The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto
Kyoto, Japan
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Is The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto good? Overview, pros and cons
Verdict: 8.6/10 (Staylist AI score). Guests praise: beautiful riverside setting; top-tier quiet and facilities; outstanding sushi. Main complaint: weak breakfast.
Staylist AI overview · based on 7 public guest reviews
“Kamo-side Kyoto polish, breakfast lags”
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto draws superlatives for its setting on the Kamo river — sunsets visible from the window — top-tier quietness and facilities, professional and warm staff, and an outstanding sushi restaurant. Rooms are spacious. The recurring caveat is food and size: breakfast is order-based and was called unimpressive with limited choice, lighting feels dark to some, and one reviewer found the room not that big. Otherwise guests are unanimous that the experience is near-perfect and they plan to return.
- Rooms
- Spacious, quiet rooms, though lighting runs dark.
- Service
- Professional, warm and caring staff throughout.
- Location
- On the Kamo river, Kyoto's most poetic spot.
- Food
- Outstanding sushi; the ordered breakfast disappoints.
- Beautiful riverside setting
- Top-tier quiet and facilities
- Outstanding sushi
- Gracious professional staff
- Indoor swimming pool
- Sauna
- Gym
- Weak breakfast
- Dim lighting
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How it compares
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto ranks #31 of 312 hotels Staylist lists in Kyoto and #7 of 40 5-star hotels there. At about $1,400 a night it is 197% above the median for 5-star hotels in Kyoto ($472). The closest listed alternative is The Chapter Kyoto, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, 100 m away (score 7.2).
About the hotel
- Address
- Hokodencho, 543 鴨川二条大橋畔, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture, 604-0902, Japan
- Hotel class
- ★★★★★ 5-star
- Chain
- The Ritz-Carlton (Marriott)
- Opened
- 2014
- Check-in / out
- From 15:00 · by 12:00
- Distance to centre
- 1.5 km
- Getting there
- Airport: Itami Airport (53.25 km) · Train Station: Jingu-Marutamachi Station (0.77 km) · Metro: Kyōto Shiyakusho-mae (0.48 km)
- Children
- Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Nearby hotels
- The Chapter Kyoto, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel100 m · 7.2 · $388
- Kyoto Urushiro Wakasaya200 m · 8.6 · $257
- Oyado Ishicho Tower200 m · 8.2 · $189
- Hotel Okura Kyoto300 m · 8.2 · $266
- Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier300 m · 9.0 · $187
Amenities
- Private parking
- Indoor swimming pool
- Hiking
- Sauna
- Spa
- Massage room
- Gym
- Airport pick-up
- Bar
- Tea room
- 4 Restaurants
- Cafe
- Taxi booking service
- Airport drop-off
- Station pick-up
- Conference room
- Multi-function room
- Wi-Fi in public areas
- Luggage storage
- Bicycle rental
- Valet parking
- Station drop-off
- Restaurant 2
- Postal service
Frequently asked questions
- What time is check-in at The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto?
- Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is by 12:00.
- Does The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto have a pool?
- Yes: indoor swimming pool.
- Is there parking at The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto?
- Yes: private parking, valet parking.
- Does The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto offer an airport transfer?
- Yes: airport pick-up, airport drop-off.
- What wellness facilities does The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto have?
- Sauna, Spa, Massage room, Gym.
- How far is The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto from the airport?
- The nearest airport is Itami Airport, about 53.25 km away.
- How far is The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto from the centre of Kyoto?
- About 1.5 km.
- Is The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto suitable for children?
- Children of all ages are welcome at this property.