Marufukuro  

In Kyoto, a luxury hideaway a short stroll from Shosei-en Garden. About 16 minutes on foot from Kyoto Station and roughly 3 km from the city center. Nearby highlights include Sanjusangendo, Higashi Honganji, Kiyomizu-dera and Fushimi Inari Taisha.

Housed in a converted corporate headquarters with a striking new building by architect Tadao Ando. Rooms are air-conditioned and offer in-room coffee, a fridge, minibar, flat-screen TV, safe and private shower; some rooms have city views. Expect clean, modern lines and a guest-only history library and bar that nods to the site's past.

Fitness center, sauna and spa facilities, plus free bikes for exploring the neighborhood. A library, 24-hour front desk, concierge, laundry and dry cleaning keep stays easy. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

A conference hall for meetings and events. Free Wi‑Fi and a 24-hour front desk support business travelers.

On-site restaurant and bar serve daily Japanese or Western breakfast. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options are available on request. Rooms also include minibars stocked with alcoholic drinks.