Ryokan Kyoto Higashiyamaso
605-0862 Kyoto, Kyoto, Higashiyama-ku Kiyomizu 4-159, Japan – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.4/10! (score from 48 reviews)
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The host and staffs are friendly and could give recommendations about the transport methods and beauty spots！At last，I also got the souvenir photo，very pleasant trip here！
United KingdomKindness of the staff, delicious breakfast, and great location for sightseeing and shopping.
United States of AmericaAwesome stay there! we love it there! The staff was sooo friendly and helpful. They even made us a dinner reservation at a really fancy japanese restaurant and told us all the hot spots for great pictures! Would recommend it to everyone.
SwitzerlandThe staff members were extra courteous and just an overall amazing experience
AustraliaRyokan is super close to great temples , gardens , fantastic landscapes and foods . Try the matcha ice creams . The Japanese daily breakfast is delicious and to my taste . I had it nearly everyday of my four nights stay at the ryokan . The mangers were extremely helpful with guiding us to places and polite and gracious everyday . Highly recommend this lovely cute ryokan in the best location money can buy .
AustraliaGood location and great service! Hot bath was especially great after long walk of sight seeing. Great meal too!
South KoreaAmazing staff 😍Helped us with such a lot of things. The little onsen down the building is really beautiful. It was a pleasure to stay there and will stay stay again when I will come to Kyoto.
FranceTypical japanese Hotel and very kind welcome. Thank you !
FranceLe personnel était très accueillant, répondant à toutes nos attentes. La chambre donnait vue sur la Yasaka Tower. Le petit déjeuner était superbe. Je recommande cette place.
FranceIl meglio che ci si può aspettare dell'esperienza del ryokan in città. Esperienza impreziosita dalla splendida cornice di Ninenzaka e Kiyomizudera, a pochi passi dalla struttura. Staff gentilissimo e sempre disponibile, non è possibile non sentirsi almeno un po' a casa una volta varcata la soglia del ryokan. Appena arrivati siamo stati accolti con un tè preparato direttamente in camera dal personale con tanto di dolcetto. La camera era molto spaziosa, fornita di ogni accessorio e con vista sulla pagoda di Yasaka. La colazione in stile giapponese, nella sua semplicità, è stata una delle più buone e complete che abbia mai provato. Torneremo sicuramente.
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Kyoto Higashiyamaso
- What guests loved the most:
“The host and staffs are friendly and could give recommendations about the transport methods and beauty spots！At last，I also got the souvenir photo，very pleasant trip here！”
United Kingdom“Kindness of the staff, delicious breakfast, and great location for sightseeing and shopping. ”
United States of America“Awesome stay there! we love it there! The staff was sooo friendly and helpful. They even made us a dinner reservation at a really fancy japanese restaurant and told us all the hot spots for great pictures! Would recommend it to everyone.”
Switzerland“The staff members were extra courteous and just an overall amazing experience”
Australia“Ryokan is super close to great temples , gardens , fantastic landscapes and foods . Try the matcha ice creams . The Japanese daily breakfast is delicious and to my taste . I had it nearly everyday of my four nights stay at the ryokan . The mangers were extremely helpful with guiding us to places and polite and gracious everyday . Highly recommend this lovely cute ryokan in the best location money can buy .”
Australia“Good location and great service! Hot bath was especially great after long walk of sight seeing. Great meal too!”
South Korea“Amazing staff 😍Helped us with such a lot of things. The little onsen down the building is really beautiful. It was a pleasure to stay there and will stay stay again when I will come to Kyoto.”
France“Typical japanese Hotel and very kind welcome. Thank you !”
France“Le personnel était très accueillant, répondant à toutes nos attentes. La chambre donnait vue sur la Yasaka Tower. Le petit déjeuner était superbe. Je recommande cette place.”“0”
France“Il meglio che ci si può aspettare dell'esperienza del ryokan in città. Esperienza impreziosita dalla splendida cornice di Ninenzaka e Kiyomizudera, a pochi passi dalla struttura. Staff gentilissimo e sempre disponibile, non è possibile non sentirsi almeno un po' a casa una volta varcata la soglia del ryokan. Appena arrivati siamo stati accolti con un tè preparato direttamente in camera dal personale con tanto di dolcetto. La camera era molto spaziosa, fornita di ogni accessorio e con vista sulla pagoda di Yasaka. La colazione in stile giapponese, nella sua semplicità, è stata una delle più buone e complete che abbia mai provato. Torneremo sicuramente. ”“0”
ItalyOnly a 5-minute walk from Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Kyoto Higashiyama offers Japanese-style accommodations with free wired internet access. Some rooms boast views of Yasaka Pagoda, and guests can relax in the public stone bath or look out at the traditional garden. Free WiFi is available at the lobby, and WiFi routers can be borrowed for in-room use.
The air-conditioned rooms feature tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding. Yukata robes are provided for all guests and each room comes with a flat-screen TV, a fridge and an electric kettle with Japanese brown tea bags. Some rooms have an private bathroom, while some share bathrooms and toilets.
Higashiyamaso Kyoto is a 10-minute walk from Kennin-ji Temple and a 15-minute walk from Chion-in Temple. JR Kyoto Train Station is a 10-minute drive away. Bus stop Kiyomizu-michi is a 5-minute walk and Kiyomizu Gojo Train Station is a 15-minute walk away. Kyoto Station is 20 minutes by taxi.
The front desk is available 24 hours. A trouser press can be borrowed, and drink vending machines are on-site.
Kyoto Higashiyamaso serves a daily breakfast at the dining area.
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.
This is our guests' favorite part of Kyoto, according to independent reviews.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.6 for two-person stays.
Located in the top-rated area in Kyoto, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4!
Breakfast Info
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See what guests loved the most:
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Miaotian
United Kingdom
“The host and staffs are friendly and could give recommendations about the transport methods and beauty spots！At last，I also got the souvenir photo，very pleasant trip here！”
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Danny
United States of America
“Kindness of the staff, delicious breakfast, and great location for sightseeing and shopping. ”
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Duner
Switzerland
“Awesome stay there! we love it there! The staff was sooo friendly and helpful. They even made us a dinner reservation at a really fancy japanese restaurant and told us all the hot spots for great pictures! Would recommend it to everyone.”
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Richard
Australia
“The staff members were extra courteous and just an overall amazing experience”
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Lucy
Australia
“Ryokan is super close to great temples , gardens , fantastic landscapes and foods . Try the matcha ice creams . The Japanese daily breakfast is delicious and to my taste . I had it nearly everyday of my four nights stay at the ryokan . The mangers were extremely helpful with guiding us to places and polite and gracious everyday . Highly recommend this lovely cute ryokan in the best location money can buy .” Read more
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Jayeon
South Korea
“Good location and great service! Hot bath was especially great after long walk of sight seeing. Great meal too!”
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Maximilien
France
“Amazing staff 😍Helped us with such a lot of things. The little onsen down the building is really beautiful. It was a pleasure to stay there and will stay stay again when I will come to Kyoto.”
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Emmanuel
France
“Typical japanese Hotel and very kind welcome. Thank you !”
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Julien
France
“Le personnel était très accueillant, répondant à toutes nos attentes. La chambre donnait vue sur la Yasaka Tower. Le petit déjeuner était superbe. Je recommande cette place.”“0” Read more
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Alessandro
Italy
“Il meglio che ci si può aspettare dell'esperienza del ryokan in città. Esperienza impreziosita dalla splendida cornice di Ninenzaka e Kiyomizudera, a pochi passi dalla struttura. Staff gentilissimo e sempre disponibile, non è possibile non sentirsi almeno un po' a casa una volta varcata la soglia del ryokan. Appena arrivati siamo stati accolti con un tè preparato direttamente in camera dal personale con tanto di dolcetto. La camera era molto spaziosa, fornita di ogni accessorio e con vista sulla pagoda di Yasaka. La colazione in stile giapponese, nella sua semplicità, è stata una delle più buone e complete che abbia mai provato. Torneremo sicuramente. ”“0” Read more
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Host Info
Neighborhood info
清水寺から徒歩５分、お部屋から見える八坂の塔まで徒歩２分。三寧坂、二年坂を通りねねの道へ出ると高台寺があります。祇園散策も徒歩圏内で、東山散策にはぴったりの好立地です。 清水寺周辺は、夜は静かな町並みで大変安全な場所です。 京都観光の中で今人気な子供さん連れの方のスポットは、太秦映画村、京都市水族館、嵐山モンキーパークなどがあります。
Languages Spoken
English, Japanese
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Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka0.1 miles
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Ishibe Alley0.2 miles
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Kodai-ji0.3 miles
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Yurufuwari0.3 miles
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Rokuharamitsu-ji Temple0.3 miles
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Jishu Shrine0.4 miles
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Kiyomizu-dera Temple0.4 miles
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Kennin-ji Temple0.4 miles
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Yasaka Shrine0.4 miles
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Maruyama Park0.5 miles
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Restaurant 菊乃井本店0.6 miles
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Restaurant 水簾（Suiren）0.7 miles
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Cafe/Bar ％アラビカ0.1 miles
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Cafe/Bar イノダコーヒー清水支店0.1 miles
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Cafe/Bar スターバックスコーヒー京都二寧坂ヤサカ茶屋店0.2 miles
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Gion Shijo Station0.6 miles
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Shoren-in Temple0.7 miles
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Sanjusangen-do Temple0.8 miles
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Old Rissei Elementary School0.8 miles
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Samurai Kembu Kyoto0.9 miles
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Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall1.2 miles
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Heian Shrine1.3 miles
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Kyoto Station1.5 miles
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Tofuku-ji Temple1.5 miles
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Imperial Palace2.1 miles
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River 鴨川0.5 miles
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Itami Airport24.2 miles
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Kobe Airport40.3 miles
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Kansai International Airport49.2 miles
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Amenities of Kyoto Higashiyamaso
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1
Most popular amenities
Bathroom
- Hairdryer
Outdoors
- Garden
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Room Amenities
- Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
Living Area
- Sitting area
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- Telephone
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Suit press
- Baggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
General
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Languages Spoken
- English
- Japanese
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Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 6 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
Kyoto Higashiyamaso 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
Guests with a tattoo may not be permitted to enter public bathing areas and other public facilities. The public bath can fit up to 4 people at a time.
An accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property.
FAQs about Kyoto Higashiyamaso
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The prices at Kyoto Higashiyamaso may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Kyoto Higashiyamaso is 1.7 miles from the center of Kyoto.
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Check-in at Kyoto Higashiyamaso is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
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Room options at Kyoto Higashiyamaso include:
- Twin
- Triple
- Quad
- BBasic Room
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Guests staying at Kyoto Higashiyamaso can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.0).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Asian
