Minami Ward stay.With a stay at this Minami Ward hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Kyoto Tower and 2 miles (3 km) of Kyoto Aquarium. Kyoto Railway Museum and Shijo Street are also within 2 miles (3 km).
What's nearby
Kyoto Station Building - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Kawaramachi Street - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Kyoto Tower - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Kyoto Aquarium - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Fushimi Inari Shrine - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
Getting around
Kyoto Station - 3 min walk
Kujo Station - 3 min walk
Itami Airport (ITM) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
CoCo壱番屋 南区八条口店 - 1 min walk
マクドナルド - 3 min walk
吉象咖喱 - 2 min walk
鳥楽 - 2 min walk
純喫茶 みなみ - 3 min walk
About this property
Rihga Gran Kyoto
3.5-star hotel near Kyoto Tower
As a guest of Rihga Gran Kyoto, you'll find a vending machine, laundry facilities, and a front-desk safe. Public spaces have free WiFi.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Kyoto hotel.
261 guestrooms or units
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Self-service laundry
Front desk (24 hours)
Storage area for luggage
Front-desk safe
Elevator
Smoking in designated areas
Lockers available
Rihga Gran Kyoto offers 261 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.
Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, slippers, designer toiletries, and bidets. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath (no minerals).
Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: JPY 2,800 for adults and JPY 1,400 for children
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator (71 inch wide door)
Front entrance ramp
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchairs on site
Room amenities
Entertainment
43-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Bedroom
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bidet
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Slippers
Towels provided
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Air conditioning
Heating
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Kids stay free! Children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
Rollaway/extra beds are available for JPY 3630 per night.
Cribs (infant beds) are available for JPY 1650.0 per night.
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 2800 for adults and JPY 1400 for children
Crib (infant bed) fee: JPY 1650.0 per night
Rollaway bed fee: JPY 3630 per night
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy. A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in. Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
We should mention
Children 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Property is also known as
RIHGA GRAN KYOTO Hotel
RIHGA GRAN KYOTO Kyoto
RIHGA GRAN KYOTO Hotel Kyoto
Frequently asked questions
How close is Rihga Gran Kyoto to the airport?
Rihga Gran Kyoto is 29.3 mi (51-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Rihga Gran Kyoto?
As of May 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rihga Gran Kyoto on Jun 16, 2026 start from CA $89, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Does Rihga Gran Kyoto have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at Rihga Gran Kyoto.
Does Rihga Gran Kyoto offer free breakfast?
Free breakfast isn’t provided at Rihga Gran Kyoto, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of JPY 2800 for adults and JPY 1400 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Is there a casino at Rihga Gran Kyoto?
No, there is no casino at this hotel.
What time is check-in at Rihga Gran Kyoto?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Rihga Gran Kyoto?
Free parking is not available at this hotel.
Does Rihga Gran Kyoto have a pool?
Rihga Gran Kyoto does not have a pool.
Does Rihga Gran Kyoto have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this hotel.
How close is Rihga Gran Kyoto to downtown Kyoto?
Rihga Gran Kyoto is 2.1 mi away from Kyoto.
Rihga Gran Kyoto Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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This was such a pleasant surprise. So close to the train station and it felt like being at a resort. We are invited to enjoy the public areas with our special Japanese wear that is given to the guests in our rooms. The staff is amazing, the housekeeping workers are like machines, fully focused, and they work very fast and efficient, with such deep cleaning. They are amazing. The breakfast was nice but the workers there was also so amazing. The only bad thing was there was not enough washers and dryers. And it takes 2 hours to wash a load and the clothes are still very wet after 2 hours. But I will definitely be back at this hotel only when visiting Kyoto. 5 stars definitely. And I am an honest star giver.
Chevis
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
Emily
Travelled with family
Feb 11, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, friendly staff and overall great amenities and stay
This was an amazing hotel. The staff really took care of us and went above and beyond, even when I got food poisoning. They were able to accommodate our requests, and made sure that we were getting the best deal. Breakfast was great too. A+
Great value. Washroom was divided into 3 utilitarian spaces that could be used simultaneously - toilet, wash-basin and shower/bathtub; very convenient for 2+ travellers who might share the room.
The room is a nice size and clean. Did not use the laundry as it’s always full, but there is coin laundry across the road. The were some issues with breakfast, they tried to solve it. Will definitely consider to stay at this hotel again when we are back in Kyoto.
Absolutely beautiful place. 2 minute walk to trains. Not very close to restaurants but easy to catch an uber or go for a walk. You can hire a car right across the road.
Coming from Australia, I found Kyoto extremely safe and so clean. Lots to see around the area.
The rooms were very clean, staff were lovely.
I would stay there again.
The hotel was great. Rooms were clean and functional. Small, but that’s normal for Japan. Staff was excellent and helpful. Location was great. Close to the train station and easy to get around and access to food and shopping. The only gripe I had was even though the breakfast buffet states they close at 10am, they actually stop serving and taking away food at 9:30. This was not told to me when we paid for the buffet at 9:15. If we had known we only had 15 min to get food and eat, we would have opted for an alternative breakfast.
Calvin
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
6/10 Okay
Bonnie Ho Yan
Travelled with family
Jan 1, 2026
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The front desk staff could be more patient with guests, especially since many of us speak different languages. Two front desk ladies seemed quite impatient when she had trouble understanding English, and her tone made the interaction very uncomfortable.