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Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with spa, near Kiyomizu Temple

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In the heart of Kyoto, Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto offers a serene retreat with Thai massages and body treatments at the onsite spa. Relax in style with dry cleaning services, a 24-hour gym, and luggage storage available to you.
VIP Access

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot springs
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Laundry service
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Lift
The current price is £949
additional charges may apply
20 Mar - 21 Mar

Why we love this property

Relaxation haven
The spa features aromatherapy, body scrubs, and wraps daily. A hot spring, sauna, and steam room await. Gardens and a 24-hour gym complete wellness options.
Garden in historic luxury
Wander through the tranquil garden at this luxury hotel. Nestled in a historic district, it offers a peaceful retreat from bustling city life.
Culinary fusion
Japanese breakfast is complimentary at this hotel's restaurant. The on-site dining venue pairs perfectly with a relaxing bar for evening unwinding.

Room options

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Serenity King | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Serenity King

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Deep-soaking bath
Bathrobes
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Serenity Twin | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Serenity Twin

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Deep-soaking bath
Bathrobes
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Grand Serenity King | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Grand Serenity King

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Deep-soaking bath
Bathrobes
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Grand Serenity Twin | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Grand Serenity Twin

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Deep-soaking bath
Bathrobes
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Wellbeing Sanctuary King | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Wellbeing Sanctuary King

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Deep-soaking bath
Bathrobes
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Wellbeing Sanctuary Twin | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Wellbeing Sanctuary Twin

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Deep-soaking bath
Bathrobes
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Onsen Retreat King | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Onsen Retreat King

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Separate bath and shower
Bathrobes
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Onsen Retreat Twin | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Onsen Retreat Twin

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Separate bath and shower
Bathrobes
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Grand Onsen Retreat King | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Grand Onsen Retreat King

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Separate bath and shower
Bathrobes
  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Grand Onsen Retreat Twin | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Grand Onsen Retreat Twin

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Separate bath and shower
Bathrobes
  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Banyan Onsen Retreat King | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Banyan Onsen Retreat King

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Separate bath and shower
Bathrobes
  • 74 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
7 Seikanji Ryozan-Cho, Higashiyama-Ward, Kyoto, 6050861

What's nearby

  • Kodai-ji Temple - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ryozen Kannon War Memorial - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hokanji Temple - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Yasaka Shrine - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 66 min drive
  • Gion-shijo Station - 19 min walk
  • Kiyomizu-gojo Station - 20 min walk
  • Kyoto Kawaramachi Station - 21 min walk
  • Higashiyama Station - 22 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 24 min walk
  • Keage Station - 28 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪MACCHA HOUSE 京都産寧坂 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪French cafe CHASEN 高台寺 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪阿古屋茶屋 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Living Room - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto

Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Kiyomizu Temple and Yasaka Shrine. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, body wraps or aromatherapy. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a bar/lounge, a 24-hour fitness centre and a garden.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 52 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free uncovered on-site self-parking
    • Limited on-site parking (max 6 spaces per unit)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free Japanese breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Hot springs

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Full-service spa
  • Massage/treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 99

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 52-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site spa, which has 6 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, Thai massages, body wraps and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is equipped with hot springs/mineral springs, a sauna and a steam room. The spa is open daily.

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath. This service features separate men's and women's areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM. There are indoor/outdoor hot springs open between 6:00 AM and 11:00 PM. The temperature in the hot springs is set to 41°F.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100-10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A bathing tax, collected at the property, may be charged. The bathing tax applies to properties with hot springs and ranges from JPY 150-500 per person, per night based on local regulations. Please note that further exemptions may apply.

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Hot springs access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
Guests with tattoos will be required to follow specific instructions when using the on-site public bathing facilities; more details are available at check-in.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto Hotel
Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto Kyoto
Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto Hotel Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Does Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto?

You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto and nearby?

On-site recreation at Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto includes hot springs. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as a 24-hour fitness centre and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

What's the area around Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto like?

Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto is a short 8-minute walk from Kiyomizu Temple and 11 minutes' walk from Yasaka Shrine.

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Reviews

Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Exceptional design, small but very nice bamboo garden
Oleg, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Exceptional overall experience
saud, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

INCREDIBLE PEOPLE AND SERVICE.
Patrick, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing staff. Great location. Nice and new.
Kevin, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautifully designed property
bita, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing property.
Sedrak, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Luxury hotel overlooking Kyoto. Newly built 12 months ago so everthing was well maintained. Short walk to restaurants. Many close at 8pm due to local rules. We wanted a relaxing place to spend our last few nights after a busy tour of Japan. This hotel was great for that.
Mark, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property is impeccably designed and constructed, with an outstanding location. Nevertheless, the most memorable aspect of our stay was the exceptional service provided by the hotel staff. Every member of the team greeted us warmly, demonstrated genuine friendliness, and consistently went out of their way to ensure guests were comfortable and well cared for. Our experience at this hotel surpassed expectations, and I look forward to returning soon with my mother. Thank you very much for your wonderful hospitality.
Dongwook, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A gem perfectly placed along a bamboo forest

My favorite part of my 21 day journey was Kyoto and the Banyan Tree Higashiyama. The hotel was perfectly located and the check in was enjoyable. My room was stunning and a wonderful refuge after spending the day waking and hiking around the sacred temples of Kyoto. I liked how I could customize my room with the screens and the different lighting options in the room. Breakfast was perfectly presented each morning.
david, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff treated us like VIP the moment we got out of the taxi and checked in. The check-in staff served us matcha and very fresh mochi confectionaries. The concierge, Yumi, in particular, went above and beyond to help us arrange our bullet train transportation after our stay to make our upcoming journey as seamless as possible. We could not be more grateful for her assistance. Our Grand Serenity room was beautiful. We appreciated the additional treats that were provided during turn down service. We also loved the essential oil selections to enhance the smell of our room. The bed in our room was the most comfortable we had on our 2 week trip in Asia. My husband and I felt like we were in zen heaven during our entire stay. The complimentary Japanese kaiseki breakfast at the onsite restaurant Ryozen was also a treat!
Michelle, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

This is a newer hotel. The location is a little difficult for walking to or from- taxis do not come by so we had to walk down to them each time. Think they haven’t found this hotel in the map yet. Room was lovely with fabulous views. The staff was what brought our rating of this hotel down, from the minute we arrived we felt unwelcome and staff was spotty the entire stay. I could say more, but we stayed at 2 other hotels during our visit to Kyoto and their service was impeccable. This hotel, from a service prospective, was far from a 5 star experience; or an experiences we’ve had at other Banyan properties
Stephanie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

我係入住當日先即時有Special request，酒店職員都能夠完全做到。盡心盡力。營造賓至如歸嘅感覺我下次再嚟京都都會想再住
PAK CHEUNG, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

muy bien ubicada y el servicio de primera
Luis, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

景色最高、ルームサービスダメ

ルームサービスが最悪 メニューが少ない、おいしくない、遅い
Koji, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

4박 후기

최근 오픈한 호텔로, 반얀트리 브랜드에 대한 기대치를 충족하기에는 다소 부족한 부분이 있었습니다. 직원들은 대체로 친절했으나, 5성급 특급 호텔에서 기대되는 세심하고 전문적인 서비스 수준과는 거리가 있었습니다. 레스토랑의 식사는 무난한 편에 그쳤으며, 인룸 다이닝 메뉴는 선택의 폭이 매우 제한적이었습니다. 리조트형 시설이 아닌 만큼 공용 온천장은 크기가 작고 다만 객실과 온천장 이동은 편리한 동선이였습니다. 온천 객실은 일반 객실과 구분되니 예약시 사전 확인이 필수적입니다. 피트니스 센터 역시 공간이 협소하고 답답하게 느껴졌습니다. 넓은 로비 공간 외에는 눈에 띄는 특징이 없었으며, 객실 수가 적어 조용하긴 하지만 호텔 내부 공간이 전반적으로 좁아 여유로운 분위기를 기대하기 어려웠습니다. 객실은 지나치게 건조하여, 가습 효과를 위해 욕조에 물을 받아도 큰 효과가 없었고, 난방기를 꺼도 여전히 건조했습니다. 특히 숙면 후 목이 따가울 정도로 불편함이 있었습니다. 호텔의 가장 큰 장점은 청수사 인근에 위치해 고즈넉한 분위기를 즐길 수 있다는 점이지만, 다른 지역으로의 접근성이 떨어지고, 주변에 편의시설이 부족해 불편했습니다. 또한, 교토 택시 기사들조차 위치를 잘 몰라 Park Hyatt를 기준으로 설명해야만 찾아갈 수 있었습니다. 다만, 오픈 초기 호텔답게 모든 시설이 매우 깨끗하고 청결했던 점은 인상적이었습니다.
4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Takahiro, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ludvik, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

hannah, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Zekai, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Xuan Yu, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Carlos, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Chijen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Luis, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

ARATA, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

fabio, 4-night trip