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Rihga Gran Kyoto

3.5 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a quick walk to Kyoto Tower

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Bar (on property)
Public bath
Premium Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Exterior
Interior entrance
VIP Access

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is ￥10,473
￥11,520 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21

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Room options

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Basic Single Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Basic Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Premium Deluxe Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Premium Deluxe Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Premium Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Premium Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Superior Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Superior Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(46 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Standard Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Basic Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Basic Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Minami Ward, a neighborhood in Kyoto, Rihga Gran Kyoto is near a metro station. Kyoto Tower and Fushimi Inari Shrine are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Nishiki Market and Shijo Street. Don't miss out on a visit to Kyoto Aquarium.
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601-8003, Kyoto, Kyoto, 1 Higashikujo Nishisannocho, Minami Ward

What's nearby

  • Kyoto Tower - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Fushimi Inari Shrine - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Shijo Street - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Nishiki Market - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 4 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Kyoto Station - 3 min walk
  • Kujo Station - 3 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪CoCo壱番屋 南区八条口店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪吉象咖喱 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪鳥楽 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪スペインバル アブラモス Hablamos Kyoto - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪燕 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Rihga Gran Kyoto

Hotel near Kyoto Tower
Located close to Kyoto Aquarium and Kyoto Railway Museum, Rihga Gran Kyoto provides an indoor public bath (no minerals) and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a front-desk safe, and an elevator
  • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 261 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Designer toiletries, separate tubs/showers, and toilets with electronic bidets
  • 43-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: JPY 2,800 for adults and JPY 1,400 for children

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Spa

  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (71 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 5 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for JPY 3630 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for JPY 1650.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 200-10,000 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 2800 for adults and JPY 1400 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: JPY 1650.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: JPY 3630 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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

We should mention

The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for 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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

RIHGA GRAN KYOTO Hotel
RIHGA GRAN KYOTO Kyoto
RIHGA GRAN KYOTO Hotel Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Is Rihga Gran Kyoto pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rihga Gran Kyoto?

As of Aug 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rihga Gran Kyoto on Aug 20, 2025 start from ￥10,473, 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.

How much is parking at Rihga Gran Kyoto?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Rihga Gran Kyoto?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rihga Gran Kyoto?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rihga Gran Kyoto located?

Located in Minami Ward, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kyoto Tower and Kyoto Aquarium. Kyoto Railway Museum and Shijo Street are also within 2 mi (3 km). Kujo Station and Kyoto Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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Rihga Gran Kyoto Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 561 out of 797 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 191 out of 797 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 797 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 797 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 797 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great affordable hotel that has Japanese style room setup and communal baths. Really close to train station and convenient to restaurants and shopping malls. Great experience to stay in the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis-Felix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff willing to assist. Amezing amenities the sauna bath was incredible
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, 5 min walk from Kyoto station and 40 min walk to the Senbon Torri. Zero complaints, the facility was very accommodating and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rolando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and helpful. The property was clean and safe. Very convenient to everything from transportation to dining. Very happy with this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful hotel! The location was great with lots of eating options nearby and distance to the station. They could improve the breakfast - expensive and not nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to the train station
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Clean. On site dining options would be good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the station and pretty close to the temples
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was really kind. We left our luggage here before checkin and they gave us a tag to keep up with it. That allowed us time to go about our day without waiting for check in. The room was spacious and clean. I would book here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff. Great facilities, especially the rooms. Breakfast was great too!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable hotel, decent size room very close to Kyoto Station
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The closeness to the train station was amazing. The room and bathroom was amazing. The bath tub was SENSATIONAL! The bath house was serene and zen. The breakfast was one of the best breakfast meals I ever had.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joon Hee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and excellent service
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sameer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel a stone’s throw from Kyoto’s main station. Fantastic breakfast spread with Western and Japanese choices. Didn’t know roasted potatoes could be made so delicious 😀
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simply beautiful and perfect
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonardo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay, quality room and appliances, staff were so professional and friendly, the breakfast needs improvement not enough variety of food choices for American style breakfast. The location was perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
This hotel is very clean and nice, also very close to Kyoto station making it perfect to get from the hotel to anywhere else! We really enjoyed the hotel room, especially the bathroom where you can take a shower outside of the bathtub! I highly recommend this hotel and will be staying here again on our next trip to Japan!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was great
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Piera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again Rooms are a bit small but we were 3 adults so I guess it was to be expected
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daneille

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antranik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place, will definitely come back when visiting Kyoto
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most convenient location and the rooms were immaculate. Would definitely rebook!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in Japan for a 10 day trip and this was the second Hotel I stayed at and BY FAR the best! Staff was super friendly and accommodating, Hotel was safe, and in a great walking distance from the train station. Room was spacious and was easily able to accommodate my needs. Definitely will be my first choice when I return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025