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About a 7-minute walk from JR Kyoto Train Station and a 3-minute walk to Nishi-Hongan-ji Temple, Ryokan Shimizu is a non-smoking property that provides air-conditioned Japanese rooms with free Wi-Fi and a private bathroom. Rental bicycles are available at an additional charge. Guests at Shimizu Ryokan can experience traditional Japanese-style sleeping arrangements, with futon bedding on a tatami (woven-straw) floor. Rooms include a TV, a fridge and a tea maker. The en suite bath has toiletries. Higashi-Hongan-ji Temple is a 5-minute walk away, while Gojo Subway Station is a 10-minute walk. Sanjusangen-do Temple is 2 km away. On-site parking is possible, for a fee. Housed in a traditional “machiya-zukuri” building, the hotel includes a small garden and a hot bath that can be reserved for private use.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Kyoto, this property has an excellent location score of 9.3


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Guest reviews
Review score
Guest review summary
This is an automated summary based on 104 reviews from the past 12 months.
Guests loved Ryokan Shimizu's <b>convenient location</b> near Kyoto Station and the quiet neighbourhood. The staff and hosts were praised for their friendliness and helpfulness. Guests enjoyed the traditional Japanese <b>breakfast</b> and appreciated the clean, <b>comfortable rooms</b>. Public transport options were also nearby.
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Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
9.2
High score for Kyoto

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Babette
    Hong Kong Hong Kong
    It was homey and had a friendly, welcoming vibe. Always squeaky clean and guests observed each other’s privacy. Close proximity to Kyoto station and other historical sights. And it was in a very quiet neighborhood.
  • Hoai
    Vietnam Vietnam
    The owner is so friendly and nice. We have wonderful night there
  • Sayna
    Italy Italy
    It was a perfect experience. Everything was just perfect and memorable.
  • Brian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Quaint, quiet, unbelievable attentiveness of the staff. Amazing attention to detail with the rooms, breakfast and at the end of the stay they take an instant photo for your memory.
  • Deborah
    South Africa South Africa
    This was an amazing Royokan and the staff were so friendly, giving us a gift when we left. The room and bathroom were spacious. The beds comfortable and it was tens mins from Kyoto station.
  • Fabiana
    Sweden Sweden
    very nice personal, extremely kind. nice Japanese experience.
  • Sergio
    Netherlands Netherlands
    It was a very traditional experience, with good food, good bath available and the good room structure. Staff was also very helpful with our needs and requests
  • Charles
    Ireland Ireland
    The hotel owner was very helpful and his facilities for the private baths were excellent. Loved the whole experience of staying at a small family run hotel....that personal touch is invaluable.
  • Melanie
    Germany Germany
    The holder of this ryokan were such a lovely and welcoming family! They always try to help when you need anything and give you advises for Kyoto. The small apartments were so lovely. It was amazing to experience the old living and sleeping style...
  • Mark
    Australia Australia
    Great location near enough to Kyoto train station. Very comfortable.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Ryokan Shimizu
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Garden
  • Heating
  • Daily housekeeping

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional bathroom
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower

Outdoors

  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • TV

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
No parking available.

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Luggage storage

Reception services

  • Invoice provided

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Adult only
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Japanese

House rules
Ryokan Shimizu takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 00:00 and 06:00
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 06:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Smoking is strictly prohibited in the property. If guests are found smoking within property premises, they will be asked to leave immediately. No refunds will be given.

In addition, 1-person rooms can only accommodate 1 persons, 2-person rooms can only accommodate 2 persons, and 3-person rooms must be booked by a group of 3 guests.

Children including infants cannot be accommodated at this property. Guests with children will not be permitted to check-in, and will be charged cancellation fees.

The property will not be able to provide a room for guests checking in with children on the arrival day.

The hotel has a curfew at 00:00. Guests cannot enter or leave the hotel after this time.

When settling the bill, the hotel will accept cash only (in Japanese yen). The full amount of the reservation must be paid when checking in.

All rates are fixed and cannot be discounted.

For security reasons, only guests staying at this hotel are allowed in the guest rooms. Please note friends and family members visiting the guests are not permitted in the guest rooms.

Check-in before 16:00 is not possible. Luggage storage is offered free of charge from 10:00 on the check-in date. Luggage storage service is not available after check-out for security.

To cancel or modify your booking, you must do so through your account on booking.com or via booking.com customer service.

Please inform Ryokan Shimizu in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

An accommodation tax per person per night is not included in the price and needs to be paid at the property.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 06:00:00.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Ryokan Shimizu

  • Check-in at Ryokan Shimizu is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Ryokan Shimizu offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Ryokan Shimizu is 0.7 miles from the centre of Kyoto. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Ryokan Shimizu may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Room options at Ryokan Shimizu include:

      • Twin
      • Triple
      • Single
      • Double