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Songtei Kyoto, Shangri-La Signatures
Kyoto, Japan · Shangri-La · Core Luxury · Opening soon
Songtei Kyoto, Shangri-La Signatures, stands on the former residence of the Kyoto Shoshidai, the shogunate's deputy in the old capital, across from the north gate of Nijo Castle in Nakagyo ward. Its 77 rooms and suites frame views of the Kita Ote-mon gate and castle gardens. First guests are expected from late 2026, with facilities opening in stages before a full unveiling in early 2027.
- 77 rooms
- Opened 2026
- Neighborhood: Nakagyo Ward
- Not open yet
About Songtei Kyoto, Shangri-La Signatures
- Songtei means pine residence: matsu, the pine, a symbol of longevity, and tei, a refined house.
- Plans include a private spa with indoor and outdoor hot baths, an indoor pool, a Chinese restaurant, a kappo-sushi counter and an evening bar.
History
Shangri-La Group's Kyoto hotel was developed on the site of the former residence of the Kyoto Shoshidai, the Tokugawa shogunate's representative in Kyoto, facing the north gate of Nijo Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Long referred to as a Shangri-La for the Nijo Castle site, it was announced in 2026 as Songtei Kyoto, Shangri-La Signatures, with 77 rooms and suites. The hotel is set to welcome first guests from late 2026 and to be fully unveiled in early 2027.
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