Node Kyoto

Upon entering Node Kyoto, guests can be excused for feeling as if they’ve walked into the private home of a serious art collector. The public spaces of this stunning 25-room boutique, which is located in central Kyoto just a short walk from the city’s major shopping streets, feature a sublimely tranquil living room and library adorned with a world-class collection of modern art. These provocative masterworks are showcased on marble-like cement walls that establish the alluring gray tone that runs throughout the hotel. A magnet for artists and designers, Node Kyoto is both a steppingstone into the local creative scene and a hub for it, hosting collaborative exhibitions, pop-up shops, guest gallerists, and more. Locally sourced farm-to-table fare makes for an inspired dining experience in an art-filled setting that becomes a popular bar and gathering spot in the evening. A sublime creative statement, Node Kyoto is a fresh new face amid the shrines, gardens, and palaces of this traditional Japanese city.