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Our top choices for Kyoto 5-star hotels

A modern hallway with a view of a garden.
A modern indoor pool area with a long, narrow pool and lounge chairs along one side.
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating and a city view at dusk.
A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a bar.

1. Hilton Kyoto

Hilton Kyoto
Downtown Kyoto
United Kingdom
John
£297
additional charges may apply
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hilton Kyoto
A couple standing on a bridge over a pond with lush greenery and buildings in the background.
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows offering views of a forested area, and a central seating area with tables and chairs.
A traditional Japanese-style building with a wooden deck overlooking a pond, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering trees.
A traditional Japanese-style building with a wooden deck extending over a pond, featuring tatami mats and wooden furniture.

2. Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto

Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
Higashiyama Ward
United States
Eduardo
£1,225
additional charges may apply
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
A traditional Japanese-style building with a wooden exterior and large windows, surrounded by a garden with a gravel path and lanterns.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative ceiling.
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden ceiling, and large shoji screens.
A modern building with large glass windows, surrounded by a landscaped garden with gravel paths and green grass.

3. The Westin Miyako Kyoto

The Westin Miyako Kyoto
Higashiyama Ward
United States
Afnan
£310
additional charges may apply
15 Oct - 16 Oct
The Westin Miyako Kyoto
A modern building with a wooden entrance, a garden with rocks and greenery, and a patterned floor.
A pathway leading to a building entrance with a wooden ceiling and stone walls.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, two chairs, and a large window with a view of greenery.
A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a bench, and a wooden cabinet.

4. Dusit Thani Kyoto

Dusit Thani Kyoto
Shimogyo Ward
Japan
SHINICHI
£447
additional charges may apply
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Dusit Thani Kyoto
A traditional Japanese-style building with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a cobblestone pathway.
A modern interior with a seating area, wooden furniture, and a large window offering a view of the outside.
A view through a window of a snow-covered outdoor area with a pond, surrounded by trees and a building in the background.
A modern building with a large entrance, a stone lantern, and a well-lit interior visible through the doors.

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

HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa
Central Kyoto
United States
Stephen or Michele
£1,272
additional charges may apply
30 Oct - 31 Oct
HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa
A person in a pool with a stone wall and plants in the background.
A hotel room with tatami flooring, a bed with white bedding, a view of a garden and mountains, and a traditional Japanese-style interior.
A hotel entrance with a sign reading 'LA LOCANDA' and a pathway leading to a reception area.
A modern indoor pool with a glass bottom, stone walls, and lounge chairs along the side.

6. The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto

The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto
Downtown Kyoto
United States
Akeem
£1,210
additional charges may apply
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto
A modern building with a sign reading 'HYATT REGENCY KYOTO'.
A modern living room with a large window offering a view of a garden. There is a sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.
A modern interior with a spiral staircase, seating areas, and patterned wall designs.
A stone staircase surrounded by lush greenery, leading up to a traditional pagoda.

7. Hyatt Regency Kyoto

Hyatt Regency Kyoto
Higashiyama Ward
United States
Thomas
£290
additional charges may apply
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Hyatt Regency Kyoto
A spacious, modern lounge area with a central seating arrangement, large windows, and a view of a garden.
A traditional Japanese garden with a stone path, rocks, and a person holding a red fan.
A courtyard with outdoor seating, trees, and a stone pathway.
A modern spa with a large window offering a view of rocky terrain and greenery.

8. Six Senses Kyoto

Six Senses Kyoto
Higashiyama Ward
United States
Shirley
£1,026
additional charges may apply
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Six Senses Kyoto
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a view of the city.
A reception area with a wooden panel and a logo, a polished floor, and a view of the sea.
A rooftop terrace with a sofa, a small table, and a potted plant.
A swimming pool with a stone wall, a metal ladder, and a tiled floor.

9. Imperial Hotel, Kyoto

Imperial Hotel, Kyoto
Gion
United States
Enkeleda
£795
additional charges may apply
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Imperial Hotel, Kyoto
An aerial view of a residential area with traditional architecture, surrounded by dense forest and hills.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of a garden and outdoor seating area.
Property amenity
A wooden pavilion with a tiled floor, surrounded by a pond and a stone wall.

10. Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto

Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto
Higashiyama Ward
United States
Raul
£757
additional charges may apply
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto
A conference room with round tables, chairs, and potted plants.
A modern bathroom with a wooden vanity, a bathtub, and a marble wall.
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, low wooden beams, sliding shoji doors, and a central tatami mat bed.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of traditional architecture.

11. Capella Kyoto

Capella Kyoto
Gion
£1,731
additional charges may apply
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Capella Kyoto
A modern dining area with a large table and chairs, a wooden ceiling, and a view of a cityscape at dusk.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a chair, and a view of a cityscape including a pagoda.
A modern interior with large glass windows, a wooden ceiling, and a view of a traditional pagoda.
A modern house with a large open patio, a dining area, and a kitchen with a view of the surrounding neighborhood.

12. Park Hyatt Kyoto

Park Hyatt Kyoto
Higashiyama Ward
Taiwan
yushuo
£1,253
additional charges may apply
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Park Hyatt Kyoto
A traditional Japanese building with a wooden exterior, a stone lantern, and a well-maintained garden with gravel paths and a small pond.
A traditional Japanese-style building with a thatched roof, a covered outdoor seating area, and a view of a lake with boats.
A spacious room with a view of a lake, wooden beams, and a traditional Japanese-style ceiling light.
A traditional Japanese garden with a koi pond, stone lanterns, and a pagoda-style building.

13. Suiran, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto

Suiran, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto
Arashiyama
United States
Helen
£691
additional charges may apply
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Suiran, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto
A modern spa area with a water feature, snow-covered plants, and a view of a hilly landscape.
A modern indoor space with a round table, two chairs, and a view of a garden through a glass wall.
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a round table, a bed, and a mirror reflecting the room.
A traditional Japanese-style interior with a central bonsai tree, wooden beams, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

14. ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts

ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts
Kita Ward
Australia
BRANSKI RENTALS PTY LTD
£646
additional charges may apply
13 Oct - 14 Oct
ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts
A historic building with classical architecture, featuring columns, a green dome, and a balcony overlooking a forested hillside.
A grand staircase with red carpeted steps and ornate woodwork, leading to a landing with a chandelier and a view of the street outside.
A circular window with a view of a tree trunk and surrounding foliage.
A dining area with tables set for service, chandeliers, and a large floral arrangement.

15. Hotel Chourakukan

Hotel Chourakukan
Gion
United States
Philip
£764
additional charges may apply
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Hotel Chourakukan
A modern living room with a dining area, large windows, and a view of a cityscape.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a TV, and a view of a cityscape.
A modern living room with a glass coffee table, leather sofa, and a large window offering a view of greenery and a sailboat.
A modern outdoor seating area with a round table, a bottle of champagne, and a plate of fruit.

16. Kamo Residences by Reflections

Kamo Residences by Reflections
Central Kyoto
United States
Marc
£711
additional charges may apply
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Kamo Residences by Reflections
A traditional Japanese house with a wooden door, a small window with vertical bars, and a mailbox.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in microwave, and a refrigerator.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, sliding doors, and a large window with paper patterns.
A hallway with a wooden door and a wall-mounted panel.

17. Yuhi House Kyoto Dog Friendly

Yuhi House Kyoto Dog Friendly
Nakagyo Ward
United States
Robert
£242
additional charges may apply
6 Oct - 7 Oct
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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