonal experiences in Tokyo and Kyoto, two iconic cities abloom with poetic springtime hues. Travel between the two centres in just over two hours on the world-famous Shinkansen bullet train – with the added reassurance of Four Seasons platform-to-platform service.
Four Seasons Japan Collection
Four Seasons opens the door to matchless seasonal experiences in Tokyo and Kyoto, two iconic cities abloom with poetic springtime hues. Travel between the two centres in just over two hours on the world-famous Shinkansen bullet train – with the added reassurance of Four Seasons platform-to-platform service.
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Unpacking List: The Kyoto Area
It’s not the things you take with you that define your journey; it’s the experiences you have and the memories you bring home. Explore our Hotel Manager’s five sensory “souvenirs.”
Unpacking List: The Kyoto Area
It’s not the things you take with you that define your journey; it’s the experiences you have and the memories you bring home. Explore our Hotel Manager’s five sensory “souvenirs.”
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Local Gems that Can’t Be Missed
Insiders from Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto share their favourite spots to eat, drink, shop and play in the heart of Kyoto’s temple district.
Local Gems that Can’t Be Missed
Insiders from Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto share their favourite spots to eat, drink, shop and play in the heart of Kyoto’s temple district.
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A Collection of art
From Japanese paintings, Kyomizu potteries to the Washi paper art, feel the touch of Japanese artistry everywhere.
A Collection of art
From Japanese paintings, Kyomizu potteries to the Washi paper art, feel the touch of Japanese artistry everywhere.
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Shakusui-en

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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