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RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

★★★★★ Shimogyo-ku Higashihorikawa-dori Shiokoji-sagaru Taimatsu-cho 1, Kyoto, JP

8.3 guest rating· 5585 reviews

The five stars

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto holds a five-star rating in its official classification, the requirement for every property in the Hotels of Earth collection.

The service side of those stars shows in its listing: Fitness facilities, Fitness center, Swimming pool, Room service and Concierge service.

Guests score it 8.3/10 across 5585 reviews.

About this hotel

Luxurious Accommodations with Japanese Touches

Experience the elegance of RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto, just minutes away from JR Kyoto Train Station. Indulge in the contemporary decor with Japanese influences in every room, complete with modern amenities like a satellite TV and Laura Ashley bath products.

Culinary Delights for Every Palate

Savor the flavors of Japan at Aoi Teppanyaki Restaurant or enjoy authentic French cuisine at Top of Kyoto with breathtaking views from the 14th floor. With a total of 8 restaurants on-site, including Chinese dishes and a cozy bar, your culinary desires are sure to be satisfied.

Convenient Location for Exploring Kyoto

Explore the nearby temples such as Nishi Hongan-ji and To-ji, or take a short train ride to Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine. With complimentary shuttle service to JR Kyoto Station, your adventures in Kyoto are just a step away.

Book your stay at RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto now and immerse yourself in luxury and convenience during your Kyoto getaway.

Rooms & rates

Standard Twin Room - Kyoto Style Floor - Non-Smoking (8th Floor)

Sleeps 2 · 22 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Minibar

Standard Twin Room - Premium Floor - Non-Smoking (9th Floor)

Sleeps 2 · 22 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Minibar

Standard Twin Room with Swimming Pool & Fitness Center Access - Executive Floor - Non-Smoking (10th Floor)

Sleeps 2 · 22 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Superior Twin Room - Non-Smoking

Sleeps 6 · 27 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

Luxury Twin Room - Non-Smoking

Sleeps 5 · 45 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Twin Room with Tatami Area - Non-Smoking

Sleeps 6 · 54 m² · 2× Twin bed, 2× Futon Mat

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Minibar
  • Shower

Standard Double Room with Swimming Pool & Fitness Center Access - Executive Floor - Non-Smoking (10th Floor)

Sleeps 2 · 22 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Deluxe Double Room - Premium Floor - Non-Smoking (9th Floor)

Sleeps 4 · 30 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Minibar

Tatami Suite Twin Room with Swimming Pool & Fitness Center Access - Executive Floor - Non-Smoking

Sleeps 4 · 54 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Suite Twin Room - Kyoto Style Floor - Non-Smoking

Sleeps 2 · 50 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Minibar

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Indoor pool
  • Swimming pool
  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Fitness facilities
  • Accessible parking
  • Private parking
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
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  • Room service
  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Chapel/shrine
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Coffee Shop on site
  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Designated smoking area
  • Dry cleaning
  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Luggage storage
  • Massage services
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Safety deposit box
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Security alarm
  • Shuttle service
  • Shuttle service (free)
  • Smoke alarms
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Vending machine - drinks
  • Visual aids: Braille
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wine/champagne

Location

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Shimogyo-ku Higashihorikawa-dori Shiokoji-sagaru Taimatsu-cho 1, Kyoto, JP

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say8.35585 reviews

+ Great location+ Friendly staff+ Variety of breakfast optionsCleanliness issuesRoom dampnessHigh prices for amenities
Cleanliness7.6
Service9.1
Location9.1
Room Quality8.1
Amenities7.1
Value for Money8.0

Très bon hotel bien situé pas très loin de la gare

8.0

Le distributeur d'eau fraiche et de glaçons à l'étage. La navette entre l'hotel et la gare.

les restaurants de l'hotel ne reçoivent plus après 19h30.

CLOTAIRE · FR · 2026-07-25

Buen hotel

9.0

Ubicación, cuarto amplio, camas cómodas, baño grande.

Todo bien

Herberth · CR · 2026-07-25

Ideal

9.0

Big room with a great onsen and even a Better breakfast

Nothing to report

roberto · IT · 2026-07-25

Fijn verblijf. Dicht bij het station, grote mall met leuke winkels, supermarkt dichtbij. Fijn dat je gebruik kan maken v

8.0

Kamers, ontbijtbuffet, locatie en shuttlebus

Dat je moet betalen voor het zwembad

Fleur · NL · 2026-07-24

Guest review

5.0

Die Nähe zum Bahnhof

Das Bad war nicht sauber, es hingen Staubflusen an der Decke. Das Kissen war nicht gut.

Katrin · NL · 2026-07-24

Hotels of Earth · questions

Is RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto really a five-star hotel?
Yes. Its own classification data carries five stars; that rating, not a style label, is what puts a property in this collection.

Good to know

The swimming pool and the fitness gym are open everyday on 8:00am~11:00am / 13:30 - 21:00 (last entry 19:00).

Pool usage fee: 3,300 yen per adult, 1,650 yen per child (ages 3-12)

Please note that maintenance work of the swimming pool and the fitness gym will be carried out from 14th December to 17th December 2026.

Please note that use of parking space will incur an additional charge of 2,000 JPY , per night.Guests with tattoos may not be permitted to use the property’s public bathing areas or other facilities where the tattoos might be visible to other guests.

Swimming pool: Closed from Mon, Dec 14, 2026 until Thu, Dec 17, 2026

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 1 year old stay for ¥1,650 per person per night when using an available cot.

Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.

People no matter the age stay for ¥3,630 per person per night when using an available extra bed.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.