The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto

4.0 star property
The upscale retreat near Kawaramachi Street puts travelers steps from historic markets while offering delicious meals and drinks to cap off days of exploration

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The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto, in the city's heart, offers a peaceful base for travelers. Guests enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast, easy access to Nishiki Market and Pontocho Alley, a welcoming bar, helpful staff, and in-room WiFi for a smooth stay.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Room options

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Standard Twin Room, No view, Non Smoking (with Lounge Access)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Standard Double Room, No view, Non Smoking (with Lounge Access)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

(For 3 people)Superior Twin Room with Extra bed, Non Smoking (with Lounge Access)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Superior Twin Room, Non Smoking (with Lounge Access)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Superior King Room, Non smoking (with Lounge Access)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

(For 3 people)Deluxe Twin Room with Extra bed, Non Smoking(with Lounge Access)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Deluxe Twin Room, Non Smoking (with Lounge Access)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Deluxe King Room, Non smoking (with Lounge Access)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Corner Balcony Twin Room, Non smoking (with Lounge Access)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Corner Balcony Double Room, Non smoking (with Lounge Access)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

ICONIC Suite, Non smoking (with Lounge Access)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 88 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Superior Double Room, Non Smoking (with Lounge Access)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room - Non-Smoking (with Lounge Access)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Kyoto, a neighborhood in Kyoto, The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto is near a metro station. Nishiki Market and Nijō Castle are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Biwa and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Kyoto Gyoen National Garden and Kyoto Municipal Zoo are also worth visiting. Guests appreciate the hotel's convenience to public transportation: Karasuma Oike Station is just steps away and Marutamachi Station is 7 minutes by foot. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
Map
420 Funayacho Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto, 604-0836

What's nearby

  • 京都市四条河原町交差点の夜の景観。
    Kawaramachi Street
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kyoto_NishikiMarket_6258971_08
    Nishiki Market
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Shijo Street
    Shijo Street
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • 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
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Nijō Castle
    Nijō Castle
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Karasuma Oike Station
    2 min walk
  • Karasuma Station
    12 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM)
    56 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    2 min walk
  • スタンプタウン・コーヒー・ロースターズ (STUMPTOWN COFFEE ROASTERS)
    4 min walk
  • sentido
    1 min walk
  • 汁なし担担麺&麻婆豆腐ラアノウミ烏丸御池店
    2 min walk
  • BEER PUB TAKUMIYA
    2 min walk

About this property

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto

Upscale hotel near Kawaramachi Street
Near Nishiki Market and Pontocho Alley, The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto provides an indoor public bath (no minerals), laundry facilities, and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage, and an elevator
  • A 24-hour front desk and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 125 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, spacious rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and toilets with electronic bidets
  • Refrigerators, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • 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 10:30 AM for a fee: JPY 3,850 for adults and JPY 3,850 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Spa

  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • 1 building
  • 9 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child per adult, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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 3850 for adults and JPY 3850 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
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
Public bath hours are from 6-10 AM and 3 PM-1 AM daily.

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
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM.

What time is check-out at The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto located?

Located in Downtown Kyoto, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Kyoto International Manga Museum and Kawaramachi Street. Shijo Street and Nishiki Market are also within 15 minutes. Karasuma Oike Station is only a 2-minute walk and Marutamachi 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

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 677 out of 834 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 128 out of 834 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 834 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 834 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 834 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff went above and beyond and the hotel was extremely clean
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent front desk staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice clean rooms. Great service. The lounge was a nice perk as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Guadalupe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful hotel in a very convenient location. Terrific buffet breakfast. Really enjoyed the lounge drinks and snacks. Top notch staff. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anuradha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were big. Hotel staff was great. Room was very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was so clean and they cleaned every day which we like it and the staff were wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in perfect location. Rooms were a little small but probably typical. Breakfasts were very good but no dinner available. The staff were excellent and the hotel was immaculate. As a Boutique Hotel we would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Beryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and sizable room, and in a wonderful location near so many must-see attractions. There are also daily lounge receptions 3 times per day with complimentary snacks, tea and drinks
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, and amazingly clean rooms, lobby, and hotel generally. Also near the train station too!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location near the train system. Great amenities and large room for Japan! Onsen and lounge were fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
5 star anywhere in the world. Front desk is amazing. Especially Yokoyama who took many extra steps to care for us during our stay. The Onsen is clean and worth a trip. The nightly cocktail hour was also very enjoyable. Bottom line is that we were so impressed by everyone at this hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was amazing, very spacious, nice clean, onsen was great, very convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Autry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was fine, but staff was exceptional.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shino

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Probably one of the best hotels we ever stayed. Lounge was superb. Breakfast was perfect. Room was clean and spacious. A simply an excellent hotel. See you again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great and we were well looked after. The staff at the hotel were so informative and very happy to please. The lounge was exceptionally wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Staff was friendly. The included afternoon tea and snacks were an amazing perk!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sunshine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless and staff was helpful and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Helpful staff. Amazing location I love the club longue
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vladimir

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a king room. Very nice room with lots of space and all necessary amenities. Very friendly and helpful service. Five stars!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edgar David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay, good location, nice happy hour with free drinks and snacks
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this place has been amazing!!! From the staff being friendly and welcoming! To the rooms being clean and comfortable!!! The amenities were great as well!! Just everything about this place was top notch! The location of this place was super convenient! I would most certainly recommend this hotel! I’m definitely booking this same hotel when I come back to Kyoto!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shino

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room, lounge, breakfast and service. Every single one of the was perfect. Very clean and accommodating staff. Definitely we will come back to staty again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zaaida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a great area. We were able to walk to all the locations we needed to see. Subeay also right across the street.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Close enough to tourist attractions but far enough away to have some quiet after visiting high traffic areas. Laundry in the building was a bonus too.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025