HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO Awarded Prestigious Five-Star Rating for Fourth Consecutive Year in the Forbes Travel Guide 2025

HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO has once again earned the prestigious Five-Star rating in the Forbes Travel Guide 2025, announced on February 12, 2025. Recognized as one of the world’s most esteemed rating systems for luxury hospitality, Forbes Travel Guide evaluates top hotels, restaurants, and spas based on rigorous criteria, often referred to as the “Olympics of Luxury Service.” Since receiving a Five-Star rating in its very first year of evaluation—the first hotel in Japan to achieve this distinction—HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO has proudly maintained this honor for four consecutive years.

Additionally, the hotel’s Thermal Spring SPA, featuring natural hot springs, has been awarded a Four-Star rating in the guide’s spa category for the third year in a row, following its recognition last year.

HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO remains dedicated to offering “comfort and relaxed luxury”, providing guests with authentic Japanese hospitality while continuing to create unique and memorable experiences.