Located in the heart of Kyoto, RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto offers a family-friendly retreat with an indoor pool, fitness center, and helpful staff. Savor breakfast at one of 6 on-site restaurants or unwind at the bar while staying connected with in-room WiFi.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Bar
Laundry facilities
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
6 restaurants and bar/lounge
Breakfast available
Self parking
Room service
Coffee shop/cafe
24-hour business centre
Business centre
24-hour front desk
Front desk safe
Vending machine
Water dispenser
For families (6)
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Lift
In-room climate control (air conditioning)
Cable TV service
Self-parking (surcharge)
The current price is S$95
S$95
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Why we love this property
Work and play balance
Located in the city centre, this hotel offers meeting rooms and in-room desks for productivity. Unwind with in-room massages or visit the gym and bar.
Foodie's paradise
French and Chinese cuisines tempt at 2 of the hotel's 6 restaurants. A cafe and bar round out the scene, with buffet breakfast to start the day.
Dreamy comfort awaits
Luxury meets relaxation in guestrooms with plush down comforters. Guests can indulge in rejuvenating in-room massages and discover treats in the minibar.
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto puts you in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Kyoto Aquarium and Kyoto Tower. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit Top of Kyoto, one of 6 restaurants, which serves French cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Also, Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Railway Museum are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and family-friendly amenities.
At a glance
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Hotel size
489 rooms
Arranged over 14 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
On-site self-parking (JPY 2000 per night)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
On-site parking is limited
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10 AM
6 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Water dispenser
Travelling with children
Children's menu
Bed rails
What to do
Bike rentals nearby
Working away
24-hour business centre
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1969
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchairs available on site
Low-height worktop and sink
Grab bar near toilet
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Electric kettle
Slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Down duvet
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
In-room massage
Freshen up
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Phone
Food and drink
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
Top of Kyoto – This restaurant specialises in French cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Royal Ryuho – This restaurant specialises in Chinese cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Gourmand Tachibana – This restaurant specialises in French cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available.
All Day Dining KAZA – This buffet restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Tankuma Kitamise – This restaurant specialises in Japanese cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in JEA Eco Mark Programme – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100-10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 4301 per person
Renovations and closures
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from June 1 2026 to June 4 2026 (dates subject to change):
Fitness facilities
Swimming pool
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for JPY 1650.0 per night
Parking
Self-parking costs JPY 2000 per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
The swimming pool is accessible for JPY 3300 per person
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
Policies
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Hotel Rihga Royal
Hotel Rihga Royal Kyoto
Kyoto Hotel Rihga Royal
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Kyoto Rihga Royal Hotel
Rihga Royal
Rihga Royal Hotel
Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto
Rihga Royal Kyoto
Rihga Royal Kyoto Hotel
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto Hotel
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto Kyoto
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Frequently asked questions
Does RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto?
Yes. Self-parking costs JPY 2000 per night. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling.
Are there restaurants at or near RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto?
Yes, there are 6 on-site restaurants, featuring French cuisine.
What's the area around RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto like?
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto is in Shimogyo Ward, a short 6-minute walk from Kyoto Station and 14 minutes' walk from Kawaramachi Street. The local area is considered walkable, as well as being good for public transport.
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Reviews
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0
Cleanliness
8.8
Amenities
9.0
Staff & service
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently excellent with great options and generous choices. (92 reviews)
The property's airport shuttle service was convenient, clean, and fast, making traveling easy for guests. (42 reviews)
Parking was easy and conveniently located. (6 reviews)
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Food
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
14 Apr, 2026
Food was great, room was clean and the staff was very nice and helpful
Seb
Seb, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 Apr, 2026
Clean room, friendly staff, good customer service
Rocky
Rocky, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 Mar, 2026
The room was very clean and staff was very friendly and eager to help
Morgan
Morgan, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 Mar, 2026
Great location. Close to Kyoto station.
Loren
Loren, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
30 Jan, 2026
Amazing hotel. Our room was beautiful and close walking distance to the station + other restaurants.
Monica
Monica, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
10 Dec, 2025
Very nice staff and nice location.
Wai Shan
Wai Shan, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 Dec, 2025
In all aspects, excellent staff, clean room and great amenities
Venkata
Venkata, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
4 Dec, 2025
The room was pretty nice, and the staff was amazing, not to mention the shuttle service made traveling easy.
Felix
Felix, 6-night trip
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8/10 Very good
11 Dec, 2025
Staff was nice and held our bags after checkout!
Vivian
Vivian, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 Nov, 2025
Very clean rooms
Breakfast buffet had good choices. Views from the rooftop restaurant were amazing.
Seema
Seema, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
7 Dec, 2025
Hotel is very well maintained despite being more than 50 years old. Parking very convenient and staff was very attentive.
Low
Low, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
14 Nov, 2025
Conveniently close to train station for easy on/off for touring
Mary
Mary, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 Oct, 2025
Very friendly staff. Enjoyed my stay. I liked how it was close to everything including the train station. Their buffet has great variety. Would stay again!
Jocelyn
Jocelyn, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
11 Nov, 2025
We ended up getting the the corner room and the view was beautiful and there breakfast in the morning 10/10 room was really clean it’s by far the best hotel I have ever stayed in
Alexsandra
Alexsandra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
27 Sept, 2025
Excellent stay. Staff very friendly. Good food at buffet.
Tanya
Tanya, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 Nov, 2025
Overall exquisite experience staying here. The room was beautiful and very spacious. The dining options were delicious and abundant. Relatively close walk to the main station. I would definitely recommend staying here.
Kurtt
Kurtt, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
8 Sept, 2025
It's very good staying at this hotel. Everyone who's working in this hotel are very friendly and providing a great service.
Rebekah
Rebekah, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
7 Oct, 2025
Good convenient property. Friendly staff.
Rohit
Rohit, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 Dec, 2025
Rooms are big. The shuttle service to the station is awesome.
Lanz
Lanz, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
6 Oct, 2025
Great location near the station. Lovely big room
Grant
Grant, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
13 Jan, 2026
Clean room
GEORGE
GEORGE, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
5 Sept, 2025
Location - very close to the main train/metro station. Shuttle bus from hotel to the station was a big bonus.
Wai
Wai, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
5 Feb, 2026
Yes staff was very curtioidr.
The breakfast buffet was priivu for the availability the pancakes and other items that are expected to be warm were out on plated no shaders or warming plates
Susana
Susana, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
23 Jan, 2026
Room was clean and fairly wide, staff was very fast and attentive, i got lounge coupons but didnt see any amenities that stood out. Shuttle was pretty useful but to walk around or to the station was inconveniently located.
Orlando
Orlando, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 Dec, 2025
Very flash hotel for the price we paid, so many amenities and got our room upgraded for free which was a bonus. Friendly staff, and very clean hotel. Perfect location 5 min walk to Kyoto Station, they offer a shuttle to the station every 20 mins as well. To save on rubbish they provide a self serve water and ice machine on every floor and provide a bottle and an ice bucket which I thought was very cool