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A snack bar and drinks vending machine are available at this ryokan. There is an on-site hot spring open-air bath, 2 indoor public baths in addition to a sauna facility. Massage service is also provided at a surcharge. Luggage storage is offered, while laundry service is offered at an additional charge. Exceptional place with a great public bath. I don't recommend the breakfast option if you haven't tried Japanese breakfasts before.

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9.1
Wonderful
1,317 reviews
Price from
$160
per night

The ryokan will provide guests with air-conditioned units offering a desk, a coffee machine, a microwave, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. At the ryokan, all units are allergy-free and soundproof. At the ryokan, all units come with bed linen and towels. Excellent location that was walkable to many restaurants. Close to buses and trains. The room was very comfortable. The staff were friendly. Overall, a very nice and intimate hotel in a nice neighborhood.

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9.5
Exceptional
3,268 reviews
Price from
$185
per night

Luck You Kyoto offers accommodation in Kyoto. Free luggage storage is available.

The rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV. All rooms include a private bathroom with a bath and bidet, with bathrobes and slippers provided. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. Luck You Kyoto features free WiFi throughout the property. This was our first Ryokan experience and it did not disappoint. Beautifully built interiors: new, but respecting old traditions. The staff was super kind, welcoming and helpful. Called a restaurant multiple times on our behalf in order to help us get a reservation. The rooms are traditional Japanese style, with floor mats and futon beds, with robes and slippers provided too. Breakfast provided had a decent selection (filled rolls, omelette, fruit, rice, toast and tea or coffee), was a good way to start each morning. The onsen across the street was also a pleasure after a long day trip around the city. Overall though I do recommend this place as we had a wonderful time in Kyoto!

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9.4
Wonderful
1,709 reviews
Price from
$127
per night

Situated a 10-minute walk from lively Kawaramachi area, Kyomachiya Ryokan Sakura Urushitei offers Japanese-style accommodation with modern facilities and traditional design. It provides a tour desk and a bar on the ground floor. Free WiFi is available in all areas. The traditional ryokan ambience it had

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9
Wonderful
4,465 reviews
Price from
$114
per night

Seikoro Ryokan is located in Kyoto, a 7-minute drive from JR Kyoto Station. Featuring traditional Japanese-style accommodation, it offers a public bath and massage services. Free Wi-Fi access is available at the entire property. Service was excellent, staff was very accomodating. Breakfast was served in the room and the food was delicious!

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9.5
Exceptional
1,244 reviews
Price from
$446
per night

Some units in the ryokan have private entrance and are equipped with wardrobe and tatami. Units are complete with a private bathroom, while certain units at the ryokan also provide guests with a seating area. The interior and finish were amazing , the blend of Japanese and Scandinavian furnishings were so elegant. Staying at the traditional Japanese room gave us a true Japanese experience.

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9.5
Exceptional
128 reviews
Price from
$790
per night

Ryokan Sumiya Kihoan offers a hot spring bath and a hot tub, as well as air-conditioned accommodation in Kameoka, 13 km from Oyamazumi Shrine. This 4-star ryokan offers a lift and free shuttle service. There is a restaurant serving Japanese cuisine, and free private parking is available. An outstanding place to stay for a relaxing couple of days. The rooms are beautiful, the food is exceptional and the service is next level.

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9.1
Wonderful
173 reviews
Price from
$336
per night

Towels and bed linen are provided in the ryokan. The accommodation offers an air conditioning, a heating and a private bathroom.

The ryokan serves a vegetarian and vegan breakfast and breakfast in the room is also available. Beautiful little lodging beside the temple. Spacious and very clean with great amenities. The head priest conducts short prayers at 6am that you can join, and it's a few minutes walk to cafes and good food options around Ine.

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9.7
Exceptional
168 reviews
Price from
$135
per night

Offering a garden and inner courtyard view, 祇園の宿 杏花 is located in Kyoto, 300 metres from Gion Shijo Station and 600 metres from Samurai Kembu Kyoto. Among the facilities at this property are full-day security and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The ryokan features family rooms. This was our nicest hotel during our two weeks trip in Japan. Very beautiful, spacious room with a little garden, super friendly staff, and location in a lively neighbourhood. Would stay here again!

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9.6
Exceptional
266 reviews
Price from
$292
per night

Nazuna Kyoto Tsubaki St. Provides accommodation located 600 metres from the centre of Kyoto and offers an open-air bath and a shared lounge. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and full-day security, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The ryokan features a hot tub and luggage storage space. Hotel is a lovely hidden old Kyoto street with cute small houses. A great place to chill in private onsen. Comfortable beds, luxury bathroom. Wagyu dinner menu is mind blowing. Worth every penny.

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9
Wonderful
331 reviews
Price from
$625
per night

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