I'm continuing my previous post about Hoshinoya Resort in Arashiyama. The alley leading to the rooms is green and quiet. By the way, all the rooms have private entrances like this one :
As our host allowed us to enter the room which wasn't occupied at the moment, I'd like to show you some photos of it. Twin bedroom. As you can see, it's Japanese futon style :
View from the window over the Katsura river :
The bathroom with a wooden buthtub! :
Common room where you can drink a cup of coffee and play table games :
The surroundings are serene and somewhat dreamy. It's like a journey to the world of peace and quiet. This place is perfect for a retreat, to relax youself and to get rid of stress and worry.