Situated just minutes from JR Kyoto Station, the 225-room Mercure Kyoto Station has opened as the Imperial capital’s newest business hotel.

The hotel’s guestrooms range from 23 to 34 square meters and feature design elements including motifs from the Heian period – a nod to the ancient history for which Kyoto is renowned. Each floor features a different theme with various traditional patterns, and premium rooms feature vibrant artworks and decorative touches.

Mercure Kyoto Station is the first Mercure branded hotel in the Kansai region. Playful design elements can be found throughout the stylish interiors. The main lobby features an installation of the Japanese handmade origami kemari, Heian-era football, and a colourful design wall composed of blown glass spheres. Notable buildings such as Kyoto Tower and Shimabara Oomon are located within walking distance from the hotel while the World Heritage sites of Nishi Honganji and Toji are located within close proximity.

Trattoria M Kyoto, a live kitchen-style bistro restaurant and bar, will offer dining choices throughout the day. Guests can also unwind in the exclusive underground lounge which is inspired by gagaku, a type of Japanese classical music performed at the Imperial Court in Kyoto since the 7th century. The lounge will feature original furniture from the Heian period and books providing insights into the ancient traditions of Japan.

“We are very pleased to launch our sixth Mercure hotel in Japan, joining a worldwide network of over 850 Mercure-branded hotels across 62 countries,” says Patrick Basset, chief operating officer for Accor, Upper Southeast & Northeast Asia and the Maldives. “Mercure Kyoto Station is indeed a portal to the city of Kyoto with an exciting array of modern facilities and outlets, and I am confident that the team will deliver a very genuine experience for those visiting this historic city”

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