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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.

O
Oscar
From
Ireland
Public bath was really nice confortable floors too
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,444 reviews
Price from
US$143.59
1 night, 2 adults

Kyoto Takasegawa Bettei

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

Located 1 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple and less than 1 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto in the centre of Kyoto, Kyoto Takasegawa Bettei provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

L
Leandro
From
South Africa
Facilities were very good. Location was close to Higashiyama ward where there is lots to do.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3,305 reviews
Price from
US$189.91
1 night, 2 adults

Kyomachiya Ryokan Sakura Urushitei

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

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

H
Hieu
From
Vietnam
This is very beautiful hotel with very nice decoration and friendly staffs who are very kind and helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4,758 reviews
Price from
US$103.51
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 accommodation, it offers a public bath and massage services.

J
Julie
From
Italy
Kindness of staff, incredible location, accessibility to onsen (tattoos allowed), amazing breakfast. We were with our almost 2 year old son who loved it. The staff was very attentive and friendly and Mitsumi in particular was lovely with us.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,298 reviews
Price from
US$438.76
1 night, 2 adults

Nazuna Kyoto Higashi Honganji

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

Well set in Kyoto, Nazuna Kyoto Higashi Honganji provides an Asian breakfast and free WiFi. This 4-star ryokan offers a 24-hour front desk and full-day security. The ryokan features family rooms.

B
Bettina
From
France
Great tasteful modern decoration. The duplex family room is amazing
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 154 reviews
Price from
US$954.89
1 night, 2 adults

Nazuna Kyoto Tsubaki St.

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

Nazuna Kyoto Tsubaki St. Provides accommodation located 600 metres from the centre of Kyoto and offers an open-air bath and a shared lounge.

K
Katy
From
United Kingdom
Incredible, traditional-feeling hotel. The street the rooms are located on is absolutely stunning, and the rooms themselves are very comfortable and stylish. A very special experience with the outdoor bath and traditional breakfast. Staff were attentive and knowledgeable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 338 reviews
Price from
US$1,170.07
1 night, 2 adults

Ishibekoji Muan

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Set within 1.3 km of Samurai Kembu Kyoto and 1.1 km of Kiyomizu-dera Temple in Kyoto, Ishibekoji Muan provides accommodation with seating area.

F
F.
From
United Kingdom
The property is hidden away in the back alleys of Kyoto's historical Gion district. This makes it an ideal spot to explore Kyoto rich heritage easily whilst also being tucked away from the noise of traffic and tourists. The staff at the property is exceptionally friendly, caring, and forthcoming. We had split our stay in Kyoto between this hotel and another and I deeply regretted this decision as I just wanted to stay at this property.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 376 reviews
Price from
US$472
1 night, 2 adults

Gion Oyado Kikutani

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Set in the Higashiyama Ward district in Kyoto, Gion Oyado Kikutani offers 3-star rooms with free WiFi.

L
Lea
From
Israel
Perfect location, in the middle of the old town of Gion, a well-designed and quiet hotel with a staff that takes care of everything, especially a big thank you to KATO who helped us a lot. Highly recommend to anyone who wants to experience traditional Kyoto.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 586 reviews
Price from
US$197.44
1 night, 2 adults

Auberge AZABU

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

Attractively situated in Kyoto, Auberge AZABU features a buffet breakfast and free WiFi. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.2 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto.

r
robin
From
Ireland
Our room was spacious tastefully furnished and very well appointed. The auberge was in a beautiful old building, which was very well maintained. The staff were exceptionally charming and helpfud and our breakfast was made to order and particularly good. The ambience in the auberge was very restful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 495 reviews
Price from
US$191.46
1 night, 2 adults

Nazuna Kyoto Gosho

Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto

Featuring free WiFi, Nazuna Kyoto Gosho is set in Kyoto. The property is around 650 m from Kyoto International Manga Museum, 1.2 km from Nijo Castle and 1.3 km from Kyoto Imperial Palace.

K
Kaitlin
From
Canada
We had an absolutely exceptional stay in the Kashiwamochi room. Everything was extremely special - the friendly and attentive service from the staff, the beautiful decor with traditional but still modern elements, the limitless complimentary snacks and drinks in the lounge, the entire atmosphere was very unique. The highlights for us were the very cute tea flight we received upon check in, the AMAZING outdoor bath which was so serene, sitting and looking out over the little garden with a cup of green tea. The suite itself was so cool and unique as part of the renovated machiya building. The location is great in our opinion - a bit away from the very busy tourist zone but close enough to still walk around easily to many shops, sights, and food. It was quiet and wonderful. Domo arigato gozaimasu! We have already recommended Nazuna Gosho to all of our friends. Stay here for a unique and beautiful vacation! :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews
Price from
US$773.61
1 night, 2 adults
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Experience culture authentically with a stay at this traditional Japanese-style accommodation. 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
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,355 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3,305 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 4,758 reviews

Highly rated ryokans in Kyoto and nearby

  • Ryokan Ryokufuso

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 930 reviews

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

    From US$326.58 per night
  • Toshiharu Ryokan

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 429 reviews

    Built in the Meiji era and registered as a cultural asset, Toshiharu Ryokan offers traditional accommodation 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
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 500 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.

  • Wajimaya Ryokan

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 463 reviews

    Offering quiet street views, Wajimaya Ryokan is an accommodation set in Kyoto, less than 1 km from Kyoto Station and a 19-minute walk from Sanjusangen-do Temple.

    From US$175.50 per night
  • Inn Kawashima

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 490 reviews

    Offering simple Japanese-style rooms with free Wi-Fi, in-room meals and shared bathrooms, Inn Kawashima is 350 metres from Shijo Subway Station. A family bath and luggage storage are available.

    From US$305.80 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 735 reviews

    Situated in Kyoto, 600 metres from TKP Garden City Kyoto and 1.9 km from the centre, ダース旅館&カフェ(Dozen-Ryokan&Cafe) features air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a garden.

    From US$135.03 per night
  • Daiya Ryokan

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,355 reviews

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

  • Nazuna Kyoto Nijo-jo

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 192 reviews

    Offering rooms with a private open-air bath, Nazuna Kyoto Nijo-jo - is located a 6-minute walk from Nijojomae Station and a 10-minute walk from Marutamachi Station.

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

  • Nagomi-Ryokan Yuu

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 737 reviews

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

    From US$79.77 per night
  • Tazuru

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 599 reviews

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

    From US$232.67 per night
  • HOTEL Clam Chowder

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 92 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.

    From US$159.55 per night
  • Onya Kaede

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 252 reviews

    Offering quiet street views, Onya Kaede is set in the Nakagyo Ward district of Kyoto, 2.4 km from Kyoto International Manga Museum and 3 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine.

    From US$160.42 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews

    Situated within 400 metres of Gion Shijo Station and 1.3 km of Samurai Kembu Kyoto in the centre of Kyoto, Shizuru 鴨川 ""旧SGR鴨川"" features accommodation with free WiFi and a kitchenette.

    From US$467.34 per night
  • Hiiragiya

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

    Well situated in Kyoto, Hiiragiya offers an American breakfast and free WiFi. It is set 700 metres from Kyoto International Manga Museum and provides a lift. The ryokan features family rooms.

    From US$2,486.29 per night
  • Mitsuki Kyoto

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 280 reviews

    Offering a bar and garden view, Mitsuki Kyoto is set in Kyoto, 1.1 km from Nijo Castle and 1.8 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 350 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...

    From US$824.33 per night

These ryokans in Kyoto and nearby have non-smoking options

  • Ebisu Ryokan

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 717 reviews

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

  • Kyoto no Yado Gion no Tsuki

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 87 reviews

    Situated 500 metres from Gion Shijo Station, Kyoto no Yado Gion no Tsuki in Kyoto features rooms with air conditioning and free WiFi. This 5-star ryokan offers a lift and full-day security.

    From US$402.86 per night
  • Gion Ryokan Karaku

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 623 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 US$386.11 per night
  • Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 365 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.

    From US$482.63 per night
  • Gion Ryokan Q-beh

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,704 reviews

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

    From US$232.67 per night
  • Yadoya Manjiro

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 114 reviews

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

  • KKR Kyoto Kuniso

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 179 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.

    From US$263.25 per night
  • Yadoya Nishijinso

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 235 reviews

    Conveniently situated in the centre of Kyoto, Yadoya Nishijinso provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$228.69 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, 1,355 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
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 4,758 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
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 531 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, 1,296 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: US$195.45
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 663 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
  • Avg. price/night: US$500.18
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 485 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: US$425.16
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,773 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: US$175.50
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 463 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: US$425.16
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,773 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