RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

4.0 star property
Hotel with 6 restaurants, 7-minute walk to Kyoto Aquarium

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Premium Floor Suite Double, Non Smoking | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing
6 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; French cuisine
Exterior
Pool
Standard Triple Room | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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1 Taimatsu-cho, Shiokoji-sagaru, HigashiHorikawa-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8237
  • Place, Kyoto Tower
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Nishiki Market
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

Regular Floor Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Regular Floor Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2

Premium Floor Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Premium Floor Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Floor Japanese Style Suite Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Floor Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Floor Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3

Premium Floor Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3

Premium Floor Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Premium Floor Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3

Premium Floor Suite Twim

  • Sleeps 2

Hanakoji Floor Suite Twin

  • Sleeps 2

Hanakoji Floor Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

Executive Floor Semi Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Twin Room, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Executive Twin Room, Non Smoking (10th floor, Executive floor,22㎡)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Kyoto Style floor Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking (8th floor)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Premium floor Standard Twin, Non Smoking (9th floor)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Kyoto Style floor Superior Twin Room, Non Smoking (8th floor)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Executive Twin Room, Non Smoking (10th floor, Executive floor,27㎡)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Twin Room, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Kyoto Style floor Deluxe Twin Room, Non Smoking (8th floor)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Premium floor Deluxe Twin, Non Smoking (9th floor)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Executive Twin Room, Non Smoking (10th floor, Executive floor,30㎡)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Luxury Twin Room, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Twin room with TATAMI, Non-smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons

Japanese style Room Non-smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

Luxury Family room, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Beds

Kyoto Style floor Family Room Non Smoking (8th floor)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Kyoto Style floor Standard Double Room, Non Smoking (8th floor)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Premium floor Standard Double, Non Smoking (9th floor)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Executive Double Room, Non Smoking (10th floor, Executivefloor,22㎡)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Premium floor Deluxe Double, Non Smoking (9th floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Executive Double Room, Non Smoking (10th floor, Executive floor,30㎡)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Junior Suite, Non Smoking (10th floor, Executive floor,40㎡)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Executive Suite, Non Smoking (Japanese-style Twin Room,49㎡)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Premium floor Superior Twin Room, Non Smoking (9th floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Kyoto Style floor Suite Twin Non Smoking (53sqm/8th floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Premium Floor Suite Twin, Non Smoking

  • 807 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Executive Suite, Non Smoking (10th Floor, 79㎡)

  • 850 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Regular floor Suite Twin, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Regular floor Suite Double, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 570 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

KIRA KARACHO (KIN-UN)

  • 452 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

KIRA KARACHO (GIN-GETSU)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 452 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Twin (Hollywood Twin), Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(40 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Twin (Hollywood twin) Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Wide King Double, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Triple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

Superior Double Room, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Regular Floor Suite Twin

  • Sleeps 2

Regular Floor Suite Double

  • Sleeps 2

Regular Floor Luxury Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Hanakoji Floor Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Floor Executive Suite Twin

  • Sleeps 2

Regular Floor Supeior Hollywood Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3

Regular Floor Standard Hollywood Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2

Concept Twin Room Kira Karacho Gin Getus

  • Sleeps 2

Concept Twin Room Kira Karacho Kinun

  • Sleeps 2

Regular Floor Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 3

Regular Floor Wide King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Double Room, Non Smoking, Executive Level (10th floor, 20㎡)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Hanakoji Floor Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Hanakoji Floor Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3

Regular Floor Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3

Executive Floor Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Floor Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3

Executive Floor Junior Suite Twin

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Floor Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Located in Shimogyo Ward, RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as Kyoto Aquarium and Kyoto Tower. This 4-star hotel welcomes guests with 489 rooms and conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a 24-hour business center.

What's nearby

  • Kyoto Tower - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kawaramachi Street - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Nijō Castle - 7 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 7 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

  • Kyoto Station - 6 min walk
  • Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station - 15 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kurasu - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪COYOTE - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪TOP OF KYOTO - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪貝だし麺 きた田 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪ALL DAY DINING KAZA - ‬2 min walk

About this property

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

Hotel with 6 restaurants, 7-minute walk to Kyoto Aquarium
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto features free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour business center, and laundry facilities. Free parking is available if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and concierge services. Additional amenities include an ATM, a vending machine, and a water dispenser.
Guests can expect LCD TVs with cable channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds are dressed in down comforters and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Electric kettles, safes, and phones are also standard.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: JPY 4,048 per person
  • 6 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • All Day Dining KAZA
  • Gourmand Tachibana
  • Royal Ryuho
  • Tankuma Kitamise
  • Top of Kyoto

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 24-hour business center

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 14 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1969
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from January 5 2026 to January 8 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Fitness facilities
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for JPY 1650.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • 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.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 4048 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: JPY 1650.0 per night
  • Facilities fee: JPY 3300 per person and includes use of: swimming pool

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto?

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do near RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto?

This hotel is situated in Shimogyo Ward within a short 9-minute walk of Kyoto Tower and also 14 minutes on foot from Kawaramachi Street. You'll also find Shijo Street and Nishiki Market within a short drive.

Is there parking available at RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Does RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto include a casino?

No, RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel. Note though that pool facilities will be unavailable from January 5 2026 until January 8 2026 (subject to change).

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including in-room massages as well as a bar and 6 restaurants.

Are there hot tubs at RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto has 6 restaurants, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto.

Are there connecting rooms at RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto?

The closest major airport to RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto is Itami Airport (ITM), which is 29.5 mi away (46 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto.