Genji Kyoto, a Member of Design Hotels™

Marriott Bonvoy Moments invited members to discover the timeless traditions of Kyoto through an exclusive cultural escape at Genji Kyoto, a Member of Design Hotels™. Set along the peaceful Kamogawa River, this refined boutique hotel served as the gateway to a weekend immersed in Zen philosophy, Japanese craftsmanship, and Kyoto’s celebrated cuisine. Members explored the historic Daitoku-ji Temple complex, one of the spiritual centers of Zen Buddhism, where they experienced a private tea ceremony and meditation session led by a priest at Zuihō-in Temple. The journey continued with a traditional shōjin temple lunch, followed by visits to Kyoto’s renowned Nishijin weaving district and an artisan indigo dye studio, offering rare insight into centuries-old Japanese craft traditions. The day concluded in the historic Gion district with an authentic Kaiseki dinner at Kappo Sakamoto, showcasing Kyoto’s refined seasonal cuisine. Each guest enjoyed a two-night riverside suite stay at Genji Kyoto, a Member of Design Hotels™, blending contemporary design with the serenity of Kyoto’s cultural heritage. Learn more about Genji Kyoto, a Member of Design Hotels™: https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/osagk-genji-kyoto-a-member-of-design-hotels/overview/ Discover more unique experiences: https://moments.marriottbonvoy.com/en-us #MarriottBonvoyMoments #GenjiKyoto #DesignHotels #KyotoTravel #JapanTravel #Zen #TeaCeremony #Kaiseki #DesignTravel #CulturalTravel