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Hilton Kyoto

Hilton Kyoto
5.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (511 reviews)
"Nice hotel, good location"
United States
silvio
The price is £178
additional charges may apply
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Hilton Kyoto
Garden

Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto

Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
5.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (405 reviews)
"Great breakfast, amazing staff and amenities!"
Canada
Arpit
The price is £883
additional charges may apply
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
Sports facility

Dusit Thani Kyoto

Dusit Thani Kyoto
5.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (302 reviews)
"Amazing stay "
United States
Sari
The price is £288
additional charges may apply
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Dusit Thani Kyoto
Property amenity

The Westin Miyako Kyoto

The Westin Miyako Kyoto
5.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Amazing natural hot springs swimming pools, great buffet"
United States
Yuri
The price is £186
additional charges may apply
21 Jul - 22 Jul
The Westin Miyako Kyoto
Exterior

Hyatt Regency Kyoto

Hyatt Regency Kyoto
5.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"An amazing hotel to stay in Kyoto. Very central to everything we wanted to see. The Italian restaurant onsite is absolutely fabulous!!!"
Canada
Danielle
The price is £189
additional charges may apply
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Hyatt Regency Kyoto
Terrace/patio

Six Senses Kyoto

Six Senses Kyoto
5.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"It was a luxury hotel but was not stuffy. Outside was deceptive. Hoyel was very pretty inside and the staff were very helpful. I just loved staying there"
United States
lisa
The price is £617
additional charges may apply
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Six Senses Kyoto
View from property

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, (144 reviews)
"Absolutely beautiful and the staff was amazing!"
United States
Stephen or Michele
The price is £670
additional charges may apply
7 Aug - 8 Aug
HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa
Indoor pool

The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto

The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto
5.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (252 reviews)
"Exceptional stay. Nothing short of the standards I expect of a Ritz Carlton property in Japan."
United States
Ushnish
The price is £830
additional charges may apply
6 Aug - 7 Aug
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto
Bar (on property)

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 £799
additional charges may apply
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Park Hyatt Kyoto
Exterior

Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto

Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto
5.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (65 reviews)
"Loved this place. "
Canada
Matthew
The price is £617
additional charges may apply
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto
Grand Premier Twin Room with Balcony | In-room safe, free WiFi

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 £692
additional charges may apply
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Imperial Hotel, Kyoto
Property amenity

ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts

ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts
5.0 star property
Kita Ward
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (69 reviews)
"Everything was perfect!!!"
United States
Zeina
The price is £622
additional charges may apply
21 Jul - 22 Jul
ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts
Garden

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 £594
additional charges may apply
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Suiran, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto
Interior

Capella Kyoto

Capella Kyoto
5.0 star property
Gion
The price is £1,044
additional charges may apply
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Capella Kyoto
Exterior

Hotel Chourakukan

Hotel Chourakukan
5.0 star property
Gion
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 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 £418
additional charges may apply
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Hotel Chourakukan
Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Kamo Residences by Reflections

Kamo Residences by Reflections
5.0 star property
Central Kyoto
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 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 £451
additional charges may apply
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Kamo Residences by Reflections
Exterior

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 £167
additional charges may apply
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Yuhi House Kyoto Dog Friendly
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Ancient temples and peaceful gardens create a city where tradition thrives alongside modern life. Visit Fushimi Inari's orange gates at dawn, then explore Arashiyama's bamboo forest when local joggers have it mostly to themselves.

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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.

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