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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Masoud • family_with_children • uz
1
Pros:

Unfortunately, we had booked a very bad hotel. In short, this hotel was not worth a single dollar, both in terms of the treatment, the breakfast, and the cleanliness.

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • family_with_children • gb
9
Comfortable hotel
Pros:

Really great amenities in room. Very clean and comfortable.

Cons:

Thought it was slightly closer to the station than it was but it was raining heavily on the day we arrived. There is a shuttle but it wasnt running early enough. Very expensive fee for swimming pool.

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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CKellaway1 • couple • gb
6
Pros:

Huge building, lifts were cool, amenities available

Cons:

Very overpriced. Tiny rooms, West of the main hub, and breakfast was extortionate and finished at 10am

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Donata • couple • ch
8
Pros:

- Geräumiges Zimmer
- Alles vorhanden was wir brauchten
- Gute Lage inkl. Shuttlebus zur Kyoto Station
- Sehr freundliches Personal

Cons:

- Die Bettwäsche war nichts für uns - die Decke war zu klein für den Bezug und hat sich dadurch immer verschoben
- Gab keine Waschmaschinen + Waschservice sehr teuer. In der Nähe gab es aber einen Waschsalon welchen wir dann genutzt haben.

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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ChiaShin • couple • ca
8
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THL • family_with_children • de
8
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bertrand • family_with_children • fr
8
Pros:

La chambre familiale était spacieuse mais mériterait d'être rafraîchie car un peu ancienne. Le personnel est vraiment agréable.
L'emplacement proche de la gare.

Cons:

Prix de l'accès à la piscine excessif.

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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KIRA • couple • ar
7
Pros:

El tamaño de las habitaciones está increíble, especialmente en Japón donde todo es mínimo.

Cons:

Si bien es cerca de la estación de tren, el acceso al hotel es un poco incómodo.

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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valerie • couple • fr
8
Étape standard dans chaîne hôtelière agréable
Pros:

Proximité avec la gare

Cons:

La piscine qui a été un atout dans le choix de l’hôtel est payante et c’est dissuasif

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Frank • solo_traveller • de
8
Pros:

Preis-Leistung für eine zentrale Übernachtung in Kyoto akzeptabel. Aufs Frühstück habe ich wegen des Preises verzichtet. Am Zimmer gab's nicht zu meckern, gehobenes Niveau.

Cons:

Liegt nah an den Bahngleisen, mit entsprechendem Geräuschpegel, die Fenster sind aber doppelt, man hört wirklich fast nichts.

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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YASUHITO • couple • jp
8
値段相応。
Pros:

価格。駅からの送迎。スタッフが丁寧、親切。

Cons:

エレベーターが狭い。レセプションのスタッフに余裕がない。

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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vincent • extended_group • be
8
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Catherine • couple • de
8
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Ivan • family_with_children • fr
10
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Esther • family_with_children • es
9
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冬樹 • couple • jp
3
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Valentin • couple • ch
10
2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Jochai • couple • nl
1
Vergane glorie, vies: geen 5 sterren waard
Pros:

De grootte van de kamer.

Cons:

Slecht schoongemaakt, verouderd en zelfs schimmel (!!!) en vieze geur in badkamer (stilstaand water?). Ook de service viel tegen (bar, wasgoed (zelf halen en brengen), alles vooraf betalen kon niet op kamernummer). Ontbijt erg massaal en traag aangevuld. Locatie slecht bereikbaar (achteraf straatjes bij station)

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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thomas • solo_traveller • fr
7
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Sabrina • family_with_children • fr
10
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