Shangri-La Group has announced Songtei Kyoto, Shangri-La Signatures, the latest addition to its ultra-luxury Shangri-La Signatures collection. Situated opposite Nijō Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Kyoto, Japan, the 77-key hotel will be the second address in the Shangri-La Signatures portfolio – a collection of rare sanctuaries, each defined by the depth of its location and provenance, brought to life through intuitive, personalised hosting. The hotel is set to welcome its first guests from late 2026, with additional facilities opening progressively ahead of a full property unveiling in early 2027.
Set on the former residence of the Kyoto Shoshidai, an important historical site in the city, Songtei Kyoto will feature 77 beautifully crafted rooms and suites, designed to frame carefully curated views of Nijō Castle’s Kita Ote-mon (Great North Gate), its gardens and the surrounding landscape, honouring the property’s unique historical setting.
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