Suiran, a luxury collection hotel, Kyoto recongzied as the first place in conde nast traveler readers' choice award for "top 10 hotels in japan" 2019

Second consecutive win for luxury resort inspired by Kyoto's exquisite traditional heritage and culture

KYOTO, 10 October 2019 – Suiran, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto, has been recognized first place in the “Top 10 Hotels in Japan” category in the 2019 Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards. This is the second consecutive year that the hotel has won the coveted award.

The annual awards are the longest-running and most prestigious recognitions of excellence in the travel industry, recognizing “the best of the best of travel” across the globe. This year, more than 600,000 Condé Nast Traveler readers submitted a record-breaking number of votes to decide the winners.

“The Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Award is an amazing endorsement of our endeavors to provide the finest in Japanese hospitality and service to our guests,” said Hiroyuki Hatori, General Manager, Suiran, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto. “We are deeply honored to be recognized once again as the best hotel in Japan by discerning global travelers. On behalf of my outstanding team and colleagues at Marriott International, I would like to express my gratitude and appreciation to the readers of Condé Nast Traveler for this wonderful accolade.”

Suiran, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto graces the banks of the tranquil Hozu River in Kyoto, Japan's ancient imperial capital. The intimate and luxurious 39-room and suite hotel features a blend of traditional architectural design and contemporary comfort, set in an elegant Japanese garden. Some guest rooms and suites feature private gardens and open-air onsen baths, with natural hot springs. The resort is a haven of peace and serenity, with gourmet dining options and private spa

facilities providing a relaxing escape from the everyday world.

The area is surrounded by unspoilt natural landscapes, with a lush green mountain and a bamboo forest nearby. The property is located on the west end of Kyoto, a city with more than a thousand years of history as a retreat for Japan's imperial and aristocratic families. Around the city, many interesting attractions and sights await visitors, including ancient shrines and temples, a traditional Japanese theater, local museums and art galleries.

The 2019 Readers' Choice Awards are published on Condé Nast Traveler's website at www.cntraveler.com/rca The full list of 2019 winners can be found here.

About Suiran, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto

Suiran, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto was opened on 23 March 2015, marking the debut of Marriott International's The Luxury Collection® portfolio of hotels in Japan. The property is located in Arashiyama, known as one of the most beautiful and scenic areas of Kyoto. Against a backdrop of breathtaking natural beauty and rich history, Suiran was created to preserve the great traditions of Japanese hospitality and carry its enduring history and culture into the future. The hotel blends the traditions of old Kyoto with modern-day comforts, warmly welcoming travelers with authentic experiences and unsurpassed service in a stylish and sophisticated setting.

About The Luxury Collection® Hotels & Resorts

The Luxury Collection®, part of Marriott International, Inc., is comprised of world-renowned hotels and resorts offering unique, authentic experiences that evoke lasting, treasured memories. For the global explorer, The Luxury Collection offers a gateway to the world's most exciting and desirable destinations.

Each hotel and resort is a unique and cherished expression of its location; a portal to the destination's indigenous charms and treasures. Originated in 1906 under the CIGA® brand as a collection of Europe's most celebrated and iconic properties, today The Luxury Collection brand is a glittering ensemble, recently surpassing 100 of the world's finest hotels and resorts in more than 30 countries and territories. All of these hotels, many of them centuries old, are internationally recognized as being among the world's finest.

For more information and new openings, visit theluxurycollection.com or follow Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. The Luxury Collection is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy, the new name of Marriott’s travel program replacing Marriott Rewards®, The Ritz-Carlton Rewards®, and Starwood Preferred Guest® (SPG). The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, experiences on Marriott Bonvoy Moments and unparalleled benefits including earning points toward free hotel stays and nights toward Elite status recognition.