PARK HYATT KYOTO, Kyoto

Park Hyatt Kyoto - A hillside retreat with ancient teahouses, traditional ryotei dining, and panoramic city views

Staggered across the eastern hills of Higashiyama, this 5-star Kyoto hotel encompasses several interconnected buildings featuring walls of windows and light tamo ash wood architecture. Park Hyatt's 70 rooms offer premium bedding, 24-hour room service, laptop-friendly workspaces, and pillow menus. The property houses four distinct dining venues, including the exquisitely-renovated Kyoyamato - a seventh-generation ryotei restaurant with a centuries-old teahouse where feudal warlords once held meetings. The Living Room features gold leaf ceilings, a central fireplace, and ikebana arrangements by Yuji Kobayashi, while Kyoto Bistro serves organic cuisine on Asahiyaki ceramics. A fitness center and spa providing Kyoto-inspired treatments complement the amenities. Located in Gion district, Park Hyatt Kyoto sits within 0.5 miles of Yasaka Shrine and Kennin-ji temple. The property's elevated position frames signature views across Kyoto's tiled rooftops, with Yasaka Pagoda as the centerpiece.

Pros

Inner courtyard features a unique Japanese garden created with 31 Colorado boulders

Signature cocktails include the forest-hued Shuhari, made with green tea, grapefruit, and sake

Children receive special amenities including mini slippers and bathrobes

Exclusive access to meetings with local craftsmen

Cons

2 miles distance to major attractions like Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine and Temple of the Silver Pavilion

1 mile walk to Nishiki Market