“A chic property perfectly mixing traditional Japanese style with contemporary luxuries. Boasting a central location overlooking the river. Rooms are spacious and comfortable with windows framing the lush views, bonsai plants, modern bathrooms and traditional art. Ideal for exploring the city.”

Recommended for

  • City Style

    • A luxury property boasting a glorious spa, atmospheric bar and top-notch restaurants
  • Honeymoons

    • A sumptuous choice for well-heeled couples dreaming of a honeymoon in the city
  • Museums

    • Visit the Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art, which holds an extensive collection of contemporary works
  • Views

    • Set alongside the Kamogawa River, offering superb city views
  • Other Activities

    • Experience the delicate art of a traditional tea ceremony.
  • Sights nearby

    • Make a trip to see the 15th century Ginkaku-ji temple.
  • Downtown

  • Quiet

  • Family Suites

  • Local markets

  • Designer

  • Romantic

  • Yoga

  • Learning

  • Hotel Entertainment

  • Opulent

  • Good wine list

  • Lively area

  • Spa

  • Grand Hotel

  • Restaurant

  • Great walks

  • Artworks

  • Cycling

  • Landmark

  • Chic

  • Gym

  • Child friendly

  • Business Hotel

  • Air conditioning

  • 5* Luxury

  • Wellbeing

  • Traditional

  • Designer Shopping

  • Contemporary

  • Luxury

  • Close to nightlife

Facilities

  • Rooms

    117 rooms in this hotel
  • Parking

    Charges apply.
  • Swimming Pool

    Indoor pool.
  • Bath robes

  • No pets

  • Safe

  • Shops

  • Family Suites

  • Bar

  • Airport transfer

  • Business Centre

  • Walking distance restaurants

  • Meeting Room

  • Cots available

  • Massage

  • Wifi

  • Bicycle hire

  • Good wine list

  • Babysitting

  • Room service

  • Spa

  • Restaurant

  • Gym

  • Child friendly

  • Suites

  • Hot Tub

  • Concierge

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • In room music system

  • Air conditioning

Activities

  • Museums

    • Visit the Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art, which holds an extensive collection of contemporary works
  • Theatre

    • Watch a Kabuki show, a unique form of Japanese theatrical art
  • Other Activities

    • Experience the delicate art of a traditional tea ceremony.
  • Sights nearby

    • Make a trip to see the 15th century Ginkaku-ji temple.
  • Yoga

  • Learning

  • Hotel Entertainment

  • Local markets

  • Great walks

  • Cycling

  • Designer Shopping

  • Close to nightlife

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Other reviews

Ritz Carlton Kyoto

Inspired by the concept of a ‘luxury ryokan’ (a traditional Japanese inn), this hotel is likely to attract Western visitors who want a taste of cultural Kyoto without having to sleep on a futon on the floor.

Originally published by The Telegraph

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