Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto is the only resort in the Higashiyama-Gion area with a natural onsen. Complemented by the Banyan Tree Spa, the onsen experience further elevates guests' stay with relaxation rooted in local tradition. The award-winning spa provides six treatment rooms, including hot spring-fed tubs, and steam room. Guests can indulge in exclusive Kyoto treatments like bamboo massages and private en-suite onsen sessions. Designed by Yukio Hashimoto, the hotel's 52 guestrooms, which also include eight Onsen Retreat rooms, draw inspiration from the concept of Yugen and the famous phrase Hisureba Hana from the Noh theory bible Fushikaden. Each room features traditional Japanese materials, including large cypress wood bathtubs, tatami mats, natural wood elements, and gold leaf accents, engaging all five senses and providing a serene sanctuary. Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto offers visitors an immersive cultural experience, combining luxury with authentic connections to Kyoto’s heritage. As the only resort in Kyoto featuring a Noh stage, it provides guests a rare opportunity to witness this UNESCO-designated art form within a serene setting designed by renowned architect Kengo Kuma. The resort’s prime location in the Higashiyama Ward, near iconic landmarks like Kiyomizu-dera Temple and the Gion district, allows guests easy access to Kyoto’s historic sites.