Six Senses Kyoto

Six Senses Kyoto is an urban sanctuary nestled in Kyoto's tranquil Higashiyama district, the cultural and historical heart of Japan. Inspired by the flourishing art and cultural heritage of the Heian era, with design touches from the Tale of Genji and ancient folklores, the hotel embodies the elegant sensibility of Miyabi. It is an easy walk from Myoho-in Temple, Kyoto National Museum (0.3 km), and Sanjusangen-do Temple (0.5 km), and within a 15-minute walk of Kamo River (0.9 km) and Kiyomizu Temple (1.1 km).

The hotel features 81 air-conditioned rooms and suites, each offering views of the internal courtyard, city, or the garden of the 16th-century Toyokuni Shrine. Rooms are equipped with premium bedding, minibars, flat-screen TVs, complimentary wireless internet, desks, coffee machines, fridges, safety deposit boxes, electric tea pots, and closets. Private bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and bidets. Some rooms also feature a balcony.

Guests can embark on a holistic wellness journey at the Six Senses Spa, offering massages, smart technology, traditional healing methods, and the essence of Zen culture. Dining options include Sekki, an all-day restaurant rooted in local and sustainable "Eat With Six Senses" ethos, and Cafe Sekki for aromatic brews and sweet treats. Unwind with crafted concoctions at the Nine Tails bar. Buffet breakfasts are available daily for a fee. The hotel also provides 24-hour room service.

Additional amenities include a fitness center, indoor pool, sauna, garden, terrace, and a playground. As a family-friendly hotel, it also offers a kids' club. The hotel provides complimentary WiFi throughout, concierge services, shopping on site, dry cleaning/laundry services, and currency exchange. The 24-hour front desk is staffed by multilingual personnel speaking English, Japanese, and Chinese. Itami Airport is approximately 28 miles (45 km) away.