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Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
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3,196 guest reviews analysed
Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto 445-3, Myohoin Maekawa-cho Higashiyama-ku 605-0932 Kyoto, Japan
Part of theFour SeasonsCollection
Distinctions
Forbes Travel Guide
Global excellence index
Advisor network
Card travel programme
EMPTYJET Consensus
91.0 / 100
Our own composite of guest reviews across Google, Tripadvisor, Booking, Agoda and every major platform — the praise and the complaints.
Analysed from 3,196 guest reviews across Google, Tripadvisor, Booking.com, Trip.com and Agoda.
Most noted: rooms.
Best for
- couples
- food & wine
- city breaks
- wellness
About Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto is an EMPTYJET property in Kyoto, Japan, featuring 180 rooms. The hotel is recognised with a Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star rating and is listed in La Liste’s Top 1000 hotels with a score of 94/100. Dining options include Sushi Ginza Onodera, serving Edomae sushi, and EMBA KYOTO GRILL, which specialises in steak and seafood. Guests can also visit Bar SEY for signature cocktails, artisanal local spirits, and classic Japanese whiskies.
Located in the historic Higashiyama district, the hotel is centred on an 800-year-old pond garden and offers experiences rooted in local cultural traditions and wellness rituals.
Why it stands out
Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto is listed for its EMPTYJET status, strong brand, and prime Kyoto location. The property is recognised by Forbes Travel Guide and La Liste, and offers notable dining, including Edomae sushi and a signature bar. Its setting in Higashiyama and focus on cultural experiences add to its appeal.
Key facts
- Official classification
- 5-star (google_maps)
- Keys
- 180 rooms
- Brand
- Four Seasons
- Type
- City, Wellness
Amenities
Verified 19 Aug 2026Dining
- Multiple restaurants — Sushi Ginza Onodera; EMBA KYOTO GRILL
- Bar — signature cocktails, artisanal local spirits and classic Japanese whiskies at SEY
Dining
Verified 19 Aug 2026Awards & affiliations
- Forbes Travel GuideFour-Star2026
- La ListeTop 10002026
- VirtuosoMember
- American Express Fine Hotels + Resorts
Location
34.9900, 135.7761 · approximatePosition is approximate (area); exact coordinates are pending verification.
Sources+
- EMPTYJET seed catalogueSeed5 fields
- Official brand / collection siteBrand9 fields
- Serper (Google Maps data)Places provider2 fields
- WikidataEncyclopedia6 fields
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