RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

Hotels
8.3 (5794 reviews)
Shimogyo-ku Higashihorikawa-dori Shiokoji-sagaru Taimatsu-cho 1 , Kyoto , JP
+81 75-341-1121

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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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 per session: 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
Fitness center is closed from 2026-12-17 until 2026-12-14
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 5794 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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Kristen • couple • au
10
Pros:

location
room size

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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TAKAKO • couple • jp
6
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Mieczyslaw • couple • us
9
Wspaniale miejsce na parodniowy pobyt w Kyoto
Pros:

Duzy wygodny pokoj, bardzo czysto, wspaniale sniadania i obsluga. Blisko do srodkow transportu.

Cons:

Tylko japonska TV i brak mozliwosci podlaczenia streaming devices, brak polek lub szafek aby zlozyc i przechowac ubrania. No self-serve laundromat on the site.

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Aleksander • couple • pl
6
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Shinnosuke • solo_traveller • jp
3
Pros:

立派なホテル感、スタッフもよし

Cons:

狭い、フロントがしっかりしてる割に古さが拭えない

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
せきや • couple • jp
10
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Shivani • extended_group • nl
5
Niet mijn beste verblijf, ik zou niet nog een keer terug gaan puur qua hygiene en beheersing van engelse taal
Pros:

Locatie was dicht bij station. Shuttle bus naar station.

Cons:

Kamers zijn best wel oud en niet netjes afgewerkt/bijgehouden. Vies douchegordijn, dekbedovertrek had vlekken. In de badkamer
Zag het er ook vies uit met zwarte randen van kit. Weinig tot geen engels. Receptionist hield vol dat de kamer al was betaald terwijl dit op locatie zou gebeuren. De ochtend van uitchecken kreeg ik een brief onder de deur dat de rekening nog betaald diende te worden, terwijl we dit zelf al 2x hadden aagegegeven. Uiteindelijk goed gegaan, kosten betaald en uitgecheckt

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
幕田 • couple • jp
7
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Stephan • couple • ca
8
Tout bien sauf le buffet du petit déjeuner
Pros:

Emplacement

Cons:

Petit déjeuner

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Tannaz • family_with_children • au
9
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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thomas • extended_group • fr
7
Pros:

la chambre était très bien, les lits confortables, la salle de bain aussi. le bar est très cosy.

Cons:

le petit déjeuner n'est pas très bien organisé , la salle n'est pas confortable

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Yin min • solo_traveller • my
9
Pros:

Big space room, clean

Cons:

NA

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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David • family_with_children • au
8
Would probably not stay there again.
Pros:

Check in was easy. Communication was not too good prior to check-in. Door and Reception staff a little rude.

Cons:

No explanation of Early Check in. Service not available.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Rezdo1607 • solo_traveller • jp
9
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Rachel • solo_traveller • au
8
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Alok • couple • in
10
Excellent stay, met my expectations more than enough
Pros:

Good location, shuttle to station and spacious rooms
Rooftop restaurent is great

Cons:

All good

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Franziska • couple • ch
9
Gerne wieder
Pros:

Gute Lage. Gutes Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis
Gutes Frühstück
Gute Schallisolierung
Grosses Zimmer

Cons:

Nichts

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
上田 • solo_traveller • jp
10
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MASAKO • solo_traveller • jp
8
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masato • couple • jp
9
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