12 Best Onsen Hotels in Kyoto with Private Onsens and Various Baths including Silky Baths and Barrel Baths!
If you’re looking for a relaxing retreat amongst some of Japan’s most popular cities, the good news is you won’t have to travel far. Whether you’re exploring Tokyo or Osaka, you are less than 2.5 hours away from Kyoto - which definitely brims with more than just the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest and Fushimi Inari Shrine.
In fact, Kyoto is a well-loved spot for its hot spring resorts where you can have a nice long soak after a long day of walking. Don’t just do a day trip to Kyoto, spend a night or two at Kyoto’s onsen hotels for a stay to remember!
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1. Hotel Monterey Kyoto
Located conveniently just a 3-minute walk from Karasuma Oike Station or 5-minute walk from the Karasuma Station or Shijo Station, Hotel Monterey Kyoto is perfect for those who want to be near a train station.
Head up to the 13th floor, and you will find Spa Trinity, the hotel’s penthouse spa that boasts pure natural spring water pumped from 1,000m below the city.
'Trinity' was chosen as the name because the spa aims to provide guests with three main benefits: soothing the spirit, cleansing the body and revitalising the mind.
#KlookTip: Ladies on solo or bestie travel can also book a room on their Ladies Floor for added peace of mind.
Address: 604 Manjuya-cho, Sanjo-sagaru, Karasuma-dori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8161, Japan
2. Super Hotel Kyoto Shijyo Kawaramachi
Who says you can’t enjoy an onsen hotel on a budget? At Super Hotel Kyoto Shijyo Kawaramachi, guests can enjoy a clean and cosy room as well as convenience at their fingertips.
The hotel is a 6-minute walk from Gion Shijo Subway Station, 3-minute walk from Kyoto Kawaramachi Station and is also super close to attractions like Nishiki Market (just 2-minutes away!), Kamogawa River and Yasaka Shrine.
The hotel’s onsen has different timings for men and women so make sure you check before you enter:
Women: 7am - 9.30am, 3pm - 4.50pm, 8pm - 10.50pm
Men: 5pm - 7.50pm, 11pm - 6.50am (overnight)
Address: 538-1, Nakanomachi, Shijo Agaru, Shinkyogoku Street, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
3. KKR Kyoto Kuniso
If you’re looking for more traditional-style accommodation, you’ll be happy to know that you can opt for a Japanese-style ryokan room with tatami mats in addition to the usual Western-style room with twin or double beds at KKR Kyoto Kuniso.
This hotel is also just a minute away from Kojin-guchi bus stop, 7-minute walk from Keihan Jingu Marutamachi Station, and (the best bit) right beside the tranquil Kamogawa River.
Make sure to opt for a room with a view for an even better stay! And even if your room doesn’t have a view, head to the hotel’s onsen for a dip and enjoy the zen garden…ah, bliss.
Address: 602-0858 Kyoto, Kyoto, Kamigyo-ku Higashi Sakuramachi 27-3, Japan
4. The Westin Miyako Kyoto
Boasting sumptuously comfortable rooms with gorgeous views, The Westin Miyako Kyoto offers just a touch of opulence to your travels. Families or friends can book the suites that have two double beds, which can accommodate up to 4-5pax. Some rooms also have private onsen baths for added luxury!
Location-wise, this hotel is a 2-minute walk from Keage Station and there’s even a complimentary shuttle bus that regularly runs between Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit and the hotel.
Guests can look forward to not one but two baths at the hotel’s Spa KACHO, which uses natural hot spring water sourced from within the hotel grounds. You can choose to dip in the indoor bath or the semi-open-air onsen, framed by peaceful seasonal views of the gardens leading up to Mount Kacho.
#KlookTip: Do make time for the other facilities in this hotel, which include a barber, salon and day spa, fitness centre, pool and even a tea ceremony that you can attend!
Address: 1 Awataguchi Kachocho, Higashiyama
5. Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho opened its doors pretty recently in spring 2022, so you can expect modern amenities and new, clean and comfy rooms for your Kyoto stay!
Plus point: It’s only one-minute walk away from the JR Umekoji Kyoto Nishi Station!
If you love onsen soaks, this hotel will more than satisfy with a huge public bath, and five private baths with different styles, including an open-air rock bath, open-air ceramic bath that releases microbubbles into the bathtub, and more!
Address: 41-10 Suzakuuchihata-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto 600-8843
6. Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs is a modern-style inn with a mix of Western and Japanese-style rooms. Get the best of both worlds with the usual double or twin beds set in rooms with tatami mats.
The hotel is also a 7-minute walk away from the central exit of JR Kyoto Station - talk about convenience!
Another onsen wonderland, this hotel houses a slew of different onsen baths in a two-story building. There are large natural hot spring public baths for both men and women that feature Lotus hot water, as well as different types of baths including the likes of pot bath, outdoor air bath, and even a cypress meditation bath for a therapeutic experience.
There are also sauna facilities and cold baths to enjoy too - with so many hot spring types available it probably won’t be a surprise if you decide to stay in all day!
Address: 491 Zaimokucho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto 600-8146, Kyoto Prefecture
7. Dormy Inn Premium Kyoto Ekimae Natural Hot Spring
Located just a 3-minute walk from Kyoto Station Central Exit, Dormy Inn Premium Kyoto Ekimae Natural Hot Spring is another excellent accommodation option for those prioritising convenience. Other attractions nearby include Kyoto Tower and Konshoji Temple which are both within a 500m radius.
Another bonus: There is a Lawson store right next to the hotel lobby, and guests can visit the convenience store via an exclusive passageway. Late-night suppers - check!
Located on the top floor, the hotel’s indoor and open-air baths are perfect, especially after a long day - dip into the large natural hot spring bath with hot spring waters brought from Nose-cho in Osaka. There are also sauna facilities and cold baths available.
Address: 558-8 Higashishiokoji-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto 600-8216, Kyoto Prefecture
8. Kyoto Hot Spring Hatoya Zuihokaku Hotel
Kyoto Hot Spring Hatoya Zuihokaku Hotel features mainly Japanese-Western style rooms so you get to luxuriate in a sumptuous fluffy bed and also enjoy Japanese Muji-esque aesthetics. If you are travelling with family or in a group, there’s also the option to get a larger room and have your own private onsen!
This hotel is within a 7-minute walk from Kyoto Station or five-minutes from the Kintetsu Kyoto Station.
Embellished by gorgeous handpainted murals of cherry blossoms and autumn leaves by local artist, Hideki Kimura, guests can enjoy a relaxing dip with a side of art to boot at this hot spring facility! The natural hot spring waters are pumped from 910 meters underground below the hotel and are said to contain lots of minerals for beautiful skin.
Address: 802 Minamifudodo-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto 600-8234
9. Hotel Kyoto Eminence
Hotel Kyoto Eminence boasts various room types to suit all kinds of budgets - but if you have some spare coin to spend we recommend going for the rooms that come with a private bath with mountain views!
It is located a little further from the train station (12-minute bus ride from Katsura Station) but if you want a more ‘local’ or if you’re seeking a quieter experience in the outskirts, this might just be the place for you!
The hotel’s Takenosato Onsen is home to nine types of hotspring-fed baths so you get to enjoy a different soaking experience every time.
Address: 2-4 Oharano Higashi Sakaiya-cho, Nishikyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
10. Suiran, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto
If you intend to luxe it up and splash out on your stay in Kyoto, check out Suiran, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto. Located a 15-minute walk from JR Saga Arashiyama Station and set along the peaceful Hozu River in the scenic Arashiyama Hills, the hotel invites you to a stay experience like no other.
Besides the immaculately designed and sumptuous rooms, the hotel prides itself on its dining experiences, with three in-house restaurants where guests can enjoy everything from breakfast to Japanese-style afternoon tea and a sizzling teppanyaki dinner.
P/S: Nearly half of the room options here are equipped with a private bath with a view of Arashiyama! Guests can also enjoy a spa treatment at the hotel spa or in your own room.
Address: 616-8385 Kyoto, Kyoto, Ukyo-ku Saga-Tenryuji Susukinobaba-cho 12 , Japan
11. Kyoto Arashiyama Onsen Kadensho (Kyoritsu Resort)
Step into Kyoto Arashiyama Onsen Kadensho and you’ll be greeted with traditional Kyoto tranquillity and elegance. This hotel boasts three guest room types: Kyoto Machiya (embellished with Kyoto motifs such as shoji screens and lattices), Kyoto Japanese Style (traditional Japanese setting), and Kyoto Modern (Japanese-Western style room).
Location-wise, this hotel is smack in front of Hankyu Arashiyama Station, making it easy to access - no getting lost here!
Guests can look forward to having a rejuvenating dip in the large bathhouses for men and women, and the five private baths (Barrel bath, cypress bath, chalk silky bath, and more!).
The large bath features an indoor stone bath that’s filled with hot spring water while the open-air rock bath is a medicinal bath that’s said to be good for blood circulation.
Address: 5-4 Nishiichikawa-cho, Arashiyama, Nishikyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto 616-0003
12. Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo
For those seeking peace and tranquillity away from the bustling city, here’s a hotel to consider! Located in Ohara, a historical location of the Heian era, Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo is nestled in nature.
All the rooms here face the garden, so you are guaranteed a lovely view when you wake up every morning. The rooms here are Japanese-Western style, and some also have their own open-air baths for those who want a private onsen experience.
Ohara is a rural countryside town about an hour away from Kyoto Station, so it’s best if you’re driving. Alternatively, you can also take a taxi here.
Melt your worries away with a dip in the natural hot springs of Ohara, where the healing mineral-rich waters are said to be good for helping with fatigue. This hotel has a public open-air bath for both men and women, as well as an indoor bath.
Address: 22 Oharashorinincho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 601-1241
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