Top Kyoto Onsen Hotels with Private Baths, Stunning Views, and Relaxing Retreats
If you’re looking for a soothing escape away from Japan’s bustling 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 some of the top Kyoto onsen hotels for a stay to remember!
1. Hotel Monterey Kyoto
Semi-double room in Hotel Monterey Kyoto
Located conveniently just a 2-minute walk from Karasuma Oike Station or a 5-minute walk from Karasuma Station or Shijo Station, Hotel Monterey Kyoto is perfect for those who want to be near a train station.
The public bath in Hotel Monterey Kyoto
If you head up to the 13th floor, you will find Spa Trinity, the hotel’s penthouse spa that boasts pure natural spring water pumped from 1,000 meters 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 revitalizing the mind.
Address: 604 Manjuya-cho, Sanjo-sagaru, Karasuma-dori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8161, Japan
Klook Tip: For ladies travelling solo or with your girl friends, you can also book a room on their Ladies Floor for added peace of mind.
2. Super Hotel Kyoto Shijyo Kawaramachi
Double Room at Super Hotel Kyoto Shijyo Kawaramachi
Who says you can’t enjoy one of the top Kyoto onsen hotels on a budget? At Super Hotel Kyoto Shijyo Kawaramachi, guests can enjoy a clean and cozy room as well as convenience at their fingertips.
The hotel is a 6-minute walk from Gion Shijo Subway Station, a 3-minute walk from Kyoto Kawaramachi Station, and also super close to attractions like Nishiki Market (just 2 minutes away!), Kamogawa River, and Yasaka Shrine.
Address: 538-1, Nakanomachi, Shijo Agaru, Shinkyogoku Street, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
Note: The hotel’s onsen has different schedules for men and women, so always make sure you check before you enter.
3. KKR Kyoto Kuniso
Traditional room at KKK 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, a 7-minute walk from Keihan Jingu Marutamachi Station, and (the best bit) right beside the tranquil Kamogawa River.
Onsen of KKK Kyoto Kuniso
Make sure to opt for a room with a view for an even better stay! Even if your room doesn’t have a view, you can 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
Facade of 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 suites with two double beds, which can accommodate up to 5 people. Some rooms also have their own 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.
One of The Westin Miyako Kyoto’s baths
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.
Address: 1 Awataguchi Kachocho, Higashiyama
Klook Tip: Do make time for the other facilities in this hotel, which include a barber, salon and day spa, fitness center, pool, and even a tea ceremony that you can attend!
5. Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Fourth (with Shower)/40㎡ room at Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho is only a 1-minute walk away from the JR Umekoji Kyoto Nishi Station. You can expect clean and comfy rooms for a relaxing stay in one of the Kyoto onsen hotels.
Hot spring in Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
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
Double room at 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!
Onsen at Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
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 that feature Lotus hot water, as well as different types of other baths, including the likes of a pot bath, an outdoor air bath, and even a cypress meditation bath for a therapeutic experience.
There are also sauna facilities and cold baths to enjoy. With so many hot spring types available, it definitely 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
Moderate double room at 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 prioritizing convenience. Other attractions nearby include Kyoto Tower and Konshoji Temple, which are both around a 4-minute walk.
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!
Public bath at Dormy Inn Premium Kyoto Ekimae Natural Hot Spring
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
Japanese Western Style Room at 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 5 minutes from the Kintetsu Kyoto Station.
Onsen in Kyoto Hot Spring Hatoya Zuihokaku Hotel
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
Room with private bath in 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’ experience or just want a quiet, tranquil place in the outskirts, this might just be the place for you!
Hotel Kyoto Eminence’s hot springs
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
Room at Suiran, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto
If you intend to luxe it up and splash out in one of the Kyoto onsen hotels, 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.
Hot springs at Suiran, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto
Besides the immaculately designed and sumptuous rooms, the hotel prides itself on its dining experiences. They have 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 and a view of Arashiyama! You can also enjoy a spa treatment at the hotel spa or in your room.
Address: 616-8385 Kyoto, Kyoto, Ukyo-ku Saga-Tenryuji Susukinobaba-cho 12 , Japan
11. Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo
Suite with Private Open-air Bath “Sakura” at 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.
Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo’s natural hot springs
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
FAQs
Are there any real onsen in Kyoto?
Onsen are natural hot springs in Japan that usually have a lot of minerals and result in a plethora of health benefits when you take a soak. Whether indoor or outdoor, public or private, several onsen can be found wherever you go in Kyoto or Japan in general.
What is the closest onsen town to Kyoto?
There are many onsen towns close to Kyoto, but one of the closest and also most famous is Arashiyama Onsen. This place is mostly known for the bamboo forest, but it’s also an onsen town with own natural springs.
Are there private onsens in Kyoto?
Private onsens aren’t as rare as you think; in fact, many Kyoto onsen hotels offer them. Some hotels have a private onsen for rooms good for 2, but they are more common for rooms that accommodate a larger number of people. You definitely won’t have a hard time looking for a Kyoto hotel with private onsen to stay in.
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