605-0072 Kyoto, Kyoto, Higashiyama-ku Kodaiji-dori Washio 511, Japan
#25 of 635 hotels in Kyoto
Guests' ChoiceBased on 175 hotel reviews
9.5Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Location
9.8
Facilities
9.4
Staff
9.9
Value for money
8.6
Free WiFi
8.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 26 June 2024
Marielle
United StatesAs mentioned above, it is a very sound-sensitive place so even with everyone being respectfully quiet, you could still hear shuffling, coughing from the other rooms, and muted voices. If you choose this place, try to pick a larger room too.
Overall a great Ryokan experience: exceptional meals, cozy rooms with tatami mats, an interesting onsen experience, and gracious hosts. The kaiseki dinner experience and the breakfast were both fabulous. The kaiseki dinner comprised of 14 dishes/courses from the traditional assorted seasonal appetizers, sashimi, the boiled, the hot pot, pickled, fried, brined and more. The breakfast was equally traditional with miso salt salmon, tamago, pickles, soup, rice, and, tofu. The room we had was small - a mini square coffee table with two twin bedmats, side by side. For our bathroom, I was a little nervous beforehand but pleasantly surprised; although we only had the "toilet" (as warned when booked), it was sufficient and the toilet + sink area was separated by a door. The only complaint would be, the beds were not that comfortable and the walls were extremely thin. You could hear people and this type of room would not be comfortable for a longer stay. We only were here for 1 night because we had booked lodging too late. We wanted to experience an onsen - you get to reserve it for yourself (and/or family) for an hour and it is private. You sit on buckets to shower and cleanse, and there's a small hot tub to soak in. There's complimentary small cans of asahi, sake or water which were appreciated. Last but not least, the folks who run this place were very helpful and gracious in our interactions. This place is in the middle of Higashiyama District, smack dab of touristy Kyoto, a short walk to see the amazing Ryôzen Kannon.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 18 June 2024
Analise
United StatesWe absolutely loved staying here and experiencing a traditional Ryokan, wish we had stayed longer. This hotel was wonderful and in a great location, easy to walk most places and not too far from the train when we wanted to check out other nearby areas. Rooms were spacious and comfortable beds. We had the Japanese breakfast one morning which was presented nicely, and we both really enjoyed the different dishes!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 8 June 2024
S
United StatesWe stayed at this hotel in mid-April, and it was a truly memorable experience. As a family of four, including two kids, we found the stay to be incredibly enjoyable and relaxing. First and foremost, the cleanliness of the hotel was impeccable. Although we were initially concerned about the shared toilet and shower facilities, it turned out to be a great decision. Everything was maintained to the highest standard of cleanliness, which put us at ease right away. Our host was exceptionally kind and hospitable, making us feel welcomed from the moment we arrived. We were treated to a small treat upon our return to the hotel each day, which was a lovely touch. The hotel's superior location was a big plus. It was within walking distance to many popular tourist spots, yet remained quiet and peaceful. One of the highlights of our stay was the ability to reserve dinner and breakfast at the hotel for a couple of days. The food was both beautiful and fantastic, enhancing our overall experience. The convenience of being able to return to our room next door immediately after our meals made it a very relaxing and enjoyable experience. Our room is on the second floor and is very spacious. The hotel also featured a charming small Zen-style yard, which added to the peaceful and relaxing ambiance of our stay. In all, our stay was one of the best hotel experiences we've had. It was relaxing, clean, and filled with warm hospitality. We will definitely be coming back and highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for an authentic Japanese-style lodging experience.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 16 May 2024
Wayne
United Kingdomhad a massage and was probably the strangest and worst massage of my life .. it was from an old lady who really did not know what to do.. other than that the hotel was great but do not bother with the massage!
one of the best Ryokans we stayed at and the food was fantastic
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 10 May 2024
Denise
AustriaIncredible service, fantastic food and such a tranquil place that it felt like the room was in a different dimension! You have to get the dinner and breakfast option when you stay here. The service and quality of the food were outstanding. Our room had its own toilet, but the bath was shared. The whole experience was wonderful and we were able to get a slot for a bath in the evening and in the morning. I also was surprised how well I slept on the futon. Given that it felt hard when I laid down, I was surprised how well rested I woke up.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 6 May 2024
Jordi
South KoreaThe food was great.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 26 April 2024
Robert
PolandGreat traditional atmosphere of ryokan Impeccable customer service Amazing food (dinner is a 2-hour celebration) Very convenient location
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 23 April 2024
Carson
United StatesIncredible traditional Japanese food. Exceptional service. Perfect location. So glad we chose Motonago for our ryokan stay in Kyoto.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Raphael
FranceThe ryokan is beautiful, very well located, the host are amazing, everything was perfect. Thanks.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 18 April 2024
Grace
United StatesEverything was great.
Clean, classic, traditional and peaceful.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 17 April 2024
Diggins
United Kingdomn/a - we'd liked it all!
Breakfast was amazing. Staff were lovely. Location was perfect! Thank you :)
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 4 April 2024
John
United KingdomThis was a traditional Japanese guest house. It was beautiful.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 17 March 2024
Harminder
United KingdomVery friendly staff, amazing food, especially the sukiyaki! Very flexible and accommodating to requests, bath made us feel very relaxed, lovely location. I would recommend anyone who wants a relaxing few nights to stay here.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 7 March 2024
Mahina
New ZealandEverything, the staff are highly attentive and serve dinner and breakfast in your room
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 6 March 2024
Natalie
United StatesReally can't think of anything. It was expensive, but worth it for the experience.
We had a great stay at Ryokan Motonago! It was wonderful to be able to experience a traditional stay and kaiseki meal in such a lovely setting, and in such a fantastic location. The food was delicious and different from all of the other meals we had while traveling in the country, which was a great experience. The ability to book private time in the onsen with my partner was also much appreciated, especially after a long day of walking and exploring the area (which was central!!). The bedding setup was very comfortable and the staff were lovely. Definitely a worthy experience!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 25 February 2024
Szuping
United StatesGreat location in Gion and Kiyomizu dera area
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 23 February 2024
Distan
AustraliaUnfortunately we stayed on a night when they do not cater for dinner. Would have really loved that. We did however have the Japanese breakfast which was another experience in and of itself, also wonderful.
Amazing experience at this traditional ryokan. Loved the ambience and the view from our room which overlooked the internal courtyard albeit from the first floor. The perfectly manicured tree formed a gorgeous silhouette outside our window. We stayed here as a treat on our last day of our Kyoto trip (5 days in total). Its location is tremendous if you’d like to see Kiyomizu-dera or the Yasaka shrine; both nearby. Hospitality was terrific despite the language hurdle. It was my wife’s first experience of a ryokan and a definite highlight.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 22 February 2024
Philip
United StatesFor most westerners the beds might be a bit of a shock, as well as sharing toilets/bath areas. But all of that is clear in the booking so I knew what to expect and it was a unique and lovely experience.
Excellent location felt like walking around in a dream. The onsen was amazing. Great little garden outside of our room and lovely staff.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 18 February 2024
Natasha
United StatesAmazing! The dinner and breakfast was incredible. The futon and blankets were I incredibly warm and cozy. Such a luxurious experience. So grateful to have stayed there.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 15 February 2024
Samantha
United StatesThis is tough as if you want traditional it's hard to criticize. That said, it could maybe do with a few updates to bathrooms.
Incredible location, authentic & traditional
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 8 February 2024
Sangyoon
South KoreaBath was a little under expectation but clean and good.
Food was epic..
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 6 February 2024
Robert
United StatesExcellent service
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 21 January 2024
Tobias
AustraliaLimited English which wasn’t an issue for us, but may be for some.
Great location, clean, comfortable, very friendly staff. Enjoyed the hot bath and food.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 17 January 2024
Patrick
United StatesBedroom was warm but in winter hall and bathroom were cold
Amazing location near Kodaiji temple.
Stayed in January 2024
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