Reviewed: August 2, 2023
Deborah
United States of AmericaNothing
Breakfast was very good.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: June 12, 2023
Makr
United States of AmericaI didn’t like how hot it could get at night during the summer.
I liked the old feel it gave.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: May 7, 2023
Daniel
ThailandLovely Ryokan with a great location in Gion. Excellent service from Kanji-san and the entire team. Highly recommend the Keiseki dinner. And breakfast was such a delight - especially the Yuzu porridge. The ryokan is well maintained with nicely landscaped courtyard gardens and water features. Very charming place.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: March 15, 2023
Marie-josee
CanadaWould have been nice to have a choice of breakfast after having the very good and big Japanese breakfast for a couple of days.
Superb authentic ryokan with the amenities of a big hotel. Bathroom are small but they reflect the ryokan style.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: January 8, 2023
Nadia
United KingdomWe had read that staying at a top Ryokan is a once in a lifetime stay and this is certainly reflected in the price (£600 for one night). It is where you are supposed to experience famous Japanese hospitality at its best and be transported to a little oasis for your time there. We arrived on a main road and lugged our extremely heavy suitcases up the stairs to be greeted by a stern receptionist. We were told the time of our dinner and breakfast and left in our room (to have green tea which was nice) but left with no other information, like when we’re supposed to wear the robes, etc, other than where the tv remote and robes were. You can hear the road and crossing very loudly. Because there’s quite a high turnover of guests staying for one or two nights, it all felt very impersonal and we actually had a much warmer welcome experience at a little Airbnb the following day in a ski resort. If you love raw fish, fish broths, and intensely fishy seasoning etc then you will enjoy the food. We knew that being English and not enormous fish lovers that the food would different and challenging (and that it was a set menu not designed to be changed) but we wanted to try everything and experience something new. Both meals were beautifully presented, interesting, and prepared with care just sadly not to our taste. Overall we are glad we stayed as it was a unique experience but it sadly fell short of our expectations.
The rooms and communal spaces were extremely charming and beautifully maintained. The beds are really comfortable and there is a lovely wooden bath. The dining room is beautiful, we especially enjoyed the heated floor under the tables and getting to wear the robes to breakfast and dinner.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: December 28, 2022
Yunyi
New ZealandSuper comfortable, welcoming ryokan with the best location. Breakfast was also delicious!!! Will definitely come back next time Im in Kyoto. Thank you for providing us with such an amazing place to stay at.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: December 25, 2022
Serena
Switzerlandamazing food and service. Perfect location in Gion, one of the most charming district in Kyoto
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: December 13, 2022
Ana
Singaporelots of steps , so a bit difficult with big luggage
Traditional Japanese experience and the heard of Ghion ! amazing dinner and breakfast
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: December 7, 2022
Sarah
Singaporeclean and beautiful
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: October 18, 2022
Ladell
United States of AmericaNothing comfortable to relax on in the afternoons
The property was aesthetically pleasing. The staff friendly and helpful
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: June 25, 2022
Catharina
United States of AmericaNothing
The experience with the Ryoka personnel was so lovely and caring. Everything was prepared and delivered with highest quality and finess. A true gem in Kyoto
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: November 30, 2021
Andrea
United States of AmericaAlways an amazing stay at Yuzuya Ryokan! The location is perfect, right in the heart of Gion, the food is exceptional (I highly recommend both breakfast and dinner). The Staff is extremely welcoming and the on-site sento bath is a great amenity after a long day of sight seeing. This spot is my go-to whenever I am in Kyoto.
Stayed in November 2021
Reviewed: September 21, 2021
Taro42
JapanThe property is an almost 100 years old building but well maintained and looks very beautiful. Their breakfast was amazing. My wife (Russian/British) doesn't like Japanese breakfast usually but she loved it.
Stayed in September 2021
Reviewed: April 25, 2021
Tianyi
United States of AmericaSince it is an old school Japanese inn, the the door frame is a little low, have to watch out.
Breakfast and dinner are great, the variety and taste of breakfast exceeded my expectation.
Stayed in April 2021