The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu

Refined historic retreat.

Set within a restored 1933 schoolhouse, The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu blends preserved architecture with contemporary elegance. Located in Kyoto’s Higashiyama district, this 48-room boutique hotel offers a tranquil base near landmarks like Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Yasaka Pagoda.

Insider Tip

Staying guests enjoy complimentary access to the guest lounge, where panoramic views of Yasaka Pagoda set the scene for a seasonal moment—perfect for enjoying a drink while taking in the scenery.

Where You’re Staying

Rooms feature original wooden beams, high ceilings, and large windows framing city views. Select accommodations offer terraces or panoramic vistas. Each room includes a complimentary minibar and access to the guest lounge.

Where to Dine

Begin your day with a nutritious breakfast in the restaurant library the hotel seiryu, a former auditorium that has been reimagined into a serene, library-space. In the evening, enjoy sushi at SUSHI-BAR@library. For rooftop cocktails with city views, visit K36 The Bar & Rooftop.

Where to Relax

Reserve a private bath—Kiyomizu, Yamabato, or Sakura—set in the former school auditorium for a serene soak. The 24-hour fitness gym, featuring wooden interiors and modern equipment, offers a space to rejuvenate.

What to Do

Attend a Maiko performance in the guest lounge on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Participate in tea ceremonies on Mondays and Fridays, or enjoy a koto performance on Wednesdays. For a deeper cultural experience, book a private tour with a monk at Kiyomizu-dera Temple or a rickshaw ride through Kyoto's historic streets.

Features

Historic

Urban

Fitness Center

Afternoon Tea

Complimentary kids' amenities

Babysitting services available

Location of The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu

2-204-2 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama-ku. Kyoto, 605-0862 Japan

Kansai International Airport.

FINE HOTELS + RESORTS®

At The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu, Card Members receive:*

For stays at The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu beginning on 1/1/27, Card Members receive:*

12pm check-in, when available
Room upgrade upon arrival, when available^†
Daily breakfast for two
Credit: US$ 150 Property credit to be used during stay.
Credit: US$ 150 Property credit to be used during stay.
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Guaranteed 4pm check-out

Additional benefit:

Complimentary club lounge access for duration of stay
Complimentary club lounge access for duration of stay

^†Certain room categories are not eligible for upgrade.

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