Riverside luxury retreat
HOSHINOYA Kyoto
Kyoto · Japan
Riverside retreat of 25 rooms in the Ran-kyo gorge in Arashiyama, reached by private boat.
The resort recreates the pleasures of the Kyoto aristocracy who once holidayed in Arashiyama. Guests reach the main building by private boat, and every guest pavilion frames the gorge.
- Reached by private boat
- Guest pavilions frame the gorge
- Incense bar in a 130-year-old kura
Facilities
- SpaSignature: In-room shiatsu massage
- Rooms25 rooms
From the hotel’s own website, checked 2026-11-14.
Concierge & experiences
Getting around
- Private boat from the boat lounge to the guest wing; private car if river conditions stop the boats
- Taxis for sightseeing, charter and station arrivals can be arranged
On the water
- Hisui, the hotel's own boat, with matcha-making and seasonal views; reservation required
Day trips & experiences
- Introduction to Incense Ceremony, in the style of the Kyoto nobles
- Morning Outdoor Stretch
From the hotel’s own website, checked 2026-11-14. Arranged by the hotel; ask the concierge for details and charges.
Inside the hotel
- Savor of SHINMIJIZAI restaurant
- Incense bar
Sources
Every fact on this page comes from the hotel’s own website, checked 14 Nov 2026.
Pages we read
- hoshinoresorts.com/en/hotels/hoshinoyakyoto
- hoshinoresorts.com/en/hotels/hoshinoyakyoto/roomsearch
- hoshinoresorts.com/en/hotels/hoshinoyakyoto/activities
- hoshinoresorts.com/en/hotels/hoshinoyakyoto/access
- hoshinoresorts.com/en/hotels/hoshinoyakyoto/contact
- hoshinoresorts.com/en/hotels/hoshinoyakyoto/dining
- hoshinoresorts.com/en/hotels/hoshinoyakyoto/todo
- hoshinoresorts.com/en/hotels/hoshinoyakyoto/sp/hoshinoyakyoto_seasons
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