Park Hyatt Kyoto

Fine Hotels + ResortsHotelsAsiaJapanKyoto

25 Nov

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Kyoto, Japan

A serene hillside sanctuary offering tranquil stays steeped in luxury

Park Hyatt Kyoto is a luxury guesthouse that harmoniously blends the cultural sophistication of the historic city with the refined hospitality of Park Hyatt. Nestled in the scenic heart of the Higashiyama hills, the hotel faces the iconic Ninenzaka slope, which is home to the city’s largest collection of heritage buildings and serves as a gateway to Kiyomizu-dera Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Guests are afforded breathtaking views of the Yasaka Pagoda and the city beyond, imbued with a serenity that evokes an authentic sense of place.

The property’s architecture coexists seamlessly with the historic gardens and structures of Kyoyamato, a seventh-generation family-owned kaiseki restaurant on the same grounds. This thoughtful design embodies Kyoto’s unique spirit, weaving tradition with modern elegance to create a precious haven where heritage and contemporary refinement meet. Within this setting, the hotel offers 70 guest rooms, a wellness centre with spa, and four dining venues showcasing innovative Western cuisine shaped by local inspiration.

Surrounded by exquisite gardens, Park Hyatt Kyoto is a home-away-from-home where the beauty of all four seasons can be experienced with every sense. Firmly rooted in the past, yet embracing a timeless vision of the future, it cultivates experiences that evolve into legacy, inviting guests to immerse themselves in the ageless flow of the ancient capital.

Stand-out Experience:

Sennyu-ji Temple Tour

Delve into Japan’s spiritual culture with a visit to the Sennyu-ji Temple. This celebrated centre for Buddhist practice was founded in the ninth century at the foot of Mount Tsukinowa in Kyoto’s picturesque Higashiyama district and holds deep ties to Japan’s imperial family. The unique experience is led by an English-speaking monk with in-depth knowledge of Esoteric Buddhism and includes access to parts of the site typically off-limits to the public. The tour is followed by a serene Ajikan meditation session, an ancient Esoteric Buddhist practice designed to foster mindfulness and inner peace. As a token of appreciation, each participant will receive a gift of purifying sandalwood incense, crafted from trees that grow on the temple grounds.