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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Kinkaku in Kyoto offers a 2-star ryokan experience with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and shared bathrooms. Guests enjoy free WiFi, a sun terrace, and a tranquil garden. Convenient Facilities: The ryokan provides private and express check-in and check-out services, a lounge, outdoor seating area, picnic area, and a tour desk. Additional amenities include a paid shuttle service and paid parking. Local Attractions: Located 31 mi from Itami Airport, Kinkaku is near Shoren-in Temple (1.9 mi), Samurai Kembu Kyoto and Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple (2.5 mi), Heian Shrine and Kiyomizu-dera Temple (3.7 mi), and TKP Garden City Kyoto (4.3 mi). Guests appreciate the quietness of the area and the beautiful garden.
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Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Parking
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle
- Laundry
- Garden
- Heating
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Jordy
United States
“I loved the location and the proximity to the canal and walking area. The proximity to the subway helped offset concerns around being more out of the way as a less than 15 minute walk would take me to the subway.” - Charles
United States
“The amazing traditional Japanese home and wood working! The yard is amazing. It is in a quiet neighborhood away from the hustle and bustle in the main areas of Kyoto!” - Kira
Germany
“I loved the house and the neighborhood. All of it was so beautiful. Right in the "backyard" is a nature walk so perfect if you love that. The futon was super confortable and the bed sheet extremely soft.” - Gwyn
United States
“Excellent rooms, owner was very helpful in helping us find our way around Kyoto and attractions. Rooms were large compared to other ryokan we've stayed at. Great for the price!” - Msapm
United States
“We liked our tatami rooms with ample closet space, the large kitchen for cooking / eating, the location was very convenient to a major subway line that let us connect to anywhere we wanted to go. The residential neighborhood is lovely, and quiet...” - Anonymous
United States
“The property was very quiet and peaceful, set in a beautiful neighborhood.” - Nikolaos
United Kingdom
“The Ryokan is nested up on the hill and the neighbourhood was really pretty with nice walks to go around and see temples, nature etc. Not far from the station and a lovely Izakaya called "Ippin". It is a modern day Ryokan, but it's all self...” - Aoife
United Kingdom
“A sanctuary in the most peaceful place I've ever seen, we found ourselves spending time just enjoying the location and the peace around us. If you have the chance to stay here you should in a heartbeat.” - Eva
United Kingdom
“Basic guest house but the location was stunning and it was very clean. A great way to experience authentic Japan away from tourist crowds in a place of exceptional beauty. We loved it here !” - Michael
Australia
“Traditional style Japanese home with beautiful scenery.”
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Child policies
Children over 8 are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.




The fine print
Please note that this property is cash only.
An accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property.
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