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 that 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.
The hotel’s signature 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.