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Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto

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A Banyan Tree hotel. Rialto is a Accor Preferred agency: book this hotel direct at the VIP rate for benefits that can include priority room upgrades, hotel credits, and more.

Escape the noise and crowds of Kyoto in this 52-room hilltop hotel surrounded by a verdant bamboo forest. Experience Japanese culture onsite by catching a maiko and geiko performance at the Bamboo Pavilion, or by listening to the melodies of koto and shakuhachi. Spa offerings draw from traditional Japanese healing rituals; dining spots include kaiseki options (multi-course Japanese menus); and the Bar Ryozen packs an educational punch, serving lessons in the history of rice alongside cups of local sake. When you're ready to explore, the world-famous Kiyomizu-dera Temple is just a 10-minute walk away.

7 Seikanji Ryozan Cho, Higashiyama Ward, 6050861 Kyoto, Japan
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Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto
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3rd Night Free
Stays until Jun 30, 2027 · Book by Dec 31, 2026

About Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto

Insider tip

Take advantage of the lush surroundings by booking a morning yoga session in the property's gardens.

In the hotel’s own words

SERENE HILLTOP SANCTUARY IN KYOTO’S GION AND HIGASHIYAMA DISTRICT

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Nestled on a hill beside the renowned Kiyomizu-dera Temple and embraced by a tranquil bamboo forest, Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto hotel offers an intimate retreat. Stay in one of 52 luxurious rooms, each featuring contemporary Japanese accents, modern amenities and stunning views of Kyoto's historic cityscape.

This hilltop Kyoto luxury hotel is the only one in the city with a Bamboo Pavilion, natural hot springs and an authentic Noh stage, where guests can enjoy classical Japanese performances. Find peace and rejuvenation away from the city's hustle and bustle at our Kyoto hotel with private onsen.

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Accor Preferred is Accor's invitation-only VIP program, open to a small group of luxury travel agencies. VIP rates generally meet or beat the hotel's website rates and include the amenities below. The booking is a direct reservation with the hotel, so it earns Accor Live Limitless (ALL) points and elite-night credit, and Accor Live Limitless (ALL) elite status benefits apply.

  • Daily breakfast for two
  • $100 hotel credit per stay
  • Room upgrade on arrival, based on availability
  • Early check-in and late check-out, based on availability
  • Welcome amenity
  • Accor Live Limitless (ALL) points, elite nights and status benefits, as this is a direct hotel booking

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Rooms and suites

11 room types.
Rooms
Size
Bed options
1Serenity, King
Tatami-floored room with a wooden soaking tub and garden views.
517 ft²
1 King
2Serenity, Twin
Two beds beside our signature wooden bathtub, with tatami surroundings and garden views.
538 ft²
2 Twins
3Grand Serenity, Twin
Twin beds with tatami flooring and garden views.
Members only
2 Twins
4Grand Serenity, King
Japanese-Western fusion design with city and garden views.
Members only
1 King
5Wellbeing Sanctuary, King
Floor-to-ceiling windows over the city, with a private yoga space and wooden soaking tub.
Members only
1 King
6Wellbeing Sanctuary, Twin
Twin beds, a private yoga space, and panoramic views.
Members only
2 Twins
7Onsen Retreat, King
A private natural onsen and courtyard garden views with tatami flooring.
Members only
1 King
8Onsen Retreat, Twin
Twin beds beside a private natural onsen, with tranquil courtyard garden views.
Members only
2 Twins
9Grand Onsen Retreat, King
A mineral-rich private natural onsen with East-meets-West design.
Members only
1 King
10Grand Onsen Retreat, Twin
An expansive twin-bed retreat with a private natural onsen.
Members only
2 Twins
11Banyan Onsen Retreat, King
The hotel's most spacious sanctuary, with magnificent views and a private natural onsen.
Members only
1 King

Room type data is subject to change and accuracy cannot be guaranteed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does booking through Rialto cost more than booking with the hotel?

No - VIP rates under Accor Preferred always meet or beat hotel's public, flexible rate, and provide valuable amenities and possible upgrades. Rialto also provides the hotel's non-VIP and corporate rates, so you can compare with full transparency.

Can my AI assistant book this hotel?

Yes. Connect Rialto to Claude or ChatGPT with our AI hotel booking MCP server and ask for rates. You finish the booking instantly on a secure Rialto page, direct with the hotel. Card details are not sent through the AI chat, so either you would approve the final checkout step and reconfirm all the information, or if you authorize your agent with Computer-Use permissions, it can fill out the checkout form as well.

What is the value of the VIP benefits?

Daily breakfast for two plus the $100 hotel credit come with every stay at this hotel - adding $100-200/day in value. A room upgrade could also be worth a substantial amount, in addition to early check-in / late check-out benefits when available.

Do I earn Accor Live Limitless (ALL) points and keep my elite benefits? Is this considered a direct booking or a third-party booking?

Yes. The booking is a direct reservation with the hotel, so it earns Accor Live Limitless (ALL) points and elite-night credit, and Accor Live Limitless (ALL) elite status benefits apply.

What room types does Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto offer?

Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto lists Serenity, King, Serenity, Twin, Grand Serenity, Twin, Grand Serenity, King, Wellbeing Sanctuary, King, Wellbeing Sanctuary, Twin and 5 more. Sizes and bed options for each are in the rooms table above.

How does this compare to other programs, like through AMEX Fine Hotels & Resorts, or Chase Edit?

Using a hotel's own VIP program may provide higher upgrade priority, additional VIP benefits and promotional rate offers, and a direct relationship with the hotel for special requests. Rialto offers more VIP hotels than any credit card program. In addition, Chase Edit rates can be substantially more expensive as they rarely run promotions whereas AMEX rates are often comparable but do not offer programs such as Upgrade at Booking.

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