RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

Hotels
8.3 (5438 reviews)
Shimogyo-ku Higashihorikawa-dori Shiokoji-sagaru Taimatsu-cho 1 , Kyoto , jp

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Free beach shuttle
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Variety of breakfast options
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room dampness
High prices for amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.59
Some reviews mentioned cleanliness issues, such as a dusty room and limited cleaning in the bathroom.
Service
9.06
Staff described as nice, courteous, and providing excellent service.
Location
9.1
Multiple reviews praised the convenient location near Kyoto Station.
Room Quality
8.05
Comfortable stay mentioned, but also noted issues with room size and dampness.
Amenities
7.08
Limited baby-friendly amenities and a small gym were noted as negatives.
Value for Money
8.04
High pricing mentioned, but overall experience reflected good value.
Food and Beverage
9.09
Breakfast options were praised for variety and quality.
Overall Experience
8.36
Overall experience generally positive, with some issues impacting the stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 02:33

Property Description

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.

Important information:

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 1st June 2026 to 4th June 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, Jun 1, 2026 until Thu, Jun 4, 2026

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: KIX

Property Policies

  • 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.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 5438 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.59
Service: 9.06
Location: 9.1
Room Quality: 8.05
Amenities: 7.08
Value for Money: 8.04
Food and Beverage: 9.09
Overall Experience: 8.36
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Ruth family_with_children au
8
Would stay here again.
Pros:

The room size was decent and it was conveniently located.

Cons:

We didn’t have much contact with them.

2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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Tania couple au
9
Loved our stay, wished we could of stayed longer, we will definitely be back to stay again
Pros:

Great location, friendly staff, comfortable room and facilities

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
まなと solo_traveller jp
8
2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Madhava couple in
8
2026-05-29 via Nuitee
瀧渕 solo_traveller jp
9
2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Paula couple br
10
Foi excelente!
Pros:

Tudo! Quarto limpo, espaçoso, silencioso! Funcionários extremamente gentis! Tudo ótimo!

Cons:

Nada

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
K
Kanai solo_traveller jp
8
2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Paul couple gb
7
Good location and nice staff.
Pros:

Hotel was in a good location, not too far from the train station, 10mins walk at most. It was clean and tidy and the staff were helpful but the room was a bit on the small side.

Cons:

The room was a bit small, one side of the bed was against the wall, but it was clean and tidy with good facilities.

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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HIROMASA couple jp
10
2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Valianless solo_traveller ch
8
Pros:

Gutes Frühstücksbuffet, aber etwas teuer sofern nicht im Zimmerpreis enthalten.

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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cliff solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Easy walk from the station. Good breakfast which is also available in the revolving restaurant. We stayed in an Executive room which had a spacious bedroom and reasonably sized bathroom. The pool was also very good.

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
K
Karamfila family_with_children gb
9
2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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seunghwan family_with_children kr
9
2026-05-25 via Nuitee
K
Katharina couple at
8
2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Sacha Davina family_with_children in
10
2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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DIMITRI extended_group fr
8
2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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MEGUMI couple jp
9
最高でした また来たいです
Pros:

結婚の記念で行きました スタッフの方もとても親切で サプライズのケーキなどの手配もバッチリでした バスルームのシャンプーなどもとってもイイ香りでした ローラアシュレイのバスアメニティは初めてつかったのですが とってもよかったです

Cons:

くしか?ブラシがアメニティにはいっていなかったので 髪の毛を整えられませんでした そこだけ残念

2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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Kiya couple us
8
2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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Peter couple nz
8
We had a a great time in Kyoto, loved the city and our stay was made special with the gorgeous buffet breakfast and kind
Pros:

The breakfast was exceptional, thank you

Cons:

There were no laundry facilities unfortunately

2026-05-24 via Nuitee
K
Ksenia solo_traveller ee
8
2026-05-24 via Nuitee