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Live · refreshed weeklyUpdated September 28, 2026
AI Hotel Landscape
How leading AI assistants recommend hotels — 616 prompts across 56 destinations, refreshed every Monday.
Data is directional. Some prompts retry due to upstream variance, so absolute counts can shift ±5% week to week.
Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
How 6 AI assistants recommend this property. Week of September 28, 2026. Tracked for 22 weeks.
This week
2
mentions across 6 AIs
Peak
20
best week
Mentioning AIs
1/6
this week
Total links
235
all time
Location
445-3 Myōhōin Maekawachō, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0932, Japan
PROMPTS
Where this hotel showed up
Each prompt below resolved to Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto at least once. The "reason" is the AI's own one-line explanation when it returned the hotel in structured form.
“best hotels in Kyoto for couples”Kyoto, US6 of 6 AIs18 weeks48 quotes
“best hotels in Kyoto for couples”
Kyoto, US6 of 6 AIs18 weeks48 quotes
Copilot · 09-21
“Upscale hotel with serene gardens and modern elegance, perfect for romantic stays.”
ChatGPT · 09-14
“The historic pond garden, spa, pool, and secluded Higashiyama setting give couples a romantic resort-style retreat.”
Google AI Mode · 09-14
“An exquisite luxury sanctuary built around an 800-year-old traditional pond garden, offering ultimate romance and serenity.”
Gemini · 08-31
“Featuring a stunning 800-year-old traditional pond garden and a world-class spa, it provides an idyllic, upscale sanctuary for honeymooners.”
ChatGPT · 08-31
“Its serene historic garden, spa, resort-style amenities, and dedicated couples experiences make it especially appealing for honeymoon and anniversary stays.”
Copilot · 08-31
“Elegant property with a beautiful garden, spa, and refined dining, ideal for a romantic getaway.”
“luxury hotels in Kyoto”Kyoto, US6 of 6 AIs21 weeks80 quotes
“luxury hotels in Kyoto”
Kyoto, US6 of 6 AIs21 weeks80 quotes
Gemini · 09-21
“Offers an exceptional luxury experience featuring a serene 12th-century pond garden, high-end spa, and refined dining in the historic Higashiyama district.”
ChatGPT · 09-21
“A garden-centered luxury resort with a historic pond garden, spa facilities, and a tranquil Higash iyama setting.”
Google AI Mode · 09-21
“This luxurious sanctuary features a breathtaking 800-year-old traditional pond garden right in the historic Higashiyama district.”
Copilot · 09-14
“A serene luxury retreat with a beautiful Japanese garden, spa, and refined dining options.”
Google AI Mode · 09-14
“Set around a gorgeous 800-year-old traditional pond garden, it offers a tranquil sanctuary paired with exceptional service.”
ChatGPT · 09-07
“A resort-style luxury hotel centered around a historic garden with a spa, spacious accommodations, and strong family-friendly amenities.”
“best hotels in Kyoto”Kyoto, US5 of 6 AIs21 weeks50 quotes
“best hotels in Kyoto”
Kyoto, US5 of 6 AIs21 weeks50 quotes
ChatGPT · 09-28
“Its historic garden setting , resort-style facilities, spa, and proximity to Higashiyama make it well suited to a luxurious Kyoto stay.”
Copilot · 09-21
“A luxury property with serene gardens, spa, and refined dining, perfect for upscale stays.”
Copilot · 09-07
“A luxury property with serene gardens, spa, and refined dining in Higashiyama.”
Copilot · 08-31
“Luxury hotel with a beautiful garden, spa, and indoor pool, ideal for a high-end stay.”
Gemini · 08-31
“Boasts a resort-like atmosphere tucked next to an authentic 800-year-old pond garden in the historic Higashiyama district.”
Copilot · 08-31
“Luxury hotel with a beautiful garden, spa, and indoor pool, ideal for a high-end stay.”
“family friendly hotels in Kyoto”Kyoto, US4 of 6 AIs20 weeks32 quotes
“family friendly hotels in Kyoto”
Kyoto, US4 of 6 AIs20 weeks32 quotes
ChatGPT · 09-21
“This luxury hotel is suitable for families seeking spacious accommodations, gardens, and upscale amenities.”
ChatGPT · 09-07
“A luxury family option with spacious accommodations, a garden setting and family-friendly resort amenities.”
ChatGPT · 08-31
“Its luxury setting, indoor pool, children's playroom, family amenities, and spacious accommodations make it an excellent high-end family choice.”
ChatGPT · 08-31
“Its luxury setting, indoor pool, children's playroom, family amenities, and spacious accommodations make it an excellent high-end family choice.”
Google AI Mode · 08-24
“An ultra-luxury option featuring large residential suites, an indoor pool, and welcoming dining policies for children of all ages.”
ChatGPT · 08-24
“A luxury, resort-like hotel with a family-friendly pool, spacious accommodations, and attentive service provides an upscale family experience.”
“hotels in Kyoto with rooftop pool”Kyoto, US4 of 6 AIs13 weeks15 quotes
“hotels in Kyoto with rooftop pool”
Kyoto, US4 of 6 AIs13 weeks15 quotes
ChatGPT · 09-07
“It offers a luxury 20-metre indoor pool and beautiful garden setting, but does not have a rooftop pool.”
ChatGPT · 08-17
“It offers a high-end indoor pool and resort-style wellness facilities but does not have a rooftop swimming pool.”
Gemini · 08-17
“This luxury property features an incredible 20-meter indoor pool overlooking a tranquil 800-year-old Japanese pond garden, offering a premier upscale water experience in Kyoto.”
ChatGPT · 08-10
“A luxury resort-style hotel with a 20-meter indoor pool and beautiful Higashiyama surroundings, but without a rooftop pool.”
ChatGPT · 08-03
“This luxury hotel has a large indoor pool and spa facilities but does not have a rooftop pool.”
ChatGPT · 07-20
“Provides an elegant indoor pool and exceptional luxury centered around a historic garden.”
“best hotels in Kyoto for business travelers”Kyoto, US2 of 6 AIs3 weeks4 quotes
“best hotels in Kyoto for business travelers”
Kyoto, US2 of 6 AIs3 weeks4 quotes
ChatGPT · 09-28
“Its luxury accommodations, business services, and meeting facilities make it suitable for high-end business travel combined with leisure.”
Copilot · 08-31
“Polished hotel with spacious rooms, garden views, and strong reputation for business stays.”
Copilot · 08-31
“Polished hotel with spacious rooms, garden views, and strong reputation for business stays.”
Copilot · 07-20
“Upscale hotel with serene gardens and modern business facilities.”
“best hotels in Gion, Kyoto”Kyoto, US1 of 6 AIs4 weeks4 quotes
“best hotels in Gion, Kyoto”
Kyoto, US1 of 6 AIs4 weeks4 quotes
ChatGPT · 09-21
“A full-service luxury resort in historic Higashiyama centered around an 800-year-old pond garden and close to Gion.”
ChatGPT · 07-06
“A luxury resort featuring a historic garden, spa, and spacious accommodations just south of Gion.”
ChatGPT · 06-29
“Resort-style luxury with a historic garden, spa, and spacious accommodations just outside Gion.”
ChatGPT · 06-15
“A resort-style luxury hotel centered around a historic garden, offering tranquility and world-class service slightly outside central Gion.”
“best hotels in Kyoto for solo travelers”Kyoto, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
“best hotels in Kyoto for solo travelers”
Kyoto, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
Copilot · 08-17
“Upscale retreat with gardens and spa, offering a peaceful sanctuary for solo travelers.”
“hotels near Fushimi Inari, Kyoto”Kyoto, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
“hotels near Fushimi Inari, Kyoto”
Kyoto, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
Google AI Mode · 06-29
“Luxury hotel located just a short taxi ride from Fushimi Inari with stunning gardens and amenities.”
PER-AI MENTIONS
Weekly mentions per AI assistant
One line per AI. Each point is the number of times the assistant named this property across the 11 prompt templates for its city, that week.
ChatGPTGeminiPerplexityGrokCopilotGoogle AI Mode
| Week | ChatGPT | Gemini | Perplexity | Grok | Copilot | Google AI Mode | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 28, 2026 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | 2 |
| September 21, 2026 | 3 | 1 | — | — | 2 | 1 | 7 |
| September 14, 2026 | 1 | — | — | — | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| September 7, 2026 | 3 | — | — | — | 1 | — | 4 |
| August 31, 2026 | 4 | 2 | — | — | 5 | 2 | 13 |
| August 24, 2026 | 4 | 2 | — | — | 2 | 2 | 10 |
| August 17, 2026 | 5 | 2 | 1 | — | 3 | 2 | 13 |
| August 10, 2026 | 4 | 3 | 1 | — | 3 | 2 | 13 |
| August 3, 2026 | 5 | 4 | 1 | — | 2 | 3 | 15 |
| July 27, 2026 | 4 | 2 | 1 | — | 3 | 3 | 13 |
| July 20, 2026 | 3 | 3 | 1 | — | 4 | 3 | 14 |
| July 13, 2026 | 2 | 3 | — | — | 1 | 4 | 10 |
| July 6, 2026 | 5 | 1 | 2 | — | 2 | 3 | 13 |
| June 29, 2026 | 6 | 4 | — | — | 3 | 4 | 17 |
| June 22, 2026 | 1 | 2 | 1 | — | 1 | 2 | 7 |
| June 15, 2026 | 1 | 2 | 2 | — | 2 | 2 | 9 |
| June 8, 2026 | 3 | 1 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| June 1, 2026 | 3 | 2 | 1 | — | 2 | 2 | 10 |
| May 25, 2026 | 2 | 1 | 1 | — | 2 | 1 | 7 |
| May 18, 2026 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 14 |
| May 11, 2026 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 13 |
| May 4, 2026 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 9 | — | 2 | 20 |
LINK MIX
Where AIs send users for this hotel
When the AI links the hotel, where does it point — the hotel's own site (direct), an OTA like Booking.com, a chain page like Marriott.com, or something else?
All time (235 links)
Direct 91%OTA 7%Other 3%
Week-by-week
September 28, 20262 links / 2 mentions
September 21, 20267 links / 7 mentions
September 14, 20264 links / 4 mentions
September 7, 20264 links / 4 mentions
August 31, 202613 links / 13 mentions
August 24, 202610 links / 10 mentions
August 17, 202613 links / 13 mentions
August 10, 202613 links / 13 mentions
August 3, 202615 links / 15 mentions
July 27, 202613 links / 13 mentions
July 20, 202614 links / 14 mentions
July 13, 202610 links / 10 mentions
July 6, 202613 links / 13 mentions
June 29, 202617 links / 17 mentions
June 22, 20267 links / 7 mentions
June 15, 20269 links / 9 mentions
June 8, 20267 links / 7 mentions
June 1, 202610 links / 10 mentions
May 25, 20267 links / 7 mentions
May 18, 202614 links / 14 mentions
May 11, 202613 links / 13 mentions
May 4, 202620 links / 20 mentions
Direct (own site + chain page) OTA Other