5 star hotels in Kyoto

The location is convenient, and the hotel staff are warm and thoughtful. I really liked it and will definitely come again next time! (The previous review was already very detailed, so I'm just leaving a quick comment as I saw a pending review here. I'll definitely be back next time I visit Kyoto!)

Traveling to Kyoto with my family, choosing to stay here was definitely the right decision. The hotel offers a shuttle service to and from Kyoto Station, which is incredibly convenient. The buffet breakfast is on the 17th floor, offering lovely views of Higashiyama and the Kamo River. The breakfast spread is quite extensive and the quality is good.

Hotel Okura Kyoto was the most pleasant surprise of our entire trip. First off, you can walk directly into the hotel from the subway. After getting off the subway, you enter a shopping mall, and the walk from the mall to the hotel has a very upscale feel to it. The hotel staff were incredibly welcoming; we weren't sure how to get to the lobby for check-in from a shop in the mall, and a staff member...

We recommended this hotel to all kinds of travelers from nearby beautiful places and shopping areas spacious room, delicious meals and good services

Beautiful and very hospitality hotel

Top end hotel of all we tried while traveling around Japan. Large room, spacious bathroom, good quality beds and pillows. Convenient central Kyoto location, next to subway station and in close proximity to many local attractions. If you a keen runner, there is a beautiful run and walking route around the river and map is provided by hotel. Breakfast was reasonable prices with good verity of both...

The room facilities are relatively new. The hotel's 7th-floor courtyard is a nice place for a walk. Rooms facing inward overlook the courtyard, and with the window open, you can hear the sound of flowing water. The red leaves in autumn are absolutely beautiful.

The hotel has a pick-up point in Kyoto, and it's also a convenient 3-5 minute walk from Keage subway station, right next to Nanzen-ji Temple – a peaceful oasis amidst the bustle. The hotel facilities are excellent, and the rooms, renovated a few years ago, are well-maintained. Amenities are plentiful, with a thoughtful selection of various cups. You can access beautiful gardens directly from the hotel...

The hotel service was excellent, truly a luxury experience. It has a swimming pool, gym, and hot springs, all of which we thoroughly enjoyed during our two-day stay. A big plus is the free shuttle service to and from Kyoto Metro Station, which was incredibly convenient. The shuttle even makes free stops at attractions along the way, which was super handy. The hotel is also less than two kilometers...

The Junior Suite is great! The room is spacious with a fabulous countryside and temple view, the welcoming snacks and water are warm and sweet. Shuttle Bus service and Family Mart is convenient. Cake shop and Club Lounge offered wide variety of food and drinks. Overall it’s a pleasant stay, will definitely come back again. Hopefully can get a higher floor next time :) :) p.s As a shopaholic that...

queit location to enjoy the authenticity of kyoto. it has everything we need, a well equipped gym, good size indoor pool and a hotpring spa. breakfast is very good. we had a room with terrace overlooking the city. beautiful and elegant. will be back!

It’s definitely the most remarkable New Year’s Eve experience we ever had, from the city luggage service, shuttle bus to the trail within the hotel. Food wasn’t just good it’s great we will come back and stay longer next time !

Spacious room, good coffee and tea making facilities. Super handy location for main Kyoto train station.

Good location, can walk to Kyoto station 3 minutes, nice hotel , clean and cozy place. The hotel is expensive but does not include onsen services, have to pay extra.

this hotel provided us with a top quality service and the rooms are super huge. Gym has plenty of machines and weights. Breakfast was amazing as well. 1 minute away from Kyoto station to top it all off.

The hotel's location is fantastic! The design is also very modern and forward-thinking. The front desk and concierge staff were all incredibly enthusiastic and always attentive to whether we needed any assistance. It was a very satisfying stay. We stayed in Japan for 7 nights and switched between 3 hotels, and this was by far the most satisfying five-star hotel experience!

Hotel was very sophisticated and clean. The staff was very friendly and welcoming. We would definitely stay here again.

Excellent service, convenient location, extremely well designed interior

It was a great location and the staffs were wonderful and please do try the breakfast. The food quality was spectacular.

I stayed here 10 years ago. The hotel looked exactly the same. It is a little bit on the old school side, but everything is clean and impeccable. The first day I arrived I had a stomach issue and the hotel was really kind and helped send fresh ginger tea up to my room and requested. They went out out of their way to find me fresh ginger. The second day I strained my back from lifting heavy luggage...

Great service, clean and tidy.

Spacious room and excellent service from everyone. Feels like living in a garden

Facilities: Good Cleanliness: Good Environment: Good Service: Excellent

The room met our expectations, and the location is great, right behind Sanjusangendo Temple.

Beautiful scenery, excellent location.

The hotel was pretty good overall. Its location is excellent, very close to Sanjusangendo Temple. The front desk staff, a lovely lady from China, was very thoughtful and helpful. The only minor drawback was that our room was quite a long walk from the elevator, which was a bit annoying.

This hotel is great in every season, except for the breakfast, which was a bit disappointing.

Facilities: Very good Cleanliness: Cleaned very well every day Ambience: Great location, I like the hotel design Service: Initially, the service was okay, but I felt a lack of responsibility. I forgot to pick up my child's allergy medicine when I left the hotel on Tuesday. They called and promised to ship it to Four Seasons Osaka the next day at the latest. They called on Thursday afternoon and were...

The environment is very good. Most of the service staff are Southeast Asians. Their service is not as meticulous as that of the Japanese, but it is also very good.

The hotel is nice. However, the weather was not so good. The hotel is not too far from Kyoto station but not close to any major attractions by walking.  Terrence is comfortable with a nice view over the garden and Japanese not call amenities. Maiko performance are available on Tuesdays and Sundays. Food is good. 

Nice environment and big room in Japan. Also, the staff is helpful

New hotel with very nice and new room.

The Duji restaurant is excellent!

The hotel's location is excellent, right across from Nijo Castle. The staff are quite friendly, but it feels like this might be Mitsui Fudosan's first foray into such a high-end luxury hotel, as the overall system operation seems a bit unrefined. In particular, one older gentleman at the Italian restaurant, who seemed to be from the head office, really dropped the ball on service. The hotel design...

An absolute must-stay for maximum indulgence and relaxation. Love the private onsen spa! It's a delightful stay with a marvelous location.

The staffs were really helpful and kind. Breakfast was good. Parking was easy with valley parking available. We did however got complaints when kids were being kids in the room. I didn’t think the kids were making excessive noise though. Overall good, but a bit pricy.

Very good hotel. Room a bit small as per the standard here. I can rate room as 4+ to 5 stars level. However, location is a bit poor. Quote a walking distance to the main attentions.

Newly opened hotel, close to Dongshan. The environment is absolutely superb, especially the garden view from inside. The service attitude is excellent. Highly recommend staying here, it offers good value for money. The room's overall decor is simple yet elegant.

We had a very comfortable stay during a short holiday. The hotel has a calm and high-quality atmosphere, and everything was clean, modern, and well maintained. Breakfast was excellent and clearly above average, especially the Japanese selection with wagyu shabu-shabu. The location is convenient while still being in a quiet area. Service was smooth and professional throughout. Would definitely stay...

The room is quite spacious, and the transportation is very convenient, with a subway station not far away. The most convenient part is the hotel's shuttle bus, which departs for Kyoto Station at 55 minutes past the hour, making it easy to explore nearby attractions. It returns from Kyoto Station at 25 minutes past the hour. The driver was very steady and polite. The breakfast was especially good; the...

Very quiet business hotel away from kyoto station. The breakfast has limited choices. Otherwise, quite a standard 4 stars hotel.

Very quiet business hotel away from kyoto station. The breakfast has limited choices. Otherwise, quite a standard 4 stars hotel.

The location is absolutely perfect! For tourists, Shijo Kawaramachi is the best base. There are two taxi stands right downstairs, Takashimaya is next door, and many attractions and shopping streets are within walking distance. The Good Nature Station downstairs is also great for browsing. The room was clean, and it has wooden floors, so you need to take off your shoes. They thoughtfully provided both...

Very clean very convenient hotel. Will definitely come back to this hotel when I return to Kyoto.

Love the Modern design of this hotel. Got a free upgrade.Very convenient location in the heart of shopping area

The location is spot on. It's incredibly handy for getting around, with everything right on your doorstep. You've got loads of shops and places to explore nearby, so you're never short of things to do😊 Brilliant ! housekeeping did a cracking job. It’s a proper eco-friendly spot, they give you a reusable water bottle to use during your stay, which is dead handy for carrying around while you're out...

Absolutely amazing hotel in the middle of everything we loved it

Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good

The front desk staff speaks fluent English, and there were quite a few Western guests during my stay. For the cherry blossom season, the value for money was pretty good. The room was relatively spacious compared to other Japanese hotels. Rooms facing the street can be a bit noisy late at night. Breakfast leans towards a Western style. It's very close to the subway, just a short walk to the Kamo River...

Amazing service, their english was excellent and everyone was incredibly thoughtful! Best place we stayed on our trip!

Perfect stay ! Very clean very convenient and the location perfect!! It’s so close to everywhere ! Service is amazing the spa is so nice ! Chie made my body stress relief by the spa.

Absolutely great hotel with such a nice interiour design, very helpful and nice staff and great, spacious room. we even got a free room upgrade. breakfast was delicious and had a nice athmosphere. there is free coffee available in the lobby which is also a very nice extra. we fully enjoyed our stay here. location could not be better, many sightseeing spots in walkable distance and subway is just around...

The decor is very stylish, but the bedding isn't great. The 'super king size bed' is actually two beds pushed together, and there's a big gap in the middle. We had to squeeze with our child on one side, which was really cramped. Plus, the bedding was too soft and offered no support, leaving me with a sore back for all three days of our stay.

Stayed here for 3 nights. The hotel was aesthetically pleasing with its decoration. The welcome drink was pleasantly served as well. The staff was friendly and helpful with our checking in process. They also provide luggage transfer services for you. The room was done up nicely and the metro was just one traffic light away. Overall, we had a awesome stay there. We got to see snow on our 2nd day!

Room is spacious although lighting a bit dark for our liking. Location and service excellent.

A Truly Exceptional Stay at The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto Our family had a wonderful experience at The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto, and we left with nothing but gratitude and happy memories. From the moment we arrived, the service was flawless and heartfelt — the kind of genuine hospitality that makes a trip feel truly special. A huge thank you to Cecilia and Vinnie from the Guest Experience team, who went above...

Check-in is conveniently done in the hotel room. The staff are professional and welcoming. The overall design of the hotel's public spaces is very comfortable.

The service was good. The first room I was given was a bit smelly, so I changed it to a new room. Then, because I was bothered by the cemetery view room, I was upgraded to a Kamogawa view room for free.

Great, because the hotel made this trip even better!

The service is excellent! The serve, food, room, and other items are impressive.

The room was great, the environment was very elegant and had a strong Japanese feel. The breakfast was also rich and the room was very clean. If I come to Kyoto again, I will choose this place again.

The hotel is a tranquil oasis amidst the hustle and bustle. The rooms are cozy, and the service is impeccable. There was a Chinese-speaking staff member who was incredibly nice and helped us with our check-in. All the hotel staff were warm and polite; everything was just perfect. Personally, I found it more comfortable than staying at an Aman, and it's a hotel I'll always look forward to. Oh, and although...

There's a cemetery nearby. I wonder if it's the war criminal graveyard mentioned on Xiaohongshu. Just thinking about it gives me the creeps.

Great location, great service.

**Facilities:** The hotel is relatively new and well-equipped. The amenities provided are the standard Le Labo products, as is customary with Park Hyatt. **Ambiance:** The setting is quite tranquil, and with few guests, it offers excellent privacy. However, the lighting at night is a bit dim, which can feel a little eerie. **Service:** Service was decent.

The room was spotless and well-equipped. Every corner is picture-perfect, and stepping out, you're right in the scenic area, making a leisurely stroll incredibly relaxing. I absolutely loved my stay here, and the service was excellent. The only slight disappointment was the breakfast; it felt rather basic. Considering I paid nearly 10,000 RMB, it was outrageous to be charged hundreds extra just to...

Fantastic hotel with very attentive staff, a wonderful location and spectacular rooms

It’s so wonderful and natural view. Feeling relax and I love it.

Very good, I liked the hotel's atmosphere.

The service was great and the location was just perfect. I love everything about this hotel. Especially the thermal pool right outside the door.

The room was very spacious and comfortable, and the service was attentive. The in-room bathtub was also very comfortable, and the outdoor pool was a natural hot spring; unfortunately, I didn't bring my swimsuit to try it out. Every corner offered a beautiful view. The breakfast was also very plentiful.

Facilities: The facilities are new and user-friendly, with a built-in hot tub. Cleanliness: Very clean. Environment: Located in a quiet mountain corner, the environment is pleasant. Service: Excellent service.

I need to give a huge shoutout to this gem of a hotel. We have received the most amazing and compassionate service during our stay here. Shortly after my family checked in, we realized we had a lost a small tote bag. Hotel reception helped us to call a shopping center we had visited but no luck. We counted the tote bag as lost. I was surprised when later the same front desk personnel found me in the...

My wife and I are seasoned travelers--for both business and pleasure--and both agree that the Hotel Seiryu is one of the most unique and beautiful hotels we've ever visited. We were blown away by our room (with a view of the Yasaka Pagoda), and the staff are charming and welcoming. It's a lovely, quiet oasis within the Higashiyama Ward, and we look forward to another visit soon!

My wife and I just returned from our honeymoon at The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu, and we are still floating from the experience. This stunning property, beautifully restored from a historic school building, exceeded every expectation and made our stay in Kyoto truly magical. From the moment we arrived, the staff delivered impeccable, top-notch service that felt warm, attentive, and genuinely thoughtful...

We stayed here in 2023 and my husband and I still find ourselves reminiscing about it. It was such a beautiful hotel and an unforgettable experience. The location was perfect, right in the center of everything, with so many amazing spots in Kyoto within walking distance. The staff were incredibly kind and welcoming, and the food was outstanding. We would absolutely love to come back one day.

Having access to the Executive Lounge both before check-in and after check-out truly elevated the overall stay. The lounge offers a direct view of the pagoda, and being able to enjoy that scenery alongside the rare sight of snowfall in Kyoto made the experience especially memorable. The snacks in the lounge vary between morning and evening. My personal highlight was the self-serve matcha experience...

My stay at The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto exceeded expectations – the service and location are worth every penny. Staff were incredibly friendly and professional. They knew my name before I reached the front desk, helped with luggage instantly, and greeted me personally every time I entered/left. Truly thoughtful! Perfect Lounge: Loved the lounge! By day: Excellent Japanese teas (try the ice hojicha...

Overall it’s a very nice hotel. Centralized location.

For nearly 8,000 CNY a night, my high expectations were thoroughly dashed. 1. There was a noticeable difference in how the front desk treated foreign guests versus locals; during check-in, foreigners received an almost 'kneeling' level of deference. The hotel is small, and its only appeal comes from the scenery outside the teahouse. 2. The rooms are dated, minibar items were not complimentary, and...

Nice environment, with a private hot spring bath.

Very helpful when book restaurants for us. highly recommended.

The hotel is nested in a quiet corner, within walking distance of Sagaogurayama Tabuchiyamacho. Im however a bit disappointed with the limited facilites it offered when compared to the price we paid. We stayed in the Tsukinone Twin Room which is on the third floor of the building. The view is pleasant. The room is of decent size. Yet there were no public onsens. We need to pay YEN5000 for ...

The hotel service was top-notch, and the room facilities were excellent. Having tattoos, I opted for a room with a private hot spring, and the environment was wonderfully private and comfortable.

The terrace room has a stunning view of the garden and distant mountains! The welcome drink was also delicious! It's very quiet at night around here, and there aren't many streetlights, so there's not much to buy, but it's very relaxing!

The room was beautiful, spacious, and very comfortable. The breakfast was small but excellent. For a hotel in Japan, this one is very comfortable. It has a balcony where you can watch the stream, which is very relaxing. The location is also great.

unbeatable location, with the famous arabica coffee with 30 meters and 渡月桥 in 100 meter, and a well designed and artistic hotel

Muni hospitality, thoughtfulness can be felt in their service delivery, layout and design. We felt very comforting when the front desk officer Akemi Shibuta was concern due to our late arrival without any upfront notice that food options will be limited and sent us an email to check in on us. Also on our checked out date, they also accompanied us to outside of hotel lobby and sent us out. They ensured...

I absolutely loved the view from this place. The service was so-so, but the hotel itself was beautiful.

Love the design of the hotel, and view from 2nd floor room is simply awesome.

It's about a 5-minute walk from Takashimaya, making it very convenient to get to Osaka by bus. The hotel doesn't offer breakfast, but you can buy some bread nearby. There's also a microwave in the room. Overall, it's a good choice.

The location is great, directly facing the Kamogawa River. There are many restaurants just outside. The service is also very good, and champagne was given as a gift. The service staff all speak good English and are very nice. The room is clean and large, very suitable for our family of three.

I was fortunate to stay at this hotel, located right by the Kamogawa River, making it convenient for shopping and dining in Kawaramachi. The view of both sides of the Kamogawa River was breathtaking and the room was very comfortable. The room was spacious and the amenities were perfectly adequate. I couldn't fault it. The breakfast, with both Western and Japanese options, was delicious. The staff was...

The hotel is in a great location, quiet in a busy area, and you can enjoy the view of Kamogawa River from your room. The hotel has complete facilities, most importantly, a washing machine and dryer, which makes washing clothes very convenient.

The staff is very helpful, requesting help with reservations, receiving couriers is no problem. The room is located at the electric view port, but very quiet, cleaning in place E-mai asked questions and responded quickly.

Amazing luxury hotel in the best possible location south of Pontocho and across the bridge from Gion. A huge room with a terrace and a sparkling large bathroom with a shower, wooden tub, and river views. Fridge stocked with beer and soft drinks and a washer-dryer for longer stays. None of this comes cheap but go and enjoy.

Thoroughly enjoyed the serene escape. The hotel's facilities seamlessly blend with the natural environment, making for a truly relaxing stay. The staff lived up to Aman's standards – proactive, warm, and always remembered guests' names. Both the Japanese omakase and the Western dinner, as well as breakfast, were of high quality. The private onsen at the spa was a highlight, especially during sunrise

This hotel, a secluded gem, is a complete contrast to the Tokyo Aman. It's perfect for introverts, with very few rooms and not many guests, making it ideal for unwinding. The hotel offers plenty of activities, and the views are absolutely stunning. Highly recommended.

The hotel service was exceptionally good. I left something behind, and they delivered it to my new hotel first thing in the morning the next day.

The hotel environment is beautiful and very zen, nestled within a forest. When you open the room curtains, you're greeted with a view of the woods. There are many activities to choose from at the hotel, and breakfast is incredibly rich and varied.

Aman Kyoto gave me a feeling of calm and tranquility. I received lovely little surprises like complimentary snacks and champagne from the hotel. The Japanese cuisine at Taka-an is definitely worth trying – it's exquisite and absolutely delicious.

The most beautiful secret garden, the whole vibe is quiet and meditative. Although the hotel isn't huge, it has a strong wild, mountaintop feel, and the air is incredibly fresh. The service is absolutely exceptional. From breakfast and afternoon tea/wine to the matcha time at the Tea House, everyone patiently explains each ingredient. I particularly recommend dinner at the Aman restaurant; each chef...

This Ryokan has no other facilities other than the suite with a bedroom and a sitting room. The bathroom is divided into two with an appealing cedar bath tub in one and the sink and toilet in the other. There is just a Reception . The garden for our room was individual . Especially because of Momiji the Japanese garden view was typical and magical . The suite had a lot of charm . The day Receptionist...

Such lovely people but so crowded. Very interesting and safe but best to get out of the big cities if you can. Because of the crowds I won’t be returning but it certainly was an experience to remember. Very friendly and caring people always willing to help.

Very good experience Beautiful traditional Japanese garden

Amazing stay. This was our first time experience at a Ryokan and we loved it. It was such a serene place, we loved it. The tea when we arrived, the hot bath, the traditional breakfast, the amazing gardens, what a great place! Tiger was an amazing host… we would highly recommend and will definitely stay there again if we come back to Kyoto.

The absolutely most amazing place I have ever spent the night in. The space itself has been renovated just enough to contemporize it to today's standards. Any more and it would take away from how beautiful and rooted the space is. As with many places in Japan - no detail has been left aside. However, Genhouin has taken the time to think each detail through in such a cohesive manner. You are gently...

10/10. Truly amazing experience, we stayed for one night for my birthday, it was our first experience with a traditional ryokan hotel. We thought it could be a bit overwhelming with all the rules we read about at ryokans, but turned out it was not that hard, as the hosts were extremely nice, helpful and welcoming. Can't really say enough about the design/aesthetics of the interior and the view to a...