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Yuno Yado Shoei

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

Featuring an on-site public hot spring bath and Japanese restaurant, Yuno Yado Shoei is located an 8-minute walk away from JR Tambaguchi Station.

J
Justin
From
Canada
Fantastic service, lovely facilities, rooms were very clean and spacious. Comfortable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,371 reviews
Price from
$146.18
1 night, 2 adults

Kyoto Takasegawa Bettei

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

Kyoto Takasegawa Bettei features accommodations in the center of Kyoto, a 12-minute walk from Sanjusangen-do Temple and 0.6 miles from TKP Garden City Kyoto.

K
Kisa
From
Canada
I definitely will stay longer next time here, it's a very Kyoto and traditional style of the hotel, the hinoki bath tub is one of the best things I've tried. The customer service is amazing and very friendly! Must try their Japanese breakfast but please book it 3-4 days ahead because they need time to prepare, you won't regret it!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3,277 reviews
Price from
$201.22
1 night, 2 adults

Luck You Kyoto

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

Luck You Kyoto offers accommodations in Kyoto. Free luggage storage is available. The rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV.

L
Lester
From
Netherlands
Everything. Clean, simple elegant , functional design. Exceptional service.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,739 reviews
Price from
$199.14
1 night, 2 adults

Kyomachiya Ryokan Sakura Urushitei

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

Located a 10-minute walk from lively Kawaramachi area, Kyomachiya Ryokan Sakura Urushitei offers Japanese-style accommodations with modern facilities and traditional design.

V
Valeria
From
Germany
The building itself was very beautiful and nicely decorated. The employees were very friendly and helpful and there was a nice area to sit and eat. There is a private bath that can be booked and costs a few yen, which was really nice to get into after a long day outside, we enjoyed it very much. The rooms are traditional, beautiful and kept exceptionally clean. There is a lot of space for belongings and luggage (though one must be careful not to hurt the tatami), a fridge, and a great bathroom which has everything one might need. Im very happy I got to experience sleeping on a traditional bed in a traditional room. I have to admit the mattress was a bit thin for my back so it wasn't too comfortable at first, my partner on the other hand thought its great so it really depends on preference. However, I asked if i can get an extra layer that I can put under to make it softer, and i got one! Afterwards i was sleeping like a baby, so if it seems a bit stiff at first ask for support :). We also got a lot of information on places in the area, including restaurants, everyone was doing their best to keep our stay as comfortable as possible. It truly is a great place and I have nothing I wish was different. The location is also great, close to the main "centre" and some public transport. It is a very good spot, quite relaxing and quiet considering its proximity to the famous streets. Walking down from Sannenzaka and the area, towards out hotel, is one of our very fond memories. A lot to do nearby, and great restaurants. Thank you for our stay, we had a wonderful time, and we hope we can be back sometime in the future.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 4,598 reviews
Price from
$111.46
1 night, 2 adults

Seikoro Ryokan - Established in 1831

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Seikoro Ryokan is located in Kyoto, a 7-minute drive from JR Kyoto Station. Featuring traditional Japanese-style accommodations, it offers a public bath and massage services.

M
Madisen
From
United States
The staff was very accommodating and the ryokan was absolutely beautiful. I also loved the onsen, very relaxing. The location was also perfect and beverly close to the train.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,273 reviews
Price from
$446.66
1 night, 2 adults

Nazuna Kyoto Higashi Honganji

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

Nazuna Kyoto Higashi Honganji features accommodations in the center of Kyoto, a 6-minute walk from TKP Garden City Kyoto and 0.6 miles from Kyoto Station.

E
Eden
From
Israel
Amazing place beautiful view and overall a great experience
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 138 reviews
Price from
$1,104.52
1 night, 2 adults

Nazuna Kyoto Tsubaki St.

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

1.2 miles from Nijo Castle in Kyoto, Nazuna Kyoto Tsubaki St. Provides accommodations with access to a hot tub and open-air bath.

P
PAI
From
China
everything is perfect,especially the bathtub
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 330 reviews
Price from
$1,191.14
1 night, 2 adults

Ishibekoji Muan

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Ishibekoji Muan provides rooms in Kyoto near Shoren-in Temple and Sanjusangen-do Temple. Featuring a bar, the 5-star ryokan has air-conditioned rooms with free Wifi, each with a private bathroom.

E
Esther
From
Denmark
Very nice and clean. Very hospitable staff who are very helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 368 reviews
Price from
$521.10
1 night, 2 adults

Gion Oyado Kikutani

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

A 10-minute walk from Gion Shijo Station, Gion Oyado Kikutani offers 3-star accommodations in the Higashiyama Ward district of Kyoto.

A
Antonia
From
Uzbekistan
Excellent location, nearby key sightseeing spots, beautiful and spacious bedroom and bathroom for a family of three. Very nice staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 574 reviews
Price from
$200.99
1 night, 2 adults

Auberge AZABU

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

Auberge AZABU is a ryokan featuring rooms with free Wifi and air conditioning in the center of Kyoto. Featuring a garden, the property is located within a 14-minute walk of TKP Garden City Kyoto.

P
Patrice
From
Australia
It smells really good and the staff was extremely friendly and made us feel at home. The small touches like cakes and towels upon checkin sets it apart from the other places we have stayed at. Close proximity to the train station
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 483 reviews
Price from
$194.90
1 night, 2 adults
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Experience culture authentically with a stay at these traditional Japanese-style accommodations. Sleep on the floor (on a futon roll) in a room furnished with tatami flooring and sliding doors. Guests can often expect access to a communal bath, plus a complimentary Japanese garment called a yukata.

Most booked ryokans in Kyoto and surrounding area in the past month

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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
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  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,329 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 644 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 477 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,371 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,967 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,031 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,682 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3,277 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 4,598 reviews

Highly rated ryokans in Kyoto and nearby

  • Toshiharu Ryokan

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 424 reviews

    Built in the Meiji era and registered as a cultural asset, Toshiharu Ryokan offers traditional accommodations just a 3-minute walk from Gojo Station and 1 subway stop from JR Kyoto Train Station.

  • Towa Ryokan

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 490 reviews

    Towa Ryokan is a ryokan located just a 10-minute walk from JR Kyoto Station. A welcome drink of green tea will be prepared upon arrival.

  • Inn Kawashima

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 477 reviews

    Offering simple Japanese-style rooms with free Wi-Fi, in-room meals and shared bathrooms, Inn Kawashima is 1148 feet from Shijo Subway Station. A family bath and luggage storage are available.

    From $311.31 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 697 reviews

    ダース旅館&カフェ(Dozen-Ryokan&Cafe) is a ryokan featuring rooms with free Wifi and air conditioning in the center of Kyoto.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 335 reviews

    Renovated in November 2013, Ryokan Izuyasu was built in 1839 and features traditional Kyoto charm.

    From $540.86 per night
  • Kyonoyado Kagihei

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 647 reviews

    A 9-minute walk from Gion Shijo Station in the center of Kyoto, Kyonoyado Kagihei provides accommodations with access to a public bath.

  • Matsumoto Ryokan

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 477 reviews

    Just across the road from Kyoto Station’s Central Exit, Matsumoto Ryokan offers simple air-conditioned rooms with an LCD TV and a Yukata robe. It offers free Wi-Fi at the lobby.

  • Tazuru

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 580 reviews

    Located beside Kamo River, Tazuru is traditional Japanese-style accommodations boasting delicately prepared Japanese cuisine. Popular Kiyomizu-dera Temple is a 20-minute walk away.

These ryokans in Kyoto and nearby have non-smoking options

  • Kyomachiya Bettei Hanatei

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available

    A 3-minute walk from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall in the center of Kyoto, Kyomachiya Bettei Hanatei offers accommodations with free Wifi and access to a garden, hot spring bath, and hot tub.

  • Izumiya Ryokan

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews

    A 11-minute walk from TKP Garden City Kyoto in Kyoto, Izumiya Ryokan features accommodations with access to a hot tub and public bath. This 3-star ryokan offers an elevator and full-day security.

  • Kyoto Ryokan Hirashin

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 130 reviews

    Only a 3-minute walk from Shijo subway station, Ryokan Hirashin offers Japanese-style rooms with soft tatami floors and private bathrooms. It also has traditional public baths and offers free Wi-Fi.

  • HOTEL Clam Chowder

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 91 reviews

    Conveniently located a 5-minute walk from Kyoto-shiyakusho-mae Subway Station, HOTEL Clam Chowder provides chic guest rooms in a historic Japanese townhouse. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout.

  • Onya Kaede

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 235 reviews

    Onya Kaede is a ryokan featuring rooms with free Wifi and air conditioning in the center of Kyoto.

  • Shizuru 鴨川 ""旧SGR鴨川""

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 86 reviews

    Shizuru 鴨川 ""旧SGR鴨川"" enjoys a location in Kyoto, 1.3 miles from Sanjusangen-do Temple and 1.4 miles from TKP Garden City Kyoto. This ryokan features an elevator and free Wifi.

    From $504.45 per night
  • Hotel Honnoji

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 168 reviews

    A 9-minute walk from Samurai Kembu Kyoto, Hotel Honnoji features 4-star accommodations in the Nakagyo Ward district of Kyoto.

  • Nishiyama Ryokan - Established in 1953

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 335 reviews

    * Reservations are usually accepted up to four months in advance. Only a 5-minute walk from Shiyakusho-Mae Subway Station, Nishiyama Ryokan - Established in 1953 features Japanese-style rooms, a...

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  • Hotel Oumiya

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews

    Hotel Oumiya provides accommodations in the center of Kyoto, a 8-minute walk from TKP Garden City Kyoto and 0.9 miles from Sanjusangen-do Temple.

  • Ebisu Ryokan

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 695 reviews

    Open from March 2015, Ebisu Ryokan is conveniently located just a 5-minute walk from JR Kyoto Station.

  • Kamoya Ryokan

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,204 reviews

    Kamoya Ryokan is set in Kyoto, a 7-minute walk from Shichijo Station and 0.6 mi or a 15-minute walk from Kyoto Station.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 77 reviews

    A 6-minute walk from Gion Shijo Station, 京都の宿 ぎをんの月 features 5-star accommodations in the Higashiyama Ward district of Kyoto.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 395 reviews

    Kyomachiya Hotel Mifuku offers accommodations in Kyoto, 1.2 miles from Samurai Kembu Kyoto and 1.5 miles from TKP Garden City Kyoto.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 268 reviews

    A 10-minute walk to Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Kyokoyado Yutone features rooms with a private Cypress-wood bath, amenities from Mikimoto, free Wi-Fi and touches of Japanese design.

  • Gion Ryokan Karaku

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 612 reviews

    Gion Ryokan Karaku is located a 15-minute walk from Kiyomizu-dera Temple. Gion Ryokan Karaku is a 5-minute walk from Maruyama Park.

    From $417.62 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 418 reviews

    Located in the beautiful Gion area and just a 15-minute walk from Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Kyoto Ryokan Gion Sano is a 4-story reinforced concrete building.

    From $270.70 per night

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Ryokans That Guests Love in Kyoto

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,329 reviews
    Best location! Staff spoke little english but with translate it all worked out - very friendly There's a family markt next door The room was Very Spacious There were 2 showers and even 1 hot bath (onsen style) Very affordable way to stay in a Ryokan and sleep on a futon Cute that you get pyjama's
    Guest review by
    Niels
    Family with young children
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 4,598 reviews
    Hi, once i left my comment but disapeared :/ Ok trying once more :D Very nice hote and had tradicinal ryokan, they also provide yukata for everyone, polite staff, they do nice traditional breakfast, also they can organize traditional tea ceremony with renting the kimono. We had very nice stay.
    Guest review by
    Sandy
    Family with young children
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 518 reviews
    The hotel was a classic ryokan style with tatami mats, futon service, public bath (which could be booked privately) and traditional breakfasts every morning. The view of the pagoda from the room is spectacular. Our stay was made special by the lovely staff who made our stay perfect!
    Guest review by
    AMELIA
    Young couple
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,273 reviews
    Simply stunning. Lovely to stay in a ryokan, a traditional Japanese inn. Our lady was exceptional, giving first class treatment in talking us through many dishes she served, constantly topping our water, cleaning our teapot. V filling so be warned and you get to try things you wouldn’t get these days or in chain hotels. The onsen was a relief from the long journey. The futons v comfy. It was so unique to switch off, enjoy tranquility.
    Guest review by
    Erika
    Family with young children
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 647 reviews
    The hosts were extremely gracious, and I love that it’s family-owned, in the building they live in! There is lovely tatami in the rooms and pretty comfy futons, with beautiful, minimalist decoration. Yukata and tea were provided for a full, relaxing ryokan stay.
    Guest review by
    Syed
    Group
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 476 reviews
    An authentic ryokan, in a building that's probably well over 100 years old. The rooms have tatami mats and futons and the onsen is beautiful. It's like staying in someone's home! This is not a super-swish modern hotel, so if that's what you want go elsewhere, but if you want a place with real character, staffed by people who treat you as long-lost friends, then this is the place for you. We will certainly return next time we're in Kyoto.
    Guest review by
    Brendan
    Young couple
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,739 reviews
    This Ryokan is located near several bus stops, perfect to sightsee Kyoto. The JR station is 10 min bus far away. The staff was very kind and warm as a real example of Japanese hospitality. This stay offers also several services like bike rental and onsen free tickets. The location was very relaxfull and quiet. Our room was equipped with tatami floor and futon beds. The room has several amenties, shower and bath tub. It has been a real japanese experience. We loved it!
    Guest review by
    Freddy1609
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $200.99
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 451 reviews
    If you want to spend a few nights in a real ryokan (not the edulcorated-for-tourist replicas), this might be the real deal. Wooden and paper panels, tatami, futons, internal garden, traditional shower, in-room tea-set, yukatas, and many other details. My kids (14 and 11 y.o) said this was the best hotel in our 3-weeks-trip throughout Japan. The staff is very kind and eager to make your stay great.
    Guest review by
    Diego
    Family with young children
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,739 reviews
    traditional tatami room with futon, welcome tea with sweets, Japanese Yukata, small Japanese courtyard, free onsen, happy-hour tea and snacks, and friendly staffs
    Guest review by
    QI
    Family with young children
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