Ryokan Motonago
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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Ryokan Motonago in Kyoto offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and tatami floors. Each room includes a dining table, refrigerator, TV, and free toiletries. Relaxing Facilities: Guests can enjoy a garden and free WiFi. The ryokan features a public bath, 24-hour front desk, and full-day security. Additional amenities include room service and luggage storage. Dining Experience: Asian breakfast is served with local specialties. Dinner includes a variety of Japanese and Western dishes, highly praised by guests. Prime Location: Located less than 0.6 mi from Gion Shijo Station and Kiyomizu-dera Temple, the ryokan is 29 mi from Itami Airport. Nearby attractions include Shoren-in Temple and Heian Shrine.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Room service
- Garden
- Heating
- Daily housekeeping
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Thomas
United States
“Amazing! The highlight of our trip. This Ryokan is in the perfect location; about a 10 min walk from the river where there’s tons of restaurants and in the heart of Gion. The service was amazing. The experience was amazing. The 11 course dinner is...” - Jonathan
United States
“We had a truly wonderful stay at Ryokan Motonago. From the moment we arrived, we felt warmly welcomed and cared for. The hospitality of the staff was exceptional—genuine, attentive, and full of thoughtfulness that made our experience so...” - Ball
United States
“This was the most luxurious hotel experience I have ever had. Do it. The service and food is spectacular. The property is beautiful.” - Mark
United States
“Wow! Not just a place to stay but an incredible experience” - Harris
United States
“Perfect location in a quiet, historic neighborhood near many sights. Our room was very large. The staff was incredibly attentive and friendly. The Japanese Breakfast is fantastic.” - Jennifer
Canada
“Staff were friendly and very polite and good grasp of English. Our room was huge and the food was very good.” - Becker
United States
“Truly an amazing property and stay. Everything was wonderful — the location, the space, the public baths, and the food! The food! Both dinner and breakfast were incredible. Can’t recommend more.” - Katerinamia
Greece
“The location, the friendliness of the staff, the hospitality, the room was amazing. Everything really.” - Mariedda
United States
“I have never been to a Ryokan before, but based on pictures I have seen, Motonago was beautiful. We reserved the quadruple ( maybe it fits more than 2?) and it was large, beautiful with a full view of the garden. The staff was lovely, great us...” - Jane
United States
“It was my first time staying in a ryokan. We did it for the last night of our trip and I thought it was a great way to experience a traditional one. I don’t know if I would want to stay there a very long time as it is a little strange and hard...”
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Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.






The fine print
For guests booking a room only rate, please note that meals cannot be added on the spot.
Please note that the maximum occupancy of the room includes all children and cannot be exceeded under any circumstances. For extra guests exceeding the room occupancy, guests will be asked to separate rooms and additional charges will apply. Guests may not be accommodated if there is no availability.
An accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 07:00:00.