The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto

The Ritz-Carlton in Kyoto, Japan features offers peaceful, luxurious accommodations beside picturesque views of the Kamo River for an authentic Japanese experience. The hotel is steeped in culture—it displays 409 pieces of modern Japanese artwork, offers traditional Japanese tea at check-in, and incorporates signature Japanese wellness practices at the spa.

The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto is located just steps from Gion, where guests can explore the city’s finest shopping and entertainment. The hotel’s convenient location is just a three-minute walk from the Kyoto Shiyakushomae Subway Station. The Nijo-jo Castle, a World Heritage Site, is a quick subway ride away.

The 134 guest rooms and suites offer a number of amenities, including 600-thread count linens, a Nespresso coffee machine and tea server, a stocked mini-bar, Kyoto Shabon-ya handmade soaps and bath salts, bathrobes and slippers, an LCD TV in both the bedroom and bathroom, and complimentary WiFi.

Other amenities include a 24-hour fitness center, an indoor pool, the Pierre Herme Paris Boutique, yoga classes, a sauna, and a business center. The Ritz-Carlton Spa offers ultimate luxury and a treatment menu including indigenous and culturally-inspired offerings for guests to experience.

Guests can dine at four different restaurants in the Ritz-Carlton Kyoto, including Michelin-starred Mizuki, serving Japanese cuisine, and La Locanda, an indulgent Italian restaurant. The Lobby Lounge serves tea, light snacks, and pastries, and the Bar serves carefully crafted cocktails with appetizers. Private dining experiences can also be arranged.

The award-winning Ritz-Carlton Kyoto will satisfy the most discerning guests with its exquisite service, upscale accommodations, numerous luxury amenities, and beautiful location aside the Kyoto River.