At Dusit Thani Kyoto, graceful Thai hospitality and subtle Japanese tradition meet in a luxurious environment where guests enjoy a unique and personalised accommodation experience. An urban sanctuary in the heart of Japan’s ancient capital for business and leisure travellers alike, it is among the leading luxury hotels in Kyoto.
Opened in September 2023, it received a coveted One Key distinction from the 2024 Michelin Guide.
Located in the peaceful Hanganji Monzen-machi district within walking distance of bustling Kyoto Station, Dusit Thani Kyoto boasts a harmonious fusion of Thai and Japanese influences throughout its architecture and interior design, sustainable dining and culinary offerings, engaging cultural activities and world-class wellness spa.
Rooms And Suites Of Elegance
The 147 meticulously appointed rooms and suites at Dusit Thani Kyoto offer an inviting balance of elegance and charm. All feature satellite TV with entertainment system, complimentary Wi-Fi, mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities, in-room safe, hairdryer, toiletries and bath amenities.
The choice of room categories includes: Deluxe Room; Premier Room; Premier Garden View; One Bedroom Suite; One Bedroom Corner Suite; Premier Suite; and Imperial Suite.
Dining To Delight the Palate
Thai cuisine and Japanese culinary traditions are celebrated in exquisite style at Dusit Thani Kyoto, with a range of enticing options for memorable dining and socialising. The different concept restaurants serve tantalising dishes using the freshest sustainably sourced ingredients.
Ayatana
Ayatana offers a multi-sensory fine dining experience that blends the authentic flavours of Thai cuisine with the finest Japanese traditions. Helmed by acclaimed chefs Duangporn ‘Bo’ Songvisava and Dylan Jones – who earned a Michelin star for their previous Bangkok restaurant Bo.lan – the restaurant takes guests on a culinary voyage inspired by the Shojin Ryori philosophy with its connection to seasonal ingredients and sustainability.
At Ayatana, sustainability is practically an ingredient that is woven into the dishes. Ensuring farm-to-table freshness, the restaurant uses herbs and vegetables grown in the farming village of Ohara in its dishes. Guests can even visit Ohara to harvest these ingredients themselves, to then enjoy them during dinner at Ayatana.
Koyo
At Koyo – open for lunch and dinner – the artistry of Japanese cuisine is on full show with talented chefs headed by the esteemed Chef Kondo meticulously crafting sublime dishes right in front of guests in Chef’s Table fashion. While a carefully curated a la carte menu is also available, the true focus is on the superbly designed omakase menu, where each dish is a testament to the chef’s culinary prowess and creativity.
Koyo means ‘autumn leaves’ in Japanese, and the restaurant embodies the essence of its name. It sources fresh seasonal produce from the revered Kansai region along with special and rare ingredients, the chefs sharing stories as they create each flavourful dish. A bespoke ‘Omakase Wine Pairing’ option is available featuring sommelier-selected wines, as is tea pairing with the teppanyaki.
Koyo also has three Chef’s Table exclusive private rooms, offering luxury and privacy for between six to eight people each.
Kati
Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Kati showcases traditional Thai and Japanese flavours with a focus on fresh, sustainably sourced ingredients. The regional dishes and eclectic array of culinary delights on offer promise to tantalise the taste buds.
The Gallery
Open from mid morning til mid evening, The Gallery provides an elegant setting in which to indulge in refined pleasure and where the signature afternoon tea experience is a must-do. An exquisite assortment of confections and other delectable offerings are available, along with the artfully concocted classic cocktails of expert mixologists.
Den Kyoto
This funky social bar welcomes night owls with upbeat music, and is open from 4pm til 11pm. An array of bespoke spirit-forward libations and rare spirits are on offer, along with tasty bites.
Tea Salon
Known as ‘chanoyu’ or ‘sado’ in Japanese, the tea ceremony is a highly ritualised way of preparing and serving matcha (green tea). A city deeply connected to the history and cultural significance of this practice, Kyoto is one of the best places to experience a tea ceremony and the Tea Salon at Dusit Thani Kyoto is the ideal setting in which to do so. By appointment only and led by a tea master hailing from Kyoto, it is a memorable exploration into Japan’s legendary tea culture.
Remarkable Cultural Experiences
An impressive choice of unique local experiences gives Dusit Thani Kyoto guests the chance to explore the fascinating history and modern culture of Kyoto and the surrounding region.
Kyoto is home to no less than 17 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and from the hotel it’s easy to travel to Kiyomizu Temple, Nijo Castle, Toji Temple and Nishi-Honganji Temple and other famous locations. Organic tea picking can be enjoyed in Wazuka, a nearby town with an 800-year history of producing exquisite Uji tea. As can be vegetable harvesting in Ohara, a short drive away.
At the hotel itself, there are maiko performance afternoons and tea ceremonies to enjoy, and demonstrations on traditional Japanese art forms like kumihimo, kintsugi, shakyo, wagashi and origami. There are also experiences designed for families and younger guests, such as nurie colouring and hiragana drawing.
Inspirational Spa Offerings
The signature Devarana Wellness centre, an indoor swimming pool, and 24-hour fitness centre with cardio machines and free weights as well as a yoga studio provide plenty of opportunity for guests to relax, rejuvenate and replenish during their stay.
At Devarana Wellness a unique fusion of ancient Thai massage therapies and traditional Japanese rituals is delivered by expert therapists. Signature treatments include the 90-minute Ancient Thai Massage, 60-minute Green Tea Body Scrub and 120-minute Body & Mind Synergy package. Holistic wellness, meditation and skin health facials are available, and heat and water experiences are included with all Devarana spa services.
Visit the hotel’s website to book a stay now or to learn more about the unique and personalised blend of Thai hospitality and Japanese tradition on offer at Dusit Thani Kyoto.
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