Songtei Kyoto, Shangri-La Signatures sits on the former residence of the Kyoto Shoshidai in Kamigyo-ku, directly opposite the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Nijo Castle, with rooms framing the castle's Kita Ote-mon (Great North Gate) and gardens, a 4-story building with 77 hotel keys at 536-71 Waraya-cho that broke ground in 2023 and is set to finish in Late 2026.
The low-rise, four-storey hotel holds 77 rooms and suites that reinterpret Kyoto's Edo-period residences through a contemporary lens. Facilities include a wellness sanctuary with a private spa, indoor and outdoor hot baths, an indoor pool and gym, an all-day dining lounge, a Chinese fine dining restaurant, a kappo-sushi counter and an evening bar. It is the second Shangri-La Signatures property after The Silk Lakehouse in Hangzhou, and its facilities open progressively. The name pairs "Song" (pine, a symbol of longevity) with "Tei" (a sense of home).
Songtei Kyoto will welcome first guests from late 2026 ahead of a full unveiling in early 2027.
hotel-online.comShangri-La confirms the Nijo Castle hotel as Songtei Kyoto, the second Shangri-La Signatures address, with first guests from late 2026 and full opening in early 2027.
businesstraveller.comConstruction began in 2023 on the B1-4F reinforced concrete hotel north of Nijo Castle, per the project's asset manager SL Japan Asset Management.
sljapan-am.comShangri-La unveils plans for a luxury hotel on the north side of Kyoto's Nijo Castle.
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Where is Songtei Kyoto, Shangri-La Signatures located?
Songtei Kyoto, Shangri-La Signatures is located in Kyoto.
When will Songtei Kyoto, Shangri-La Signatures open?
Songtei Kyoto, Shangri-La Signatures is opening soon, with completion expected in Late 2026.
Who is developing Songtei Kyoto, Shangri-La Signatures?
Shangri-La Group is the developer behind Songtei Kyoto, Shangri-La Signatures.
Who is building Songtei Kyoto, Shangri-La Signatures?
Songtei Kyoto, Shangri-La Signatures is being built by Taisei Corporation.
How big is Songtei Kyoto, Shangri-La Signatures?
Songtei Kyoto, Shangri-La Signatures rises 4 stories with 77 hotel keys.