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The Hotel The Mitsui Kyoto offers a unique blend of traditional Japanese design and modern amenities.

This review will explore its rooms and dining options and highlight the service that sets this hotel apart from other luxury hotels in the area. It is the perfect destination for people planning a romantic getaway, a family vacation, or a business trip. It is for those seeking a great stay in this historic city. Read on to find out all that this hotel has to offer.

Overview

Kyoto has been a popular destination for visitors since ancient times. Hotel The Mitsui Kyoto, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa, harmonizes nature, climate, and history while harnessing guests' enjoyment. The hotel's brand's concept is "Embracing Japan's Beauty." It reflects this ideal and its ties with traditional Japanese aesthetics.

Kyoto's culture, from architecture to crafts, food, and service, is reflected in every detail of the hotel. Moreover, the hotel offers natural spring water drawn from an onsite source. The 24-hour fitness center is also a great way to stay in shape. Enjoy the view of Kyoto and its garden in your hotel suite or room. You will also have 24-hour service.

Location

This property is located in Kyoto, Japan. It was built on the site of a centuries-old residence that belonged to the Mitsui Family. This is a powerful Japanese clan that created dozens of major corporations. Kajiimiya Gate is the first thing you see when entering the property. It features a temple-like design of 18th-century tiles and wood. The hotel is also a subtle echo of Nijo Castle (a 17th-century Unesco World Heritage site). It is located across Horikawa Street.

Service and Facilities

The "ambassadors," a team of smiling and friendly staff, welcome guests to the hotel. They also perform a tea ceremony on the premises and lead tours. Shiki-noma is a replica. It is beautifully crafted. It copies the ceremonial rooms from Mitsui's original home. The scent of hinoki cypress fills the room as you remove your shoes. You will then enter a tranquil traditional space. Here, you will have views of the garden.

The space is also used to host wellness breathing sessions each morning. Guests can inhale or exhale while lying on yoga mats. The Thermal Spring Spa is another highlight in the basement. It has an onsen hot spring bathing pool with black walls and boulders.

The hotel also has a peaceful four-room spa with two private bathing suites. The staff can also arrange activities throughout Kyoto, including afternoon tea.

Rooms

There are 161 rooms. Some rooms have views of Nijo Castle's walls, while others offer views of Kyoto or the central gardens. The basement also has two Onsen Deluxe Suites, ideal for bath lovers. They feature a spacious design and private onsens.

Besides, you'll find light stone bathtubs in the bathrooms with aromatic black-packaged amenities. The elegant bathrooms are also a place to pamper yourself.

Dining

Two hotel restaurants look out onto the central stage garden. Signature Toki offers a unique dining experience. The chef blends French cuisine with Japanese influences, such as white miso-marinated smoked fish.

Forni is a relaxed, all-day Italian restaurant famous for its wafer-thin pizzas. The Garden Bar showcases Kyoto's tea tools for a special afternoon tea. Try a Kira cocktail made with bamboo grass-infused Kyoto Gin and orange bitters for an evening pit stop.

Forni (Italian Cuisine)

Forni's culinary team pays homage to traditional handmade dishes. Italy is a country with a bountiful and rich nature, which makes it an ideal source of fresh ingredients. Kyoto shares this. In Kyoto, guests taste Italian ingredients and local products, experiencing the 24 terms of the solar calendar. Moreover, the garden is visible from every seat at Forni and is reflected in each season. Forni features a Japanese kamado-style cooking range.

The Garden Bar (Bar & Lounge)

The hotel's Japanese garden is open in all four seasons. Spring brings the sakura cherries. Autumn is vibrant and beautiful. The summer months are lush and green. And winter has a breathtaking snowscape. At the Garden Bar, guests can unwind while taking in the stunning views of the gardens at night.

YUI

YUI is a Japanese restaurant in London. It offers dishes prepared using the best culinary skills and techniques. YUI's Japanese food is based on dashi jiru, the traditional Japanese stock. You will have a sustainable new meal. You can also enjoy the view of the courtyard and garden. They show the changing seasons.

Toki

Here, you will see the Japanese court garden in full view. It combines nature's beauty and flowing water. Toki allows you to enjoy the Kyoto seasons while celebrating special occasions. Moreover, the chef fuses French and Japanese culinary techniques and traditions. TOKI offers a glimpse into a new world of culinary innovation.

Spa and Wellness

The hotel offers a unique set of Spa treatments, including massage oil body treatments. These treatments combine with a visit to a Thermal spring to create a truly relaxing experience.

Moreover, the private Onsen has a Japanese Garden and an enclosed wet space. Room service is also available to guests at the Private Onsen but only to hotel guests.

The thermal spring is an onsen pool that guests bathe in while wearing swimsuits. It is a hot natural spring about 1,000 meters beneath the hotel.

Takeaway

With its 5 star rating, this hotel is in the heart of Kyoto, Japan. It has an elegant design and great service. It also has a rich history and fine dining options. Hotel The Mitsui Kyoto offers an unforgettable experience. Expect world-class amenities, facilities, and dining options. Book your stay today. Discover why it is a top choice for travelers looking for a truly exceptional stay in one of Japan's most beautiful cities.