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Horikawa Shiokoji Shimogyo K
KYOTO 600-8237, JAPAN
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- Price Range:
Top end
- Neighbourhood:
Shimogyo-ku
- Atmosphere:
Opulent and Low-key
Lonely Planet Review
Famous for its rooftop restaurant, this massive hotel has a swimming pool and several good restaurants. With both Japanese- and Western-style rooms, it caters to well-heeled travellers from around the globe.
Part of a well-known chain, the Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto is one of Kyoto's most famous top-end hotels. With a seemingly endless parade of events taking place on the premises - weddings, conferences, business meetings - this hotel always feels busy in the common areas. Many of the rooms are a little cramped, which is why we recommend the Japanese-style rooms, where the lack of furniture makes up for space constraints. The Rihga is getting a little long in the tooth, but it somehow maintains a dignified atmosphere. The staff are friendly and are always willing to help with a taxi or travel plans. For those who want the convenience of a downtown location and a regular shuttle to JR Kyoto Station, the Rihga is a good choice.
Review by author Chris Rowthorn
How To Get There
From Kansai International Airport:
Approximate distance to the hotel is 110 kilometers.
Getting there. Trains are the most practical method of transport to the hotel.
Nearby Points of Interest
- Nijojo Castle: 1.0 km
- Kiyomizudera Temple: 4.0 km
- Kingakuji/Golden Pavilion: 7.5 km
- Gion: 3.0 km
- Gingaku/Silver Pavilion: 6.5 km
Facilities
- Sauna
- 24-hour reception
- Parking
- Tennis court
- Spa
- Breakfast
- Air conditioning
- Swimming pool
- Restaurant
- Fitness facility
- Internet available
- Laundry facilities
- Security facilities
- Meeting rooms
- Audiovisual equipment
- Ballroom(s)
- Banquet facilities
- Bar/lounge
- Beauty services
- Breakfast services
- Business services
- Concierge desk
- Conference Room(s)
- Currency Exchange
- Elevator/lift
- Event catering
- Full-service health spa
- Gift shop or newsstand
- Hair salon
- Internet public area - surcharge
- Massages available
- Massage-treatment room
- Parking (Complimentary)
- Parking (secure)
- Parking garage
- Room service (limited hours)
- Security guard
- Spa tub
- Wedding services
Check-in/Check-out
Earliest check-in:
1:00 PM
Latest check-out time:
11:00 AM
Author Tip
Pray with the monks at Nishi Hongan-ji Temple, just five minutes from the front of the hotel. Or, explore the many restaurants and shops in and around JR Kyoto Station.
Curious Fact
The hotel has a branch of the famous Kitcho Japanese restaurant on its premises.