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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.

A
Adeline
From
Switzerland
It’s location close to everything but still in a more quiet area. The public baths!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,434 reviews
Price from
US$177.24
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.

J
Jiraporn
From
Thailand
Most of all, services of the hotel is superb. I had been there during Cherry blossom season, the hotel provided Cherry blossom news of the blooming everyday. Concierge team of the hotel was very attentive, they recommended and booked many good places to eat for us. Breakfast is very good with many choices in both buffet and a la carte menu, including some Thai food. I had dinner at Koyo, teppanyagi restaurant at the hotel, it was also very good cooking and reasonable price.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,447 reviews
Price from
US$278.19
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.

H
Hisham
From
Saudi Arabia
Amazing staff, amazing facilities, rooms are very big and wide. The private baths were to die for extremely relaxing I would definitely come back for the baths.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,288 reviews
Price from
US$194.73
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.

Y
YDEvans
From
United States
Friendly staff and tea time included with the room cost
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,228 reviews
Price from
US$199.82
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.

A
Alicja
From
Poland
Perfect place in the city center, the room was big, clean, breakfast was delicious, absolutely nothing to complain about
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4,243 reviews
Price from
US$194.67
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.

L
Leslie
From
Taiwan
I like the vibe the hotel provide for international travelers to experience both East and west style. The in-room dining experience is excellent with the very well thought mini bar for providing us a beautiful landing experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,221 reviews
Price from
US$325.45
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.

R
Richard
From
Australia
The property and stay was delightful. The staff, facilities and amenities were enjoyable to experience. The area was always central, and lots of pockets to explore.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,889 reviews
Price from
US$240.57
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, 2,545 reviews
Price from
US$285.49
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.

G
Greg
From
Poland
Super friendly staff Breakfasts in a private space with friends staying in the same hotel Possibility to eat own food from the market in a private space Location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,372 reviews
Price from
US$230.40
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.

G
Georgios
From
Greece
What an amazing property, everything was thought out, amazing space, amazing rooms and exceptional staff! Made our trip extra special!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,941 reviews
Price from
US$275.99
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,889 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,545 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4,243 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,920 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,228 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,434 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,421 reviews

Popular with guests booking five-star hotels in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,941 reviews

Great access to the city centre. Check these five-star hotels in Kyoto and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 656 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$475.22 per night

Kyoto Tokyu Hotel

Kyoto
Central location
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$394.54 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 19 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 73 reviews

Offering free WiFi and inner courtyard views, Kuraya Omiya Shimabara is an accommodation located in a central area of Kyoto, just 1.5 km from Kyoto Station and 1.5 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 322 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$990.57 per night

MOGANA

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 760 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$510.56 per night

THE HIRAMATSU KYOTO

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 102 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.

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$1,116.02 per night

Travelling by car? These five-star hotels in Kyoto and nearby offer free parking

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,421 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$420.88 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Right in the heart of Kyoto, situated within a short distance of Gion Shijo Station and Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, Maru Izumiyacho offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities...

From US$1,060.38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,510 reviews

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

From US$335.53 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$1,669.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 19 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$626.41 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews

Situated in Kyoto, 2.9 km from Kyoto Imperial Palace and 3.9 km from Heian Shrine, Yadoya Kyoto Shimogamo offers an open-air bath and air conditioning.

From US$458.19 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 74 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$916.64 per night

Set in Kyoto, 4.8 km from Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, Momoyama Onsen Tsukimikan offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

Enjoy breakfast in Kyoto and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 271 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...

From US$2,086.60 per night

Marufukuro

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 402 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$956.39 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 475 reviews

Boasting a terrace, a restaurant as well as a bar, Sora Niwa Terrace Kyoto Bettei is situated in the centre of Kyoto, 300 metres from Gion Shijo Station.

From US$940.27 per night

Hotel Granvia Kyoto

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,920 reviews

Ideally located within Kyoto Station, Hotel Granvia Kyoto boasts an indoor swimming pool, a fitness centre and 9 dining options. The hotel offers spacious rooms with chic décor and modern facilities.

From US$413.55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 514 reviews

Conveniently set in Kyoto, Tomoya Residence Hotel Kyoto provides an American breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property.

From US$515.46 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews

Located in Kyoto, Kyoto Machiya Kamogawa Gardens provides 5-star accommodation with private terraces. There is a private entrance at the holiday home for the convenience of those who stay.

Hilton Kyoto

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 336 reviews

Located in Kyoto, 800 metres from Samurai Kembu Kyoto, Hilton Kyoto provides accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

From US$476.81 per night

Dhawa Yura Kyoto

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,083 reviews

Situated in Kyoto and with Samurai Kembu Kyoto reachable within 200 metres, Dhawa Yura Kyoto features concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

From US$415.64 per night

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Avg. price/night: US$670.69
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,447 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$494.19
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,228 reviews
Nothing. FAKE 5 stars hotel.
Guest review by
CLARA
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$1,382.95
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 373 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