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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.

L
Lidia
From
Netherlands
Property is located in very silent, residential are of Kyoto. The staff is very helpful and the room is equipped in all necessary things including green tea and local sweets to try. The Onsen was magical and the rules were clear for first timers. Tattoo friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,436 reviews
Price from
US$142.65
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 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3,296 reviews
Price from
US$196.37
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.

J
Jen
From
Kenya
Great guesthouse, walking distance to lots of key sights. Lots of lovely touches and helpful staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4,738 reviews
Price from
US$102.83
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
Amit Pinchas
From
Israel
Amazing hospitality in a wonderful establishment. The staff does everything they can to make the stay unique, memorable, luxurious and comfortable. The public bath is nice and relaxing. The dinner and breakfast is unlike anything I would typically experience as a westerner. Kyoto can be very intense sometimes, and this establishment provided us with an escape when needed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,291 reviews
Price from
US$435.89
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.

J
Jonna
From
Finland
Amazing experience. The staff was fantastic and welcoming the entire time. Peaceful and calm room which was extremely clean. Great for relaxing by yourself or for honeymooners. The private onsen pool outdoors was amazing and kept the water warm for a long time.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews
Price from
US$948.65
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 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 335 reviews
Price from
US$1,162.42
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
Penny Ann Keller
From
United States
We tried the Japanese and Westerm breakfasts. Both were lovely. Staff is friendly and helpful. Rooms are beautiful and clean. The location is perfect … and quiet!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 375 reviews
Price from
US$468.91
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, 583 reviews
Price from
US$196.15
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.

S
Simon
From
Germany
Mizuki san and Anna san are great hosts and tool very good care of us. The Auberge Azabu really is a small oasis inside of Kyoto, where you can relax as soon as you are over its doorstep. The garden view from the room and the breakfast are really awesome. My wife and I had a great time and will return 😀
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 495 reviews
Price from
US$190.21
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.

N
Noémie
From
France
Everything about our stay was amazing. The vibe was very cozy, relaxing and intimate in a traditional Japanese way, which was exactly what we were looking for. The big room with the small garden, confortable bed and huge hot bath, was particularly enjoyable after a day spent exploring Kyoto. The food was truly delicious from beginning to end. The breakfast and dinner were 2 of the best meals in our entire 4 weeks stay in Japan. Highly recommend to try both meat and fish options. They were also very accommodating for one of us who is vegetarian and were able to provide a delicious experience as well. If you are into deserts and sweets, you have to try their amazing ice cream and Japanese sweets which were served at the lounge and during tea time. Very nice late night snack as well. More than anything else, the service was the highlight of our stay. We had a small issue with our room at the beginning of our stay and the staff members went above and beyond not to let it impact our stay. They were all very kind and made our stay at the gosho memorable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews
Price from
US$768.55
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.

Most booked ryokans in Kyoto and surroundings in the past month

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2 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$310.32 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 405 reviews

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

  • Nagomi-Ryokan Yuu

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 736 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$72.65 per night
  • Roman Kan

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 666 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...

  • Izumiya Ryokan

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 67 reviews

    Less than 1 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto in Kyoto, Izumiya Ryokan features accommodation with access to a hot tub and public bath. This 3-star ryokan offers a lift and full-day security.

  • Azumaya Ryokan

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 92 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.

  • Towa Ryokan

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 499 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.

  • Takigawa Ryokan

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 259 reviews

    A 10-minute walk from the JR Kyoto Train Station, Takigawa Ryokan features comfortable Japanese-style rooms with tatami (woven-straw) flooring.

Highly rated ryokans in Kyoto and nearby

  • Yamadaya Ryokan

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 403 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, 2,004 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$759.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 728 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$133.77 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 337 reviews

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

    From US$491.36 per night
  • Daiya Ryokan

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,353 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.

  • 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, 185 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.

  • Matsumoto Ryokan

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 488 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.

These ryokans in Kyoto and nearby have non-smoking options

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 886 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.

  • Ryokan Sanga

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 591 reviews

    Located in the heart of Kyoto, Ryokan Sanga offers traditional Japanese-style accommodations with tatami (woven-straw) flooring and Japanese futon bedding. Guests can enjoy meals at the restaurant.

  • Nazuna Kyoto Nijo-jo

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    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.

  • Ryokan Sanoya

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 119 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.

  • HOTEL Clam Chowder

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    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$158.50 per night
  • Onya Kaede

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 251 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$159.37 per night
  • Shizuru 鴨川 ""旧SGR鴨川""

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    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$462.97 per night
  • Hiiragiya

    Kyoto
    Non-smoking options available
    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$2,034.14 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, 1,353 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, 4,738 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, 529 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, 1,291 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$194.17
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 660 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$575.37
    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$393.39
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,763 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$174.36
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 461 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$393.39
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,763 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