Regency Kyoto
Design-forward contemporary Japanese — clean, warm materials, intentional cultural references without tipping into kitsch. The bamboo forest at the entrance sets the tone immediately.
Ask specifically for a Garden View room or suite — the Japanese garden is centuries old and genuinely calming to wake up to
Why It Matters
Interior designed by Super Potato Design (Tokyo), a firm known for raw, refined spaces. The hotel wraps around a Japanese garden several hundred years old. Executive Suites include a private nijiriguchi (traditional tearoom entrance) with tatami room and sunken kotatsu — a level of Japanese detail you rarely get at a Hyatt.
Proof that chain hotels don't have to be boring. The Hyatt Regency Kyoto sits in the Higashiyama Shichijo district, steps from the Kyoto National Museum and Sanjusangen-do Temple, and the interior — done by Tokyo-based Super Potato Design — uses antique kimono fabric and paper lanterns not as decoration but as the whole design language. All 187 rooms have deep-soaking tubs; upgrade to a Deluxe Balcony or suite and you get fragrant cypress baths instead. It's only five stories, which makes the whole place feel quieter and more considered than the usual city Hyatt.
Where You'll Stay
13 room types available
1 King Bed
Entry-level room at 28 sqm uses plain wood throughout for warmth, with framed antique kimono tapestry from the Edo to Taisho period and a Japanese paper lantern. Functional and attractive, but on the smaller side by luxury hotel standards. Granite-floored bathroom with a deep-soaking tub. Nespresso, Blu-ray player, 43-inch flat-screen TV.
King · 28 sqm
1 King Bed, Balcony, Deluxe
On the fifth (top) floor with a 10 sqm balcony overlooking either the Kyoto National Museum or the hotel's Japanese garden. Walnut wood finishes give it a warmer, dressier feel than lower floors. The bathroom has a cypress bathtub with a large adjacent window — you can look at the sky while you soak. 49-inch TV, sofa area, work desk.
King · 60 sqm
1 King Bed, Corner, Deluxe
A generous 46 sqm corner layout with a full sofa lounge area, separate living room, and bedroom — each fitted with a 43-inch flat-screen TV. Granite-floored bathroom with a large bathtub. The corner configuration means more natural light from two directions.
King · 46 sqm
1 King Bed, Deluxe
Bright, open-style room at 30–33 sqm with a large window facing the hotel's inner garden. Depending on the specific room, includes a sofa bed, chair and ottoman for a more relaxed feel. Granite-floored bathroom with deep-soaking tub. A meaningful step up from standard in both light and breathing room.
King · 31 sqm2 Double Beds, Balcony, Deluxe
Twin version of the Deluxe Balcony — same top-floor location, 10 sqm balcony, cypress bathtub, and walnut finishes. Two double beds make it viable for families. 49-inch TV with sofa area.
Double · 60 sqm2 Queen Beds, Corner, Deluxe
At 59 sqm this feels close to a private suite. Sofa lounge area, separate powder room in the bedroom, and living room and bedroom each with flat-screen TVs (49-inch and 43-inch respectively). Granite bathroom with large bathtub. The largest non-suite configuration in the hotel.
Queen · 59 sqm2 Twin Beds
Same footprint and design as the King, with two twin beds — kimono tapestry wall art, plain wood finishes, paper lantern, and a granite bathroom with deep-soaking tub. 43-inch TV and Blu-ray player. Comfortable for two travelers but tight for extended stays.
Twin · 28 sqm2 Twin Beds, Deluxe
Twin version of the Deluxe, at 30–33 sqm with garden-facing windows and sofa bed or chair/ottoman options. Granite bathroom with a large tub. Good option for two travelers wanting a bit more space than the standard twin.
Twin · 31 sqmExecutive Suite, 1 King Bed
The standout feature here is the nijiriguchi — a traditional low-entry door that leads into a private tatami room with six tatami mats, a sunken kotatsu, and shoji sliding paper doors. The suite overlooks the hotel's centuries-old Japanese garden through a massive window. Bathroom has a separate rain shower wet area plus a large cypress bathtub. Walk-in closet, 49-inch TV, Blu-ray player, espresso machine. A premium suite under World of Hyatt terms.
King · 70 sqmExecutive Suite, 2 Double Beds
Same layout and tatami room as the King Executive Suite, but configured for two double beds — useful for families or two couples. 70 sqm with a private tatami/kotatsu room, garden views, cypress bathtub, and rain shower. A premium suite category.
Double · 70 sqmKyoto Suite, 1 King Bed
The top-floor flagship with a 15 sqm balcony overlooking the Kyoto National Museum. Gray and red tones reflect Higashiyama's palette. The king bed has a custom-made mattress and down duvet by K.K. Iwata, a Japanese heritage bedding brand. Two flat-screen TVs (49-inch and 43-inch), motorized blinds, cypress bathtub, and separate rain shower wet area. Espresso machine and work desk included. Premium suite category.
King · 88 sqmKyoto Suite, 2 Double Beds
Twin-bed version of the Kyoto Suite with the same 88 sqm floorplan, 15 sqm balcony, and National Museum views. Gray and green tone variant. Custom K.K. Iwata mattresses, cypress bathtub, rain shower, two TVs, espresso machine. Top floor, premium suite.
Double · 88 sqmRegency Suite
The largest configuration at 90 sqm with a wraparound 35 sqm balcony. L-shaped layout with two separate twin bedrooms — the most privacy-conscious option, and ideal for families. Balcony looks over the Kyoto National Museum and surrounding streets. Bathroom has a cypress bathtub. Tatami room included. Premium suite category.
Twin / Double · 90 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
6 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Rental bicycles available through the hotel — a practical and enjoyable way to cover Higashiyama's temple circuit and surrounding neighborhoods.
Maiko (trainee Geisha) performances held at the hotel for both restaurant and hotel guests. After the performance, the Maiko visits the restaurant to greet guests individually — you can take photos with her. A rare chance to see this tradition up close without going to a commercial show.
A private lounge staffed by dedicated concierges who handle personalized itinerary planning, restaurant reservations, and seasonal recommendations. The suite also showcases and sells traditional Kyoto crafts — bamboo work, Kyo-uchiwa fans, ceramics — sourced from local artisans.
Open-top double-decker bus tour of Kyoto's major sites. Bus stop is approximately 0.87 miles from the hotel. Bookable through the hotel concierge.
A curated reading room on the Garden Floor with sweeping views of the hotel's Japanese garden through floor-to-ceiling windows. Bookshelves stocked with titles on Kyoto seasons, traditional townhouses, ukiyo-e, and Japanese culture. In spring, the view includes the weeping cherry blossom in full bloom.
Professional photography and video experiences available through the hotel — useful for milestone occasions or travelers wanting a curated Kyoto session.
Hotel-guests-only yoga and meditation sessions held every Tuesday and Thursday at 8:00–8:45 AM in the Gallery on the 1st Floor. Maximum 15 participants. Advance reservation and prepayment required. Reservations close at 5:00 PM the day before; cancellations and refunds not accepted after payment.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Main ballroom with surround projection system, two junior ballrooms, wedding chapel, wedding salon, boardroom, and meeting rooms. Latest AV technology throughout.
24-hour gym for hotel guests with cardiovascular machines, isotonic machines, and free weights. Non-hotel guests may use facilities 10:00 AM–8:30 PM. Gym use is complimentary for hotel guests. Lockers, showers, and saunas included.
A centuries-old Japanese garden at the center of the property, around which the hotel was built. Features a pond and seasonal plantings including a weeping cherry blossom visible from the ground-floor Library.
Babysitting services available through the hotel on request.
On-site shop with hotel gifts and Kyoto-related items.
On-site parking available at an additional charge.
Separate-gender sauna facilities within Riraku Spa and Fitness. Towels and bathrobes provided. Additional fee for non-spa guests.
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