Sora Niwa Terrace Kyoto Bettei is a luxurious onsen hotel located in Kyoto's Shimogyo Ward, offering a harmonious blend of traditional Japanese aesthetics and modern comfort. Guests can enjoy panoramic views of the Kamogawa River and Higashiyama mountains from the rooftop terrace, which features a natural hot spring open-air bath. Each of the 102 rooms is designed with minimalist elegance and includes a private open-air bath sourced from the hotel's own hot spring, providing a serene retreat in the heart of the city. Read More
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jacksattacks
Relaxing & serene experience
I think about this hotel almost daily - and I’ve been home almost 2 months! The rooms were a decent size - larger than typical Japanese hotels but still cozy. Even though there was no storage, we...
msmpnp
Private onsen and city views for the win!
Our family of three stayed in a higher floor corner room at the Soraniwa Terrace Bettei for three nights in early June. It is important to know that this is a “hotel within a hotel” commanding a...
