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Reviews of Gion Ryokan Q-beh 1 stars

605-0072 Kyoto, Kyoto, Higashiyama-ku Washiocho 505-3, Japan

#245 of 636 hotels in Kyoto

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Review score

Based on 426 hotel reviews

8.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.9

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    8.8

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    9.2

  • Free WiFi

    8.6

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  • Reviewed: 30 June 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The mattress of the bed were very hard. This is the last thing we didn't like.

    The Ryokan was very beautiful, we liked the Japanese old style. It seemed to be back in samurai era.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 June 2024

    9.0
    Fully experience Kyoto staying at this amazing Ryokan 🫶🏽
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (Adult Only)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The showers were powered by a button you need to press after some seconds which made washing my hair a bit uncomfortable but it’s literally the only con I could find about the place.

    We absolutely loved staying at Q-beh Ryokan. It was clean, cosy and well equipped. If you want to live the full experience of sleeping in a ryokan in gorgeous Gion geisha and shrine neighbourhood, definitely choose to stay here. Just 2 blocks from Yasaka shrine and just around the corner of most outstanding lovely streets of Gion. Also 2 blocks from city bus stop to roam around the city easily. I was a bit sceptical about sleeping in a ryokan but honestly my back felt quite relieved after resting there, specially after walking around 10 km per day. The price is also very convenient for a weekend and you can have access to a very nicely equipped kitchen to even cook your own meals- lovely Gion restaurants are also just 10 min walk.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 June 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room (Adult Only)
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The stay was great, my only issue I had was with the mattress provided. It was fine, but I'm used to cushy European-style bedding. That's not the hotel's fault, if anything it gives you a more authentic ryokan experience.

    The location was very clean, had great facilities, wonderful staff, and was very close to many of the major shrines in the area! I was able to walk everywhere I needed to in Gion, plus it isn't far from the train station if you want to venture out.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Japanese-Style Room ( Garden View ) with Private Shower Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    The rooms were very pretty and clean.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (Adult Only)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Comfortable traditional place

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2024

    8.0
    Enjoyed this affordable, no frills, stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Japanese-Style Room ( Garden View ) with Private Shower Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It felt a lot like our family was staying in a hostel. Loud conversations in the evening right outside of our room.

    The view from our window was very serene!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 June 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Japanese-Style Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff was extremely friendly, the hotel's location is amazing. We were a 10 min walk away from historical sites, temples, and the city center. The hotel itself is an amazing traditional place. 10/10 would recommend, and already planning to stay here the next time!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 June 2024

    9.0
    Great and located in an incredible place within Kyoto !
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Japanese-Style Room ( Garden View ) with Private Shower Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    All was really good, maybe it could be the beds, but they had the option to gave you an extra bed layer, so it's something easy to solve.

    It was a very nice and wide room with comodities and an incredible view of a japanese traditional interior garden. It was very nice !

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 June 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room (Adult Only)
    • Stayed 1 night

    The location is super nice.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2024

    10
    Very nice and chill, not too far from the center, very clean & quiet. Close to temples
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room (Adult Only)
    • Stayed 1 night

    Location was good, not too far from the center, histel was nice, clean & quiet.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 June 2024

    10
    Lots of value for money and amazing staff in this cozy and well cleaned ryokan.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The futons were a bit hard but probably not harder than futons are usually. The staff were very helpful with getting us an extra mattress.

    The staff was so kind and helpful. Great location and clean showers and toilet. Coffee and tee provided for free in the kitchen. Would really recommend!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (Adult Only)
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location in the Gion district. Not hard to find. About 20mins from the station on bus 206. Great Japanese style interior with sliding doors, tatami mats etc. Staff helpful. You have to take your shoes off

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 June 2024

    10
    Pleasant and really comfortable stay and within the places of interests.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (Adult Only)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing comes to mind as property was near to most places that I wanted to go. Just that it’s a bit of a walk to the nearest convenient store or bus stop but i think that’s manageable.

    It’s near the Gion area (near Ninenzaka and my stay was comfortable. The kitchen and common areas to hang around were clean and the really liked the bed was comfortable and toilets were super clean. Plus point was that I meet and talked to fellow travellers and even made a friend during my stay there.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 May 2024

    10
    The location is unique; the hostel is a traditional Japanese building, making the experience very special and enjoyable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room (Adult Only)
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shower room is a bit small. The room lock is not very easy to use; you need to press the door inward slightly to lock and unlock it easily.

    The front desk staff speaks fluent English, making communication smooth. The dormitory rooms are very comfortable and offer good privacy. The location is near Yasaka Shrine, and it's close to Kiyomizu Temple and Chion-in Temple. It's also conveniently near a bus stop for traveling to other places.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Japanese-Style Room ( Garden View ) with Private Shower Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Ryoken is not for people with back aches and with the amount of walking we did.

    Location and staff

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 May 2024

    10
    It’s probably cleanest hostel I ever stayed. Japanese obsession with cleaning is next level and this hostel is the proof
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (Adult Only)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    I really liked to stay here , perfect location and ultra clean hostel with very polite and helpful staff.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2024

    9.0
    Beautiful property in the beautiful district Gion. Close the many pretty streets and locations
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Be aware that the nearest train station is about 15-20 minutes away by foot. Not a big deal but should be considered with heavy luggage. Not the fault of the property! Since it is an traditional ryokan (house), keep in mind that it gets cold at night if the temperatures drop. We visited beginning of May and it was a bit chilly to sleep. Blankets were not that thick.

    Beautiful house from the outside as well as the inside. Staff was very friendly and helpful, spoke English well. The location is amazing as it is surrounded by the beautiful houses and streets of Gion. Many famous sightseeing spots are close by. Shared bathrooms were not difficult at all, as there are many separate toilets and showers in good condition. Kitchen area well equipped to prepare food.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room (Adult Only)
    • Stayed 1 night

    No elevator so it can be hard if you have some health issues but the stairs weren't too steep. One problem for me in the girl dormitory was the locking system: to go in and out of the dormitory, you have to use a key every time as there's no automatic locker: it can be a bit noisy so it disturbs people's sleep.

    Very cute guesthouse, and good location. It was quiet despite sleeping in a dorm, and the beddings were very clean and comfortable. The capsule size was much bigger than average, which is very convenient. The staff was friendly and accommodating too. I ll come again!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Japanese-Style Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The house is lovely and authentic Japanese style. I enjoyed my stays there. Location is great and very convenient.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (Adult Only)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff was really kind and looking forward to helping. The location is pretty good with regard to some attractions nearby to where you can either walk or take a short ride in a bus.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location, super clean!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2024

    9.0
    It was a great experience sleeping on authentic tatami mats and futons. Will definitely go back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    All good

    Location is convenient. Cosy and friendly environment . The staff and other guests are friendly too. Communal shower and toilets areas are segregated booths and are simple to use.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2024

    9.0
    Amazing place to stay in Gion, Kyoto
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Japanese-Style Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I don’t have much to say about what I don’t like as the property itself was pretty amazing; we only found that others staying at Q-beh were less respectful of quiet hours/being loud earlier morning and into the evening.

    I love that you're in the heart of Gion and there are so many shrines, popular streets and areas to explore. I also really enjoy staying in a single room with a tatami floor and a very comfortable futon and pillow. Facilities are very clean and instructions for everything are very clear. The staff are also great and very helpful if you need anything! Nice to have a communal kitchen as well.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    8.0
    A fairly comfortable room for two, with a traditional Japanese style at a good price
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Good location, A fairly comfortable room for two, with a traditional Japanese style at a good price.

    Stayed in April 2024

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