Suiran, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto (Ukyo-ku, Kyoto; General Manager: Shinobu Takagi) will carry out renovation work on its historic buildings — home to the restaurant Kyo Suiran and the café Saryo Hassui — from December 1, 2026, to February 28, 2027, to carry the character of the buildings into the future while maintaining a comfortable environment for guests.
The hotel will continue to operate as usual during the construction period, though the services of some facilities will change.
Set amid the natural beauty and history of Arashiyama, Suiran has welcomed guests while preserving the value of its historic buildings. This renovation is intended to carry the character of the historic structures forward while maintaining a comfortable environment for continued use.
Renovation Overview
Construction Period
December 1, 2026 (Tue) to February 28, 2027 (Sun)
Normal operations are scheduled to resume from March 1, 2027 (Mon).
Affected Facilities and Service Changes
Saryo Hassui
Saryo Hassui will temporarily close for the renovation. Details for the closure period are as follows:
- "Arashiyama Delight" will continue to be served as usual in the "Akane" banquet hall, next to the hotel lobby.
- Reservations for Saryo Hassui can be made during the closure period, ahead of its reopening.
- The Saryo Hassui menu will not be available during the closure period.
Kyo Suiran (restaurant)
Kyo Suiran will remain open as usual throughout the renovation period. Some service details may change depending on the construction work, and any changes will be announced separately.
About Saryo Hassui
Saryo Hassui carries on the tradition of Hasshoken, a historic building more than 100 years old. From its terrace, guests can take in seasonal views of the Hozu River and Arashiyama that have been admired by many notable figures throughout history.
Guests can enjoy tea confections and "mushiyashinai" — a Kyoto term for a light snack that temporarily satisfies hunger — from a prime seat overlooking the scenery.
[Seats] 34 (24 table seats, 10 terrace seats)
[Hours] 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
About Kyo Suiran
Kyo Suiran occupies Enmeikaku, once the villa of Kawasaki Shozo, founder of the Kobe Kawasaki zaibatsu, and known as the Arashiyama Palace. The restaurant's restored features include a tokonoma alcove finished with gold leaf and cloisonné nail covers bearing the Kawasaki family crest, complemented by chandeliers inspired by braided cords and vermilion furnishings, creating a residential space that is both traditional and modern.
Kyo Suiran serves innovative cuisine that draws on seasonal Kyoto ingredients, combining the techniques of kaiseki cuisine — part of "washoku," a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage — with the sensibilities of French cooking.
[Seats] 56 (42 dining seats, 4 at the teppanyaki counter "Kanzan," 10 in the private room "Shogetsu")
[Hours] 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
About Suiran, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto
Suiran, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto opened on March 23, 2015, in Arashiyama, Kyoto, as the first property in Japan under Marriott International's luxury hotel brand The Luxury Collection.
Arashiyama is a world-renowned scenic area where visitors can experience natural beauty through all four seasons. Located amid Kyoto's iconic scenery — including the jade-green Hozu River, the moon viewed from Togetsukyo Bridge, and the region's spring cherry blossoms and autumn foliage — Suiran occupies a location overlooking these views.
Built around the development concept of "keio kairai," carrying tradition forward while embracing what is new, the hotel blends long-held tradition with a modern sensibility.
For the latest information about Suiran, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto, visit the official website at www.suihotels.com/suiran-kyoto.
