RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

Hotels
8.3 (5457 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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 5457 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
couple jp
8
2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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kazuyoshi couple jp
8
まあ悪くはなかった
Pros:

部屋の広さと調度

Cons:

このクラスのホテルならブラシか櫛は備えてると思いましたが、なかったので手ぐしで済ませました。最近は多少ぼさぼさのヘアーでもみっともなくはないのでしょうがやはり櫛でとかしたかったです。また駅へのシャトルバスに乗ろうと思ったら発車したところでまだ構内にいたのに乗せてもらえませんでした。フロントには時間を聞いてすぐ降りますといって降りたところだったので残念でした。

2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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Marlene extended_group us
8
Pros:

Food at both restaurants were great. The staff are very helpful.

Cons:

Location. Far from center of Kyoto.

2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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YASUKO couple jp
10
2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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Adine May couple au
10
2026-06-13 via Nuitee
A
Alexandre solo_traveller fr
6
Satisfaisant.
Pros:

Proche de la gare.
Bon rapport qualité/prix.

Cons:

Absence d’eau minérale.
Équipements peu modernes.
Restaurants ferment très tôt.

2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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Herbert family_with_children at
9
2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Khalid family_with_children us
9
Pros:

Very clean and update. Helpful and friendly staff

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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S G solo_traveller in
10
Had a great stay here
Pros:

The room was quite large and the bed was comfortable. The yukata robes were wonderfully comfy. I enjoyed the spectacular view from their restaurant Top of Kyoto while feasting on their exceptional continental breakfast. Their buffet spread in the regular dining hall was expansive and unhurried. The room service was prompt and the portions were large. The staff that I had interacted with were unfailingly lovely and professional. The complimentary bus service to Kyoto station was thoughtful. I wish I had more time and could stay longer.

Cons:

It’s no fault of the hotel but the other guests in my wing were a little too exuberant; perhaps they were overjoyed by their visit to Kyoto and could not contain themselves, but it amounted to more noise than I wished to encounter while resting.

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Sukhvinder family_with_children sg
6
Overall Good Stay, but Expectations Did Not Match the Room
Pros:

I had a pleasant stay overall and found the service to be good. However, I felt that the photos on the booking site made the hotel appear more modern than it is in reality. The rooms, particularly on the Premium Floor, felt a little dated compared to my expectations. In addition, the TV only offered Japanese channels, with no access to streaming services such as YouTube or Netflix, which was somewhat surprising for a premium room category. Updating the photos and room information to better reflect the current condition and amenities would help set more accurate expectations for guests.

Cons:

NA

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Robert family_with_children gb
8
Comfortable, reasonable location and friendly.
Pros:

The hotel has a shuttle bus link between the main station and hotel. The room was comfortable, spacious and had a slight japanese style. Breakfast was good and a choice of buffet or fixed menu. I found the bar was very comfortable. All the staff were really helpful.

Cons:

No items were allowed to be added to the room charge. Lighting level in the reception and corridors quite low.

2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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John solo_traveller fr
10
2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Lisa family_with_children gb
7
It’s okay
Pros:

It was all okay

Cons:

25 minute queue to check in. Charges for breakfast we don’t eat and stupid voucher system. Executive floor was meaningless as lounge shut and was soulless. Room looked nothing like the pictures. Fails to mention hotel is directly above 5 train tracks

2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Mihaela couple ro
7
Cu mici îmbunătățiri, experiența ar fi la nivelul așteptărilor pentru un hotel de 5 stele
Pros:

Hotel bine pozitionat, aproape de gara si transportul in comun. Marimea camerei buna, as recomanda un update la accesoriile de baie si poate o priza USB avand in vedere ca este un hotel de 5 stele.

Cons:

Mobilierul camerei.

2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Giordano couple gb
8
Pros:

The location was excellent and the hotel comfortable.

Cons:

Breakfast and meals at the hotel were too expensive and the use of facilities was charged separately, which was also too expensive.

2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Kelvin couple gb
7
Reasonable hotel, centrally located
Pros:

Centrally located just 10/15 minutes from Kyoto station, which has numerous restaurants and shopping. Close to some beautiful Shrines and easy transport links.

Cons:

Hotel bar a bit soulless, which could be due to the overwhelming amount of Indian tourists.

2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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richard solo_traveller au
8
comfortbale and convenient
Pros:

excellent location, food good

Cons:

better use of space in room for clothes storage

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Koseki solo_traveller jp
10
次も使いたいです。
Pros:

普通のビジネスホテルとは違い、広くて快適でした。

Cons:

大きなホテルが故にエレベーター、ウォーターサーバーからの距離がめんどかったです。

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Tal solo_traveller us
8
2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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ibuki couple jp
10
2026-06-07 via Nuitee