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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.

M
Matus
From
Denmark
The onsen of course, very nice clean spacious room
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,519 reviews
Price from
US$123.30
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.

A
Artemii
From
Russia
The staff was amazing! We had a honeymoon, so they make a surprise gift for us. It was so cute! They also provide staff member with knowledge of our language. The service is beyond everything. Thank you!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3,346 reviews
Price from
US$181.18
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.

R
Radek
From
Czech Republic
Very friendly personal, free yukata to try, very clean room, a lot of space in the room!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4,894 reviews
Price from
US$98.75
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.

P
Pavol
From
Slovakia
Excellent traditional ryokan with superb staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,328 reviews
Price from
US$418.60
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.

A
Anita
From
New Zealand
Excellent ryokan experience and Japanese dining experience!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 167 reviews
Price from
US$823.05
1 night, 2 adults

Kyoto no Yado Gion no Tsuki

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

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.

A
Ashraf
From
Australia
The property was amazing. It had its own on the beds were extremely comfortable. It had a beautiful ambience and atmosphere about it. The breakfast was the breakfast of champions. Beautifully crafted very tasty. The staff were absolutely amazing. In every way. How do you recommend this place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews
Price from
US$275.26
1 night, 2 adults

祇園の宿 杏花

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

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.

A
Aneta
From
Poland
Loved everything! Comfort, design, location. PERFECT!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 292 reviews
Price from
US$616.48
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.

P
Peggy
From
Taiwan
all staffs are friendly and helpful. perfect experience stay in Nazuna
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 348 reviews
Price from
US$1,116.31
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.

J
Jason
From
Saudi Arabia
The location was amazing and the room was great and the staff were super friendly and helpful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 385 reviews
Price from
US$450.31
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.

M
Matt Haire
From
United Kingdom
The private onsen was wonderful and the views from the room were peaceful. The owner was the most wonderful host and we would love to stay here again next time we visit Kyoto!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 601 reviews
Price from
US$199.78
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 8.8
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,041 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 549 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3,346 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4,894 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Ideally set right in the centre of Kyoto, Kyomachiya Bettei Hanatei is a recently renovated ryokan, offering free WiFi and private parking.

From US$330.31 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 411 reviews

Located 1.8 km from Kyoto International Manga Museum, Kyokoyado Muromachi Yutone provides accommodation with free WiFi in Kyoto.

From US$329.80 per night

Ryokan Ryokufuso

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 971 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$204.14 per night

Auberge AZABU

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 507 reviews

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.

From US$218.18 per night

Nagomi-Ryokan Yuu

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 756 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$82.45 per night

Roman Kan

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 705 reviews

Roman Kan is situated in the Shimogyo Ward district of Kyoto, less than 1 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, a 12-minute walk from TKP Garden City Kyoto and 2.2 km from Sanjusangen-do...

From US$97.95 per night

Ryokan Nakajimaya

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 172 reviews

Situated within 1.1 km of Gion Shijo Station and 1.4 km of Kyoto International Manga Museum in Kyoto, Ryokan Nakajimaya offers accommodation with seating area.

Towa Ryokan

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 511 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.

From US$339.06 per night

These ryokans in Kyoto and nearby have non-smoking options

MOKU Kyoto

Nishinotōindōri
Non-smoking options available

Set in Nishinotōindōri, 400 metres from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall and 800 metres from the centre, MOKU Kyoto offers air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and an open-air bath.

From US$619.45 per night

Kyoto Ryokan Hirashin

Kyoto
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 149 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.

From US$167.44 per night

Wajimaya Ryokan

Kyoto
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 464 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$118.60 per night

Ohanabo

Kyoto
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 486 reviews

A 7-minute walk from Kyoto Station, the completely non-smoking Ohanabo provides traditional Japanese-style accommodation with “Kaiseki” multi-course in-room dinners, massages and a hot public bath.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 774 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$120.49 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 348 reviews

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

From US$426.21 per night

Daiya Ryokan

Kyoto
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,387 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.

From US$69.77 per night

Ryokan Kohro

Kyoto
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews

Set in the centre of Kyoto, less than 1 km from Kyoto International Manga Museum, Ryokan Kohro offers accommodation with free WiFi, a hot tub and a public bath.

Highly rated ryokans in Kyoto and nearby

Inn Kawashima

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 500 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$152.22 per night

Matsubaya Ryokan

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,041 reviews

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

From US$178.85 per night

Matsui Honkan

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 371 reviews

Ideally located just a 2-minute walk from lively Nishiki Market and Ponto-cho Street, Matsui Honkan boasts large public baths and chic Japanese-style rooms.

Kyonoyado Kagihei

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 687 reviews

In the heart of Kyoto, set within a short distance of Gion Shijo Station and Kyoto International Manga Museum, Kyonoyado Kagihei offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a...

From US$167.44 per night

Satomo Ryokan

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews

Conveniently situated in Kyoto, Satomo Ryokan provides an Asian breakfast and free WiFi. This 3-star ryokan offers a 24-hour front desk and a lift. The ryokan features family rooms.

Ryokan Ginkaku Kyoto

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 200 reviews

Close to both Kyoto Station and Sanjusangen-do Temple, Ryokan Ginkaku Kyoto is set in Kyoto and has a public bath and garden. With free WiFi, this 2-star ryokan offers a 24-hour front desk and a lift.

Fujiya Ryokan

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 462 reviews

Situated in the centre of Kyoto, 200 metres from TKP Garden City Kyoto, Fujiya Ryokan features air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

From US$95.14 per night

Matsumoto Ryokan

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 549 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.

From US$111.63 per night

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Ryokans that guests love in Kyoto

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Avg. price/night: US$69.77
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,387 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: US$112.89
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4,894 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
Avg. price/night: US$206.42
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 542 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
Avg. price/night: US$418.60
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,328 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$167.44
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 687 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, 486 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$238.60
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,793 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$118.60
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 464 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$238.60
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,793 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