600-8015 Kyoto, Kyoto, Shimogyo-ku Minoya-cho 179-1 , Japan
#362 of 664 hotels in Kyoto
Guests' ChoiceBased on 184 hotel reviews
8.5Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.4
Facilities
8.4
Staff
9.5
Value for money
8.2
Free WiFi
7.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 25 September 2024
Stephen
AustraliaThere was no other breakfast option.
A good set menu Japanese breakfast. The location suited us. The front desk was helpful.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 19 September 2024
Panna
United Kingdomnothing
Lovely staff who were really attentive and explained everything to us, really large room with a good bathroom, breakfast was lovely and varied, a great japanese experience for the tourist!
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 17 September 2024
Teagan
AustraliaThe traditional beds weren’t comfortable compared to western style beds and pillows were very hard.
I liked how friendly the staff were and the traditional experience. The rooms and shower were the most spacious we experienced in Japan.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 11 September 2024
Armando
United StatesInsufficient air conditioning
The experience of staying in a traditional Japanese setting overlooking the river.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 16 August 2024
Sara
United StatesNo breakfast or coffee offered
It’s BEAUTIFUL and the beds were the comfiest I experienced in Japan
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 28 July 2024
Hazel
SpainThe staff were lovely and accomodating. Walking distance to most places.The rooms were spacious and sleeping on tatami mats on a futon is incredibly comfortable
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 13 July 2024
Rob
United KingdomThat we had to leave.
Staff were amazing. Very friendly and helpful to all our needs. The room was a great size with separate toilet and washroom, fridge, tv and very comfortable beds. Hot water for tea was supplied daily.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 10 July 2024
Amaree
United KingdomVery traditional vibes and lovely helpful staff that allowed us to check in early because we arrived before schedule. The room was decorated incredibly well and I especially enjoyed the complimentary tea
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 10 June 2024
Patrick
United Statescomfortable, authentic, and very quaint
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 5 June 2024
Tina
PhilippinesProperty is old but clean.
Good location.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 2 June 2024
Adriana
SpainPrice/location
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 23 May 2024
Sarai
United StatesThe beds were uncomfortable. The staff were nice but very limited English. Breakfast was ok.
The location was excellent. Nearby train station and lots of fun areas to walk at night.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 23 May 2024
Viraksith
CanadaOur room felt a little bit old, there was a spot where the wallpaper was coming off or was stained, I forgot. We paid 380 Canadian dollars (1 night, 2 meals) which is more than the Japanese style room we had in Fujikawaguchiko with view on the Mont Fuji. Fortunately, the meal experience and the staff made up for it
The service is top notch. It's what you expect from Japan staff. This place will give immerse five you a full immersion. We had 2 meals, dinner and breakfast. All very Japanese. "what are we eating" and "it's beautiful and yummy". The diner room was very lively during our stay and the other guests were all speaking (loudly) Japanese.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 22 May 2024
Chloe
IrelandThe staff were fantastic. We made a mistake regarding what train we had to catch on the day we had to check out. We were confused by the train website and transfer times. We rang and the staff kindly let us check out earlier than we had intended. Thank you very much for your flexibility and accommodating our schedule so last minute. You made our trip much less stressful and we were able to make our train and transfers as a result. We greatly appreciate it and apologise for any inconvenience we caused. Thank you very much. The hotel is lovely, quiet, and clean. We highly recommend staying here.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Shirley
United StatesProperty a bit dated. Hallway carpets can use a deep cleaning or replacement.
Very nice stay. Enjoyed the traditional tatami room. Tea set and hot thermos provided. Yukata provided. Nice location on a peaceful street with nice atmosphere; easy to walk to the historic center as well as the modern busy shopping street.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 18 May 2024
Pon
ThailandThe property is a bit old.
The location was really great, it is walkable distance to main area and the facility and staff is truly nice.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 6 May 2024
Ian
MaltaUncomfortable pillows Rooms are a little dated and need some updates
I chose this property as I read a lot about getting a ryokan when visiting Kyoto. The location is fantastic, the big room overlooked the river and had a nice terrace with plenty of storage space and a large bathroom.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 19 April 2024
Cristina
United StatesLoved the location, on the river.Loved the traditional breakfast. It was varied and delicious. We felt pampered. The property was close to Gion District and Pontocho Alley.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 19 April 2024
Alessandro
ItalyBeautiful room, beautiful view, good position, silent enough
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Simon
CanadaThe facilities were a little old, but still clean and well kept.
Location was amazing - in front of a quiet street with a beautiful canal with cherry blossoms, and close to a river.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Hilaryus
United StatesRather worn property. There were 2 futons each, but pretty hard...to be expected in ryokan, but one and done for me.
Excellent dinner and breakfast. Different meal each time. Lovely view of the river from the restaurant. This staff was wonderful. Felt well taken care of. Nice to stay in traditional room. Sitting area in the room was comfortable with nice view of cherry blossoms. Very convenient to all of east side of town.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Richard
AustraliaGreat location, very good food and charming, attentive staff
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 27 March 2024
Sumana
United StatesPublic bath was closed
The place was very clean and spacious
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 20 March 2024
Eng
SingaporeIt's unfortunate that there was no onsen to completely enjoy the ryokan experience.
The room was bright and spacious. Theres just something comforting about the traditional rooms that you can't get from a modern hotel. There is also green tea available in the room to rest and relax after a long day visiting shrines. The breakfast was tasty and had a wide array of food cooked Japanese style. It was also overlooking the river that allows for a good view while enjoying our meals.
Stayed in March 2024
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