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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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Popular with guests booking ryokans in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,058 reviews

Popular with guests booking ryokans in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 531 reviews

Popular with guests booking ryokans in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 690 reviews

Popular with guests booking ryokans in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,319 reviews

Popular with guests booking ryokans in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,374 reviews

Popular with guests booking ryokans in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,726 reviews

Popular with guests booking ryokans in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,483 reviews

Popular with guests booking ryokans in Kyoto

Popular with guests booking ryokans in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3,328 reviews

Popular with guests booking ryokans in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4,858 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 7 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$372.59 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 413 reviews

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

Ryokan Ryokufuso

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 956 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$381.25 per night

Auberge AZABU

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 500 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.

Toshiharu Ryokan

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 435 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.

Nagomi-Ryokan Yuu

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 752 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$117.58 per night

Roman Kan

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 694 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 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 68 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.

Highly rated ryokans in Kyoto and nearby

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.

Towa Ryokan

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 505 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$377.95 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$156.77 per night

Matsubaya Ryokan

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,032 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.

Ohanabo

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 485 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, 757 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 345 reviews

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

From US$556.54 per night

Daiya Ryokan

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,374 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.

These ryokans in Kyoto and nearby have non-smoking options

Kyoto Ryokan Hirashin

Kyoto
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 143 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.

Nihonkan

Kyoto
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 690 reviews

Just 350 metres from JR Kyoto Train Station, Nihonkan offers simple Japanese rooms with tatami (woven-straw) floors and traditional futon bedding. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

From US$97.98 per night

Watazen Ryokan - Established in 1830

Kyoto
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 255 reviews

Set in the centre of Kyoto, less than 1 km from Kyoto International Manga Museum, Watazen Ryokan - Established in 1830 offers air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

From US$274.35 per night

Nissho Besso

Kyoto
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 178 reviews

Well set in Kyoto, Nissho Besso provides an à la carte breakfast and free WiFi. This 4-star ryokan offers a 24-hour front desk and full-day security. The ryokan features family rooms.

Yadoya Kikokuso

Kyoto
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 577 reviews

Situated in Kyoto, 700 metres from TKP Garden City Kyoto and 2.1 km from the centre, Yadoya Kikokuso features air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a garden.

Nazuna Kyoto Nijo-jo

Kyoto
Non-smoking options available
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$1,641.98 per night

HOTEL Clam Chowder

Kyoto
Non-smoking options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 93 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$156.77 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, 93 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$526.49 per night

FAQ about ryokans in Kyoto

Ryokans that guests love in Kyoto

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,374 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$168.53
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4,858 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, 538 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$431.12
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,319 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 676 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, 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,787 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 469 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, 1,787 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