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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Shinobu • couple • jp
4
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Dimitriadis Fotios • family_with_children • gr
6
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Madani • solo_traveller • fr
8
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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michal • extended_group • il
10
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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uslu • couple • tr
10
Pros:

Girişteki personeli, lokasyonunu

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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miki • extended_group • jp
5
Pros:

家族4人で宿泊したが、4台ベットがあって快適であった。いずれかは、エキストラベットかと思っていたので・・

Cons:

チェックインの時の説明が少し不十分であった

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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TOMOJI • solo_traveller • jp
6
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Kana • couple • jp
10
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Roberto • solo_traveller • es
9
Esta bien calidad precio pero si buscas un auténtico 5 estrellas este no es.
Pros:

Lo ponen súper mal. Para mi estuvo muy bien limpio bonito merece la pena

Cons:

La piscina de pago. El parking limitado. Haber para un 5 estrellas le falta cache pero por el precio esta muy bien.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Hans-Peter • couple • at
3
Cons:

Lüftung im Badezimmer ist laut und lässt sich nicht abschalten. Einrichtung alt und abgewohnt, hat nichts mit einem 5 Sterne Haus zu tun
Frühstück ebenfalls unwürdig eines 5 Sterne Hauses, wenig Auswahl und plastikgeschirr

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Philip • couple • gb
9
Very quiet and comfortable. The swimming pool and gym should have been free for residents.
Pros:

The room was very comfortable and quiet. Excellent bathroom. Plenty of space.

Cons:

We felt that the hotel could have been more generous with the in-room tea & coffee. We had to ask all the time for refills. In most of the hotels that we stay at the tea & coffee is automatically refilled daily.

We felt that the swimming pool and gym should have been free to use for residents.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Carl Oskar • couple • no
4
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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nozomi • couple • jp
10
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Brigitte • solo_traveller • at
10
Trotz der kleineren Mängel, hat mich das Hotel überzeugt und gerne komme ich wieder.
Pros:

Die Nähe zum Bahnhof ist unschlagbar.
Das Personal war ausgesprochen freundlich.
Der Shuttle Bus war bei der Heimreise mehr als Willkommen.
Check in und Check out hat schnell und unkompliziert funktioniert.

Cons:

Die Matratze war etwas durchgelegen.
Die Bambus Schiebetür am Fenster hat nicht komplett geschlossen ( war etwas verzogen )
Beim Badezimmer, war die Farbe der Türe abgesplittert.
Ich fand es schade, dass man für den Swimming Pool extra zahlen muss. Es sind nur 4 Bahnen mit 20 Meter und warmen Wasser, eher ungeeignet für effektives Training nebenher.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • family_with_children • it
8
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Kym • couple • au
8
Nice hotel, location excellent.
Pros:

Location was excellent, close by to station, restaurants, laundromat.
Very grand appearance
Staff excellent - we had left belongings and they efficiently sent them onto our last hotel with ease.
Great English speaking staff

Cons:

Rooms a little run down
Doona insert would not stay in its cover , kept sliding around.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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marie • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

très bel hôtel, super petit déjeuner. bar très sympa.
situation parfaite
personnel sympathique et lavage du linge dans la journée.

Cons:

j'ai moyennement aimé trouvé mes affaires de salle de bain au sol un soir en rentrant..

sinon rien a redire

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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NAO • solo_traveller • jp
6
Pros:

駅近ですが、バスもある点が良かったです。

Cons:

別途プール料金がかかるとこ。

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
リョウタ • couple • jp
10
とても良かったです。ぜひ次も利用したいと思います。
Pros:

突然のお願いにも快く応えていただけたこと。

Cons:

ない

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Anne • couple • fr
5
A FUIR
Pros:

Pas grand chose a part la localisation

Cons:

Le personnel, pas du tout accueillant, ne parle pas anglais, se moque de vous, en ricanant parce que vous ne comprenez pas ce qu’ils disent en Japonais.
Le linge de lit c’est une catastrophe, ca gratte, c’est un drap et non une house de couette, c’est archaïque. Le mitigeur de la salle de bain etait bloqué, impossible de changer la température. Le pire… la piscine PAYANTE ! mais au secours pour un hotel de ce standing…. a FUIR, vraiment… je ne parlerai pas de la tapisserie qui se decolle et des chambres tres mal isolées.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee