- Type: Luxury Hotel
- Summary: A stunning hotel nestled within an 800-year-old pond garden
- Feature: Interactive and intimate Michelin-starred Japanese dining
- Rooms: 110 rooms & 13 suites
- Star rating: 5 Star
- Nearest airport: Osaka International Airport
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Location and transfer
Kyoto, approximately 45 minutes from Osaka International Airport.
Each of the rooms and suites combine modern touches with the work of Japanese artisans – including authentic washi-paper lamps and traditional fusuma screens. Large windows overlook views of the courtyard, garden or city, while many rooms and suites also feature balconies. Each room features iPads that offer access to the hotel’s services, remote-controlled curtains, an LCD TV, espresso maker, private bar, customizable Four Seasons bed (with a choice of mattress topper), premium bathrobes, a rain shower, double vanity sinks and luxury Lorenzo Villoresi bath amenities.
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Four Seasons Room:
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- Size: 53m²
- Room View: Garden views
- Facilities: This lovely room features either a king bed or twin double beds, as well as a sitting area with a sofa and a balcony overlooking the garden.
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Premier Room (Garden or Kyoto View):
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- Size: 52m²
- Room View: Garden or city views
- Facilities: This spacious room flaunts great views of either the city or the pond garden from its floor-to-ceiling windows, featuring either a plush king bed or two double beds, and a sitting area with a sofa and coffee table.
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Deluxe Room:
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- Size: 49-53m²
- Room View: Courtyard view
- Facilities: Impressively sized and elegantly finished, the Deluxe Room features an open-plan sitting area and bedroom with either a king bed or two double beds.
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One-Bedroom Suite:
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- Size: 98-103m²
- Room View: Garden or courtyard view
- Facilities: This spacious suite features a beautiful bedroom (with either a king bed or two double beds) and bathroom that leads into a separate living and dining area, as well as an additional powder room. Some suites feature private balconies.
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Four Seasons Executive Suite:
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- Size: 71-76m²
- Room View: Garden or courtyard views
- Facilities: This stunning suite features a king bedroom, full bathroom, additional powder room, sitting area and dining table for four. The suites afford garden or courtyard views, while some feature private balconies.
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One-Bedroom Hotel Residence:
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- Size: 82m²
- Room View: City views
- Facilities: A luxurious home from home, this residence features a living room, full kitchen, dining area, separate bedroom, full bathroom and additional powder room. A private balcony overlooks glorious Kyoto.
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One-Bedroom Hotel Residence with Tatami Dining :
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- Size: 130m²
- Room View: Driveway view
- Facilities: Resembling a traditional Japanese home, this charming residence features a comfortable living room, a bedroom with two double beds, a fully-equipped kitchen, a custom Tatami dining room and a private, furnished balcony.
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One-Bedroom Hotel Residence Garden View:
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- Size: 104-107m²
- Room View: Garden views
- Facilities: Overlooking the pond garden from its private balcony, this luxury residence also features a king bedroom, full bathroom, two powder rooms and a full kitchen with a dining table.
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Two-Bedroom Hotel Residence Garden View:
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- Size: 150m²
- Room View: Garden views
- Facilities: Two bedrooms (one with a king bed and one with twin double beds) are joined by two bathrooms, two powder rooms, a stunning living and dining room, a gourmet kitchen and a furnished balcony.
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Two-Bedroom Corner Hotel Residence:
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- Size: 160-180m²
- Room View: City views
- Facilities: Enjoy two balconies that boast views of Kyoto’s skyline in this stunning corner suite, also boasting two king bedrooms, two stunning bathrooms, a powder room, gourmet kitchen, comfortable living room and elegant dining room that seats up to six guests.
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Presidential Suite:
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- Size: 245m²
- Room View: Myoho-in Temple views
- Facilities: Kyoto’s largest hotel suite, the stunning Presidential Suite boasts spectacular views and plenty of light from its floor-to-ceiling windows and balcony. Two beautiful bedrooms (each featuring a marble en suite bathroom, bamboo forest-inspired décor and in-mirror TVs) are joined by an open-plan living and dining room, and a pantry with a refrigerator.
Culture & History
A range of unique tours, activities and workshops ensure that you are truly immersed in the fascinating culture of Kyoto. These include tea ceremonies, custom-guided tours, zen meditation, pottery making, a ninja experience, lantern making and incense rituals.
Dining & Gourmet
Sushi Wakon is the jewel in the crown of the hotel’s restaurant selection, having earned a Michelin star with its intimate and interactive dining experience. Watch the artful chefs as they create exquisite Japanese dishes with the freshest, finest ingredients sourced from the iconic Tsukiji market in Tokyo. Offering an al fresco terrace and cosy indoor fireplace, the Brasserie is the ideal choice for simple yet stunning seasonal cuisine, while Shakusui-Tei is a charming traditional tea house, serving matcha tea, Kyoto sake and premium champagne on its pond-facing terrace.
Spa Breaks
The serene Four Seasons Spa offers a range of therapies and treatments, as well as a selection of Japanese wellness rituals. These include facials with gold-leaf, Kirara body scrubs and wraps, and Zen massages followed by soothing sake baths. An underground indoor swimming pool is joined by two whirlpools, a sauna and steam room, while a fully-equipped 24-hour fitness centre offers modern equipment, studio classes and complimentary juices.
Luxury Family Holidays
A great choice for your luxury family escape to Kyoto, the hotel offers an array of amenities, activities and services for children – from child-size bathrobes and special welcome amenities, to koi fish feeding and a range of games and toys. All ages can enjoy fun and informative city tours aboard the Four Seasons rickshaw.