Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Shijo
35.003853, 135.754424Overview
3-star hotel in central Kyoto with daily social hour and cultural activities
Complimentary Social Hour & Cultural Activities
Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Shijo offers a daily social hour from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM with free beer, wine, sake, and snacks in the lobby lounge. Guests can also enjoy a complimentary afternoon sweets hour from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM. The hotel organizes daily cultural activities such as origami, calligraphy, chopstick making, and sake sommelier sessions, all available without extra charge.
On-Site Dining & Grocery Access
The hotel's restaurant serves a buffet breakfast with both Japanese and Western options, including local Kyoto specialties and a cold brew coffee machine. A Life supermarket is located directly downstairs, offering fresh food, bakery items, and ready-to-eat meals. Guests also have access to a complimentary water station with hot and cold filtered water, and a vending machine for additional beverages.
Room Amenities & Technology
Each room at Richmond Hotel Kyoto Shijo is equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kettle, a fridge, and a safety deposit box. The bathrooms feature a separate toilet and bathtub, with bath salts provided. Laundry machines are available on-site, and guests can monitor the status of washers and dryers directly from the in-room TV.
Central Location & Transportation
The hotel is situated within a 5-minute walk from Shijo and Karasuma stations, providing easy access to Kyoto's subway and bus network. Several bus stops are within 700 ft, including a direct bus to Kyoto Station. Nearby attractions include the Kyoto International Manga Museum, Gion Shijo Station, and the Tin Toy & Doll Museum, all reachable on foot or by a short bus ride.
Guest Services & Convenience
Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto provides a 24-hour front desk with luggage storage, currency exchange, and private check-in/check-out. The property offers free WiFi throughout, and an amenities stand near the lobby elevators where guests can pick up toiletries, facial products, and coffee. For business travelers, the hotel has a fax/photocopying service and a designated smoking area.
- Social Hour: Daily 5-8 PM free beer, wine, sake & snacks
- Cultural Activities: Daily origami, calligraphy, chopstick making, sake sommelier
- Breakfast: Buffet with Japanese specialty dishes & cold brew coffee
- Location: 5 min walk to Shijo and Karasuma stations
- Supermarket: Life market directly below the hotel
- Laundry: In-room TV shows machine status
- Guest Services: 24-hour front desk, currency exchange, luggage storage
License number: 京都市指令 保医セ 第218号
Rooms and availability
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Max:5 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds1 Double bed1 Single bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds
Facilities
Main facilities
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Flat-screen TV
Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Restaurant
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
Room view
- City view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Shijo
| 💵 Lowest room price | 100 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 1.0 mi |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 29.6 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Itami, ITM |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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