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Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at moksa
Elegant Accommodation: moksa in Kyoto offers a 5-star hotel experience with a beautiful garden, romantic restaurant, bar, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, garden or river views, and modern amenities. Dining and Leisure: The restaurant serves American and Asian breakfasts, vegetarian and vegan options, and a variety of meals in a romantic ambience. Additional facilities include a sauna, coffee shop, and free private parking. Prime Location: Located 55 km from Itami Airport, moksa is a short walk from Ruriko-in Temple and 2 km from Shugakuin Imperial Villa. Nearby attractions include Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple and Heian Shrine, each 8 km away. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its garden, attentive staff, and excellent service support, moksa ensures a memorable stay for all visitors.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- 24-hour front desk
- Laundry
- Garden
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Robert
United Kingdom
“Stunning location, great rooms, restaurant was exceptional. Staff very accommodating with a great relaxed atmosphere. We would highly recommend half board.” - Richard
Singapore
“The place was very comfortable and peaceful even though it’s only 30 minutes from the city. Immediately felt zen when we arrived at Moksa.” - Timothy
Australia
“We had a phenomenal stay at Moksa. We used the place as a retreat from the hustle of Kyoto and hoards of tourists and it was perfect. We decided to indulge with the half board option and the food was phenomenal, particularly dinner. Very high...” - Gerard
Singapore
“Tranquil environment. You feel calm and relax upon entering the hotel. Beautiful garden. Friendly reception. Room is modern and bed is comfortable. Nice trails near the hotel for you to explore. Dinner is excellent with chef preparing dishes in...” - Charlotte
United Kingdom
“The hotel is really gorgeous. I wish I had planned some time to just relax and enjoy it more. The location isn't super central but that is part of the hotel's charm. The breakfast was delicious and we ate at the restaurant twice as the food was so...” - Pia
Denmark
“Everything was perfect, loved the area, the hotel, the staff and was the highlight of our 12-day trip in Japan ❤️” - John
United Kingdom
“Exceptionally good hotel. Relaxed, comfortable. Great location for a trip up the cable car for the views and temples. Easy to Kyoto centre by train with a short cut from the hotel to the station. Evening meal option was great. Free drinks too.” - Rostomian
Russia
“Location, personnel, scenery, nature, transport nearby - buses, trains. We got to Nara park and Bamboo forest easily.” - Ankush
United Kingdom
“Zen-like Big spacious rooms Replanned breakfast Local train - very nice and safe” - Kaye
Australia
“The minimalist design was beautiful and the tranquility of the garden and location generally was perfect.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- MALA
- AmbianceRomantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.






The fine print
An accommodation tax per person per night is not included in the price and needs to be paid at the property.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.