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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.

j
jENNy Luvs SG
From
Singapore
Room is spacious - we stayed in the Family Room at the new wing (family of 5 adults). Very thoughtful housekeeping everyday. Breakfast is those served Japanese style. Onsen was a little small and basic but good enough. It takes culture and good etiquette for everyone to enjoy onsen.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,537 reviews
Price from
US$207.27
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.

S
Sara
From
Slovenia
Very nice staff. Traditional japanese room and kimonos were really nice!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3,354 reviews
Price from
US$182.75
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.

K
Kelly
From
Ireland
The staff were exceptional, so helpful and gave lots of tips for things to do. We especially liked the warm welcome every evening we arrived back to the ryokan . The interior feels really authentic Japanese and it was fantastic to experience a traditional Japanese room to sleep. The ryokan was so close to most of the major sites and metro/train stations. We cannot recommend this ryokan enough. A rating of 10 is not high enough!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4,914 reviews
Price from
US$99.61
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.

V
Vitaly
From
Russia
I stayed at this wonderful ryokan during my trip to Kyoto, and I’m still deeply impressed! This is a truly authentic Edo-period style ryokan, with a serene and cozy atmosphere that beautifully preserves Japanese tradition. Everything—from the interiors to the hot baths—radiates a deep respect for cultural heritage. I want to especially thank the staff. I accidentally left a valuable piece of jewelry in the bath and had nearly accepted that it was lost. But the staff not only found it—they contacted me and kindly mailed it to my hotel in Tokyo. I was genuinely touched by their honesty, care, and attention. This place became more than just accommodation—it became a special memory of my journey in Japan. I will definitely return and wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone seeking a truly Japanese experience and heartfelt hospitality. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,337 reviews
Price from
US$422.22
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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Eric Cai
From
Australia
The private outdoor bath was amazing. Beautiful room design and decorations. Large and comfortable room with a complimentary minibar. Great hospitality from the staff. Highly recommend the breakfast option. 10/10 location 5 minutes walk from gojo and Kyoto station
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 168 reviews
Price from
US$830.18
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$277.64
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.

R
Rohan
From
Australia
Very clean and well appointed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 291 reviews
Price from
US$621.82
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
Karolina
From
Poland
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.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 349 reviews
Price from
US$1,125.98
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.

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Wan Ling
From
Malaysia
Excellent services by the staff, felt so warm and welcome with their hospitality throughout our stay at Ishibekoji Muan. They have 3 types of room, and the one we stayed at was Kiyohira. We love the room design as well as the zen vibes/ atmosphere that the property created. The entire property including the room was also extremely clean and fully equipped/ well furnished.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 388 reviews
Price from
US$454.21
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.

S
Stefani-Emelin
From
Bulgaria
loved it, everything is very nice. location was perfect for our needs and the places we wanted to visit. the breakfast was very nice and also loved the staff, everyone were very helpful and nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 599 reviews
Price from
US$201.52
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 9.5
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4,914 reviews

Highly rated ryokans in Kyoto and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 9 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$324.34 per night

Ryokan Ryokufuso

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 976 reviews

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

Azumaya Ryokan

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews

Located in Kyoto, less than 1 km from Kyoto Station and 1.7 km from the centre, Azumaya Ryokan provides air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a shared lounge.

Ryokan Nakajimaya

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 173 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$101.33 per night

Towa Ryokan

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 513 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$422.22 per night

Wajimaya Ryokan

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 462 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$107.67 per night

Inn Kawashima

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 497 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$153.54 per night

Ryokan Wakamiya

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 150 reviews

Attractively located in Kyoto, Ryokan Wakamiya features an Asian breakfast and free WiFi. This 3-star ryokan offers a 24-hour front desk and a lift.

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

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$126.67 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 779 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$106.08 per night

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.

From US$170.30 per night

Matsui Honkan

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 375 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 202 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 901 reviews

Located in Kyoto, 200 metres from TKP Garden City Kyoto and 2.1 km from the centre, 京都駅前ひふみ旅館(HifumiRyokan Kyoto station) provides air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a garden.

Hotel Iida

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews

Located in Kyoto, 200 metres from TKP Garden City Kyoto and 2.2 km from the centre, Hotel Iida provides air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a shared lounge.

Ryokan Sanoya

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 135 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.

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$624.81 per night

HOTEL Clam Chowder

Kyoto
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 95 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$83.17 per night

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, 94 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$359.15 per night

Hiiragiya

Kyoto
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Offering inner courtyard views, Hiiragiya is an accommodation located in Kyoto, 1.3 km from Gion Shijo Station and 1.8 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall.

Mitsuki Kyoto

Kyoto
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 283 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.

Hotel Honnoji

Kyoto
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 181 reviews

Attractively situated in Kyoto, Hotel Honnoji features an Asian breakfast and free WiFi. This 4-star ryokan offers a 24-hour front desk and a lift.

Nishiyama Ryokan - Established in 1953

Kyoto
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 386 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$601.35 per night

Ebisu Ryokan

Kyoto
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 750 reviews

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

From US$57.58 per night

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Ryokans that guests love in Kyoto

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Avg. price/night: US$70.37
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,381 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$113.87
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4,914 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$208.21
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 547 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, 1,337 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$168.89
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 689 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$287.11
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 489 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$340.95
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,803 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$107.67
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 462 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$340.95
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,803 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