New Hotels Opening in Kyoto, Japan 2026

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A hotel opening in Kyoto in 2026.

Kyoto Station

Kyoto Century Hotel

KYOTO CENTURY HOTEL

This hotel is the third oldest existing hotel in Kyoto. It reopened on March 1, 2026, after renovations.

Kyoto Century Hotel reopens on March 1st! New guest rooms will be available sequentially from May 1st.

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New rooms available from ¥13,455
[New Rooms Available] Reservations begin May 1st! Relax in the early spring at "Kyoto Premium," carrying on the aesthetics of the ancient capital - Breakfast included - [Rakuten Travel]

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A nostalgic yet modern space unfolds around the hotel's symbol, the "Kanjin no Kyo Akari" (Kyoto Lantern). [IKYU.com] Ikyu offers instant point redemption.

Garden Junior Suite (48 sq m) [Yahoo! Travel]

Kyoto Century Hotel [Book on Agoda]

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Courtyard by Marriott Kyoto Station

Courtyard by Marriott Kyoto Station

Opened on November 16, 2026, on the former site of Hotel St. Norm Kyoto. A 3-minute walk from the Hachijo East Exit of Kyoto Station. This is the second Courtyard hotel in Kyoto City, following the one in Shijo Karasuma, developed by the JR Central Group and Marriott. The 9-story building has 270 rooms and includes a restaurant, bar, and fitness gym. The hotel features a sustainable design utilizing local resources, such as recycled aluminum from the Tokaido Shinkansen for the guest room windows and Miyako Somagi timber from Kyoto City in the entrance lobby. The guest rooms are designed with a traditional Kyoto townhouse motif, featuring murals of the mountains surrounding Kyoto on the walls, creating a tranquil atmosphere.

Gion, Kiyomizu, Gojo

Imperial Hotel Kyoto

Imperial Hotel Kyoto

The Imperial Hotel will reopen on March 5, 2026, marking its first new hotel in 30 years.

Gion's Yasaka Hall to be transformed into Imperial Hotel Kyoto, with the exterior preserved

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The Imperial Hotel Kyoto is located in the heart of Gion, Kyoto, and inherits the history and legacy of the Yasaka Kaikan, a nationally registered tangible cultural property. [IKYU.com] Ikyu offers instant point redemption.

French cuisine (image) [Yahoo! Travel]

Capella Kyoto

Capella Kyoto

Opening on March 22, 2026

"Plan to utilize the former Shinmichi Elementary School site." Near the famous Miyagawacho Kaburenjo Theater.

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Bed & Breakfast from ¥70,918
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A thousand years of Kyoto's techniques and traditions, woven together across time: Capella Kyoto [IKYU.com] Ikyu offers instant point redemption.

In addition to a culinary experience at three restaurants, the hotel celebrates the thriving local traditions through its diverse collection of contemporary art and cultural experiences. [Yahoo! Travel]

Kyoto Marriott Hotel

Kyoto Marriott Hotel

Opening in the first quarter of 2026

Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture. Rebranded from the current "Hotel Heian no Mori Kyoto".

Marriott International and HMI Hotels Group have entered into a strategic partnership.

Marriott's New Opening Hotels

MUJI BASE KYOTO kiyomizu

MUJI BASE KYOTO kiyomizu

Opening on May 20, 2026, at the entrance to the Kiyomizu-dera Temple approach. A hotel developed by "MUJI". "Ogawa Coffee Kiyomizu Branch" will be located on the first floor.

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MUJI BASE KYOTO kiyomizu [Book on Agoda]

Nijo Castle

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

Pre-opening on February 16, 2026. Within walking distance of the World Heritage Site, Nijo Castle.

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Basic room-only plan from 2,557 yen
Flexible Rate, Room Only [Rakuten Travel]

[Rakuten Travel]Reservations [Jalan.net] Agora Hotel Alliance (Agora Hospitality)

A 21 square meter room with three single beds, Deluxe Triple [Yahoo! Travel]

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo [Book with Agoda]

Omuro

Kyoto Omuro Kadensho

Kyoto Omuro Kadensho

Pre-opening on May 24, 2026. The name comes from Zeami's "Kaden" (The Transmission of Flowers). A hotel in Kyoto where you can be healed by natural hot springs. Private baths are also available. Approximately 2 minutes on foot from Omuro-Ninnaji Station on the Keifuku Electric Railway (Randen) Kitano Line. There is also a location in Umekoji.

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Standard room with 1 night and 2 meals: from 45,000 yen
[Standard 1-night stay with 2 meals] [Rakuten Travel]

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Experience a moment of blissful relaxation at a hot spring inn in Omuro, Kyoto, where traditional Kyoto beauty and modern comforts harmonize. [Yahoo! Travel]

Kyoto Omuro Kadensho [Book on Agoda]

Uji

(Provisional name) Toyoko Inn Uji Ekimae

Scheduled to open in December 2026

[Toyoko Inn Official] Newly opened hotel

Nagaokakyo

(Provisional name) Toyoko Inn Nagaokakyo

Scheduled to open in October 2026

[Toyoko Inn Official] Newly opened hotel

Fukuchiyama

APA Hotel Fukuchiyama Ekimae

APA Hotel Fukuchiyama Ekimae

R-Inn Fukuchiyama will be rebranded and reopened on May 1, 2026.

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