Kiyomizu-dera
≈ 1.4 km away · Temple
Its heritage rooms keep the pillars and window frames of the Yasaka Kaikan, a registered Tangible Cultural Property in Gion.
Imperial Hotel, Kyoto opened on March 5, 2026 in Gion, in the Yasaka Kaikan, a nationally registered Tangible Cultural Property on the grounds of the Gion Kobu Kaburenjo. It has 55 rooms: 47 in the Main Building and 8 in the North Wing, whose rooms have tatami flooring. Restaurants and bars are REN (fine French), YASAKA (all-day dining), the OLD IMPERIAL BAR and THE ROOFTOP. A lower-level wellness floor has a pool, fitness room, thermal baths and spa treatment rooms, free for staying guests.
Imperial Hotel, Kyoto
帝国ホテル 京都
Rate
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Dates and guests
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Practical details
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- Getting there
- About 15 min (3.5 km) by taxi from JR Kyoto Station, or City Bus 206 to Gion stop + 5 min walk; 8 min walk from Gion-Shijo Station (Keihan) and 10 min from Kyoto-Kawaramachi Station (Hankyu). Taxis enter the Gion Kobu Kaburenjo grounds via Hanamikoji Street.
- Source: imperialhotel.co.jp (opens in a new tab) · Checked Oct 8, 2026
- Nearest station
- Gion-Shijo Station (Keihan Main Line), 8-minute walk
- Source: imperialhotel.co.jp (opens in a new tab) · Checked Oct 8, 2026
- Room capacity
- Up to 3 guests (Suite, Grand Premier Room with Balcony); most room types 1-2 guests; limited extra beds on request
- Source: imperialhotel.co.jp (opens in a new tab) · Checked Oct 8, 2026
- Children
- Children accepted; baby cribs free of charge; under-16s must be accompanied by a parent/guardian in the pool/thermal area; children in diapers not allowed in the pool
- Source: imperialhotel.co.jp (opens in a new tab) · Checked Oct 8, 2026
- Dinner
- REN (fine French chef's counter, 18 seats, dinner Mon-Sat, Executive Chef Koji Imajo) or YASAKA (all-day dining); bars OLD IMPERIAL BAR and THE ROOFTOP (staying guests only). Room-only rates; meals not included by default.
- Source: imperialhotel.co.jp (opens in a new tab) · Checked Oct 8, 2026
- Breakfast
- Western or Japanese breakfast at YASAKA (6:30-10:30) or via in-room dining; Japanese breakfast needs reservation by the previous day; hotel guests only
- Source: imperialhotel.co.jp (opens in a new tab) · Checked Oct 8, 2026
Tattoos, special diets, accessibility and solo stays: see “Before you book: what the property officially says” below.
Before you book: what the property officially says
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Tattoos
Not clearly stated on the official site — ask the property before booking.
Dietary needs
Vegan: On the regular menu — Show the property’s wording
Vegan menu options are available at our all-day dining restaurant, and accommodations can also be made at our fine French restaurant
The property’s own words · Source: imperialhotel.co.jp (opens in a new tab) · Checked Oct 8, 2026 Halal: On request — Show the property’s wording
for halal dietary requirements, we can prepare dishes by removing alcohol, pork, and lard.
The property’s own words · Source: imperialhotel.co.jp (opens in a new tab) · Checked Oct 8, 2026
Vegetarian, Gluten-free: not clearly stated on the official site — ask the property before booking.
Accessibility
Step-free guest room: Yes — Show the property’s wording
Yes, an accessible room is available. Please inquire about availability in advance.
The property’s own words · Source: imperialhotel.co.jp (opens in a new tab) · Checked Oct 8, 2026 Accessible toilet: Yes — Show the property’s wording
Accessible restrooms are available on both the first and second floors, designed to accommodate guests using wheelchairs.
The property’s own words · Source: imperialhotel.co.jp (opens in a new tab) · Checked Oct 8, 2026
Step-free entrance, Accessible bath: not clearly stated on the official site — ask the property before booking.
Travelling solo
Solo stays: Accepted — Show the property’s wording
1 - 2 guests
The property’s own words · Source: imperialhotel.co.jp (opens in a new tab) · Checked Oct 8, 2026
Against the 179
- Size
- 55 rooms— Just over the median of 28; the 179 run 1 to 508
- Award
- One MICHELIN Key
- Type
- Modern brand— 77 of 179
- Where
- Kyoto
The catalogue’s own axis
- 3 Keys7 stays
- 2 Keys23 stays
- 1 Key113 stays
- Relais & Châteaux15 stays
- The Ryokan Collection46 stays
One MICHELIN Key — the largest group in the catalogue.
For scale: the smallest stay in this catalogue is Hakone Kairai at 1 room, the largest The Okura Tokyo at 508.
Nearby
Fushimi Inari Taisha
≈ 4.0 km away · Shrine
Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)
≈ 5.7 km away · Temple
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
≈ 9.5 km away · Grove
Gion
District
Philosopher's Path
Path
Distances are in a straight line from this property, not travel times. Locations from OpenStreetMap · © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL)
Photos: © Martin Falbisoner (CC BY-SA 4.0) · © Paul Vlaar (CC BY-SA 3.0) · © Jakub Hałun (CC BY 4.0) · © Bjørn Christian Tørrissen (CC BY-SA 4.0) · © MichaelMaggs (CC BY-SA 2.5) · © Kirin7739 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
About the ratings
1 KEY
One MICHELIN Key
The MICHELIN Guide's distinction for hotels — a Key, not a star — for the places its inspectors judge among the most special to stay.
Good to know
How many rooms does Imperial Hotel, Kyoto have?
Imperial Hotel, Kyoto has 55 rooms.
How do you get to Imperial Hotel, Kyoto?
About 15 min (3.5 km) by taxi from JR Kyoto Station, or City Bus 206 to Gion stop + 5 min walk; 8 min walk from Gion-Shijo Station (Keihan) and 10 min from Kyoto-Kawaramachi Station (Hankyu). Taxis enter the Gion Kobu Kaburenjo grounds via Hanamikoji Street.
What is the nearest station to Imperial Hotel, Kyoto?
Gion-Shijo Station (Keihan Main Line), 8-minute walk
What time is check-in at Imperial Hotel, Kyoto?
15:00
What time is check-out at Imperial Hotel, Kyoto?
12:00 (noon)
How many guests can stay in one room at Imperial Hotel, Kyoto?
Up to 3 guests (Suite, Grand Premier Room with Balcony); most room types 1-2 guests; limited extra beds on request
What is the policy on children at Imperial Hotel, Kyoto?
Children accepted; baby cribs free of charge; under-16s must be accompanied by a parent/guardian in the pool/thermal area; children in diapers not allowed in the pool
What are the dinner arrangements at Imperial Hotel, Kyoto?
REN (fine French chef's counter, 18 seats, dinner Mon-Sat, Executive Chef Koji Imajo) or YASAKA (all-day dining); bars OLD IMPERIAL BAR and THE ROOFTOP (staying guests only). Room-only rates; meals not included by default.
What are the breakfast arrangements at Imperial Hotel, Kyoto?
Western or Japanese breakfast at YASAKA (6:30-10:30) or via in-room dining; Japanese breakfast needs reservation by the previous day; hotel guests only
How do I book Imperial Hotel, Kyoto?
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