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Weekly until 19 Oct 2026, monthly from November 2026November 2026 edition
AI Hotel Landscape
How leading AI assistants recommend hotels: 616 prompts across 56 destinations, a monthly edition checked before it is published.
Data is directional. Some prompts retry due to upstream variance, so absolute counts can shift ±5% between editions.
HOSHINOYA Kyoto
How 6 AI assistants recommend this property. Week of November 2, 2026. Tracked for 16 weeks.
Latest edition
1
mentions across 6 AIs
Peak
7
best week
Mentioning AIs
1/6
latest edition
Total links
49
all time
Location
11-2 Arashiyama Genrokuzanchō, Nishikyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-0007, Japan
PROMPTS
Where this hotel showed up
Each prompt below resolved to HOSHINOYA 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, US4 of 6 AIs12 weeks18 quotes
“best hotels in Kyoto for couples”
Kyoto, US4 of 6 AIs12 weeks18 quotes
ChatGPT · 11-02
“A secluded riverside ryokan reached by boat, offering tranquility and a feeling of escaping the world together, ideal for honeymooners.”
ChatGPT · 10-12
“A riverside ryokan-style retreat in Arashiyama offering a secluded, tranquil escape for couples.”
Gemini · 08-31
“Couples can experience an ultra-romantic luxury ryokan accessible via a private boat ride along the Oi River, offering secluded pavilions with stunning seasonal gorge views.”
ChatGPT · 08-24
“Its secluded riverside setting, traditional Japanese aesthetic, and peaceful Arashiyama atmosphere make it an excellent romantic escape.”
Copilot · 06-22
“A secluded riverside retreat accessible only by boat, offering one of Kyoto’s most romantic luxury experiences.”
ChatGPT · 06-22
“A secluded riverside luxury ryokan accessible by boat, offering unmatched privacy and nature-focused romance for couples.”
“luxury hotels in Kyoto”Kyoto, US4 of 6 AIs12 weeks15 quotes
“luxury hotels in Kyoto”
Kyoto, US4 of 6 AIs12 weeks15 quotes
ChatGPT · 10-12
“An atmospheric ryokan-inspired riverside retreat in Arashiyama, reached by boat, offering traditional Japanese ambiance.”
Gemini · 08-17
“A secluded riverside sanctuary accessible only by private boat, offering profound immersion in Arashiyama's majestic nature.”
ChatGPT · 07-13
“Exclusive riverside retreat in Arashiyama reached by boat for a uniquely tranquil experience.”
Copilot · 06-29
“A secluded riverside ryokan accessible only by boat, offering a true luxury escape.”
Copilot · 06-22
“A secluded luxury ryokan accessible by boat, ideal for a tranquil, immersive Kyoto stay.”
ChatGPT · 06-15
“A tranquil riverside retreat in Arashiyama accessible by boat.”
“best hotels in Kyoto”Kyoto, US3 of 6 AIs12 weeks17 quotes
“best hotels in Kyoto”
Kyoto, US3 of 6 AIs12 weeks17 quotes
Gemini · 08-24
“An exclusive riverside ryokan retreat accessible by boat offering a tranquil escape in scenic Arashiyama.”
Gemini · 08-17
“An exclusive riverside luxury ryokan nestled in the scenic Arashiyama mountains, accessible via a private boat ride along the river.”
ChatGPT · 08-03
“Secluded luxury riverside retreat in Arashiyama accessed by boat for a peaceful escape.”
ChatGPT · 07-13
“Exclusive riverside retreat accessible by boat, offering a peaceful luxury escape.”
Gemini · 07-13
“Accessible only by a scenic boat ride along the Oi River, this riverside sanctuary beautifully recreates the elegant ryokan escape favored by Kyoto's ancient aristocracy.”
Copilot · 07-13
“A serene riverside retreat accessible by boat, offering an immersive cultural experience.”
“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
ChatGPT · 06-01
“High-end, secluded ryokan perfect for reflection and relaxing alone in luxury.”
“hotels in Kyoto with rooftop pool”Kyoto, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
“hotels in Kyoto with rooftop pool”
Kyoto, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
ChatGPT · 06-01
“Luxury ryokan offering private pools in some rooms that provide a rooftop-like experience.”
PER-AI MENTIONS
Mentions per AI assistant, by edition
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
Weekly until 19 Oct 2026, monthly from November 2026
| Week | ChatGPT | Gemini | Perplexity | Grok | Copilot | Google AI Mode | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 2, 2026 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 |
| October 12, 2026 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | 2 |
| August 31, 2026 | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | 1 |
| August 24, 2026 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | 2 |
| August 17, 2026 | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | 2 |
| July 13, 2026 | 2 | 1 | — | — | 1 | — | 4 |
| July 6, 2026 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 |
| June 29, 2026 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | 1 |
| June 22, 2026 | 1 | — | — | — | 3 | 1 | 5 |
| June 15, 2026 | 1 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 2 |
| June 8, 2026 | — | 2 | — | — | 2 | — | 4 |
| June 1, 2026 | 4 | — | — | — | 2 | — | 6 |
| May 25, 2026 | — | 3 | — | — | — | — | 3 |
| May 18, 2026 | 3 | 1 | — | — | — | — | 4 |
| May 11, 2026 | 3 | — | 1 | — | 1 | — | 5 |
| May 4, 2026 | 1 | 4 | — | — | — | 2 | 7 |
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 (49 links)
Direct 100%
Week-by-week
November 2, 20260 links / 1 mentions
October 12, 20262 links / 2 mentions
August 31, 20261 links / 1 mentions
August 24, 20262 links / 2 mentions
August 17, 20262 links / 2 mentions
July 13, 20264 links / 4 mentions
July 6, 20261 links / 1 mentions
June 29, 20261 links / 1 mentions
June 22, 20265 links / 5 mentions
June 15, 20262 links / 2 mentions
June 8, 20264 links / 4 mentions
June 1, 20266 links / 6 mentions
May 25, 20263 links / 3 mentions
May 18, 20264 links / 4 mentions
May 11, 20265 links / 5 mentions
May 4, 20267 links / 7 mentions
Direct (own site + chain page) OTA Other