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Ryokan KANADE

Sakyo Ward, Kyoto

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

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ULDANA
From
Kazakhstan
Everything was excellent! The spacious room was great with 3 futons for 2 adults and 1 year old baby, clean and great bathroom with all amenities you need! Onsen was great too! What I loved the most is the staff and breakfast! The staff was so kind, so adorable, such a nice people I’ve never met in my life before, they made our stay wonderful! Thank you for the birthday cake for our baby! Thank you for chef for delicious breakfasts, and breakfasts every day is different) I miss the place and would love to come back next year!) highly recommended ryokan!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,094 reviews
Price from
US$146.05
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
Jan-Christophe
From
Spain
Great breakfast and really nice onsen!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,569 reviews
Price from
US$123.45
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.

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Uğurcan
From
Turkey
Best hotel in Kyoto for sure. Most importantly, the room was really big and comfortable. Japanese breakfast in the room was amazing. Hotel staff was very very helpful and kind. Hotel overall is very comfortable and you can enjoy Japanese style accommodation at some extent. Location is also quite nice. A quiet neighborhood, but walking distance to train/metro stations + center locations.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3,338 reviews
Price from
US$181.41
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.

V
Valentina
From
Japan
We stayed in a cute tatami room that allowed us to have a very Japanese experience. The breakfast was very good, with options for everyone, and price was fair. The staff was extremely nice and went above and beyond to make sure we were having a good time.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4,991 reviews
Price from
US$98.87
1 night, 2 adults

Ryokan Ryokufuso

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

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

R
Rachel
From
United States
Great breakfast, super cute room. Great onsen and laundry available was super convenient.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,003 reviews
Price from
US$146.30
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.

C
Chiyeol
From
South Korea
All crews were very kind. Kaiseki and breakfast were excellent.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,336 reviews
Price from
US$419.11
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.

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Daryl Ho Yin
From
United Kingdom
•lovely location (right across from Higashi Hongan-ji Temple) •close to Kyoto Station •very spacious room •the outdoor onsen/bath was phenomenal •bathroom way more than we needed •staff were all very friendly and welcoming (a special shout-out to Ayano-san for being super nice and cooking our breakfast!)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 174 reviews
Price from
US$824.07
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 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews
Price from
US$275.60
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.

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Pam Thien
From
Thailand
The Taisho era building in Gion was a great base for us, a party of 2. The hosts were very polite, they gave fair warning about the lack of soundproofing due to the building's age and materials used. The Hinoki bathtub was a bonus to the trip. Floor heating and ample temperature control were great for winter in Kyoto. The location is amazing, centrally accessible to all major areas, and walking 'home' is part of the experience. Our room had a kitchenette, which was also essential, we like cooking with local fresh ingredients. (Also the soba (buckwheat) pillows are a nice touch!)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 292 reviews
Price from
US$416.07
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.

J
Jasmin
From
Italy
Everything was great. wonderful room, kind staff. superb.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 351 reviews
Price from
US$1,117.69
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 9.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 647 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,391 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,336 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3,338 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4,991 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, 12 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$338.47 per night

Toshiharu Ryokan

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 437 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.

From US$349.26 per night

Nagomi-Ryokan Yuu

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 771 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$62.23 per night

Roman Kan

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 722 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$94.30 per night

Ryokan Nakajimaya

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 185 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.

From US$100.59 per night

Inn Kawashima

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 491 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.

Matsubaya Ryokan

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,019 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$179.08 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 801 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$128.31 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$533.51 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 346 reviews

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

From US$355.87 per night

Fujiya Ryokan

Kyoto
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 455 reviews

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

Nazuna Kyoto Nijo-jo

Kyoto
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 201 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$828.93 per night

京の宿 石原

Kyoto
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews

京の宿 石原 features a hot tub and air-conditioned guest accommodation in the centre of Kyoto, 600 metres from Kyoto International Manga Museum, 1.2 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto and 1.4 km from Gion Shijo...

HOTEL Clam Chowder

Kyoto
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 97 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$152.41 per night

Onya Kaede

Kyoto
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 273 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 2.4 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine.

Shizuru 鴨川 ""旧SGR鴨川""

Kyoto
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 95 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$320.56 per night

Highly rated ryokans in Kyoto and nearby

Kyonoyado Kagihei

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 704 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$186.70 per night

Tazuru

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 647 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$133.35 per night

Nazuna Kyoto Gosho

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews

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.

From US$812.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 400 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
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,176 reviews

Kamoya Ryokan is set in Kyoto, a 7-minute walk from Shichijo Station and 1 km or a 15-minute walk from Kyoto Station.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 152 reviews

Yuzuya Ryokan is a luxurious 5-star hotel located in the famous Gion of Kyoto, steps from the Yasaka Shrine. It features Japanese-style accommodation with traditional multi-course meals and free WiFi.

From US$568.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 419 reviews

Kyomachiya Hotel Mifuku is set in the Higashiyama Ward district of Kyoto, less than 1 km from Kiyomizu-dera Temple, a 13-minute walk from Sanjusangen-do Temple and 1.6 km from Gion Shijo Station.

From US$133.35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 300 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.

From US$265.44 per night

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Ryokans that guests love in Kyoto

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Avg. price/night: US$69.85
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,391 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$116.21
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4,991 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$300.15
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 551 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, 1,336 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$186.70
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 704 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 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 484 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,811 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$106.87
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 459 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,811 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