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Reviews of Ishibekoji Muan 5 stars

605-0825 Kyoto, Kyoto, Higashiyama-ku Shimokawaracho 463-10, Japan

#15 of 664 hotels in Kyoto

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Review score

Based on 160 hotel reviews

9.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.8

  • Location

    9.8

  • Facilities

    9.7

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.1

  • Free WiFi

    9.5

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  • Reviewed: 13 September 2024

    10
    This Ryokan had exceptional quality in room and products provided with very attentive staff.
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff was exceptional from the first minute to the last. They even walked us through the alley to get our taxi to make sure we were able to make it to our destination. It wasn’t necessary but exceptionally kind.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 September 2024

    10
    If you’re looking for an upscale, traditional Japanese experience, you found it!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Double Room with Bath
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location of this property is INCREDIBLE! I booked our stay last minute and we were blown away by the property and amenities upon arrival. Sae (night manager) couldn’t have been more welcoming and helpful.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2024

    10
    Great stay .
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    All was great .

    Amazing quality . All is fresh and new and high quality . Great service .

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2024

    10
    The best of the best (in every way)
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Bath
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    X

    Gorgeous room, quaint surrounding area, and exceptional staff! Would visit again.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 August 2024

    10
    Perfection in every detail.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Bath
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Kaiseki breakfast was good but didn’t reach the expectations of overall experience.

    This was the most amazing experience in a very long time. The location is superb and at night you can enjoy the surroundings without anyone but yourself. Amenities are top notch and service is impeccable. If you have time, stay here longer, it will pay off.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 July 2024

    10
    Exquisite ryokan with top-notch amenities.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing!

    Beautiful property. Excellent service.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2024

    10
    Amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double Room with Bath
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very friendly and accommodating staff. High quality and authentic experience. Very nice rooms as shown all with luxury products.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Bathroom
    • Stayed 5 nights

    It is a beautiful ryokan on a walking street, so super quiet.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2024

    10
    Outstanding. Would have stayed longer if there was room.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    3 rooms. Amazing staff. Rooms are simple, as contemporary but paid homage to tradition of a Ryocan. Great location.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 July 2024

    10
    Amazing place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is no such thing.

    I loved this property, everything was so nice, clean, and modern, while still keeping the traditional vibe of Kyoto. I can’t recommend enough this place. The girls at the reception were so nice and helped us with everything that we needed. We even got a bottle of wine as a gift for our honeymoon. I will definitely choose this place again next time. I know it is on the pricy side, but the value you get is simply amazing. You will not be disappointed.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room with Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    physically so very comfortable. spacious rooms , wonderful service. I would return to stay again

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2024

    10
    We absolutely enjoy our stay in Kyoto. This place gives us the calm and quietness that we are after.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The staircase is quite steep so will be good to bring smaller luggage instead of medium size luggage. Going up the stair to get to the room can be challenging.

    My family and I want to experience staying in a ryokan or Japanese home type of setup, so I booked this place near Gion. We enjoy staying there for 4 days. Walking distance to Kiyomizu-dera. Sherrie and Shin take very good care of us. The room is clean and beds are comfortable. There is no TV in the room so we are able to stay there and enjoy the zen and calm environment during our Kyoto trip. Absolutely loving it.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2024

    9.0
    Excellent spot to stay in Kyoto
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room with Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    AC was poor

    Location is excellent. Exceptionally clean and high quality.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2024

    10
    Lovely time spent in a quaint ryokan
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room with Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No proper chair so hard to get up due to my weak knees

    Friendly and attentive staff

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2024

    10
    Perfect stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room with Bath
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    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!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 June 2024

    10
    We had a wonderful 2 days during our vacation here.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing comes to mind— absolutely great experience!

    Location, service, breakfast, and our experience were all great! Absolutely great experience, from start to finish. The staff took care of everything and were very helpful and knowledgeable. We stayed in Hangetsu.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 May 2024

    10
    Excellent stay. Modernised Ryokan with a traditional feel
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing! I didn't like that we have to leave so soon. I cannot wait to go back to Kyoto and stay at Muan. I would specifically make a trip to Kyoto just to stay there again. The entrance was a little hard to find at first because it was located on a private road and it doesn't show on google map. However, it was really convenient once you found it.

    EVERYTHING WAS AMAZING!!! We enjoyed our stay at Muan so much. It was beautifully decorated, the rooms were so spacious with excellent bathrooms and toilets. The staff were extremely friendly and made us feel so welcomed. The breakfast was delicious. Location was excellent.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 May 2024

    10
    It was a wonderful experience and our family enjoyed our stay very much.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room with Bath
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was wonderful. I would recommend asking them to show you how to turn on the hot water for the bath when you arrive. Also if you have difficulty with mobility, keep in mind that you have to climb stairs to get to the front door.

    It was in a great location, it was very traditional looking, the room was very spacious, and the bath was nice. The bathroom floors were heated. Everyone there was so nice. They all took such great care of us. Kana-san was especially kind and helpful. She was able to help us book activities that were sold out online. We were having trouble finding a cab and we were running late and she ran out to the street to flag down a cab for us.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Bath
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great vibe, staff and experience as a ryokan

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room with Bath
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Sae, Sherri and Rachel were extremely helpful and their English was exceptional. A beautiful ryokan in a lively location.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 May 2024

    10
    Excellent boutique in amazing city.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Room with Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Great

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Twin Room with Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very attentive and friendly staff, gorgeous rooms and building and excellent location. I will definitely stay there again.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room with Bath
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    As is typical for all Japanese buildings, the walls are paper thin, so you can hear everything, so you must keep in mind to be quiet in your rooms and in the surrounding areas to remain respectful.

    The staff was friendly and knowledgeable always engaging and extremely helpful and clear with instructions. The establishment was GORGEOUS and located in a perfect spot near the tourist point and a VERY quiet side street.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    10
    Stay here. You will love it.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything

    Stayed in April 2024

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