
The resort group is heightening its presence in Kyoto with the signing of Hilton Kyoto.
This property would be the group’s first flagship-branded resort to debut within the metropolis generally known as certainly one of Japan’s high tourism locations.
A brand new partnership
Hilton has signed an settlement with Tokyo Tatemono Co., Ltd. to open Hilton Kyoto. The brand new property is anticipated to make its debut in 2024.
“We’re delighted to associate with Tokyo Tatemono Co., Ltd. to convey Hilton’s flagship model to Kyoto,” stated Clarence Tan, senior vice chairman, improvement, Asia Pacific. “That is the third resort improvement inked by Hilton in Kyoto, following the opening of ROKU KYOTO, LXR Resorts & Resorts final 12 months, and Hilton Backyard Inn Kyoto Shijo Karasuma which is scheduled to open later this 12 months.”
“With its strategic location and signature Hilton hospitality, Hilton Kyoto might be ideally suited to serve enterprise and leisure demand available in the market, and we look ahead to assembly the varied wants of company by way of our portfolio of manufacturers within the metropolis.”
Katsuhito Ozawa, director and senior managing government officer, Tokyo Tatemono Co., Ltd, added: “We’re happy to associate with Hilton, one of many world’s main hospitality corporations, to convey the primary Hilton flagship-branded resort to Kyoto, famend for its fascinating historic sights for each home and worldwide travellers.”
“We’re assured that Hilton Kyoto might be a brand new landmark in Kyoto that can additional revitalise town and develop into a vacation spot the place company can expertise the distinctive ambiance and hospitality synonymous with Japan’s historical capital.”
Celebrating its locale
Positioned within the Sanjo-Kawaramachi downtown space, the resort will present easy accessibility to central enterprise and procuring districts, Buddhist temples, Zen gardens, Shinto shrines and museums. Close by sights embrace Kyoto Imperial Palace and Gion.
On opening, the resort will host company in 313 rooms and public areas together with an all-day eating restaurant, a specialty restaurant, a bar and cafe. Further facilities are to span a health centre, spa, indoor pool and government lounge, in addition to banquet and assembly area.
Aiming to mix previous and new cultural parts of Kyoto by way of the resort expertise, Hilton Kyoto will replicate its locale by way of interiors taking inspiration from Kyoto textiles and weaving custom.
Including to the property’s comfort, Kyoto Metropolis Corridor Station and Sanjo Station are each close by.
“Hilton Resorts & Resorts is understood for setting the benchmark of hospitality in a number of the world’s most sought-after locations and has been experiencing sturdy development momentum in Asia Pacific,” stated Alexandra Jaritz, senior vice chairman, model administration, Asia Pacific, Hilton.
“As a cultural capital, Kyoto is constantly ranked as certainly one of Japan’s high locations to go to. Coupled with the resort’s prime location, considerate and memorable design, vibrant eating choices and areas for conferences and occasions, we look ahead to delivering distinctive experiences and significant service to each leisure and enterprise travellers at Hilton Kyoto.”