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RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

Kyoto Prefecture／In Front of Kyoto Station
¥19,200～
No meals ; 2 peopleTax included¥12,245〜
(USD 77.13)

A Hotel brimming with diverse attractions, including Japan’s only revolving panoramic French restaurant.

Rihga Royal Hotel Group, Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto. An ideal location as a base for exploring the ancient city. The warmth of wood grain, elegant interiors, and a welcoming smile. Your new Kyoto relaxation begins here. Cherishing the spirit of "Ichigo Ichie."

4.25 - Good(302)
  • We stayed on the Ann...

    We stayed on the Anniversary Plan, and I can’t fully put into words how enjoyable and memorable our stay was. We are truly grateful.The shuttle bus from Kyoto Station made access extremely convenient.We used the revolving observation restaurant “TOP OF KYOTO” for both dinner and breakfast. At dinner, we were delighted by your thoughtful touches—an anniversary photo, a single rose as a gift, a message on the dessert plate, and even a whole cake.Every dish featuring plenty of Kyoto vegetables was delicious, and we enjoyed a luxurious time watching the ever-changing views of Kyoto from the gently rotating dining room. The cityscape wrapped in soft morning light and the fantastical Kyoto floating in the sparkling night view—being able to enjoy both was especially memorable.The pool and sauna available as part of our 10th-floor Room benefits were also wonderful, and we were moved by how carefully your staff responded during a small unexpected incident. I’m not very confident at swimming, but this inspired me to join a swimming club so that next time I can return able to swim properly.After dinner, we had cocktails at the bar; everything—the interior design, lighting, atmosphere, and service—was comfortable, as if luxurious time for adults flowed by slowly.Wherever we were in the Hotel, we felt a sense of security and elegance—and above all, your staff’s politeness and warmth. It truly felt like a first-class Hotel.Thank you very much for making our special day such an amazing memory. We would love to stay again.

    リノ31 2/23/2026
  • I was able to relax.

    This was my first stay, and I was able to relax in a spacious Room. Breakfast on the 14th floor with a great view was enjoyable while taking in the scenery.I would definitely like to stay again. Thank you very much.

    ハンサム太郎 3/3/2026

Facilities and Services

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  • Fitness
Sauna / Within a 5-minute walk to the convenience store. / Indoor pool / Free shuttle service / Room service
IN14:00～24:00
OUT11:00
Number of rooms489 rooms
Your childPermitted
PetNot allowed
Service dogs are welcome to stay with you.

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Regular Floor Standard Twin Non-Smoking
  • Twin
  • 22㎡
  • Capacity 1~2 people
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IN 14:00～24:00
OUT 11:00
¥19,200～
No meals ; 2 peopleTax included¥12,245〜
(USD 77.13)

Advance Card Payment Only 【Non-changeable, Non-refundable】 Affordable Basic Stay ～No Meals～

IN 14:00～24:00
OUT 11:00
¥16,300～
No meals ; 2 peopleTax included¥14,670〜
(USD 92.40)
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[Newsletter Subscription Special] Exclusive Rates & Extra Points! Perfect for Spring and Golden Week Trips! Basic Stay (No Meals)

IN 14:00～24:00
OUT 11:00
¥19,200～
No meals ; 2 peopleTax included¥12,245〜
(USD 77.13)

Advance Card Payment Only 【Non-changeable, Non-refundable】 Affordable Basic Stay ～No Meals～

IN 14:00～24:00
OUT 11:00
¥16,300～
No meals ; 2 peopleTax included¥14,670〜
(USD 92.40)
Regular Floor Standard Double Non-Smoking
  • Double
  • 22㎡
  • Capacity 1~2 people
Flash SaleEnding soon

[Newsletter Subscription Special] Exclusive Rates & Extra Points! Perfect for Spring and Golden Week Trips! Basic Stay (No Meals)

IN 14:00～24:00
OUT 11:00
¥19,200～
No meals ; 2 peopleTax included¥12,245〜
(USD 77.13)

Advance Card Payment Only 【Non-changeable, Non-refundable】 Affordable Basic Stay ～No Meals～

IN 14:00～24:00
OUT 11:00
¥16,300～
No meals ; 2 peopleTax included¥14,670〜
(USD 92.40)

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Introduction of the Accommodation

Renewed and reopened on September 8, 2016

Reopened as a Hotel blending the charm of Kyoto with modern design.

Renewed and reopened on September 8, 2016

Entrance

Kira Karacho Concept Room
Kira Karacho Concept Room

Kin Un (42m²) Bathroom with washing area

Kira Karacho Concept Room
Kira Karacho Concept Room

Gin'un (42m²) Bathroom with washing area

Premium Floor "Sound of Bamboo Forest Wind" (9F)
Premium Floor "Sound of Bamboo Grove Wind" (9F)

Premium Suite Twin (75m²) Bedroom

Premium Floor "Sound of Bamboo Forest Wind" (9F)
Premium Floor "Sound of Bamboo Grove Wind" (9F)

Premium Suite Twin (75m²) Living Room

Regular Floor
Regular Floor

Japanese-Western Style Room (54m²)

Regular Floor
Regular Floor

Luxury Twin (44 square meters)

Room
Room

We offer a variety of room types, including spacious suites and Japanese-Western style rooms with tatami mats. Relax and enjoy your special time.

Restaurant
Restaurant

Boasting 210 seats, this prominent large-scale restaurant in Kyoto offers all-day dining, including Kyoto's only revolving observation restaurant, along with six diverse Japanese, Western, and Chinese restaurants, lounges, and bars, delivering moments of happiness.

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Notice from the Accommodation

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    Notice of Parking Fees (From April 1, 2026)

    Thank you very much for your continued patronage.
    At RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto, our parking, which has previously been available free of charge, will be changed to a paid service as outlined below.
    We will continue striving to provide services that meet and exceed your expectations, and we kindly ask for your understanding.

    [Effective Date] From check-in on Wednesday, April 1, 2026

    [Parking Fee] JPY 400 per 30 minutes
    *This parking facility is operated unattended via an automatic payment machine.


    Per night / per vehicle: JPY 2,000 (Hours of use: 13:30–11:30 the following day)

    - Parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations are not accepted.
    - The Hotel assumes no responsibility for accidents, theft, or other incidents in the parking area.
    - Parking is available only during the hours you are using our Facility.
    - If the parking lot is full, we will direct you to nearby parking; however, any fees will be at the guest’s expense.
    - All fees include tax.

    RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
    General Manager

  • Notice of Temporary Closure of the Indoor Pool, etc. (June 1–4)

    Thank you very much for your continued patronage of RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto.

    Notice of temporary closure due to scheduled maintenance of the indoor pool and fitness gym.

    During the period below, the indoor pool and fitness gym will be unavailable.
    We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

    [Monday, June 1, 2026 – Thursday, June 4, 2026]
    Reopening: Friday, June 5, 2026 at 8:00 AM

  • Notice of Kyoto City Accommodation Tax Revision

    Kyoto City introduced the Accommodation Tax as a non-statutory purpose tax for stays from October 1, 2018.
    The Accommodation Tax system will be revised as follows from March 1, 2026.
    Regardless of the date of the accommodation contract or payment of accommodation charges, it will apply to stays from March 1, 2026.

    Before revision (until February 28, 2026)
    ■Accommodation Fee (per person per night room charge including Service Fee): Accommodation Tax
    Less than JPY 20,000: JPY 200
    JPY 20,000 to less than JPY 50,000: JPY 500
    JPY 50,000 or more: JPY 1,000

    After revision (from March 1, 2026)

    ■Accommodation Fee (per person per night room charge including Service Fee): Accommodation Tax

    Less than JPY 6,000: JPY 200
    JPY 6,000 to less than JPY20 ,000: JPY400
    JPY20 ,000 to less than JPY50 ,000:JPY1000
    JPY50 ,000 to less thanJ PY100 ,00 :JP Y4000
    JP Y100 ,00 or more :JP Y10000


    The Accommodation Tax is charged per person per night based on the Accommodation Fee.

    For an overview of Kyoto City’s Accommodation Tax, please visit the Kyoto City website.

Basic Information

Card information
VISA / MASTER / JCB / AMEX / DINERS / UnionPay
Pets
Not allowed
Service dogs are welcome to stay with you.
Breakfast[All-Day Dining KAZA] 6:30–10:00 (last order 9:30) Japanese & Western buffet: Adults ¥4,301 [French Dining Top of Kyoto] 7:30–10:00 (last order 9:30) Western set menu: Adults ¥4,301 *Hours and services are subject to change depending on circumstances. *For details, please check the official website.
Your child
You can stay.
Baby Crib: JPY 1,650 (tax included) *Depending on the Room type and number of guests, this service may not be available. If you would like it set up, please contact the Hotel. Preschool children aged 0–6 may stay with Child Sharing Existing Bedding. *Up to one child per adult may share existing bedding. *Breakfast is available for an additional fee. (For details, please check the official website.)
Room service
Available for use
7:00–21:30 *Hours and services may change depending on circumstances. For details, please check the official website.*
Common amenities
  • ○ Shampoo · conditioner
  • ○ Body soap · soap
  • ○ Towel · Bath towel
  • ○ Body towel · sponge
  • ○ Toothbrush set
  • × Comb · Brush
  • × Shower cap
  • ○ Hair dryer
  • ○ Shaving
  • ○ Shaving Gel/Foam
  • × Bath additives
  • × Yukata
  • × Nightwear
  • × Bathrobe
  • ○ Slippers
  • ○ facial cleanser
  • × Toner
  • × Lotion
  • × Makeup remover
  • ○ Cotton swab
  • × Cotton
  • ○ Clothing deodorizing spray
  • ○ Refrigerator
  • × Minibar
  • ○ Electric kettle
  • ○ Tea set (free)
  • ○ Television
  • ○ Safe
  • × Scale
  • × Trouser press
  • × Free morning edition
  • × Pay-per-view broadcast
  • ○ Satellite broadcasting
  • × Video on Demand
  • ○ Radio
  • × CD player
  • × DVD player
  • × Blu-ray player
  • × Speakers for portable audio
  • × In-room PCs and tablets
Facilities and Features
  • × Hot spring
  • × Rooms with open-air baths available
  • × Open-air bath
  • × Free-flowing hot spring
  • × Large public bath
  • × Private bath
  • ○ Sauna
  • × Ganbanyoku (rock bathing)
  • × Within a 5-minute walk from the station
  • ○ Within a 5-minute walk to the convenience store.
  • ○ Indoor pool
  • × Outdoor pool
  • × Pet-friendly
  • × Spa facility
  • ○ Fitness
  • ○ Free shuttle service
  • × Shuttle Service (Paid)
  • ○ Room service
  • × Room Service Available 24 Hours
  • × Barrier-free
  • × Childcare services
Indoor pool
Available period
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Business Hours
08:00~21:00
Final admission time
19:00
Fee（Guest）
Paid ¥3,300
Fee（Non-guest）
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Children's pool
None
Age restriction
*For guests aged 3 and over*
Pool shape
Rectangular
Pool size
Length 20m
Width 15m
Closed from 11:00 to 13:30. [Hours] 8:00–11:00, 13:30–21:00 (last admission 19:00) Facility Admission Fee [Indoor Pool & Fitness Gym] (tax and Service Fee included) - Adults: JPY 3,300 - Children (ages 3–12): JPY 1,650 (indoor pool only) * Children aged 12 and under must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. * Use is limited to up to 2 hours during operating hours. * Re-entry is not permitted. * The Facility may be closed during certain periods for maintenance. - Floatation helpers for children (arm floats, etc.) are available for loan. Use of inflatable rings and other play equipment is not permitted. - A jacuzzi and warm room are available poolside. - The men’s changing room includes a sauna bath and massage room. [Available Hours] 13:30–21:00 (last admission 19:00) Pool layout: 3 lanes Pool size: Length 20 m / Width approx. 15 m / Depth 1.3 m–1.4 m
Esthetic Massage
None
Fitness gym
Business Hours
08:00~21:00
Final admission time
19:00
Fee（Guest）
Paid ¥3,300
Fee（Non-guest）
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Age restriction
*Guests must be 18 years of age or older.*
Closed from 11:00 to 13:30 [Hours] 8:00–11:00, 13:30–21:00 (last admission 19:00) Facility admission fee [Indoor Pool & Fitness Gym] (tax and Service Fee included) - Adults: JPY 3,300 * Use is limited to up to 2 hours during business hours. * Re-entry is not permitted. * Please note that the Facility may be closed during certain periods for maintenance. The men’s changing room includes a sauna bath and massage room. [Available Hours] 13:30–21:00 (last admission 19:00)
SaunaAvailable
Hot stone spaNone
OthersHigh-speed Internet access is available in all rooms (wired and Wi-Fi / free of charge).

Reviews

Overall Score
4.25
Good (302)
  • Rooms & Amenities
    4.26
  • Facility
    4.22
  • Hospitality & Service
    4.42
  • Meals
    4.35
  • Onsen & Bath
    3.97
  • Satisfaction
    4.28

*Reviews that have been translated from Japanese.*

*Showing only reviews from 一休.com (Japanese) and Yahoo!トラベル.*

Access Information

Address
Kyoto Prefecture1 Shomyocho, Higashihorikawa-dori Shiokoji-sagaru, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto City
TEL：+81-75-341-1121

■ By train
About a 7-minute walk west from JR Kyoto Station.
■ By car
About 10 minutes via National Route 1 from the Meishin Expressway Kyoto-Minami Interchange.
■ From Kansai International Airport
About 75 minutes to Kyoto Station by the JR Kansai Airport Express “Haruka”.

Parking Information
Fee
Parking fee per night for guests ¥2,000
Parking time
Check-in: 13:30 – Check-out: 11:30
Parking space
Overall length 5.5 m Vehicle width 1.8 m Vehicle height 1.6 m
Number of parking spaces
117 cars available Indoor & Outdoor & Mechanical
Valet service
Unavailable
- Parking for 117 vehicles available. Parking spaces are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis upon arrival. Advance Reservation is not accepted. If the parking lot is full, we will direct you to nearby paid parking facilities.

- On-site Tesla Supercharger available
- Standard EV charger (200V) available
* Please contact us in advance if you wish to use the standard charger.
* Please bring your own charging cable when using the standard charger.

Pickup and drop-off information
Available (Free)Free Shuttle Service
Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto ⇔ JR Kyoto Station (Hachijo Exit; stops at the shuttle bus stop)
9:00–19:10, approximately every 20 minutes; travel time approx. 5 minutes

The shuttle departs and arrives at the shuttle bus stop, about a 1-minute walk toward Tokyo from the Shinkansen ticket gates on the 1st floor of Kyoto Station’s Hachijo Exit.

Operating schedule: Planned to run daily
On weekdays, service is operated by a Hiace van (8 seats); on weekends and public holidays, by a microbus (23 seats).

Operating hours: Departing from the_experience Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto / 9:00–19:00 (at :00, :20, :40 each hour)
　　　　　　　Departing from Kyoto Station / 9:10–19:10 (at :10, :30, :50 each hour)
　　　　　　　*Delays may occur due to traffic conditions.

*Service schedules may change depending on circumstances.
For details, please check the official website.

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