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Ryokan KANADE

Sakyo Ward, Kyoto

Conveniently located in central Kyoto, Ryokan KANADE offers a Japanese-style garden.

A
Anggraini
From
Indonesia
Love the property the very traditional way.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,005 reviews
Price from
$155.32
1 night, 2 adults

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
John Christian
From
Philippines
Very clean, onsen was superb, good breakfast
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,328 reviews
Price from
$145.86
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.

A
Alvin
From
Colombia
The staff was excellent! They were exceptionally professional, kind, and proactive. The room was very comfortable, and the food was pretty good. The location is great, being in front of a small creek that has cherry trees that are fully blossomed, making it a perfect location for Sakura viewing without crowds. It's also 10 minutes by foot from Kyoto Station, and many of the bus lines that go to the most popular attractions.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3,269 reviews
Price from
$200.78
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.

J
Jennifer
From
Canada
A great experience at a traditional Japanese inn. Staff and service were beyond expectations. And they were wonderful with our children (9 & 12yo). They also setup the futons for us while we were out for dinner. We really wished we stayed more than one night - we will be back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,718 reviews
Price from
$316.71
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.

F
FREDERIC
From
Italy
Very nice place en traditional style. Staff very kind.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 4,482 reviews
Price from
$108.18
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.

O
Oktavina Qurrota
From
Indonesia
Amazing traditional style ryokan. I love the interior, dinner was delicious and eventful, i love the sento, and I had the best sleep during our trip here! The futon was so warm!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,251 reviews
Price from
$445.69
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, 129 reviews
Price from
$1,014.25
1 night, 2 adults

祇園の宿 杏花

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Just 1.2 miles from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and 1.2 miles from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, 祇園の宿 杏花 features accommodations in Kyoto, with a garden.

S
Skyhigh005
From
Switzerland
Wonderful Japanese style accommodation right in the center of Gion. Very attentive and friendly personnel. Quiet and atmospheric.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 267 reviews
Price from
$364.66
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.

F
Faik Tuna
From
Turkey
The staff at the property was super helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 332 reviews
Price from
$671.84
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.

A
Andjela
From
Croatia
The place was magical. It captured the old Japan lifestyle, but with everything being modern. Everything was very nice and clean. The stuff was extraordinary. They helped us in any way they could. Unlike most people in Japan, their english was good, and they communicated with us with ease. They gave us their numbers so we could text them any time in the day. They booked restaurants for us since we were having a hard time with it (because everything was in Japanese), and called taxis.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 361 reviews
Price from
$445.69
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.

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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,328 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 326 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,942 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,005 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3,269 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 4,482 reviews

These ryokans in Kyoto and nearby have non-smoking options

  • Roman Kan

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 633 reviews

    Roman Kan offers accommodations in Kyoto, a 11-minute walk from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall and 0.6 miles from TKP Garden City Kyoto.

  • Azumaya Ryokan

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 89 reviews

    Azumaya Ryokan provides a public bath and air-conditioned accommodations with free Wifi in the center of Kyoto, a 10-minute walk from Kyoto Station.

  • Towa Ryokan

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 486 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.

  • 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 333 reviews

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

  • 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.

  • 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, 82 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.

  • Nishiyama Ryokan - Established in 1953

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 319 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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  • Inn Kawashima

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 472 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.

  • Matsubaya Ryokan

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,942 reviews

    Just a 5-minute walk to Higashihongan-ji Temple and Gojo Subway Station, Matsubaya Ryokan has provided comfortable rooms to tired travelers since 1884. A cozy Japanese garden is located on site.

  • Matsumoto Ryokan

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 471 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
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 568 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.

  • Kyomai Inn

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Shimogyo Ward district of Kyoto, Kyomai Inn is a 6-minute walk from Kyoto Station. With free Wifi, this 3-star ryokan offers an elevator.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 73 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.

  • Ishicho

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 654 reviews

    A 5-minute walk from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae subway station, Oyado Ishicho provides Japanese-style rooms with private bathrooms.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 270 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.

Highly rated ryokans in Kyoto and nearby

  • Gion Ryokan Karaku

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 597 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 326 reviews

    Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE offers Japanese Modern Room with Twin bed and Double bed. The Wi-Fi is available in the all areas. The Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE is in close proximity of Gion’s historical spots.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews

    Kyo Machiya Ryokan Yuan provides accommodations within 1.3 miles of the center of Kyoto, with free Wifi and a kitchenette with a microwave, a fridge, and a stovetop.

  • Yadoya Manjiro

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 113 reviews

    Built in the Sukiya-style of around 1900, Yadoya Manjiro features Japanese-style rooms with relaxing garden views.

  • KKR Kyoto Kuniso

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 177 reviews

    Just a 7-minute walk from Keihan Jingu Marutamachi Station, KKR Kyoto Kuniso offers hot spring bath, restaurant facing Kamogawa River and tea lounge looking out to the Japanese garden.

  • Enso Machiya

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

    In the heart of Kyoto, Enso Machiya offers rooms with free Wifi. Located in the Kamigyo Ward district, the property provides guests with access to a hot tub.

  • Yadoya Nishijinso

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews

    Providing free bikes, Yadoya Nishijinso features accommodations in the center of Kyoto. This 3-star ryokan offers full-day security and daily room service.

  • Kamishichiken Oku

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 375 reviews

    Kamishichiken Oku in Kyoto provides adults-only accommodations with a garden and a bar. With free Wifi, this 3-star ryokan offers a 24-hour front desk and full-day security.

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Ryokans That Guests Love in Kyoto

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  • Avg. price/night: $70.91
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,310 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, 4,482 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, 511 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, 1,251 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
  • Avg. price/night: $198.53
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 632 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 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 475 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, 1,718 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: $200.56
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 445 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, 1,718 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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