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Kids Facilities
Communal bath and onsen for ages 12 and over; hinoki bath in every room
Communal bath and onsen for ages 12 and over; hinoki bath in every room
Aman Spa has natural onsen water (an alkaline simple spring) in both an open-air bath and an indoor bath, but use of the communal bath, the open-air bath and the onsen is limited to ages 12 and over, so young children cannot use them. The bathroom in all 26 rooms, however, has a deep traditional hinoki cypress bath and a shower booth, so the family can bathe at leisure in the privacy of the room.
- •The communal bath, open-air bath and onsen are for ages 12 and over only, by reservation in 30-minute slots
- •The in-room hinoki bath has a washing area and a shower booth, and can be used for bathing as a family
- •There is no private-hire bath and no sauna
All-day dining and breakfast (dinner at Taka-An is for ages 6 and over)
All-day dining and breakfast (dinner at Taka-An is for ages 6 and over)
The Living Pavilion by Aman, looking out over the forest garden, serves breakfast and dinner and welcomes families with children. At the Japanese restaurant Taka-An, dinner is not available to children under 6 (ages 5 and under), even for staying guests. Children's meals other than breakfast are not included in the room rate and are charged separately.
- •Dinner at the Japanese restaurant Taka-An is for ages 6 and over (ages 13 and over for guests not staying at the resort)
- •Children's meals other than breakfast are charged separately
- •Baby food and a kids' menu are not listed, so please inquire with the resort
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Overview
Aman Kyoto is a luxury resort set in the forest of Takagamine in the Rakuhoku area, close to Kinkaku-ji, and the third Aman property in Japan. Guest buildings and villas are scattered across roughly 320,000 square meters of tranquil garden, and all 26 rooms are Japanese-style spaces with a tatami area and a deep hinoki cypress bath. Children can stay: one child who has not yet started elementary school may co-sleep free of charge, and children of elementary school age and older are accommodated with a sofa bed. At the same time, the natural onsen at Aman Spa - the communal bath and open-air bath - is limited to ages 12 and over, and dinner at the Japanese restaurant Taka-An is for ages 6 and over, reflecting an adult-oriented setting that values quiet. It suits families who want to spend a peaceful stay in the forest rather than one built around lively facilities.
Aman Kyoto, Held in the Forest of Takagamine in Rakuhoku
Aman Kyoto sits in a forest garden of roughly 320,000 square meters at the foot of the three Takagamine peaks, in the Takagamine district of Rakuhoku, with Kinkaku-ji within walking distance. It opened in November 2019 as Aman's third property in Japan. Gently winding moss-covered stone paths, mountain maples and a stream murmuring down from the hills make this quiet garden feel like another world, far from the bustle of the city center. Across the wide grounds stand the arrival pavilion, the restaurant pavilion and the spa pavilion, along with 4 guest buildings and 2 villas, all surrounded by trees for a strong sense of privacy.
Rooms with Japanese Design and a Hinoki Bath
All 26 rooms and pavilions are minimally appointed in keeping with the traditions handed down in Japanese ryokan, with Japanese-style spaces that include a tatami area and a tokonoma alcove. The rooms are spacious, starting at 60 square meters, and floor-to-ceiling windows open onto views of the woods and the moss garden. The bathrooms have a deep traditional hinoki cypress bath, a shower booth and a double-sink vanity, so the family can bathe at leisure in the privacy of the room. Some rooms are especially self-contained, such as the standalone pavilions on higher ground.
Age Rules for the Onsen, Spa and Dining
Aman Spa has natural onsen water (an alkaline simple spring) in both an open-air bath and an indoor bath, but use of the communal bath, the open-air bath and the onsen is limited to ages 12 and over, by reservation in 30-minute slots. For families with young children, bathing centers on the hinoki bath in the room. There is no gym or pool. Meals are served at The Living Pavilion by Aman, which looks out over the forest garden, where breakfast and dinner are available and families with children are welcome. At the Japanese restaurant Taka-An, dinner is not available to children under 6 (ages 5 and under), even for staying guests. Children's meals other than breakfast are not included in the room rate and are charged separately.
Staying with Children
Children can stay, and one child who has not yet started elementary school may co-sleep free of charge. Co-sleeping is not accepted for children of elementary school age and older, but one sofa bed can be arranged free of charge. Facilities for babies and toddlers, such as a crib, baby food or a kids' menu, are not listed. The resort is about 30 minutes by car from Kyoto Station, parking is free for staying guests, and a free valet service is also available. It suits families who want quiet, refined time together rather than those looking for lively places to play. Check-in is from 3 p.m. to midnight, and checkout is at 12 p.m.
Access & Information
| location_onAddress | 1 Okitayama Washinecho, Kita-ku, Kyoto 603-8458 |
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| directions_carAccess | About 30 minutes by car from Kyoto Station. About 1 hour by car from Osaka International Airport (Itami Airport), and about 2 hours by car from Kansai International Airport, which is also about 90 minutes from Kyoto Station by limited express train. The resort is not within walking distance of a station, so arriving by car is the norm. |
| local_parkingParking | Free for staying guests, with 12 outdoor spaces. Valet service is also provided free of charge. |
| callPhone | +81-75-496-1333 |
| paymentsCards | VISA, Mastercard, JCB, American Express, Diners Club, UnionPay |
| languageOfficial site | https://www.aman.com/resorts/aman-kyotoopen_in_new |
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Reference price. Reference price for 2 guests per room per night, from plans listed on Ikyu.com (a Japanese booking site) as of July 22, 2026. Prices vary by season and plan. Please check the booking site for actual rates.
Frequently Asked Questions
What ages is Aman Kyoto best suited to?
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It has facilities that work especially well for babies and toddlers (ages 0 to 2) and children aged 3 and over. There is no age limit, and families with children of any age can stay.
Is there parking at Aman Kyoto?
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Parking: Free for staying guests, with 12 outdoor spaces. Valet service is also provided free of charge.
How do you get to Aman Kyoto?
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About 30 minutes by car from Kyoto Station. About 1 hour by car from Osaka International Airport (Itami Airport), and about 2 hours by car from Kansai International Airport, which is also about 90 minutes from Kyoto Station by limited express train. The resort is not within walking distance of a station, so arriving by car is the norm.
Can an elementary school child co-sleep with us?
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Co-sleeping is not accepted for children of elementary school age and older, but one sofa bed can be arranged free of charge.
Are children's meals other than breakfast included in the room rate?
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No. Children's meals other than breakfast are not included in the room rate and are charged separately.
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