Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto is a hillside urban resort in the historic Higashiyama district, close to some of Kyoto’s most atmospheric temples, lanes and cultural sites. The hotel has a small scale, with 52 guest rooms shaped by contemporary Japanese detail, natural materials and a measured sense of calm. A natural hot spring, Banyan Tree Spa, Japanese kaiseki restaurant and distinctive Bamboo Pavilion give the property a strong local identity. Its position above the city allows it to feel removed from Kyoto’s busiest routes while remaining closely connected to the old capital’s heritage.