Spacious accommodation, even in the heart of Kyoto
The hotel offers five types of guest accommodation, of which even the most compact is a generous 54.8㎡. As in a traditional machiya, the bedroom is not directly visible from the door but is screened by a lattice or a lead-covered feature wall. A short corridor, decorated with paintings or flowers, leads to the main room. The décor is a harmonious blend of traditional Japanese design elements such as washi paper or a miniature garden, and modern fixtures and furnishings — a reminder that this is Kyoto.
The step-down living area is the perfect place to relax
The hotel has 16 Deluxe Premier rooms, with six different layouts. An imposing lead-covered feature wall, whose beauty grows with age, gives off a soft sheen. Living area and bedroom are separated by a wood and metal lattice, achieving a modern effect does not over-emphasize Japanese style and harmonizes perfectly with the Danish designer furniture.
A beautiful box garden, a tiny work of art that gives a sense of peace
Every Deluxe room has a box garden. Created by the potter Shiro Tsujimura, in collaboration with a florist that has supplied ikebana flower arrangements in Kyoto for over 160 years, these tiny landscapes bring a sense of peace to the viewer. The wave patterns above the bedroom shoji are another elegant design touch typical of Kyoto.
A space that embodies the aesthetics and craftsmanship of Kyoto, also ideal for guests travelling alone
Superior rooms are the hotel’s most compact, yet still measure a generous 55㎡. The bedroom is not visible from the door, and the décor, including the lead-covered feature wall, incorporates traditional Kyoto skills and materials. A jet bath and a living area with a table and chairs make this the perfect space to unwind after your journey.
A supremely luxurious suite, named after Hiramatsu’s hotel brand
Beyond the entrance lies the suite’s main room, with striking walnut-panelled walls. Lattice partitions subtly divide the space, casting beautiful shadows on the floor. Modern furniture by a Danish designer, Qing dynasty Chinese antiques, and artfully positioned flowers and paintings harmonise to create an effect that embodies the Kyoto aesthetic.
A peaceful, private space, softly lit through shoji screens
The first thing you see on entering the suite is a lattice partition. Turn right into the living room, graced by a colourful rug. Beyond it are the dining room, bedroom and bathroom, where shoji paper screens create a soft light. The layout evokes the traditional machiya townhouse with a series of connected rooms, each slightly different in character.