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Ryokan KANADE

Sakyo Ward, Kyoto

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

S
Sophia
From
Japan
Futon was very comfortable, the bathroom was luxurious and the bath tub was a deep soaking tub. Loved the mineral bath sachets provided in the room. Location was a nice quiet back street, no road noise.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,004 reviews
Price from
$149.84
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, 1,319 reviews
Price from
$147.11
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.

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Sally
From
New Zealand
Great accommodation, many luxurious amenities and very comfortable. The staff were very accommodating with any requests (e.g extra pillows).
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3,265 reviews
Price from
$202.51
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.

F
Francisco
From
Qatar
The service from hotel personnel was outstanding and they did their best to make us feel comfortable and also they were extremely helpful when we ask for support and questions. Also, the snacks, coffee and tea offered by the hotel after 5 pm was nice and we loved it.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,714 reviews
Price from
$170.35
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.

L
Louisa
From
Canada
Absolutely loved this place. The staff were all so friendly, and the two ladies that helped with the kimonos are incredible and beautiful humans. We wish we could have stayed longer with them, it was the perfect stay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 4,471 reviews
Price from
$102.98
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.

S
Shane
From
Australia
Amazing experience that will remain with us for a long time. Exceptionally friendly staff that were always happy to help and answer our questions 🖤. The kaiseki experience was just fantastic, with amazing food.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,245 reviews
Price from
$449.51
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.

L
Lori
From
United States
It was a very welcoming environment. The staff was amazing and food was delicious. Our room was perfect. Relaxing environment.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 128 reviews
Price from
$1,022.95
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, 266 reviews
Price from
$429.08
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.

D
Dinh Khanh
From
Taiwan
The location is very good. Not in walking distance of famous locations but if you call taxi it also doesn’t cost much
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 331 reviews
Price from
$581.92
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.

Y
Yu
From
Canada
literally the best place I’ve ever lived in, room is big and clean, great location and friendly staffs, everything is just perfect!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 359 reviews
Price from
$449.51
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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  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,319 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,652 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,308 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 325 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,027 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 85 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,935 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,004 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3,265 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking ryokans in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 4,471 reviews

Great access to the city center. Check these ryokans in Kyoto and nearby

  • 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.

  • Ryokan Ryokufuso

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 877 reviews

    Offering free Wi-Fi and a spacious public bath, Ryokan Ryokufuso is located a 15-minute walk away from JR Kyoto Train Station.

  • Toshiharu Ryokan

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 416 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.

  • Nagomi-Ryokan Yuu

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 714 reviews

    Offering nonsmoking Japanese-style accommodations with futon beds, Nagomi Ryokan Yuu is a 5-minute walk from Gojo Subway Station's exit 8.

  • Roman Kan

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 632 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.

  • Towa Ryokan

    Kyoto
    Central location
    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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 129 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.

  • Wajimaya Ryokan

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 445 reviews

    Wajimaya Ryokan is a ryokan featuring rooms with free Wifi and air conditioning in the center of Kyoto. This 1-star ryokan offers full-day security and luggage storage space.

These ryokans in Kyoto and nearby have non-smoking options

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 677 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, 333 reviews

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

  • Daiya Ryokan

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,308 reviews

    Daiya Ryokan is a 5-minute walk from Kyoto Station and the Higashi Hongan-ji Temple. It offers traditional Japanese-style accommodations with a public bath and laundry facilities.

  • 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 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 318 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...

  • Kamoya Ryokan

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    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.

  • 京都松澗Matsutani

    Gionmachi
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 79 reviews

    Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Higashiyama Ward district of Gionmachi, 京都松澗Matsutani is a 11-minute walk from Sanjusangen-do Temple.

Highly rated ryokans in Kyoto and nearby

  • Inn Kawashima

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 471 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.

  • Tazuru

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 567 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 269 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
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 596 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, 325 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 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 416 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.

  • Gion Ryokan Q-beh

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,652 reviews

    Gion Ryokan Q-beh offers dormitory rooms and Japanese-style private rooms, and free WiFi access at all areas.

  • 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.

FAQ about ryokans in Kyoto

Ryokans That Guests Love in Kyoto

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  • Avg. price/night: $71.51
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,308 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
  • Avg. price/night: $128.04
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 4,471 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, 1,245 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 9.5
    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
  • Avg. price/night: $362.98
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,714 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: $114.63
    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
  • Avg. price/night: $362.98
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,714 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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