【Recommended Hotels in Kyoto】3 Unique Hotels that Blend Modern Convenience with Traditional Kyoto Style! Includes Special Offers for JCB Card Members!

Just across from World Heritage Site Nijo Castle, hidden amongst a bamboo forest, lies Garrya Nijo Castle Kyoto Hotel. After walking through the serene bamboo grove entrance, a beautiful lobby and spacious Japanese garden spread out before guests.

This hotel is renowned for its exceptional merging of traditional Japanese elements with modern luxury. With outstanding personalized service, elegant and refined guest rooms, and healthy cuisine using local Kyoto ingredients, Garrya Nijo Castle Kyoto is one of the most acclaimed new hotels in Kyoto.

With only 25 exclusive guest rooms, Garrya Nijo Castle Kyoto boasts an elegant, simple interior that utilizes traditional Japanese craftsmanship. Red, black, and natural wood make up rooms’ base colors, evoking a rich and luxurious feel.

Panoramic windows bring in vivid light and natural color. Depending on the floor, guests can enjoy picturesque views of the seasonal Japanese garden or national treasure Ninomaru-Goten Palace from the window-side tatami mats.

On the first floor, the restaurant ‘Singular’ offers a sophisticated dining experience with a focus on wellness. It is here that gourmet chefs serve innovative and healthful dishes that combine traditional French culinary techniques with the finest Japanese ingredients.
All the dishes are gourmet works of art, utilizing fresh and healthy local ingredients from Kyoto, such as Tanba chicken, Mogami duck, and Chishiro tofu.

Opened in March 2021, the FAUCHON HOTEL KYOTO is a romantic French-style hotel that blends French luxury architecture with Kyoto's traditional culture.
The high-ceilinged lobby and marble staircase are inspired by Kyoto's cherry blossoms and shoji screens, creating a Japanese mood while simultaneously incorporating sophisticated French design elements.

The rooms blend elements of both modernity and tradition, with gorgeous color schemes of white, gold, and classic Fauchon pink and black. The fun nod to French nostalgia makes every room feel like a stylish Parisian girl's apartment - not to mention the hidden goodies, such as a gourmet bar filled with delectable Fauchon sweets.

FAUCHON HOTEL KYOTO is also famous for its stylish avant-garde restaurant. Using delicious cuisine that combines Kyoto ingredients with traditional French cooking techniques, the restaurant aims to showcase the concept of "tasting the charms of Paris and Kyoto through gourmet cuisine”.
SALON DE THÉ FAUCHON, located on the second floor, offers sophisticated French desserts. Enjoy the elegant architecture and delicious treats!

GRAND CAFÉ FAUCHON on the tenth floor serves unique French cuisine prepared by a professional French chef. Each dish is decadent, delicious, and visually stunning, providing guests with the ultimate dinnertime enjoyment.
LE BAR FAUCHON, located in the reception lobby, sells a variety of drinks, including exquisite Fauchon champagne. Be sure to also visit the bar counter at night for a real luxury night out.

The hotel features various dynamic contrasts: the space is retro yet modern, and Japanese yet Western. With its beautifully designed glass and wooden architecture, guests at this hotel are immediately welcomed into a whole new and exciting Japanese-Roman ambience.

Rooms incorporate modern and traditional Japanese aspects, with sweet nostalgic touches such as the cozy tatami mats by the window and the old-fashioned chests of drawers. The rooms are well-lit and spacious, with roomy beds, modern amenities, and Wi-Fi for a comfortable and convenient stay.
A wide range of room types, from standard rooms to large suites, are available to meet the needs of various groups, including families, friends, couples, and solo travelers.

Located on the first basement floor adjacent to a fantastic bamboo garden, GRILL 54TH serves up flavorful grilled dishes made with fresh, carefully selected produce from all over Japan, including Wagyu beef and seafood, as well as local Kyoto ingredients. Diners can enjoy their meals while gazing at the photogenic bamboo grove.

Lounge & Bar 1867 is a secluded lounge and bar with retro-modern vibes. Here, you can savor a variety of creative and delicious original cocktails. The view of the lush bamboo grove provides an ideal romantic setting for cocktail hour!

Dhawa Yura Kyoto also contains high quality wellness facilities – there is a well-equipped gym and massage treatments are available. At 8LEMENTS SPA, there are a wide range of services, including body scrubs, oil massages, and traditional Thai massage. Guests can also enjoy an original welcome tea when they arrive, and after the treatment, they can relax with a complimentary cup of blended green tea from Uji.