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RIHGA PLACE KYOTO SHIJO KARASUMA

2.5 star property
Kyoto's vibrant streets await just outside this well-placed hotel, where travelers can enjoy local cuisine on-site or venture to nearby Nishiki Market.

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RIHGA PLACE KYOTO SHIJO KARASUMA is near Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley. Guests enjoy free in-room WiFi, laundry facilities, and authentic Japanese dishes at the hotel restaurant. The location consistently earns high marks from previous guests.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AED 207
AED 228 total
28 Jun - 29 Jun

Room options

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Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

King Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, Non Smoking | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Single Room, Non Smoking | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Single Room, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Twin Room | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Shimogyo Ward, a neighborhood in Kyoto, is home to RIHGA PLACE KYOTO SHIJO KARASUMA. Shijo Street and Kawaramachi Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and Lake Biwa. Kyoto Aquarium and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden are also worth visiting. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
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551 Sannocho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8424

What's nearby

  • Shijo Street
    Shijo Street
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kyoto_NishikiMarket_6258971_08
    Nishiki Market
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • 京�都市四条河原町交差点の夜の景観。
    Kawaramachi Street
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Ponto-cho is a Hanamachi district in Kyoto Japan. There are many geisha houses, traditional tea houses, historical architectures and riverbed style cuisine restaurants.
    Pontocho Alley
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street
    13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Shijo Station
    4 min walk
  • Gojo Station
    7 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM)
    52 min drive

Restaurants

  • 高木珈琲店 高辻店
    1 min walk
  • Kimono Tea House Maikoya
    1 min walk
  • イルキャンティ京都　四条室町店
    1 min walk
  • BISTRO BAR A VIN C(ビストロ バール ア ヴァン セー)
    1 min walk
  • BELLOTA MUCHO (ベジョータ ムーチョ)
    1 min walk

About this property

RIHGA PLACE KYOTO SHIJO KARASUMA

  • Hotel near Nishiki Market
  • Close to Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley, RIHGA PLACE KYOTO SHIJO KARASUMA provides laundry facilities, a restaurant, and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage, and a vending machine
    • An elevator and a 24-hour front desk
  • Room features
  • All 95 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
    • LCD TVs with digital channels
    • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: JPY 2,200 for adults and JPY 1,100 for children
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (31 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 2200 for adults and JPY 1100 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file

Frequently asked questions

Is RIHGA PLACE KYOTO SHIJO KARASUMA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at RIHGA PLACE KYOTO SHIJO KARASUMA?

As of 28 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at RIHGA PLACE KYOTO SHIJO KARASUMA on 28 June 2026 start from AED 207, 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.

How much is parking?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at RIHGA PLACE KYOTO SHIJO KARASUMA?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at RIHGA PLACE KYOTO SHIJO KARASUMA?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is RIHGA PLACE KYOTO SHIJO KARASUMA located?

Located in Shimogyo Ward, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Shijo Street, Kawaramachi Street, and Nishiki Market. Pontocho Alley and Kyoto Tower are also within 1 mi (2 km). Shijo Station is only a 4-minute walk and Gojo Station is 7 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

RIHGA PLACE KYOTO SHIJO KARASUMA Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 88 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Desmond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean and comfortable and the staff was friendly and helpful. We sent our luggage here and it was handled well by the staff. Breakfast was very good and the breakfast staff were wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great amenities, all standard facilities. Comfy room. The receptionist were all helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was superb, beyond anuthing i have stayed for a three star hotel it felt like a 5 star hotel. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Iris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location. Very nice room and services. Will recommend to friends
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Maile

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The service and the breakfast was excellent. The room was clean and comfortable, but it was on the smaller side.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hakan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very polite and friendly hotel staff helped us in every situation.The rooms are small, clean and useful. The location of the hotel is very good, 150 m from the metro stop. Many places you would like to visit in the city center are within walking distance. We left the hotel very satisfied, thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Yoko

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean quiet minimum needs. First floor has a strong smoking smell.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Chen-Ying

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel staff were polite and very welcoming. The room was clean, and the bed was comfortable. However, the hotel is located in a small alley, so it’s a bit of a walk to the nearest subway and bus stops, as well as to the closest convenience store. The in-room amenities were limited—basic items were provided, but there were no more detailed touches such as hair ties, a comb, or bath salts. The coffee in the lobby wasn’t very good, and there were no other welcome drinks available. Additionally, the refrigerator in the room did not have a freezer function, so it wasn’t possible to store ice cream. Overall, it is a comfortable hotel that meets basic needs. Thank you for the hospitality.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Compact room but great use of the space. I appreciated the mini fridge, slippers and night gown that were free to use with the room. There was also a microwave in the lobby along with free coffee. I communicated just fine with the staff in English, they were accommodating for storing luggage early before checkin. The lobby was nicely decorated. I love the giant stone/moss ball.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Min

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The hotel is within walking distance to the Karasuma Line and bus stops, making travel and sightseeing easy. However, the bathroom was quite dirty, there were some brown stains near the drain, and the shower curtains had black spots/mold on them. Would choose another hotel next time we visit Kyoto.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay near the shopping district, a station, and a luggage delivery service. Would stay again if I'm ever in Kyoto!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay here! Would definitely choose this place again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Yoko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gets crowded with foreign group checking in but overall it was a pleasant stay near the city center
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

??

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
OK
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service

Not very good English at front desk

Must prepaid the whole stay, meaning you cannot move out even you are not happy with the hotel in the early stay. Difficult to communicate with front desk for in English for assistance. Better to Google.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Der Eingangsbereich lädt schon zum verweilen ein und man fühlte sich sofort wohl. Die Zimmer sind sehr schön und sauber. Das Frühstück war lecker, besonders natürlich die Onigiris, die frisch zubereitet werden.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Moritz

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Positiv: - gute Lage, Nähe zur U-Bahn- Station - kostenloser Kaffee - nettes Personal Negativ: - mäßig sauber - Zimmer im zweiten Stock riecht nach Rauch
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tutto perfetto eccetto la non flessibilità del personale. Ho chiesto la cortesia di avere una stampa ma non si sono dimostrati pronti ad aiutare.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ishikura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
部屋もキレイでスタッフの対応もとても良くすごしやすかったです。 ただ、清掃の部分でお風呂掃除、ゴミ回収、タオルの交換がワンセットのカードになっていて、部屋に入られたくなかったこちらとしては、ゴミ回収とタオル交換だけお願いしたかったのですが、そのカードがなくどうしていいかわからない部分がありました。 タオルだけはフロントにお願いしたらもらえました！
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Masami

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
受験で利用したのですが、学校までのアクセスを相談したところ、スタッフの方が大変親身に対応してくださいました。激励の言葉もいただき、とても気持ちの支えになりました。単なる事務的な対応ではなく、困っている私達の気持ちに寄り添ってくださる姿勢に感動しました。ありがとうございました。 朝食会場のスタッフの方も気持ちの込もった対応をしていただき、朝の力になりました。 １つ残念だったのは、お掃除が大雑把だったことです。例えば、結構減っていたトイレットペーパーの補充ができてなかったり、コップ類が新しい物になってなかったり‥もう少し仕上がりを確認していただけたら良いと思いした。
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nobuhisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
丁寧な接客でした。 客室も綺麗で大変満足です
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

NAOKI

食べれませんでした。
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

?

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
素晴らしい
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Limpio y juen desayuno
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tatsuya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
朝食レストラン、少しBGMあった方が雰囲気も良いと思う
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025