Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
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forumWhat families say
Guests report that the pool has a shallow area children can use and that families enjoyed watching the carp and ducks in the garden. Some reviews note that the kitchen and washing machine in the room are convenient for families with young children, and guests were pleased with touches for children such as slippers for young children, bathrobes and coloring pages. On the other hand, some guests felt the beds were high and hard to sleep in with children.
Kids Facilities
Indoor pool
Indoor pool
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- paymentsPrice:Free for guests
A 20-meter indoor pool open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. There is no age restriction, but children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult, and children under 4 must wear swim diapers. Children's swimsuits (120 cm to 140 cm), arm bands and swim diapers are available to borrow free of charge, and there are 2 family changing rooms. Children up to age 6 of either gender may use the women's changing room when accompanied by their mother or a female guardian, or the men's changing room when accompanied by their father or a male guardian; children ages 6 and over may use the lockers matching their own gender only while their guardian is inside the spa facility. The pool is free of charge for staying guests.
- •Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult
- •Children under 4 must wear swim diapers
Kids' playroom
Kids' playroom
A playroom for children ages 3 to 8, with a jungle gym, ring toss, board games, building blocks and bricks. It is open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., requires a guardian and needs no reservation, though it may occasionally be unavailable.
- •A guardian must accompany the child
- •No reservation is required
- •It may occasionally be unavailable
Kids' tent
Kids' tent
A kids' tent can be set up in the room for children ages 3 to 8 staying in a Residential Suite. Advance reservation is required and quantities are limited.
- •Advance reservation is required
- •Quantities are limited
- •Available to guests staying in a Residential Suite
Baby-item rentals (bed guards, cribs, baby-bottle washing tools)
Baby-item rentals (bed guards, cribs, baby-bottle washing tools)
- paymentsPrice:Free for guests
Bed guards, cribs and baby-bottle washing tools chosen with children's safety in mind are provided. Children ages 0 to 24 months also receive a crib and amenities free of charge.
Babysitting service
Babysitting service
A paid babysitting service that families can use while sightseeing in Kyoto or taking time to relax. It is arranged by letting the hotel know your preferred date and time in advance.
- •You must let the hotel know your preferred date and time in advance
Feeding the carp at Shakusuien
Feeding the carp at Shakusuien
Families can feed the carp and turtles living in the pond of Shakusuien, a Japanese garden with about 800 years of history. The pond is also a resting place for waterfowl.
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Overview
Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto is a luxury hotel at the end of Higashiyama's bamboo-lined path, looking out over Shakusuien, a pond garden with 800 years of history. Guest rooms start at 49 sq m, generous by Kyoto standards, and there are two-bedroom residences and connecting rooms for families. The pool has no age restriction, and family facilities include a kids' playroom, cribs and a babysitting service. Some facilities do have adult-oriented limits: spa treatments are for ages 16 and over, and the fitness center for ages 12 and over.
Rooms
Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto is a 176-room hotel in Higashiyama. Deluxe Rooms are 49 to 53 sq m with either one king bed or two double beds, accommodating up to 3 adults, 2 adults and 1 child, or 1 adult and 2 children. The family-friendly Two-Bedroom Heritage Garden Residence is 150 sq m with one king bed, two double beds, one sofa bed and one crib, accommodating up to 6 guests, of whom up to 5 may be children. Connecting rooms that link adjoining guest rooms are available in several room types.
Dining
Breakfast is served at the restaurant Emba Kyoto Grill from 7 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., with a choice of buffet, Japanese breakfast or Asian breakfast. The breakfast buffet is free of charge for children ages 0 to 4, including egg dishes, and 4,750 yen including service charge and tax for children ages 5 to 12. Kids' menus are available only to staying guests accompanied by a parent, guardian or carer, and at Sushi Ginza Onodera Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto, families with young children can dine in a private room. Meals accommodating allergies can also be arranged; please confirm in advance. Room service is available 24 hours a day, so the whole family can dine together.
Baths
The hotel has 2 communal baths, open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., and 2 private-hire baths, open from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.; none of them are onsen. The communal baths are free of charge for staying guests. The private-hire baths are paid baths at THE SPA on basement floor 1, for up to 4 people, costing 20,000 yen for 60 minutes (25,300 yen including service charge and consumption tax). They can be reserved between 12 p.m. and 8 p.m., with last reception at 7 p.m., and guests can choose from sake, aroma salt or milk bath additives. Guest-room bathrooms are full-size and finished in marble, with a shower booth and a bathtub.
Family-friendly features
The pool is a 20-meter indoor pool, open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. and free of charge for staying guests. There is no age restriction, but children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult, and children under 4 must wear swim diapers. Children's swimsuits (120 cm to 140 cm), arm bands and swim diapers are available to borrow free of charge, and there are also 2 family changing rooms. For the changing rooms, children up to age 6 of either gender may use the women's changing room when accompanied by their mother or a female guardian, or the men's changing room when accompanied by their father or a male guardian; children ages 6 and over may use the lockers matching their own gender only while their guardian is inside the spa facility. The spa, fitness center, hot-bathing facilities and sauna have age restrictions, and children under 16 must be accompanied by a guardian in all facilities. The kids' playroom for ages 3 to 8 has a jungle gym, building blocks and more; it is open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., requires a guardian and needs no reservation, though it may occasionally be unavailable. Bed guards, cribs and baby-bottle washing tools are also provided, and children ages 0 to 24 months receive a crib and amenities free of charge. Guest rooms also offer children's bath amenities suited to the child's age, bathrobes in a choice of 2 sizes, and yukata. A babysitting service is available for a fee and can be arranged with advance reservation. For a child's birthday or another celebration, the hotel can also discuss touches such as balloon art and a made-to-order birthday cake. At Shakusuien, a garden with about 800 years of history, families can feed the carp and turtles. Children under 18 stay free of charge when co-sleeping in the same room and the same bed as a parent or guardian, provided there is enough space in the room.
Access
The hotel is in Myohoin Maekawacho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, about 7 minutes by car from Kyoto Station. Parking is available for 77 cars at 5,000 yen per night, tax included, with no reservation required. The parking fee also includes valet service, in which staff take your keys on arrival and handle taking the car in and out during your stay.
Access & Information
| location_onAddress | 445-3 Myohoin Maekawacho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto 605-0932 |
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| directions_carAccess | About 7 minutes by car from Kyoto Station. |
| trainNearest station | Kyoto Station |
| local_parkingParking | Parking is available for 77 cars at 5,000 yen per night, tax included. No reservation is required. |
| callPhone | +81-75-541-8288 |
| paymentsCards | VISA, JCB, American Express, Diners Club, Mastercard |
| languageOfficial site | https://www.fourseasons.com/kyoto/open_in_new |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What ages is Four Seasons Hotel 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.
Does Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto have baby beds?
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Baby beds are available to rent. See the Kids Facilities section on this page for details.
Is there parking at Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto?
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Parking: Parking is available for 77 cars at 5,000 yen per night, tax included. No reservation is required.
How do you get to Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto?
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About 7 minutes by car from Kyoto Station.
Can a child who is not yet toilet-trained use the pool?
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There is no age restriction for the pool, but children under 4 must wear swim diapers. Children under 16 must also be accompanied by an adult.
Is there a babysitting service?
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Yes. A babysitting service is available for a fee and can be used while sightseeing in Kyoto or taking time to relax. Please let the hotel know your preferred date and time in advance.
Do children stay free when co-sleeping?
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Children under 18 stay free of charge when co-sleeping in the same room and the same bed as a parent or guardian, provided there is enough space in the room.
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