RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

Hotels
8.3 (5108 reviews)
Shimogyo-ku Higashihorikawa-dori Shiokoji-sagaru Taimatsu-cho 1 , Kyoto , jp

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Free beach shuttle
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
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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 5108 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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Chanunporn • extended_group • th
10
2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Geneviève • solo_traveller • ca
10
Très bon hôtel bien desservi par les transports
Pros:

Super hôtel à un excellent prix pour le standing.
À moins de 10 minutes de marche de la gare de Kyoto et des centres d’achats aux alentours.

À 15 minutes de marche du temple Toji et sa pagode de 5 étages entourée de jardins.

Personnel super accueillant. Restaurants hors de prix mais le buffet déjeuner est très bien (prenez le tarif avec déjeuner inclus )et le restaurant Chinois est moins cher que les autres pour le dîner du soir.

Cons:

Restaurant panoramique beaucoup trop cher!

2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Sharma • couple • ca
10
2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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KENJI • family_with_children • jp
8
楽しみでした。
Pros:

また京都宿泊節はお世話になります。

Cons:

特に気になる事ありませんでした。

2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • be
9
2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Fabian • family_with_children • us
8
2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Johnny • couple • us
10
Pros:

One of our favorites out of all the hotels we’ve stayed at! We will definitely book here again in the future.

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Michelle SALT • couple • au
10
Perfect location
Pros:

Short, easy walk from the train station and near a gorgeous temple

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Gottfried • couple • at
8
2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Masashi • extended_group • jp
9
2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Hiroyasu • family_with_children • jp
6
まあまあ
Pros:

サービスは良い。
押し付け感がない点も評価される。

Cons:

良いホテルだと思うが、経年劣化はある。

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
J
Joaquín • couple • ar
10
Hermoso Hotel
Pros:

El Hotel es muy lindo y está muy bien ubicado, a pocas cuadras de la estación de Kyoto. Además el Hotel cuenta con un servicio de micros que te dejan en la estación de Kyoto por si lo necesitas. El personal es muy amable y atento. La habitación nuestra era muy cómoda, la verdad que es para volver ya que fue un gran acierto hospedarnos ahí.

Cons:

Sinceramente no hubo nada que nos haya molestado, tuvimos una gran estadía.

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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AYUMI • couple • jp
8
快適
Pros:

施設内が全て清潔でゆったり過ごせる。

Cons:

ちょっと駅から遠い。

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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YiJen • family_with_children • tw
10
服務人員真的都很好 有時候真的叫不到uber 他們幫忙叫計程車 的車子與司機都很有水準
Pros:

一如既往的水準

Cons:

沒有吧

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Julius Carneiro • family_with_children • br
10
Pros:

Maravilhoso!! Nehum ponto a melhorar ;)

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Arlen • solo_traveller • us
10
Great value for Kyoto!
Pros:

Very nice hotel, good location, pool was nice, room was spacious and shuttle bus was convenient.

Cons:

They charged a fee for the pool but I guess that keeps it less busy.

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Monic • family_with_children • gb
10
Pros:

Clean spacious rooms. Wonderful staff

Cons:

All good 👍

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Takako • solo_traveller • jp
8
良かったです。
Pros:

京都駅から近く、送迎バスもあった。
静かで、広くて清潔で快適。
京都が見渡せるレストラン、トップ　オブ　キョウトでの朝食も美味しい。
遠くの伏見桃山城まで見えて感動しました。
スタッフも気持ちの良い対応です。
連泊中の清掃なども急かされる感じはしなかった。

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • couple • au
10
2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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FURUYA • solo_traveller • jp
9
コンシェルジュさんが常駐してるホテルはやっぱりいい！
Pros:

今回は一泊して京都観光をしました。宿泊当日の予定はあったのですが、宿泊後の二日目はノープランでした。
前回に宿泊した時にコンシェルジュさんのアドバイスが良かったので、今回は最初からお任せしようと思っていました。チェックアウト後にコンシェルジュさんに相談すると大変快く観光のアドバイスをしていただき、無駄なく二日目の観光ができました。いつも大変細かく情報をいただけるので100%信頼して任せられます。
いつも車移動なので駐車場が無料なのと立地の良さが最高です。30〜40㎡の広い部屋に泊まりやすいのもいいところだと思います。

Cons:

この一年間何度か利用しましたが、悪く思うことはないです。

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee