The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto

5.0 star property
5-star luxury hotel near Kawaramachi Street

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Lunch and dinner served, Japanese cuisine
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Property amenity
Suite, 2 Twin Beds, Garden View (Terrace) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Suite, 2 Twin Beds, City View (Corner) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Kamogawa Nijo-Ohashi Hotori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 604-0902
  • Place, Kiyamachi Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Nishiki Market
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)

Room options

Suite, 1 King Bed, River View (Corner)

  • 1076 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 538 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Grand Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 592 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View (Terrace)

  • 667 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Twin Beds, Garden View (Terrace)

  • 667 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Suite, 2 Twin Beds, City View (Corner)

  • 1076 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, River View (Corner)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1237 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, River View

  • 1356 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

  • 1506 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View

  • 699 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

  • 538 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite, 2 Double Beds, River View

  • 1356 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Courtyard View

  • 667 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

Grand Room, 1 King Bed, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 592 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Kyoto hotel, you'll find Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley. Nishiki Market and Nijō Castle are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Kiyamachi Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kawaramachi Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Pontocho Alley - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Teramachi Street - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Jingu-marutamachi Station - 6 min walk
  • Shiyakusho-mae Station - 6 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chapter The Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪カヌレ - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Locanda/The Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪たけむら - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪赤垣屋 - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto

5-star luxury hotel near Kawaramachi Street
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a sauna. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

A fitness center, spa services, and a garden are also featured at the luxury The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto. For a fee, parking is available.

This 5-star Kyoto hotel is smoke free.

  • 134 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto offers 134 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and espresso makers. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include complimentary newspapers, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. In-room massages, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

The Ritz-Carlton Spa has 7 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

Awards and affiliations

The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto is listed in the 2021 Travel + Leisure 500.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Valet parking on site (JPY 4,000 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: JPY 8,223 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
A scheduled power outage will take place on February 12, 2025 from 2:00 AM to 4:45 AM, and February 13, 2025 from 2:00 AM to 4:45 AM.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from January 26 2026 to January 31 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Sauna
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for JPY 12000 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 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.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately JPY 8223 per person
  • Valet parking fee: JPY 4000 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: JPY 12000 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.

Property is also known as

Kyoto Ritz-Carlton
Ritz-Carlton Hotel Kyoto
Ritz-Carlton Kyoto
Ritz-Carlton Kyoto Hotel
The Ritz Carlton Kyoto
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto Hotel
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto Kyoto
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto Hotel Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto to the airport?

The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto is 31.8 mi (59-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto?

As of Jan 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto on Feb 7, 2026 start from $797.63, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto.

Does The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of JPY 8223 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for JPY 4000 per day.

Does The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto have a pool?

The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto features an indoor pool. The pool will be unavailable from January 26 2026 to January 31 2026 (dates subject to change).

Does The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto have a restaurant?

The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto is home to Mizuki, which features Japanese cuisine.

Does The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at The Ritz-Carlton Spa, where you can enjoy body treatments, facials, and Swedish massages.

How close is The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto to downtown Kyoto?

The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto is 0.2 mi away from Kyoto.

The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 201 out of 243 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 243 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 243 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 243 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 243 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ayman

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful property combines the Japanese traditional charm with modern amenities and comfort. Staff exceptionally helpful and providing highest level of service. I cannot recommend this hotel enough .. it is an experience to be enjoyed
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

dicun

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unbelievable. No better atmosphere, service or quality at any other hotel in Kyoto.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Janis

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This hotel doesn’t have what other hotels have of this quality…they don’t have shuttles, they don’t have complimentary coffee or tea, or really Anything complimentary…this is a very formal hotel, we will not stay here again very disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and property are beautiful. First time in Kyoto but location is perfect for gion and other areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wesley P

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
In the true Ritz-Carlton tradition, the R-C Kyoto upholds the highest standards of customer service and provides a 5 star facility. We asked for help from the concierge regarding a tour guide and what to see and he responded with great advice and helped us make a great connection.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nyan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will rate this hotel as 4.5 stars rather than perfect 5 stars. The minor complaints are the breakfast and the location. The Japanese breakfast here is not as flavorful as the one I have in Tokyo (another 5 stars hotel). The location is far away from high end shopping malls and the surrounding area looks like a very average neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward, coral gables

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Omer

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hidden gem
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Kyoto Ritz is a beautiful hotel. First class in every respect. Exactly what you would expect from a five star property.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eli

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Truly exceptional- one of the best 5* hotels I’ve stayed in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sucheta

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The service and staff were the absolute best! I will definitely visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sophy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful. Great service
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gio, Tokyo

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just brilliant. service, restaurant, cafe, spa, everything is perfect. definitely I'm coming back soon
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Incredible hotel and location minutes away from all the subway and temples. Staff was exceptional. 10/10.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Aesthetics. Gorgeous decor, flawless. Great lighting.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Kyoto

Great hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location (shops and restaurants with 10-15min walk), great staff, and great hotel overall. The food was really good (sushi).
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dietmar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019