The Thousand Kyoto
Situated in the centre of Kyoto is The Thousand Kyoto. Inspired by Zen minimalist philosophy, the hotel takes a less is more approach to design. The hotel is within 2-minutes of JR Kyoto Station Central Gate and the Kyoto Tower, and within driving distance of Higashihongangi Temple and Shosei-en Garden. The Thousand Kyoto is effortlessly elegant and acts as an ideal base for those looking to explore all that Kyoto has to offer.
THE THOUSAND KYOTO, 570 Higashishiokōjichō, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, Japan
The Thousand Kyoto is ideally located for those guests looking to explore the wider city of Kyoto. Only a 2-minute walk from the JR Kyoto Station, the whole of Kyoto and beyond is readily available for guests to explore. With a range of temples, shrines and city sights all within walking distance, The Thousand Kyoto provides a luxury base for inquisitive lodgers.
- Gym/Workout room
- Lounge/Bar
- Business Centre
- Spa Treatments
- Banquet rooms
- 24 Hour Security
The Thousand Kyoto provides guests with four luxurious room options. All accommodation is elegantly designed and adorned with simple but effective features. The soothing grey tones allow guests to feel truly relaxed whilst residing in each of the rooms that The Thousand Kyoto has to offer. Each room and suite features modern amenities such as flat-screen TV, an en-suite bathroom with walk-in rain shower and bath, minibar, and a sitting area.
The KIZAHASHI Restaurants offers a tantalising variety of Japanese cuisine. Nestled at the centre of a stunning garden and with views over a breathtaking mountain valley, diners won’t be disappointed by the food or the view. Open for lunch and supper, diners can enjoy a multitude of traditional Japanese dishes.
The SCALAE Italian Restaurant offers a dignified and luxurious dining experience. Supervised by Chef Takamasa Uetake, diners can rest assured that the food they will be receiving is expertly crafted and authentically Italian. For a more relaxed experience, diners can opt for casual seating, where they can look out over the open kitchen, having the opportunity to get a preview of the dedication to food that SCALAE Italian Restaurant embodies.
The TEA AND BAR Restaurant truly embodies the theme of ‘the modern tea party’. Focussing their efforts on supplying the best seasonal tea that Japan has to offer, guests can discover a range of tea flavours that you can’t experience anywhere else in the world! Offering a tea ceremony and serving tea, coffee, cocktails and other alcoholic drinks, there is something for every guest to enjoy.
Just opposite The Thousand Kyoto lies the Kyoto Theatre. Guests can book tickets to watch a wide range of performances; from traditional Japanese performances to authentic Japanese music. Additionally, only a three minute walk away from The Thousand Kyoto, is the observation building of Kyoto Tower. From 100 metres high, visitors can look out across Kyoto, and if timed correctly, get to witness the stunning sunset over the distant mountains.
The Thousand Kyoto offers a multitude of fascinating and unique experiences for guests to choose from. These include; a ceramic painting experience where guests can visit a traditional kiln and learn about the art of ceramics, a visit to the “Separate Room” Temple, where visitors can discover the delicate nature of an 800 year old garden, and a private tour of Kyoto by night. Each of these experiences provide guests with once in a lifetime opportunities that are truly unique to Kyoto, Japan.
For those guests who like to live life on the edge, Helicopter Cruising over the heights of Kyoto is ideal. Enquiries surrounding the Helicopter Cruising experience are fully personalised to your desires. With a selection of flight paths to choose from, guests can generate life-lasting memories with this fantastic experience.
Children of all ages are permitted to stay at The Thousand Kyoto Hotel