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Down duvets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

6 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; French cuisine

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Location
Amenities
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4-star hotel with 6 restaurants, near Kyoto Aquarium

8.6/10 Fabulous

1,196 verified Hotels.com guest reviews

Property highlights

Pool

Free parking

Free WiFi

Restaurant

Air conditioning

Gym

1 Taimatsu-cho, Shiokoji-sagaru, HigashiHorikawa-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8237

Main amenities

Daily housekeeping
6 restaurants and bar/lounge
Indoor pool
Breakfast available
Fitness centre
Room service
Coffee shop/cafe
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Front desk safe
ATM/banking services
Vending machine

For families

Children stay free
Fridge
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Lift
Minibar

Room options

About this area

What's nearby

In Central Kyoto
Kyoto Tower - 9 min walk
Nishiki Market - 33 min walk
Kawaramachi Street - 34 min walk
Nijō Castle - 38 min walk
Kiyomizu Temple - 42 min walk
Kyoto Aquarium - 1 min drive
To-ji Temple - 2 min drive
Sanjusangen-do Temple - 3 min drive
Shijo Street - 3 min drive
Yasaka Shrine - 5 min drive

Getting around

Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 48 min drive
Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.) - 77 min drive
Kyoto Station - 6 min walk
Toji Station - 12 min walk
Jujo Station - 20 min walk
Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station - 15 min walk
Kujo Station - 16 min walk
Gojo Station - 17 min walk

Restaurants

Kurasu - 2 min walk
Top of Kyoto - 1 min walk
All Day Dining Kaza - 3 min walk
COYOTE - 4 min walk
伊晃庵 - 2 min walk

About this property

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto puts you a short five-minute drive from Nishiki Market and Nijō Castle. The indoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Top of Kyoto, one of 6 restaurants, which serves French cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this upmarket hotel include a fitness centre and a bar/lounge. Fellow travellers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese, Korean

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property

Social distancing

Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff

Hand sanitiser provided

This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

489 rooms
Arranged over 14 floors

Arriving/Leaving

Check-in time from 2 PM until midnight
Check-out time is 11 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

Children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding

Pets

Pets not allowed

Internet

Free WiFi and wired Internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired Internet access in rooms

Parking

Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
On-site parking is limited

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 stay for free (see details)
Children's menu
Bed rails

What to do

Bike rentals nearby

Working away

Meeting rooms

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
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fitness centre
An indoor pool
Banquet hall

Accessibility

Braille/raised signage
Lift
Accessible bathroom (selected rooms)
In-room accessibility (selected rooms)
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

Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
Minibar
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 newspapers
Free WiFi and wired Internet
Phone

Food and drink

Fridge
Free tea bags/instant coffee

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.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out:

A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 200–1,000 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 3200 per person

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

The fitness facility is accessible for JPY 550 per person, per stay
Pool access available from 1:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility, and guests under 12 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool with adult supervision

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; guests are provided with hand sanitiser.

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.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Children 4-12 years old are allowed in the pool for a fee of JPY 540 per person, per stay and must be accompanied by an adult.

Also known as

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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.

What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto?

This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitiser, social distancing measures are in place and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.

Is there a pool at RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 1:30 PM to 8:30 PM.

Are pets allowed at RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto?

You can check in from 2 PM - 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. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a fitness centre.

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 Central Kyoto, a short 6-minute walk from Kyoto Station and 7 minutes' walk from Kyoto Aquarium. Travellers say that this hotel is in a good location.

8.6

Fabulous

8.9/10

Cleanliness

8.7/10

Staff & service

8.5/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.5/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Exceptional

4 June 2023

The hotel is further than I expect, but totally worth it! The service at front desk was incredible, room was comfortable for 4 people with a huge washroom and two sinks. I would stay here again!