A sanctuary by the Kamo River, preserving the timeless beauty of Japan’s ancient capital.

Enjoy soothing, scenic views in a tranquil setting—yet step outside and you are seamlessly connected to Kyoto’s iconic neighborhoods such as Gion, Kawaramachi, and Pontocho in this one-of-a-kind location. Experience a space where the refined aesthetics passed down through the ages since the Heian period blend with The Ritz-Carlton’s renowned hospitality, and savor a sense of relaxation found only here.

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Sauna / Within a 5-minute walk from the station / Within a 5-minute walk to the convenience store. / Indoor pool / Shuttle Service (Paid) / Room service / Room Service Available 24 Hours / Childcare services
IN15:00~24:00
OUT12:00
Number of rooms134 rooms
PetNot allowed
Your childPermitted
  • Double
  • 50㎡
  • Capacity 1~3 people

[Room Only] Enjoy a memorable stay at a luxury Hotel in Kyoto

IN 15:00~24:00
OUT 12:00
No meals ; 2 peopleTax included¥126,500
(USD 806.31)

【With Breakfast】Enjoy Pierre Hermé Paris Croissants for Breakfast

IN 15:00~24:00
OUT 12:00
Breakfast included ; 2 peopleTax included¥139,150
(USD 886.94)
  • Double
  • 50㎡
  • Capacity 1~3 people

[Room Only] Enjoy a memorable stay at a luxury Hotel in Kyoto

IN 15:00~24:00
OUT 12:00
No meals ; 2 peopleTax included¥135,356
(USD 862.75)

【With Breakfast】Enjoy Pierre Hermé Paris Croissants for Breakfast

IN 15:00~24:00
OUT 12:00
Breakfast included ; 2 peopleTax included¥148,006
(USD 943.39)

[Room Only] Enjoy a memorable stay at a luxury Hotel in Kyoto

IN 15:00~24:00
OUT 12:00
No meals ; 2 peopleTax included¥164,450
(USD 1,048.20)

【With Breakfast】Enjoy Pierre Hermé Paris Croissants for Breakfast

IN 15:00~24:00
OUT 12:00
Breakfast included ; 2 peopleTax included¥177,100
(USD 1,128.83)

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Introduction of the Accommodation

- 2022: Awarded Five Stars for the fifth consecutive year in the Forbes Travel Guide 2022 - 2022: Certified by the City of Kyoto as a “Kyoto-style Accommodation—an Accommodation that harmonizes with residents’ lives and contributes to the local community” - 2022: Tempura Mizuki awarded One Star in the MICHELIN Guide Kyoto Osaka 2023 - Winner, Condé Nast Traveler “The Gold List 2026” - Awarded Five Stars for nine consecutive years, Forbes Travel Guide 2026 - #1 Best City Hotel in Japan - Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2025 (No.1 for two consecutive years) - #5 Best Hotel in the World - Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2024 (U.S. edition) - #1 Top Hotel in Japan - Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2024 (U.S. edition) - One MICHELIN Key – 2025

Our signature Japanese breakfast, “Asage no Suikizen,” features delicate flavors that are gentle on the body.
Enjoy breakfast while overlooking the Kamo River from the “Grand Deluxe Kamo River View” room.
Freshly baked Pierre Hermé Paris croissants are available in Kansai only at The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto.
Freshly made Eggs Benedict prepared with eggs from chickens raised on a diet of 33 natural herbs
An “International Breakfast” featuring a selection of dishes made with carefully chosen, premium ingredients.
Pierre Hermé Paris’s “Croissant Ispahan” is a must-try delicacy.
Our signature Japanese breakfast, “Asage no Suikizen,” features delicate flavors that are gentle on the body.
Enjoy breakfast while overlooking the Kamo River from the “Grand Deluxe Kamo River View” room.

Enjoy breakfast while overlooking the Kamo River from the “Grand Deluxe Kamo River View” room.

Start your day with breakfast at The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto

We offer either an “International Breakfast” featuring carefully selected premium ingredients, including croissants from Pierre Hermé Paris and egg dishes made with “Hiragai Tamago WABISUKE” from Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture, or the “Asage no Suiki Zen,” a gentle Japanese set meal by Japanese Restaurant Suiki, showcasing meticulously chosen seasonal ingredients and delicate flavors.

A wide variety of guest activities to discover the new charms of the ancient capital

From complimentary activities like running or cycling through the historic cityscape to paid experiences where you learn from the Hotel’s dedicated gardener and create a one-of-a-kind miniature Japanese garden, we offer new ways to enjoy Kyoto—no matter how many times you visit.

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Restaurant & Bar

From kaiseki cuisine that captures the four seasons in both presentation and flavor to modern Italian dishes, original cocktails, and Pierre Hermé Paris afternoon tea and pastries, enjoy a refined and artistic world of gourmet delights.

Wellness
Wellness

Inner peace begins with the refined tranquility of The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto’s wellness Facility. With the gentle sound of a waterfall, LA PRAIRIE SPA features seven treatment rooms, including private spa suites, each designed in a calm, contemporary Japanese style. Unwind with matcha in the elegant relaxation room, or soothe away daily fatigue in the warm 20-meter indoor pool, steam room, and dry sauna.

Facilities and Equipment of Accommodation

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    The room
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    Restaurant
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    Facilities & Services

Basic Information

TaxesService Fee: 15% In accordance with Kyoto City regulations, from March 1, 2026, an Accommodation Tax will be charged separately per person per night (JPY 4,000 for stays of JPY 50,000 or more but less than JPY 100,000; JPY 10,000 for stays of JPY 100,000 or more).
Card information
VISA / MASTER / JCB / AMEX / DINERS / UnionPay / Debit card
Pets
Not allowed
BreakfastBreakfast Venue: Hotel restaurant Hours: 7:00–10:30 Breakfast: Enjoy an “International Breakfast” or the “Asage no Mizuki Set Meal” at the Hotel restaurant. Breakfast Fee: JPY 7,590 (tax and Service Fee included)
Your child
You can stay.
■Guests aged 13 and over are charged the same rate as adults. ■For guests under 13 staying with Child Sharing Existing Bedding, there is no additional charge. ■A kids’ menu is available.
Room service
Available for use
■Orders accepted 24 hours a day.
Common amenities
  • ○ Shampoo · conditioner
  • ○ Body soap · soap
  • ○ Towel · Bath towel
  • ○ Body towel · sponge
  • ○ Toothbrush set
  • ○ Comb · Brush
  • ○ Shower cap
  • ○ Hair dryer
  • ○ Shaving
  • × Shaving Gel/Foam
  • ○ Bath additives
  • ○ Yukata
  • × Nightwear
  • ○ Bathrobe
  • ○ Slippers
  • × facial cleanser
  • × Toner
  • × Lotion
  • × Makeup remover
  • ○ Cotton swab
  • ○ Cotton
  • × Clothing deodorizing spray
  • ○ Refrigerator
  • ○ Minibar
  • ○ Electric kettle
  • ○ Tea set (free)
  • ○ Television
  • ○ Safe
  • × Scale
  • × Trouser press
  • ○ Free morning edition
  • × Pay-per-view broadcast
  • ○ Satellite broadcasting
  • × Video on Demand
  • ○ Radio
  • × CD player
  • ○ DVD player
  • × Blu-ray player
  • × Speakers for portable audio
  • × In-room PCs and tablets
Facilities and Features
  • × Hot spring
  • × Rooms with open-air baths available
  • × Open-air bath
  • × Free-flowing hot spring
  • × Large public bath
  • × Private bath
  • ○ Sauna
  • × Ganbanyoku (rock bathing)
  • ○ Within a 5-minute walk from the station
  • ○ Within a 5-minute walk to the convenience store.
  • ○ Indoor pool
  • × Outdoor pool
  • × Pet-friendly
  • ○ Spa facility
  • ○ Fitness
  • × Free shuttle service
  • ○ Shuttle Service (Paid)
  • ○ Room service
  • ○ Room Service Available 24 Hours
  • ○ Barrier-free
  • ○ Childcare services
Indoor pool
Available period
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Business Hours
06:30~22:00
Final admission time
21:00
Fee(Guest)
Free
Fee(Non-guest)
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Children's pool
None
Age restriction
■Children aged 4–15 are welcome when accompanied by a parent or guardian. ■Guests aged 3 and under are not permitted.
Pool shape
Rectangular
Pool size
Length 20m
Width 3m
Water depth 110cm120cm
■ When using the pool, please wear a swim cap at all times. ■ A dry sauna and steam room are available. ■ Poolside chairs are provided. ■ Rental items: Swimsuits, swim caps (free of charge)
Esthetic Massage
Available
La Prairie Spa Hours: 9:00–20:30 (last treatment appointment)
Fitness gym
Business Hours
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Final admission time
--
Fee(Guest)
Free
Fee(Non-guest)
---
Age restriction
Guests aged 16 and over are welcome. *Hours: 24 hours*
■No staff are on-site between 22:00 and 6:00. Guests staying at the Accommodation may access the facility using their room key. ■When using the facility at night, please change clothes in your guest room. ■Rental items: fitness wear, shoes, and socks (set price: JPY 1,100)
SaunaAvailable
Hot stone spaNone
OthersAmenities such as toner, facial cleanser, lotion, aftershave lotion, hair tonic, and hair liquid are available upon request.
About Hygiene Measures
At The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto, we prioritize the health and safety of our guests and employees and have implemented the following measures to ensure a comfortable stay. [Restaurants, Lounge, Bar] - Individually wrapped oshibori towels or antibacterial wet wipes are provided. [Fitness Facility and Pool] - We comply with local regulations and public health guidelines. - The spa and fitness equipment are cleaned and disinfected regularly. - Chemicals used in the pool and spa are maintained at appropriate levels, and disinfectants are used at all times in quantities that comply with local guidelines and regulations.

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Access Information

Address
Kyoto PrefectureBeside Nijo Ohashi Bridge on the Kamo River, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City
TEL:+81-75-746-5555

■Approx. 20 minutes by car from Kyoto Station
■Approx. 120 minutes by car from Kansai International Airport
■About a 3-minute walk from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station (Kyoto Municipal Subway Tozai Line)
■About a 6-minute walk from Sanjo Station (Keihan Main Line)

Parking Information
Fee
Parking fee per night for guests ¥4,000
Parking time
15:00–12:00 the following day (JPY 1,200 for each additional hour thereafter)
Parking space
Overall length 5.3 m Vehicle width 2 m Vehicle height 2 m
Number of parking spaces
72 cars available Outdoor mechanical
Valet service
Available (Free)
Guests staying in The Ritz-Carlton Suite, Suite TSUKIMI, or Suite KAMOGAWA may use the on-site parking free of charge during their stay.

Pickup and drop-off information
Available (Paid)At The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto, we can arrange Shuttle Service and other vehicle services in Lexus, BMW, Alphard, and more. For details, please contact Guest Services (Tel: 075-746-5555).

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