The Shinmonzen

The Shinmonzen is a boutique hotel on the Shirakawa River in Gion, Kyoto, with guest rooms and the Jean-Georges restaurant on the ground floor. At Jean-Georges, sake is served alongside dishes meant to be enjoyed with the eyes, and the afternoon tea set comes with desserts and tea. The rooms are spacious and quiet, and the central location makes it easy to explore the surroundings on foot. Both lodging and dining are in a high price range.