Mume

Hotel Mume is a stylish boutique hotel located on the outskirts of the Gino district in Kyoto, Japan. It is set along the Shirakawa River with sweeping views of the Higashiyama Mountains. The hotel is within walking distance of the train station and several nearby sights and attractions.

The small, seven-room hotel is artfully and thoughtfully laid-out with traditional Japanese design concepts in mind. Each room follows one of four themes: flower, moon, butterfly, and wind. Rooms are elegantly designed with antique furniture hand-picked by the owner. All rooms feature high-speed wireless Internet, flat-screen televisions, minifridge, tea and coffee making facilities, river and mountain views, en suite bathrooms with designer toiletries, air-conditioning, and daily housekeeping service. Suites feature a balcony, hand-painted ceilings, and a living room area separated by a bamboo screen. Pets are not permitted in the hotel; all rooms are kid-friendly.

A lavish, complimentary breakfast is served each morning with eggs, fresh fruit, bread, croissants, yogurt, coffee, and tea. A complimentary happy hour is offered each evening with hand-crafted cocktails and light fare snacks.

There is no onsite restaurant, but numerous well-known and highly-rated restaurants are within walking distance, some of the most popular picks include: Mimiko, Premium Pound Gion, Teppan Tavern Tenamonya, and Kobe Beef Steak Moriya Gion. A variety of sights, architecture, clubs, bars, and outdoor activities are accessible in the nearby area. Itami Airport is 25 miles from the hotel, and Kobe Airport is 39 miles away.