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Our top choices for Kyoto 4-star hotels

A hot spring area with a stone wall, wooden ceiling, and a view of a garden outside.
A spa area with a large hot tub, wooden walls, and a view of a garden.
A spacious indoor area with large windows, a stone water feature, and wooden ceiling beams.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a shoji screen.

1. Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Shimogyo Ward
United Kingdom
Steven
฿7,402
฿8,377 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
A modern hotel room with a dark leather sofa, a small round table, a flat-screen TV, and a city view through large windows.
A modern hotel with a large number of rooms, a prominent entrance, and a well-lit facade.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a view of the city at dusk.
A modern buffet area with multiple food stations, a central display case, and a curved marble countertop.

2. RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
Shimogyo Ward
United States
David
฿5,935
฿7,182 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
A modern lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.
A modern interior with large windows, a geometric floor pattern, and several round seating areas.
A modern building with large glass windows, a landscaped garden with trees and white pebbles, and outdoor seating areas.
A modern lobby with a white sofa, a glass partition, and a view of the outdoor seating area.

3. Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
Minami Ward
Canada
Andrey
฿8,383
฿9,222 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
A dining area with a bonsai tree, a glass table, and a modern interior design.
A reception area with a honeycomb-patterned wall, a wooden reception desk, and two standing lamps.
The entrance to Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo South with a signboard, a tiled pathway, and a small garden area with plants.
A woman pouring tea into a cup at a wooden table in a room with a window and curtains.

4. Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Downtown Kyoto
Australia
Arti
฿4,851
฿5,336 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple balconies, and a distinctive glass-roofed pavilion.
A hotel lobby with sofas, armchairs, and a bar area.
A buffet area with various food stations, a chef preparing food, and a modern interior design.
A modern hotel lobby with white sofas, a long communal table, and a bar area.

5. Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Minami Ward
United States
Philip
฿4,009
฿4,850 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
A pathway lined with rocks and greenery, leading to a traditional stone lantern and a building with large windows.
A hotel room with a large bed, wooden wardrobe, and a television.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, wooden paneling, and a carpeted floor.
A dining table with various dishes and drinks, a window with a view of the street, and a person holding chopsticks.

6. Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae
Shimogyo Ward
United States
Victoria Marie
฿5,161
฿5,677 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Hotel Ohura."
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large columns, and a central seating area.
A grand staircase leading to a lobby with a central floral arrangement, flanked by columns and wooden railings.
A modern dining area with round tables, grey chairs, and a central floral arrangement.

7. Hotel Okura Kyoto

Hotel Okura Kyoto
Downtown Kyoto
United States
Artem
฿6,615
฿8,004 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hotel Okura Kyoto
The entrance of Hotel Musse with a modern design, featuring a wooden ceiling, glass doors, and a patterned wall.
A modern lounge area with a polished floor, wooden paneling, and a sign reading "MUSSE Lounge".
The exterior of Hotel MUSE with a modern design, featuring a wooden ceiling and a patterned glass facade.
A modern hotel room with a large round mirror, a unique sink, two beds, a sofa, and a small table.

8. Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
Downtown Kyoto
United States
Aryel
฿5,562
฿6,118 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with chairs, a TV, and a city view through the window.
A modern hotel with multiple floors, a glass facade, and a parking area with several cars.
A modern hotel bathroom with a large sink, mirror, and a city view.
A spacious lobby with a central reception desk, seating areas, and modern lighting fixtures.

9. Hotel Granvia Kyoto

Hotel Granvia Kyoto
Shimogyo Ward
United States
Seleste
฿7,126
฿9,015 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hotel Granvia Kyoto
A modern hotel with a traditional facade, large glass entrance, and potted plants outside.
A hallway with potted plants, wooden beams, and a seating area with chairs and a table.
A modern outdoor seating area with a circular fire pit, lounge chairs, and ambient string lights.
A bakery with wooden beams, a central display table, and shelves of baked goods.

10. Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Gion
United States
Bruna Maria
฿7,017
฿7,719 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a sofa, and a city view.
A buffet area with various food stations and a well-lit interior.
A corridor with vertical wooden panels and a tiled floor, leading to a room with a visible sign.
A modern lobby with marble flooring, a seating area with sofas and chairs, and a decorative wall with shelves.

11. The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
Downtown Kyoto
United States
Jennifer
฿4,793
฿6,063 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, a reception desk, and a bookshelf.
A modern waiting area with a sofa, a small round table, and a colorful ottoman.
A buffet table with various dishes and bowls.
A swimming pool with a tiled floor, a wooden wall with a decorative panel, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

12. Almont Hotel Kyoto

Almont Hotel Kyoto
Minami Ward
United States
Richard
฿3,814
฿4,196 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Almont Hotel Kyoto
A modern building with a glass facade, a water feature, and a stone pathway.
A bar area with wooden ceiling, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.
A hotel corridor with a wooden floor, a black mat at the entrance, and a wall-mounted artwork.
A modern lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and contemporary lighting fixtures.

13. Cross Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto
Downtown Kyoto
United States
Gary
฿8,936
฿9,830 total
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Cross Hotel Kyoto
A corridor with a wooden floor, bamboo plants, and a traditional Japanese lattice structure.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative vase with flowers.
A spa pool with a view of a rocky landscape and greenery.
A buffet with various food options, including a salad bar, and a seating area with chairs and a plant.

14. THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Shimogyo Ward
United States
Tom
฿10,340
฿11,374 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, seating area, and a large wall-mounted artwork.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large potted plants, and hanging light fixtures.
A modern bar area with a DJ booth, seating, and a staircase leading to a bar counter.
A spacious lobby with a variety of seating options, including sofas, chairs, and a central coffee table. There is a large plant display on the upper level, and the area is well-lit with natural and artificial lighting.

15. Ace Hotel Kyoto

Ace Hotel Kyoto
Downtown Kyoto
United States
Carlos
฿12,551
฿13,806 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Ace Hotel Kyoto
A spacious living area with large windows, a modern sofa set, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.
A modern interior with a blue sofa, a wooden table, and a large window offering a view of greenery and a brick building.
A modern spa room with a wooden bench, a small table, and a large window offering a view of a forested area.
A dining table with plates of food, a cup, a glass, and a salt shaker.

16. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
Downtown Kyoto
Hong Kong SAR China
Angela
฿12,634
฿13,897 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
A modern building with large windows, a metal gate, and a traditional lantern.
A spacious lobby with a wet floor, a large wall mural, and traditional decor elements.
A chef preparing sushi in a modern kitchen with a hexagonal tile backsplash and a hanging light fixture.
A modern building with a sign for Mitsui Garden Hotel in Japanese.

17. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji
Shimogyo Ward
United States
Alexandra
฿8,466
฿9,312 total
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji
A modern hotel with a prominent 'R' logo, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.
A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, dark tiled flooring, and a wooden slatted ceiling design.
A buffet setup with various food items and a decorative plant.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

18. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto Ekimae PREMIER

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto Ekimae PREMIER
Shimogyo Ward
United States
Junnel
฿3,673
฿4,041 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto Ekimae PREMIER
A modern interior with a glass staircase, a display of glassware, and a unique ceiling design.
A building with large windows and a tiled exterior. There are potted plants outside.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a balcony with a city view, and a wooden accent wall.
A modern restaurant interior with a marble wall, a central bar area, and seating arrangements.

19. Mercure Kyoto Station

Mercure Kyoto Station
Shimogyo Ward
United States
Chau
฿6,225
฿6,847 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Mercure Kyoto Station
A traditional Japanese-style building with a wooden exterior and a tiled roof.
A modern interior with a dining area, bookshelves, and a large window.
A bar area with a brick wall, hanging pendant lights, and a shelf with bottles.
A modern interior with a glass partition, a minimalist design, and a small outdoor area with a tree and gravel path.

20. Kyoto Granbell Hotel

Kyoto Granbell Hotel
Gion
United States
Tracy
฿9,468
฿10,415 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Kyoto Granbell Hotel
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Top Kyoto Hotel Reviews

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

8/10 Good
"great breakfast"
alan 5-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

8/10 Good
"Small clean room near Kyoto Station. Room was quiet"
Elisia 3-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

10/10 Excellent
"The Nohga Hotel was one of the best hotels we stayed at during our 21 day trip to Japan. Highly recommend this hotel if you’re staying in Kyoto. Great location and hats off to everyone working there. What a delight."
Edward 4-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

10/10 Excellent
"Nice room, good breakfast."
Peggy 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

10/10 Excellent
"It was a beautiful hotel. We enjoyed the night we stayed. It was close to the Kyoto station. 10/10"
karen 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent
"Everything is good"
Imer 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

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Four Star Hotels in Kyoto

Kyoto is a beautiful city that is filled with history and culture. In fact, 20 per cent of the country’s National Treasures are located here, as is Japan’s largest geisha scene. There is so much here to offer overseas visitors, from traditional architecture and culture to a large selection of shopping centres and glass and steel buildings. The city also stretches to the tea plantations and rolling hills of Uji and the popular Lake Biwa.

There are plenty of accommodation options in Kyoto to suit all types of travellers, including those who want to enjoy a few finer touches. Affluent travellers will find nearly 50 four-star hotels in Kyoto, some of which are big name properties like the popular Hyatt Regency Kyoto, and others that are not, like the Kyoto Century Hotel. Regardless, all properties of this class have a wide range of services and facilities that are typical in hotels of this category.

The Hyatt Regency Kyoto is located in Higashiyama, which is a stunning area that is home to the geisha district of Gion and the Philosopher's Path. It is an exceptional property that boasts a tranquil spa and a fitness centre, and even offers yoga classes. Guests can also enjoy wining and dining in one of its seven venues. Rooms at the Hyatt Regency Kyoto are just as impressive as the rest of the property.

The Kyoto Century Hotel sits in the shopping district of Shimogyo-ku close to Kyoto Station. It is a large, 10-level, four-star property that is popular for meetings and special events, and is especially great for holding a wedding. The Kyoto Century Hotel also boasts six wining and dining options where guests can enjoy everything from aged wagyu beef to traditional Kyoto cuisine.

The majority of four-star hotels in Kyoto are in Central Kyoto and Higashiyama where attractions include Nijo Castle, To-Ji Temple, Kiyomizu Temple, Ginkakuji and the Kyoto Imperial Palace. There are also a few excellent Kyoto 4-star hotels outside of the city centre surrounded by natural scenery, like Ryotei Rangetsu in Ukyo and the Biwako Hotel in Otsu.

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Offering a welcoming guest experience and upscale décor, 4-star hotels are a great option for your Kyoto getaway. These types of accommodation generally come with loads of handy amenities that make it a breeze to unpack and unwind — think complimentary bathrobes, gyms and pools. Or live the high life at a 5-star hotel designed to pamper with high-end perks and amenities. On-site health clubs, premium toiletries and world-class dining are typically included at these plush retreats.

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