The Gate Hotel Kyoto Takasegawa by HULIC, Kyoto

Set on the banks of theTakase River, a 10-minute walk from the iconicGion district, The Gate Hotel KyotoTakasegawa offers international luxury and comfort during your stay by blending German technology, Danish electronics, Italian coffee and all-natural Japanese toiletries. Part of the hotel occupies an old elementary ‘Schoolhouse’ built in the 1920s, considered to be the oldest concrete building in the city. Here, guests canenjoy an evening “trolley service” and the 'Lab Rooms' feature contemporary art installations. In the larger main building, rooms come with sleek, contemporary furniture, a minimalist design and easy access to the hotel’s facilities located within the same building. The all-day restaurant has superb views out over the hills and city of Kyoto, whilst the lobby bar and outdoor Lounge & Patio with firepit (subject to weather) provide ideal settings to unwind with a drink. There is a fitness room and wonderful activities are put on for guests during the season in a large, traditional room which range from samurai sword fighting, Noh performances and Buddhist transcription to meditation time and yoga lessons.