The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto SanjovsThe Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo and The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto are both recommended by experts. On balance, The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto ranks significantly higher than The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo. The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto comes in at #2 in Kyoto with endorsements from 10 reviewers such as Forbes Travel Guide, Michelin Guide and Hideaway Report.
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
Higashiiru Kawaramachi Sanjodori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 604-8004
From $53/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Oyster
3.0
"The 172-room upper-middle-range Royal Park Hotel is located in the heart of Kyoto within walking distance of popular attractions, restaurants, and public transportation." Full review
Michelin Guide
"With its modern exterior design, Royal Park Hotel Kyoto is in a prime spot near the Kawaramachi Sanjo intersection." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"The Royal Park has a super-convenient location, with lots of shops and restaurants within easy walking distance. The hotel has a boutique-business feel, and rooms are larger than most in the city." Full review
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto Show All Reviews
Kamogawa Nijo-Ohashi Hotori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 604-0902, Japan
From $717/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"Its downtown location right beside the Kamo River complete with a small landscape garden, is the best feature of this 40-year-old property." Full review
Star Service
"While not in the heart of town, this new property, based on a Japanese genji novel, sits on the banks of the Kanogawa River overlooking the Higashiyama Sanju Roppo mountains." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Opened in late 2014." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The brand-new Ritz-Carlton is an oasis of luxury that commands perhaps the finest views of any hotel in the city." Full review
Wallpaper
"One of the most beautiful cities in the country, best-known for its architecture, history, ancient temples and peaceful zen gardens, Kyoto is top of the list for anyone visiting Japan." Full review
Fodor's
"Along the scenic Kamo River with views of the Eastern Mountains, the Ritz-Carlton provides world-class luxury in a Japanese milieu." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"Inspired by the concept of a ‘luxury ryokan’ (a traditional Japanese inn), this hotel is likely to attract Western visitors who want a taste of cultural Kyoto without having to sleep on a futon on the floor." Full review
Jetsetter
"Streamlined modern gem in the heart of the Imperial City, with authentic Japanese dining and a truly Zen spa." Full review
Hideaway Report
92.0
"Elegant hotel conveniently located on the banks of the Kamogawa River, within walking distance of the Imperial Palace and the Gion geisha district." Full review
Michelin Guide
"This low-rise luxury hotel near the Kamogawa River blends in with the beauty of the ancient city." Full review