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1. Hilton Kyoto

Hilton Kyoto
5.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (531 reviews)
"Great location"
Canada
Patrick
The price is ฿5,629
฿7,408 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hilton Kyoto
Garden

2. Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto

Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
5.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (414 reviews)
"Beautiful property with friendly staff. We enjoyed our stay."
United States
John
The price is ฿27,921
฿35,320 total
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
Sports facility

3. Dusit Thani Kyoto

Dusit Thani Kyoto
5.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (308 reviews)
"Amazingly helpful staff, very clean and centrally located hotel, breakfast was great. We really enjoyed our stay in Kyoto at Dusit Thani."
United States
Tuhin
The price is ฿8,777
฿11,102 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Dusit Thani Kyoto
Exterior

4. Hyatt Regency Kyoto

Hyatt Regency Kyoto
5.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Wonderful staff, clean rooms, great buffet breakfast"
Canada
Teresa
The price is ฿6,487
฿8,064 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Hyatt Regency Kyoto
Property amenity

5. The Westin Miyako Kyoto

The Westin Miyako Kyoto
5.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,009 reviews)
"Amazing natural hot springs swimming pools, great buffet"
United States
Yuri
The price is ฿8,623
฿10,908 total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
The Westin Miyako Kyoto
View from property

6. HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa

HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa
5.0 star property
Central Kyoto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (148 reviews)
"Absolutely beautiful and the staff was amazing!"
United States
Stephen or Michele
The price is ฿21,557
฿27,269 total
19 Aug - 20 Aug
HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa
Lobby

7. Six Senses Kyoto

Six Senses Kyoto
5.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (51 reviews)
"Such an amazing hotel to enjoy if staying in Kyoto. We genuinely did not want to leave. The property, staff, and amenities were top notch. Can’t wait to return."
United States
Shirley
The price is ฿22,508
฿24,759 total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Six Senses Kyoto
Indoor pool

8. The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto

The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto
5.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (253 reviews)
"From check in to check out, everything was perfect. The breakfast choices were wonderful & the staff was so friendly. The rooms are large with lots of amenities as well. We loved our stay!"
United States
Elizabeth Estillore
The price is ฿23,353
฿29,542 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto
Exterior

9. Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto

Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto
5.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (72 reviews)
"This is the best hotel in Kyoto. Beautiful property, spacious rooms, fantastic restaurant, impeccable service and the best location."
United States
Raul
The price is ฿29,393
฿32,332 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto
Grand Premier Twin Room with Balcony | In-room safe, free WiFi

10. Imperial Hotel, Kyoto

Imperial Hotel, Kyoto
5.0 star property
Gion
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"On the top 20 hotels I stayed"
United States
Enkeleda
The price is ฿28,051
฿30,857 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Imperial Hotel, Kyoto
Bar (on property)

11. Park Hyatt Kyoto

Park Hyatt Kyoto
5.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (50 reviews)
"Staff was extremely helpful. Jacobo at the concierge made our stay so enjoyable he made superb itineraries recommendations. He also recommended restaurants and cafés to go and he made the reservations for us. I highly recommend this facility."
United States
Marcelo
The price is ฿28,521
฿36,079 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Park Hyatt Kyoto
Garden

12. Suiran, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto

Suiran, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto
5.0 star property
Arashiyama
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (172 reviews)
"Room is clean n staffs are amazing great location "
United States
Helen
The price is ฿19,914
฿25,191 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Suiran, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto
Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers

13. ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts

ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts
5.0 star property
Kita Ward
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (70 reviews)
"The tranquility of the place the peacefulness the wonderful staff nothing was too much from the time we arrived the staff were superb. The ammenities fabulous. This hotel was at another level we stayed 2 nights breakfast was amazing and delicious the rooms were excellent the bed so comfortable very clean !!! 10/10 I didn’t want to leave !!! The most amazing stay and experience from the stunning views pool, and fabulous staff !!!"
Australia
BRANSKI RENTALS PTY LTD
The price is ฿20,162
฿27,676 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts
Interior

14. Capella Kyoto

Capella Kyoto
5.0 star property
Gion
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is ฿32,783
฿41,471 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Capella Kyoto
Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

15. Kamo Residences by Reflections

Kamo Residences by Reflections
5.0 star property
Central Kyoto
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (23 reviews)
"Had a wonderful stay all around. New, extremely well appointed, suite, and great staff, who were gracious and responsive. Highly recommend!"
United States
Marc
The price is ฿18,319
฿20,151 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Kamo Residences by Reflections
Exterior

16. Hotel Chourakukan

Hotel Chourakukan
5.0 star property
Gion
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"A truly exceptional and unique hotel experience in the heart of Higashiyama. I would recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a special place to stay while in Kyoto. A worthwhile destination in its own right, and absolutely wonderful hospitality and service. "
United States
Philip
The price is ฿14,255
฿15,681 total
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Hotel Chourakukan
Exterior

17. Yuhi House Kyoto Dog Friendly

Yuhi House Kyoto Dog Friendly
5.0 star property
Nakagyo Ward
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Highly recommend Yuhi House! Very dog friendly. Felt like home. "
United States
Robert
The price is ฿9,211
฿10,132 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Yuhi House Kyoto Dog Friendly
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What are the best 5-star hotels in Kyoto?
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto, HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa and Park Hyatt Kyoto are among the top 5-star hotels in Kyoto, according to reviews by our customers. These swanky hotels rate highly for things like their location, amenities and guest service standards. Choose your favourite and enjoy the best of everything.
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What makes a hotel 5 stars in Kyoto?
From high-end dining venues and 24/7 fitness centres to pools and superior bedding, the 5-star experience in Kyoto is all about comfort and indulgence. But it takes more than just top-notch amenities to get a 5-star rating. Stays also have to provide extraordinary guest services like in-room massage treatments, laundry and dry cleaning and room service any time day or night.