Ryokan Arashiyama Benkei
616-8385 Kyoto, Kyoto, Ukyo-ku Saga Tenryuji Susukinobaba-cho 34, Japan – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.4/10! (score from 100 reviews)
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Loved the zen vibe and staff was so friendly. Really got a feel for a traditional Japanese inn. The private onsen was partially outside so you could look out to the stars
United States of AmericaBoth the dinner and breakfast was delicious and exceeded expectations. The staff was amazing and kind about letting us store our luggage. Amazing experience!!! Thank you!!!
United States of AmericaThis ryokan was phenomenal! Talk about luxury, it was worth every penny. I wish we had been able to spend more than one night. We booked a room with a private bath because my husband wasn't keen on public onsen and I have a small tattoo which was not allowed per guidelines. The windows opened in the private bath and looked out on the courtyard garden which was gorgeous! The futons were more comfortable than a regular hotel bed. While dinner was not included, it was a fabulous experience and the food was to die for. So luxurious and the perfect amount considering it was 10 courses. Would highly recommend.
United States of AmericaThe staffs offered exceptional services. The only way to top that is to stay a few more days. We enjoyed the private hot springs. The location was closed to all the key scenic attractions in Arashiyama. We enjoyed it and will recommend to anyone we are going to visit the area.
United States of AmericaAmazing food and very hospitable staff in a beautiful location. All our ryokan expectations were exceeded, along with full amenities and modern comforts with personalized touches.
NetherlandsThe service was top notch. They accommodate vegans and vegetarians. Very comfortable stay. Breakfast was good.
United States of AmericaPerfect location. Like a slice of paradise. Super easy walk to everything which is helpful Because the bamboo forest becomes jam packed with tourists between 9 and 5 so we walked over around sunset and at 7:15am and virtually had it to ourselves.
United States of AmericaJust unbeatable. Staff unexpectedly included meals in our rate which were impeccable. And Arashimaya district was the best choice for a visit to kyoto.
United States of AmericaLoved the location. Service was excellent. A Japanese experience not to be missed!
United States of AmericaThe whole experience was fantastic! The room and view were beautiful. The food was delicious.
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Located along the Katsura River in the western part of Kyoto, Arashiyama Benkei offers traditional Japanese accommodations with indoor and outdoor natural hot spring baths. The rooms are fitted with tatami (woven-straw) flooring and futon bedding, and guests can enjoy in-room dinners while wearing yukata robes.
Japanese-style rooms feature a TV, a fridge and an electric kettle are provided in the room, along with free green tea bags.
Benkei Arashiyama is located a 5-minute walk from Keifuku Arashiyama Station and a 15-minute walk from JR Saga Arashiyama Station. JR Kyoto Station is a 25-minute train ride. Popular tourist attractions like Nijo-jo Castle and Kinkaku-ji Temple can be reached within a 20-minute train ride. Free shuttle buses to the nearest station run every morning.
Delicately prepared multi-course dinner is served in the guest room with a Nakai (personal attendant) service. Japanese breakfast can be enjoyed at the large dining room with other guests.
The ryokan offers karaoke and massage facilities at extra charge. Photocopiers and drink vending machines are available.
This property is a ryokan, which is a type of traditional Japanese Inn. Learn more
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- What's a ryokan?
- A ryokan is a traditional Japanese inn. They usually feature bathhouses, multicourse dinners, communal spaces where guests can relax, and rooms with woven-straw flooring and futon mats. Like hotels, a range of ryokans (from budget to luxury) is available. What originated centuries ago as a free rest house for long-distance travelers has evolved into a popular destination for relaxation surrounded by therapeutic mineral springs.
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- What are the big differences between a ryokan and a hotel?
- Unlike a hotel, where the guest room is just a place to turn in for the night, a ryokan is more than just a place to sleep. In Japan, many travelers journey long distances to relax in a hot spring bath and feast on a traditional multicourse dinner – staying in a ryokan is an experience in and of itself. These ryokans typically have Japanese-style rooms with woven-straw floors and futon beds (no Western beds and carpeting). You should also remove your shoes at the entrance of the room, or before you enter it. Modern ryokans might serve buffet-style meals in a dining area, while more traditional ryokans tend to serve in-room dinners. Some ryokan rooms have a private bathroom, and others might just have a shared bathroom.
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- What's a kaiseki meal?
- Kaiseki is the culinary highlight at a ryokan, embodying beautifully presented dishes that delight both the palate and the eyes. Every one of the 10 to 15 dishes that make up the multicourse Japanese dinner is prepared in a way that highlights the unique textures, colors, and flavors of featured seasonal ingredients and local specialties. Most commonly served at special restaurants and ryokans, a traditional kaiseki dinner usually consists of bite-size appetizers, fresh sashimi (raw fish, like sushi), soup, grilled fish or meat, a hot-pot dish, rice with miso soup, and a small dessert.
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- What's a yukata?
- A yukata is a casual summer kimono or robe, typically made of light cotton. Many ryokans provide guests with yukata robes during their stay. In some areas, it's common to see guests strolling through the neighborhood in their yukatas. The loose-fitting garment is perfect for sleeping and relaxing in.
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- How should I wear a yukata?
- First, put your arms through the sleeves like you would with a robe. Take the right side of the yukata and wrap it across your body. Then, take the left side and wrap it over the right, making sure that the robe is level at your ankles. Pinning the yukata closed on the right side, wrap the sash around your waist a couple of times and then tie a bow. Generally, the bow is tied around the waist for women, and the hips for men.
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- What's a Japanese hot spring (onsen)?
- Onsen (literally "hot spring") is a term often used to refer to both the mineral-rich hot springs and the bathing facilities that house them. Whether the bath is public or private, gender-segregated or mixed, indoor or outdoor, soaking and unwinding in the soothing geothermal waters at an onsen is a millennia-old custom deeply embedded in Japanese culture.
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- What's standard bathing etiquette?
- At a bathhouse—onsen or not—guests are expected to remove all clothing in their respective changing rooms before entering the bathing area. As a common courtesy, once inside the bathing area, guests should wash and rinse their bodies thoroughly before quietly stepping into the hot water. Whether you relax in solitude or converse softly with others is up to you, but guests should always be mindful of others. Wash towels are often used to cover one’s private areas while walking around. However, note that you should not put towels in the water.
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- Why are tattoos not allowed?
- While tattoos have become more popular among Japan's youth, many Japanese people still associate them with outlaws and organized crime. Nowadays, not all businesses ban customers with tattoos, but you might still be refused admission to bathhouses and swimming pools. Small tattoos can be covered up using waterproof bandaids, but keep in mind that each property has the final say on what’s acceptable.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)
Breakfast Info
Asian
Free Private Parking Available On Site
Open-air bath, Bathhouse, Hot spring bath
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See what guests loved the most:
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Brianne
United States of America“Loved the zen vibe and staff was so friendly. Really got a feel for a traditional Japanese inn. The private onsen was partially outside so you could look out to the stars ”
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Tina
United States of America
“Both the dinner and breakfast was delicious and exceeded expectations. The staff was amazing and kind about letting us store our luggage. Amazing experience!!! Thank you!!!”
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Kimberly
United States of America
“This ryokan was phenomenal! Talk about luxury, it was worth every penny. I wish we had been able to spend more than one night. We booked a room with a private bath because my husband wasn't keen on public onsen and I have a small tattoo which was not allowed per guidelines. The windows opened in the private bath and looked out on the courtyard garden which was gorgeous! The futons were more comfortable than a regular hotel bed. While dinner was not included, it was a fabulous experience and the food was to die for. So luxurious and the perfect amount considering it was 10 courses. Would highly recommend.” Read more
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Ngan
United States of America
“The staffs offered exceptional services. The only way to top that is to stay a few more days. We enjoyed the private hot springs. The location was closed to all the key scenic attractions in Arashiyama. We enjoyed it and will recommend to anyone we are going to visit the area.” Read more
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Aida
Netherlands“Amazing food and very hospitable staff in a beautiful location. All our ryokan expectations were exceeded, along with full amenities and modern comforts with personalized touches.”
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Christopher
United States of America
“The service was top notch. They accommodate vegans and vegetarians. Very comfortable stay. Breakfast was good.”
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Elisabeth
United States of America
“Perfect location. Like a slice of paradise. Super easy walk to everything which is helpful Because the bamboo forest becomes jam packed with tourists between 9 and 5 so we walked over around sunset and at 7:15am and virtually had it to ourselves.”
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Gina
United States of America
“Just unbeatable. Staff unexpectedly included meals in our rate which were impeccable. And Arashimaya district was the best choice for a visit to kyoto.”
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Laurie
United States of America
“Loved the location. Service was excellent. A Japanese experience not to be missed!”
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Meredeth
United States of America
“The whole experience was fantastic! The room and view were beautiful. The food was delicious.”
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Company info
私は嵐山辨慶の三代目で京都の文化・風土の良さ敷いては京都の良さを世界中の皆様にお伝えできればと考えております。また当館のスタッフはすべて日本の着物を着用し皆様をお迎えしております。旅館という日本文化の中で日頃の疲れをいやすお手伝いをさせていただきます。
Property info
嵐山辨慶は天下の名勝嵐山の真向かいに位置し、世界文化遺産の天龍寺にほど近いところに位置する京料理旅館で伝統の京料理と肌触りの優しい嵐山温泉の宿です。ホテルタイプと違い基本夕食と朝食をお部屋にて提供する旅館となります。
Neighborhood info
嵐山辨慶の位置する渡月橋の上流は古くは平安時代から貴族しか立ち入ることのできない舟遊びの御用地でした。現在もこの地は嵐山・大堰川・渡月橋と皆様の癒しの場所であり、最近では当館から徒歩にて行ける嵐山モンキーパーク・竹林も世界的に有名な観光地としてにぎわっております。
Languages Spoken
English, Japanese, Korean, Chinese
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Togetsu-kyo Bridge0.1 miles
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Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama0.2 miles
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Tenryu-ji Temple0.2 miles
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Nonomiya Shrine0.3 miles
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Arashiama Bamboo Grove0.3 miles
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Kurumazaki Shrine0.8 miles
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Restaurant ぎゃあてい0.2 miles
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Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple1.5 miles
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Katsura Imperial Villa2.8 miles
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Kinkaku-ji Temple3.5 miles
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Kitano Tenmangu Shrine3.6 miles
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Nijo Castle4.1 miles
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Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall4.8 miles
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Kyoto International Manga Museum4.8 miles
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Imperial Palace5 miles
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Kyoto Station5.1 miles
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Old Rissei Elementary School5.4 miles
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River 桂川0 miles
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Mountain 嵐山0.3 miles
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Train Keifuku Arashiyama Station0.2 miles
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Train Torokko Arashiyama Station0.4 miles
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Train Hankyu Arashiyama Station0.4 miles
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Train Saga Arashiyama Station0.5 miles
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Itami Airport20.7 miles
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Kobe Airport36.7 miles
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Kansai International Airport46.8 miles
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- Electric car charging station
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Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
There's no capacity for cribs at this property.
This property doesn't offer extra beds.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Arashiyama Benkei accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine print
Free shuttle busses to the nearest station leave the property at 09:00 and 09:30.
Guests with a tattoo may not be permitted to enter public bathing areas and other public facilities.
A private-use bath is available at an extra charge on a first-come first-served basis.
Please note that child rate applies to children between the ages of 5-12. Guests traveling with children must indicate the number of children in the special request box at the time of booking. For more information, please contact the property directly.
Guests arriving after check-in hours must inform the property in advance. If the property is not informed, the booking may be treated as a no show. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.
An accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property.
FAQs about Arashiyama Benkei
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Arashiyama Benkei is 4.3 miles from the center of Kyoto.
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Guests staying at Arashiyama Benkei can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.8).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Asian
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Room options at Arashiyama Benkei include:
- Quad
- Triple
- Family
- Suite
- Twin
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The following parking options are available to guests staying at Arashiyama Benkei (subject to availability):
- Parking on site
- Private Parking
- Parking
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Free parking
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Arashiyama Benkei offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Massage
- Cycling
- Karaoke
- Hot spring bath
- Open-air bath
- Bathhouse
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Check-in at Arashiyama Benkei is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
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The prices at Arashiyama Benkei may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
