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    3. When to visit Kyoto
    March 2025
    46ºF
    11 days of rain
    Less busy
    No bank holidays
    April 2025
    56ºF
    10 days of rain
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    No bank holidays
    May 2025
    65ºF
    10 days of rain
    Moderately busy
    May 26
    Memorial Day (US)
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    72ºF
    13 days of rain
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    Juneteenth (US)
    July 2025
    79ºF
    14 days of rain
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    Jul 04
    Independence Day (US)
    August 2025
    82ºF
    Hottest month
    12 days of rain
    Moderately busy
    No bank holidays
    September 2025
    74ºF
    12 days of rain
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    Sep 02
    Labor Day (US)
    October 2025
    63ºF
    10 days of rain
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    Oct 14
    Indigenous Peoples' Day (US)
    November 2025
    53ºF
    9 days of rain
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    Nov 11
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    Nov 28
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    December 2025
    43ºF
    10 days of rain
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    Dec 24
    Christmas Eve (US)
    Dec 25
    Christmas Day (US)
    January 2026
    39ºF
    Coldest month
    10 days of rain
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    February 2026
    40ºF
    9 days of rain
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    Feb 17
    Presidents Day (US)
  16. Ryokan
    A Ryokan is a traditional Japanese accommodation which typically features ‘futon’ (folding mattresses) on ‘tatami’ (straw mat) floors. Many Ryokan are known for their public baths (typically "Onsen" hot springs) and their traditional cuisine. 24/7 front desk service is not guaranteed for this accommodation type.

    16. Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto

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    Ryokan
    3.5 of 5 bubbles
    3 reviews
    #16 Best Value of 20 5-Star Hotels in Kyoto
    By MBHK8010
    "This hotel is i think going through the early open pains as service just seemed a bit off, perhaps it is hard to hire quality staff in this current Japan travel environment. The breakfast service was horrible with..."
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  17. 17. Aman Kyoto

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    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    68 reviews
    #17 Best Value of 20 5-Star Hotels in Kyoto
    By Chan
    "I often travel around the world and most..."
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  18. Ryokan
    A Ryokan is a traditional Japanese accommodation which typically features ‘futon’ (folding mattresses) on ‘tatami’ (straw mat) floors. Many Ryokan are known for their public baths (typically "Onsen" hot springs) and their traditional cuisine. 24/7 front desk service is not guaranteed for this accommodation type.

    18. Genhouin

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    Ryokan
    4.5 of 5 bubbles
    12 reviews
    #18 Best Value of 20 5-Star Hotels in Kyoto
    By julieistage
    "This ryokan is perfect for visitors to..."

  19. 19. Hotel Hashitabi Nijojo

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  20. 20. Kyoto Kotobuki

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  22. Ryokan
    A Ryokan is a traditional Japanese accommodation which typically features ‘futon’ (folding mattresses) on ‘tatami’ (straw mat) floors. Many Ryokan are known for their public baths (typically "Onsen" hot springs) and their traditional cuisine. 24/7 front desk service is not guaranteed for this accommodation type.

    Rakurakuso

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    Ryokan
    4.5 of 5 bubbles
    10 reviews
    10.4 miles from Kyoto
    "This was easily my most memorable meal in..."

  30. Hotel Hankyu International

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    4.5 of 5 bubbles
    820 reviews
    25.4 miles from Kyoto
    "Fantastic luxury hotel."
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kyoto hotels
Some of the more popular 5-star hotels near Kiyomizu-dera Temple include:
Hyatt Regency Kyoto - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Dhawa Yura Kyoto - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Popular 5-star hotels in Kyoto that have a pool include:
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Hotel Granvia Kyoto - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Some of the best 5-star hotels in Kyoto are:
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Hotel Okura Kyoto - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Hyatt Regency Kyoto - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
A gym is available to guests at the following 5-star hotels in Kyoto:
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Hotel Okura Kyoto - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Hyatt Regency Kyoto - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
These 5-star hotels in Kyoto have great views and are well-liked by travelers:
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Hotel Okura Kyoto - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
These 5-star hotels in Kyoto have been described as romantic by other travelers:
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Dhawa Yura Kyoto - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Families traveling in Kyoto enjoyed their stay at the following 5-star hotels:
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Hotel Okura Kyoto - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Hyatt Regency Kyoto - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
These 5-star hotels in Kyoto have a spa:
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Hyatt Regency Kyoto - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Kids enjoy a variety of activities at these 5-star hotels in Kyoto:
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Hotel Okura Kyoto - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Suiran, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
The following 5-star hotels in Kyoto offer babysitting services to their guests:
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Aman Kyoto - Traveler rating: 4/5
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  1. Hyatt Regency Kyoto
  2. The Junei Hotel 京都
  3. Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
  4. Park Hyatt Kyoto
  5. The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto
  6. Dusit Thani Kyoto
  7. Hilton Kyoto
  8. Hotel The Mitsui Kyoto
  9. Suiran, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto
  10. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
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