Three Quiet Stays in Kyoto: Soak, Sauna, and Savor

Serene bathing and sauna spaces and unhurried, nourishing mornings—three Kyoto stays designed to leave you feeling refreshed. An ideal pick for couples seeking an intimate escape that elevates the Kyoto experience.

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HOTEL KUU KYOTO

A quiet hideaway in the heart of Kyoto. Slip into the Fuji lava-stone bath and feel its radiant heat sink deep into your body, tfollowed by a sauna and cold plunge to complete your reset. Morning begins with Kyoto-style obanzai—simple, home-cooked dishes prepared with a gentle touch that brings the day to start a day softly.
Some rooms look toward Higashi Honganji, and Simmons beds support deep, uninterrupted rest after exploring the city. A central location with a surprisingly quiet atmosphere—an inviting base for travelers who want Kyoto at their doorstep, yet need space to breathe.

Hotel Elcient Kyoto Hachijoguchi

A Japanese spa (public bath) with sauna brings calm to the center of Kyoto. Unwind in a spacious bath and sauna, then step straight into the city just moments away. Simple, calm rooms are designed for comfortable long stays, allowing Kyoto to unfold at an easy pace.
A breakfast buffet of more than 70 Japanese and Western dishes—including Kyoto-style obanzai and freshly baked croissants—sets a gentle tone for the day.

Hotel Gion Ichirin

Slip into Gion’s quiet and stay awhile. Just 24 rooms, each designed with a refined sense of Japanese harmony and room to breathe. Spa Suites feature a steam sauna and hot stone bath for deep, private renewal.
Two private bath areas—one with a stone sauna, the other with a steam sauna—offer baths and lounges where guests can unwind with complimentary drinks.
A Kyoto-style breakfast—overseen by a Michelin-awarded chef and served in-room as a miniature kaiseki—starts the morning with a composed, thoughtful touch.

The Gentle Rhythm of Kyoto

Saunas, soothing baths, and carefully prepared breakfasts—each unfolding among historic streets—offer a glimpse of Kyoto’s subtle hospitality. Beyond the well-known districts, the city still shelters small, attentive hideaways where time moves with a soft, unhurried flow. The quieter side of Kyoto is always near, ready to be discovered at your own rhythm.