FAUCHON L'Hotel Kyoto

My first visit back to Kyoto and the Fauchon Hotel in two years. A slightly late check-in after sightseeing. I took a relaxing break with the hospitality I’d been looking forward to this time: “matcha macarons” and “Fauchon Blend iced tea.” With my birthday coming up, the Hotel kindly upgraded my Room, and I was welcomed by a towel cake tower. I was also happy with the message on the bathroom mirror. I asked about the dinner menu in advance, and they changed/removed ingredients I don’t like; everything was exactly as requested and delicious. Unfortunately, I missed taking photos of two dishes. In addition to dessert and tea, I also added my favorite “Bis Bis Sherry Cherry” and a non-alcoholic cocktail, “Peach Tea.” I finished everything with great satisfaction—so breakfast the next day ended up being lighter than usual... Compared to last time, it felt like there were fewer sweets at the gourmet bar, but the take-home tote bag is really handy. Once again, I’m truly grateful to everyone in charge of my stay as well as all kitchen and floor staff for your prompt, courteous service and thoughtful attention to detail. I’ll be back again in two years for some relaxation. Thank you very much.

Looking down at the Takase River from the Room, watching it flow gently and quietly is truly soothing.Instead of the Room’s gourmet bar being lined with FAUCHON pastries as before, it now features collaborative yatsuhashi, dorayaki, and arare—items you can only enjoy by staying here.The tea selection had changed from black tea to Japanese tea, but when I asked for FAUCHON black tea, they kindly prepared their signature TEA BAG for me. Thank you very much.Dinner is always beautifully presented and delicious, and my elderly mother happily finished every bite.We are looking forward to staying again.