The Ritz-Carlton's Kyoto property — 134 keys on the Kamogawa River, with Forbes Five-Star recognition since 2018.
BrandThe Ritz-Carlton
DestinationKyoto
RegionAsia
Price TierTier 2 ($2k-$5k)
SettingRiverside
Best ForRepeat Kyoto travelers seeking luxury-tier service, F&B-driven guests who want Michelin-starred dining without leaving the property, Ritz-Carlton loyalists collecting Asia properties.
PrivacyHigh
ServiceImpeccable and personalized service
Private PoolNo
Built2014
Renovated2020
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto opened in 2014 on the banks of the Kamogawa River in central Kyoto, with a 2020 renovation updating the property's interiors. The 134 rooms and suites occupy a low-rise riverside structure that follows Kyoto's traditional building-height restrictions, with river-facing rooms
Key Features
Riverside location with stunning views
Luxurious spa and wellness facilities
Fine dining restaurant with three Michelin stars
Traditional tea ceremonies
Exceptional service and hospitality
Dining
Mizuki
La Locanda
The Lobby Lounge
The Bar
Signature Experience
Kaiseki at Mizuki — three Michelin stars executed in a hotel dining room, which is rare in Kyoto where most starred kaiseki operates in standalone machiya.
Riverside Kamogawa location in central Kyoto with Forbes Five-Star consistency, and Mizuki's three Michelin stars give the property a dining anchor that most Kyoto luxury hotels lack on-property.
Signature Suite: Ritz Carlton Suite
Handmade soaps, 600-count linens, Complimentary Internet access, Private balconies, Panoramic views of the Kamo River, Zen gardens, Terraces
