Best of KYOTO
The 5 Best Boutique Hotels in Kyoto
Our travel editors hand-pick, rank, and curate the most spectacular boutique hotels in Kyoto.
Luxury hotel SOWAKA
Genteel hotel offering a bar, a restaurant & a rooftop terrace, plus a garden & tea ceremonies.
“Ranked #1 locally with a spectacular 4.7/5 rating on Google Maps (295 reviews).”
Genji Kyoto 源氏京都
Stylish hotel, inspired by traditional townhouses, offering a rooftop garden, river views & a cafe.
“Ranked #2 locally with a spectacular 4.8/5 rating on Google Maps (288 reviews).”
Suiran, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto
Posh hotel offering a Zen-like garden with a spa, plus a refined cafe with a terrace & river views.
“Ranked #3 locally with a spectacular 4.4/5 rating on Google Maps (725 reviews).”
Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto
A magnificent local favorite, widely celebrated for its exceptional boutique hotels experiences in Kyoto.
“Ranked #4 locally with a spectacular 4.5/5 rating on Google Maps (139 reviews).”
The Shinmonzen
A magnificent local favorite, widely celebrated for its exceptional boutique hotels experiences in Kyoto.
“Ranked #5 locally with a spectacular 4.9/5 rating on Google Maps (66 reviews).”