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The best five-star hotels in Kyoto

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Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

Hotel in Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER features a fitness centre, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Kyoto. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, a concierge service and free WiFi.

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David Shack
From
Qatar
This is simply one of the best hotels I stayed in.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,354 reviews
Price from
US$259.78
1 night, 2 adults

Dusit Thani Kyoto

Hotel in Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

Located in Kyoto and with Kyoto Station reachable within less than 1 km, Dusit Thani Kyoto provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a bar.

I
Ivan
From
Serbia
very beautiful environment, amazing food
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,409 reviews
Price from
US$288.23
1 night, 2 adults

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

Hotel in Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

In a prime location in the centre of Kyoto, Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho is within 1.7 km of Kyoto Station and 1.8 km of TKP Garden City Kyoto.

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Supattra
From
Canada
It was a good experience. The facility is great and the hotel is beautiful and clean. My family enjoyed it greatly. The private onsen is definitely worth the visit. The longue was also a good amentity to have. Overall, very great experience
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,260 reviews
Price from
US$187.93
1 night, 2 adults

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto

Hotel in Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto

Attractively situated in Kyoto, The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers a bar.

C
Camilla
From
Spain
Very modern hotel with great facilities in great location just 1 minute away from subway station. Very spacious rooms. Can highly recommend
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,170 reviews
Price from
US$207.04
1 night, 2 adults

The Gate Hotel Kyoto Takasegawa by Hulic

Hotel in Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto

The Gate Hotel Kyoto Takasegawa by Hulic features a restaurant, fitness centre, a bar and shared lounge in Kyoto.

N
Nóra
From
Hungary
Walking distance from the main sights, extremely helpful staff, amazing breakfast, free snacks in the lounge area.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4,214 reviews
Price from
US$260.52
1 night, 2 adults

Ace Hotel Kyoto

Hotel in Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto

Ace Hotel Kyoto features free bikes, fitness centre, a garden and terrace in Kyoto.

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Siri Birgitte
From
Norway
Very good location in a great area of Kyoto. Walking distance to many excellent restaurants, good shops, and sights and very close to public transportation.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,209 reviews
Price from
US$337.20
1 night, 2 adults

GOOD NATURE HOTEL KYOTO

Hotel in Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

GOOD NATURE HOTEL KYOTO has a fitness centre, garden, a restaurant and bar in Kyoto. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.

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SUYEON
From
Indonesia
The room condition was great and spacious. We were with my 6 year-old son and only booked a wide double bed which was huge enough for three of us, but they provided us with an extra single bed at no cost which we appreciated very much. Also during the stay it was our wedding anniversary, and they prepared a present. How sweet of them!! This is new hotel, so all facilities are clean and well maintained. The location was perfect, we could walk to Bontoncho, Simo gawa, Nishiki Market and other places without any hassle. We definitely would stay here again when we come back to Kyoto. Thank you all staff at Good Nature Hotel for your warm and kind hospitality!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,881 reviews
Price from
US$249.25
1 night, 2 adults

THE THOUSAND KYOTO

Hotel in Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

The Thousand Kyoto features air-conditioned rooms with satellite flat-screen TV in the Shimogyo Ward district of Kyoto.

C
Chen
From
South Africa
Loved everything! Sooo conveniently located. Lots of bus routes and trains. The Shinkansen station is also there. Very big room and bathroom. Amazing water pressure and water is hot instantly. Such good showers ahhhh. Also love the PJs they give and if you need anything, a robot will deliver it to your room. Staff is so friendly and helpful. Breakfast was fantastic as well. I’m so sad to be leaving this hotel!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,500 reviews
Price from
US$290.06
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Alza Kyoto

Hotel in Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Awarded two pavilions by the Michelin Guide 2020, Hotel Alza Kyoto is situated near the Kamo River and within Gion District, a 2-minute walk from Sanjo Station.

F
Francisco
From
France
The river view from the room! The location..friendly staff and delicious breakfast! Comfortable room!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,356 reviews
Price from
US$246.19
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion

Hotel in Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Open from September 2017, The Celestine Kyoto Gion is set in Kyoto, a 10-minute walk from Gion-Shijo Station. Guests can walk to Kiyomizu-dera Temple in 15 minutes from the property.

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Shah
From
United Kingdom
The location is fantastic! In the heart of Gion and close walking distance to the main temples/ shines / gardens / cute shopping streets and bars. Four Seasons and Six Senses are both in another part and much more commercial and busy - doesn’t feel as authentic as this hotel’s location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,860 reviews
Price from
US$315.23
1 night, 2 adults
All five-star hotels in Kyoto

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When the accommodation is just as important as the destination, a five-star stay should give that extra ‘wow’ factor as you enter the lobby. As well as offering the kind of service to make you feel like royalty, you’ll usually find highly rated on-site spas, gourmet restaurants and top-of-the-line beds you won’t want to get out of.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,352 reviews

    Conveniently located a 7-minute walk from JR Kyoto Train Station, RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto is renovated in September 2016 and features 8 restaurants.

    From US$455.48 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,498 reviews

    Hotel Okura's elegant rooms boast spectacular views of Kyoto against the backdrop of the Higashiyama Mountains.

    From US$595.32 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

    Attractively situated in the centre of Kyoto, Kyo no Ondokoro NISHIJIN VILLA #5 offers a terrace, air conditioning, free WiFi and flat-screen TV.

    From US$922.35 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

    Nestled in Kyoto, this private holiday home is about a 2-minute walk from the renowned Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine. Guests benefit from free WiFi and private parking available on-site.

    From US$705.32 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

    Aoi Suites at Nanzenji Modern & Traditional Japanese Style is an entirely non-smoking villa located in the Sakyo Ward district of Kyoto, 200 metres from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji.

    From US$1,729.40 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

    Located in Kyoto, 3.5 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, Hotel Utano Kyoto Besho provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.

    From US$387.93 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews

    Set in Kyoto, 1.4 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple, ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts by Hilton offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

    From US$890.67 per night
  • moksa

    Kyoto
    Free parking
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 321 reviews

    Situated in Kyoto, 200 metres from Ruriko-in Temple, moksa features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers luggage storage space.

    From US$474.74 per night

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  • Kuraya Kamigojocho

    Kyoto
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews

    Kuraya Kamigojocho is a 100-year old traditional Japanese townhouse with a charming garden and modern electronic facilities. The holiday home is a 10-minute walk from Tambaguchi Station.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 647 reviews

    Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Nakagyo Ward district of Kyoto, Homm Stay Nagi Shijo Kyoto By Banyan Group is 1.4 km from Kyoto International Manga Museum.

    From US$421.17 per night
  • Kyoto Tokyu Hotel

    Kyoto
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,887 reviews

    Just 5 minutes from Kyoto Station on the free shuttle, Kyoto Tokyu Hotel features 3 restaurants, a bar and a fitness gym. The modern rooms have Tempur comfort pillows and a satellite LCD TV.

    From US$306.73 per night
  • Kyoto Machiya Fukune

    Kyoto
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 321 reviews

    Situated in Kyoto, 500 metres from Kyoto International Manga Museum,Kyoto Machiya Fukune is an accommodation with a garden. The accommodation has a hot tub.

    From US$1,052.76 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

    Offering a sun terrace and views of the garden, Kiraku Kyoto Aneyakoji is situated in Kyoto in the Kyoto Region, 600 metres from Kyoto International Manga Museum.

  • MOGANA

    Kyoto
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 751 reviews

    Conveniently set in the centre of Kyoto, MOGANA provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, private parking and room service. This 5-star hotel offers a bar.

    From US$712.11 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews

    Featuring 5-star accommodation, Garrya Nijo Castle Kyoto is situated in Kyoto, 1.1 km from Kyoto International Manga Museum and 2.1 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall.

    From US$1,122.41 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 268 reviews

    Located in Kyoto, 700 metres from Kyoto International Manga Museum, HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa provides accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a garden and...

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

    Featuring a private open-air bath and garden view, YADORU KYOTO HANARE Mizunoe No Yado is located in the centre of Kyoto.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews

    Set only 1.5 km from Nijo Castle, YADORU KYOTO HANARE Kanade No Yado is a 5-star property well situated in the centre of Kyoto.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

    Set only 200 metres from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, 季楽 京都 凛葩 Kiraku Kyoto Rinpa is a 5-star property in a prime location in the centre of Kyoto.

  • THE HIRAMATSU KYOTO

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews

    Located in the Nakagyo Ward district, THE HIRAMATSU KYOTO provides a bar. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi.

    From US$793.49 per night
  • Fauchon Hotel Kyoto

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 400 reviews

    Boasting a fitness centre, a restaurant as well as a bar, Fauchon Hotel Kyoto is set in the centre of Kyoto, 800 metres from Gion Shijo Station.

    From US$677.25 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews

    Featuring a private open-air bath and garden view, Umeyu no yado by YADORU KYOTO HANARE is located in a central area of Kyoto.

    From US$486.37 per night
  • Marufukuro

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 394 reviews

    Marufukuro features free bikes, fitness centre, a garden and shared lounge in Kyoto. With a bar, the property also has a spa and wellness centre, as well as massage services.

    From US$972.15 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

    Located only 600 metres from Kyoto International Manga Museum, ANJIN Gosho Ebisugawa is a 5-star property well located in the centre of Kyoto.

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  • Avg. price/night: US$569.66
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,409 reviews
    We don’t often stay in ‘nice hotels’ so this was such a treat. The service is truly 5 stars. The hotel itself feels very luxurious through every touch. It was nice to have the swimming pool as being Summer and Aussies, we had missed being able to have a splash. Tattoos needed to be covered up, but it was open all day without reservations which was great compared to other hotels. Our view overlooked a Temple, the Kyoto Tower and some mountains. Room was spacious. Location good, close enough walk to Kyoto station. We didn’t dine onsite.
    Guest review by
    Courtney
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$703.97
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,170 reviews
    Nothing. FAKE 5 stars hotel.
    Guest review by
    CLARA
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$1,379.42
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 375 reviews
    This hotel was a treat to ourselves on our long trip and it certainly lived up to expectations. I didn’t give 5 stars for comfort as we chose the futon bed for the incredible suite with the wooden soaking tub, so not the most comfy bed but that was my fault!
    Guest review by
    Amanda
    Young couple