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The best 5-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 center, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Kyoto. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, a concierge service and free WiFi.

M
Michelle
From
Canada
Fabulous hotel. Booked a room with the washer/dryer for its convenience midway though our trip. The machine worked great ( and the dryer actually dried!) and the hotel supplied detergent (we even needed more, which we were provided). Staff at this hotel were fantastic from check in to answering questions. there is even a private bath (cost was 13,000 for 2 hours) which we booked for a morning and it was well worth it. The breakfast is delicious too!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,317 reviews
Price from
$256.21
1 night, 2 adults

Dusit Thani Kyoto

Hotel in Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

Located in Kyoto and with Kyoto Station reachable within a 11-minute walk, Dusit Thani Kyoto provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a bar.

C
Christoper
From
Indonesia
Clean and staff are very attentive
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,393 reviews
Price from
$284.27
1 night, 2 adults

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

Hotel in Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

Well set in the center of Kyoto, Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho is within 1.1 miles of Kyoto Station and 1.1 miles of TKP Garden City Kyoto.

N
Natchanun
From
Japan
5 types of private onsen no reservation is required, but you can get in and use it comfortably even if you stay here during peak season (Saturday night, Nov)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,246 reviews
Price from
$198.99
1 night, 2 adults

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto

Hotel in Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto

Attractively set in the center of Kyoto, The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto has air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers a bar.

C
Canh Chris
From
United States
Love the location. Just a short walk to fish market and local attractions.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,151 reviews
Price from
$204.19
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 center, a bar and shared lounge in Kyoto.

C
Catherine
From
Austria
It was perfect! Fantastic staff Fantastic location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 4,191 reviews
Price from
$275.29
1 night, 2 adults

Ace Hotel Kyoto

Hotel in Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto

Ace Hotel Kyoto features free bikes, fitness center, a garden and terrace in Kyoto.

V
Vladislav
From
Georgia
Perfect hotel in Kyoto! Highly recommended
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,203 reviews
Price from
$299.31
1 night, 2 adults

GOOD NATURE HOTEL KYOTO

Hotel in Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

GOOD NATURE HOTEL KYOTO has a fitness center, garden, a restaurant and bar in Kyoto. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.

L
Lauri
From
South Africa
Everything about the hotel was perfect! Beds were so comfortable, clean and the room was just perfect.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,874 reviews
Price from
$245.83
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.

I
Idit
From
Israel
Such a superb hotel. We enjoyed everything. The location is fantastic, right next to Kyoto Station with all its shops and dining options. The hotel is so beautiful, clean and comfurtable. Highly recomended.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,485 reviews
Price from
$249.56
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Alza Kyoto

Hotel in Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Awarded two pavilions by the Michelin Guide 2020, Hotel Alza Kyoto is located near the Kamo River and within Gion District, a 2-minute walk from Sanjo Station.

N
Nathalie Kim
From
Qatar
The hotel was super for our family of four (with two under 5-yr olds). The room was absolutely amazing, the size was mich bigger than expected. Plenty of space for the kids to play and they even had their own little area with a table to colour etc. The bathroom was super as well with a great shower. Staff were lovely and extremely hospitable. In terms of location, this too was fantastic. The part of the street is just faw away enough for it to be quiet for the kids, but you are at the center of Gion within a 5-minute walk only. Hotel is super close to two metro stations, the main street of Gion with all shops etc and a 7-11 is literally down the street (1-min walk). Highly recommend this wonderful hotel to any families or couples!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,355 reviews
Price from
$242.80
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.

B
Barbara
From
Spain
The hotel is stunning, comfortable and in a perfect location right in the middle of the GION district.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,840 reviews
Price from
$310.89
1 night, 2 adults
All 5-star hotels in Kyoto

Looking for a 5-star hotel?

When the accommodations are just as important as the destination, a 5-star stay promises that extra "wow" factor the second you step into the lobby. Along with the kind of service fit for royalty, you can get pampered at on-site spas, enjoy gourmet restaurants, and sleep in top-of-the-line beds you'll never want to climb out of.

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Great access to the city center. Check these 5-star hotels in Kyoto and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 641 reviews

    Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Nakagyo Ward district of Kyoto, Homm Stay Nagi Shijo Kyoto By Banyan Group is 0.9 mi from Kyoto International Manga Museum.

    From $330.76 per night
  • Kyoto Tokyu Hotel

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,892 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 $327.68 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews

    Just a 18-minute walk from TKP Garden City Kyoto and one mile from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, Kuraya Omiya Shimabara features accommodations in Kyoto with a garden.

  • Marukyo Gakurin-an

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews

    Just a 12-minute walk from TKP Garden City Kyoto and 0.7 miles from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, Marukyo Gakurin-an features accommodations in Kyoto with a garden.

    From $501.66 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 320 reviews

    Located in Kyoto, 1640 feet from Kyoto International Manga Museum,Kyoto Machiya Fukune is an accommodations with a garden. The accommodations has a hot tub.

    From $995.08 per night
  • MOGANA

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 743 reviews

    Well located in Kyoto, MOGANA provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, private parking and room service. This 5-star hotel offers a bar.

    From $608.67 per night
  • THE HIRAMATSU KYOTO

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 104 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.

    From $726.40 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews

    Featuring 5-star accommodations, Garrya Nijo Castle Kyoto is located in Kyoto, a 13-minute walk from Kyoto International Manga Museum and 1.3 miles from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall.

    From $1,010.67 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Kyoto and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 264 reviews

    Located in Kyoto, a 8-minute walk from Kyoto International Manga Museum, HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa provides accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a...

    From $2,335.31 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 4,299 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 $285.61 per night
  • Fauchon Hotel Kyoto

    Kyoto
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 396 reviews

    Featuring a fitness center, a restaurant as well as a bar, Fauchon Hotel Kyoto is located in the center of Kyoto, a 9-minute walk from Gion Shijo Station.

    From $617.12 per night
  • 京恋 黄金屋

    Kyoto
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews

    A 8-minute walk from Kyoto International Manga Museum in the center of Kyoto, 京恋 黄金屋 features accommodations with free Wifi and access to a garden and hot tub.

  • Marufukuro

    Kyoto
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 394 reviews

    Marufukuro features free bikes, fitness center, a garden and shared lounge in Kyoto. With a bar, the property also has a spa & wellness center, as well as massage services.

    From $687.37 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 460 reviews

    Featuring a terrace, a restaurant as well as a bar, Sora Niwa Terrace Kyoto Bettei is located in the center of Kyoto, a 3-minute walk from Gion Shijo Station.

    From $1,232.57 per night
  • Hotel Granvia Kyoto

    Kyoto
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 3,873 reviews

    Ideally located within Kyoto Station, Hotel Granvia Kyoto features an indoor swimming pool, a fitness center and 9 dining options.

    From $374.73 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 498 reviews

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

    From $456.51 per night

Traveling by car? These 5-star hotels in Kyoto and nearby offer free parking

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

    Just a 12-minute walk from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall and 0.9 miles from Samurai Kembu Kyoto, Maru Izumiyacho features accommodations in Kyoto with a garden.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

    Providing a garden, Kyo no Ondokoro NISHIJIN VILLA #5 features accommodations in Kyoto. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    From $909.67 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

    Nestled in Kyoto, this private holiday home is about a 2-minute walk from the renowned Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine. Guests benefit from free WiFi and private parking available on-site.

    From $663.52 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 nonsmoking villa located in the Sakyo Ward district of Kyoto, 656 feet from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji.

    From $1,705.63 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

    Located in Kyoto, 2.2 miles from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, Hotel Utano Kyoto Besho provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 70 reviews

    Located in Kyoto, a 17-minute walk from Kinkaku-ji Temple, ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts by Hilton provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and...

    From $878.43 per night
  • moksa

    Kyoto
    Free parking
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 316 reviews

    Located in Kyoto, a 2-minute walk from Rurikoin, moksa has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

    From $404.67 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,491 reviews

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

    From $328.15 per night

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  • Avg. price/night: $575.37
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,393 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: $505
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,151 reviews
    Nothing. FAKE 5 stars hotel.
    Guest review by
    CLARA
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $1,304.73
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 372 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