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Aman Kyoto

FAR EAST, Japan, Kyoto

Set within a secret garden at the foot of Mount Hidari Daimonji, Aman Kyoto is a serene 60-key retreat that pays contemporary homage to the traditional Japanese ryokan . Rooms and pavilions range from 60sqm Susuki Rooms to the 241sqm Washigamine Pavilion, featuring tatami floors, tokonoma alcoves, and Japanese hinoki bathtubs . The resort offers a stunning indoor and outdoor onsen with mineral-rich hot springs, the Aman Spa, and dining that includes exquisite omakase kaiseki . Guests enjoy complimentary afternoon tea, evening aperitivo, and guided garden tours, all just a short distance from Kinkaku-ji Temple and 17 UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Family Offer

  • Room Only
  • Standard Room
  • Travelling June 2027
  • Direct Flights
  • 2 Adults / 2 Children
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Couples Offer

  • Room Only
  • Deluxe Room
  • Travelling June 2027
  • Direct Flights
  • Offer based on 2 Adults
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Hotel Overview

  • Room Only (Not offered; the property includes daily breakfast in all stays)
  • All stays include: Daily breakfast (Western or Japanese full breakfast at The Living Pavilion by Aman), in-room refreshments and beverages including alcoholic drinks, afternoon matcha green tea in the Tea House with seasonal sweets, complimentary soft drink selection at The Living Pavilion throughout the day, evening aperitif of beer, wine, Champagne and more with small snacks, guided tour of Aman Kyoto’s secret garden, and access to Aman Spa’s hot-spring onsen bathing facilities 
  • Susuki Room (60m²) – East-facing, garden or city views, located on ground and first floors
  • Nara Room (60m²) – West-facing, ground-floor, views of stone pathways, evergreen shrubs and maple trees
  • Kaede Room (60m²) – West-facing, first-floor, views of maple trees and forested hillside, with Hinoki Japanese bath
  • Hotaru Room (60m²) – Secluded, west-facing, mountainside location, views of moss-covered garden or forested hillside
  • Takagamine Suite (165m²) – Raised land, east-facing, views over garden with Mt. Hieizan in distance, living room, tatami room, Western dining room and kitchen area
  • Washigamine Pavilion (241m², 2-bedroom) – Highest, most secluded area, views over entire garden and Mt. Hieizan, traditional tatami room, Western living room, dining room, kitchen area, two en-suite bedrooms 
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom with bathtub
  • Hinoki Japanese bath and two sinks in each en-suite
  • Tokonoma alcoves
  • Traditional tatami flooring
  • Floor-to-ceiling windows with natural light
  • Personal bar and coffee machine
  • Kitchen facilities including wine cellar (in Pavilions)
  • TV and safe
  • Refrigerator
  • Various private meditation gardens nearby 
  • Aman Spa – Indoor and outdoor onsen (hot-spring) bathing facilities, three treatment rooms, spa lounge, retail area, breathing and meditation exercises available in the garden

Dining:

  • Taka-An – Japanese omakase dining, seasonal set menu
  • The Living Pavilion by Aman – Kyoto-inspired Western cuisine, à la carte offerings, fire-warmed interiors, garden terrace
  • Seasonal Afternoon Tea – Over 20 types of tea available, with sweet and savoury treats
  • Tea House Senkutsu – Concealed within the forest garden, elevates the ritual of tea
  • Complimentary soft drinks at The Living Pavilion throughout the day (certain items excluded)
  • Evening aperitif – Beer, wine, Champagne and more with small snacks
  • Guided garden tours
  • Yoga and mindfulness sessions available in the gardens
  • Forest bathing walks and meditation
  • Self-guided hikes
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange
  • Valet parking (free)
  • Airport pick-up and drop-off (additional charge) 
  • Location: 1 Okitayama Washimine-cho, Kita-ku, Kyoto 603-8458, Japan. Set in a secret garden at the heart of a 32-hectare forest, at the foot of Mount Hidari Daimonji. A stone’s throw from Kinkaku-ji Temple and 16 other UNESCO World Heritage Sites
  • Brand: Aman Resorts
  • Category: 5-star, Ultra-Luxury
  • Style: Contemporary homage to traditional Japanese ryokan inn, minimalist, serene
  • Opened: 2019
  • Number of Rooms: 26
  • Check-in: After 15:00
  • Check-out: Before 12:00
  • Minimum age: No age restriction mentioned
  • Pets: Not allowed
  • Child policy: Children of all ages welcome. Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type; additional fees may apply for children using existing beds
  • Best For: Couples, honeymoons, wellness seekers, luxury travellers, introverts seeking seclusion, those wanting a traditional ryokan experience with modern luxury
  • Approximate flight time from UK: 12-14 hours (direct to Osaka) + 1-hour drive to Kyoto
  • Time difference: GMT+9 (no daylight saving)

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