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| Criteria | Hotel 1Aman Kyoto | Hotel 2Hotel The Mitsui Kyoto | Hotel 3Hoshinoya Kyoto |
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| Editor Score | 10 | 9.5 | 9.5 |
| Location | Kitayama, Kyoto | Nijo, Kyoto | Arashiyama, Kyoto |
| Price Tier | $$$$Ultra-Luxury | $$$$Ultra-Luxury | $$$$Ultra-Luxury |
| Awards & Recognition | #74 World's 50 Best Hotels 2025Forbes Five-Star 2025Condé Nast Traveller Gold List 2025 | #46 World's 50 Best Hotels 2025Forbes Five-Star | Forbes Five-StarCondé Nast Gold List |
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| Dining | 2 venues | 4 venues | 4 venues |
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| Best For | Couples and honeymoonersWellness and spiritual seekersCulture and nature enthusiastsDiscerning luxury travelersThose seeking profound tranquility and privacy | Culture and history enthusiastsWellness and spa seekersLuxury travelersCouples seeking a romantic and tranquil escapeThose seeking an authentic Japanese experience | Couples and honeymoonersCulture and nature enthusiastsDiscerning luxury travelersWellness and spiritual seekersThose seeking an authentic Japanese ryokan experience |
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