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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, 1,510 reviews
Price from
US$125.20
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.

T
Thao
From
Vietnam
Location is wonderful because it is facing to a waterway. We were really enjoy the neibourhood as it was quiet and local. 4mins walking to the bus straight to city central. The staff was wonderful and really attentive. The teakwood bath was impressive. Everything came with the room was great. Our mom even skipped the night walk just to come back to the room and chill.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3,347 reviews
Price from
US$183.98
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.

A
Asnate
From
Latvia
Very friendly staff, great onsen. Really appriciated the honeymoon gift. Great breakfast, could choose from different sets.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4,888 reviews
Price from
US$100.27
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.

A
Andrea
From
Mexico
The staff was great! Special thanks to Tomo and the lady in reception for making our stay wonderful. The room was amazing and the tatami beds (which get made every day) so comfortable! Breakfast was perfect and the bath room was an experience. They give you welcome tea when you arrive, greatly appreciated after a day of exploring Thank you!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,328 reviews
Price from
US$425.05
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.

P
Patricia
From
Belgium
The room was very cosy and comfortable. Perfect for unwinding after busy days of sightseeing and crowds. The bath does wonders for tired legs from walking. The room is stocked with an assortment of free drinks and traditional snacks are provided in the lobby. The location is great, only a 10 minute walk from Kyoto station and close to other public transport. We walked to most of the main attractions. The staff was very helpful and everyone spoke very good English so it was easy to communicate. Our breakfast was cooked with care each morning, making it a great start of each day. We would definitely come back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 165 reviews
Price from
US$835.74
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.

H
Hannah
From
United Kingdom
The authentic Japanese charm of the hotel, the breakfast, the hospitality, the beauty and relaxed feeling
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews
Price from
US$279.50
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.

L
Laurence
From
United Kingdom
So quaint and pretty, we had room 102, which had a lovely tatami floor bedroom and a separate double bedroom, super comfortable and designed, with little zen gardens outside each bedroom. The staff were lovely, they even came with me to help me find the launderette, went to the post office, just charming and helpful. Location in Gion was awesome too - the nicest part of Kyoto, quiet and traditional.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 293 reviews
Price from
US$625.99
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.

M
Martins
From
Latvia
Clean, well organised interior and nicely restored street as exterior. Kind and very helpful staff that make you feel very welcomed, good suggestions about Kyoto and above & beyond service. Good location not too far from shopping district, train station and Kyoto central sight seeing but nice and calm neighborhood at the same time so the city is not distracting to enjoy amenities. Each day we were presented with different style of Japanese breakfast that represented really tasty Kyoto food as well as explanation and recommendations how to better mix each element. Nazuna Kyoto Tsubaki St. is wonderful choice to stay in Kyoto to greatly expand your Japanese and Kyoto experience. Can’t wait to visit again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 348 reviews
Price from
US$1,133.52
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.

P
Philip
From
Bulgaria
Really great place to stay, only 3 rooms in it. Very helpful personnel! Authentic feeling, we even had a samurai armor in the room. The place is located in one of the quiet but landmark streets/ locations - Ishibekoji which is a landmark of its own. Great place to stay in Kyoto if you are looking for authentic ryokan feeling.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 385 reviews
Price from
US$457.25
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.

V
Vlad
From
Romania
I wish I could rate it higher than 10, we loved our stay here. The rooms are very spacious, extremely comfortable, and very clean. The location couldn't be any better, right in the heart of Gion. The Japanese breakfast was also good and delicious.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 602 reviews
Price from
US$202.87
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 8.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
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These ryokans in Kyoto and nearby have non-smoking options

Kyomachiya Bettei Hanatei

Kyoto
Non-smoking options available
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$335.40 per night

Muromachi Yutone Kyokoyado

Kyoto
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 410 reviews

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

From US$334.89 per night

Auberge AZABU

Kyoto
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 506 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$221.54 per night

Nagomi-Ryokan Yuu

Kyoto
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 757 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$83.72 per night

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$629 per night

Roman Kan

Kyoto
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 706 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$99.46 per night

Ryokan Nakajimaya

Kyoto
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 171 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.

Kyoto Ryokan Hirashin

Kyoto
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 148 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$170.02 per night

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Wajimaya Ryokan

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
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$120.43 per night

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$154.56 per night

Yamadaya Ryokan

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 416 reviews

First opened in 1911 and recently renovated in March 2019, Yamadaya Ryokan offers a traditional calm Japanese-style accommodation with a public bath with views of the garden and free WiFi in Kyoto,...

Matsubaya Ryokan

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,043 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$181.61 per night

Ohanabo

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 487 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, 770 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$122.35 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$432.78 per night

Daiya Ryokan

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,386 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$70.84 per night

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

Ryokan Kohro

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 193 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.

Matsui Honkan

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 372 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
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 688 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$170.02 per night
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
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 464 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$96.60 per night

Matsumoto Ryokan

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 545 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$113.35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 195 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.

From US$1,173.92 per night

Ryokan Sanoya

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews

On only a 5-minute walk from Kyoto Station, Ryokan Sanoya offers authentic traditional accommodation, public baths and a cafe terrace. The Japanese inn features free Wi-Fi in the hotel.

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Avg. price/night: US$70.84
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,386 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$114.64
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4,888 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$209.60
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 541 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$425.05
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$170.02
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 688 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, 487 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$242.28
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,795 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$120.43
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$242.28
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,795 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