Arashiyama Benkei Ryokan

Arashiyama Benkei is set on the Katsura River in western Kyoto, Japan. It was established in 1969 and features indoor and outdoor natural hot-spring baths. The 4-star hotel is an ideal fit for business or leisure travelers seeking a relaxing, nature-filled atmosphere.

The 12 Japanese-style rooms and suites feature minimalist decor and contemporary furnishings. Guests can choose from Japanese-style twin rooms, Japanese-style superior rooms, Japanese-style standard rooms, Japanese-style quadruple rooms, family suites, family junior suites, Japanese-style suite rooms with river views, and Japanese-style suites with garden views. Accessible rooms are available. All rooms are kid-friendly. Pets are not permitted inside of the hotel.

All rooms and suites feature tatami floors and futon-sofas, flat-screen televisions, coffee and tea making facilities, short-legged tables, air-conditioning, a safe box, spacious bathrooms, complimentary toiletries, and daily housekeeping services. One room features a jacuzzi tub with geothermal water.

Guests can unwind in the indoor and outdoor gender-segregated bathhouse with natural thermal waters. A private indoor bath can be reserved the same day. The onsite spa offers a wide range of therapeutic services, including massages and facials.

Free parking is available onsite. An onsite restaurant features traditional multi-course Kaiseki fare using local and traditional Japanese ingredients.

Kobe Airport is located just 35 miles from the hotel, and Itami Airport is located 21 miles from the hotel. There are several nearby restaurants, sights, attractions, bars, and galleries all within walking distance of the hotel.