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Ishicho

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Near Nishiki Market and Kyoto Imperial Palace, Ishicho provides an indoor public bath (no minerals), a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
The current price is £90
additional charges may apply
20 Aug - 21 Aug

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  • 4 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Located in Downtown Kyoto, a neighbourhood in Kyoto, Ishicho is near a metro station. Kawaramachi Street and Nishiki Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and Lake Biwa. Kyoto Gyoen National Garden and Kyoto Municipal Zoo are also worth visiting. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
Map
Kawaramachi Dori Takeya Higashi Iru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 604-0901

What's nearby

  • A brightly lit urban street at night with illuminated buildings and a tree-lined sidewalk.
    Kawaramachi Street
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A traditional wooden building with a stone wall and a narrow water channel.
    Kiyamachi Street
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A street with red umbrellas and a restaurant with a sign in Japanese.
    Pontocho Alley
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A traditional Japanese temple with red pillars and a tiled roof.
    Kyoto Imperial Palace
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A bustling indoor market with various shops and stalls.
    Nishiki Market
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Jingu-marutamachi Station
    6 min walk
  • Shiyakusho-mae Station
    7 min walk
  • Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.)
    112 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chapter The Grill
    4 min walk
  • カヌレ
    5 min walk
  • 一保堂茶舗
    5 min walk
  • SCHOOL BUS COFFEE STOP KYOTO
    2 min walk
  • Bar K6
    4 min walk

About this property

Ishicho

  • Upscale ryokan near Kawaramachi Street
  • Nishiki Market and Kyoto Imperial Palace are located near Ishicho, which provides an indoor public bath (no minerals), a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), hot springs on-site and self-parking (surcharge)
    • A ballroom, a water dispenser and luggage storage
    • A front desk safe, a vending machine and a banquet hall
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 112 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Down duvets and extra futons (surcharge)
    • Bathrooms with deep-soaking baths and toilets with electronic bidets
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Uncovered parking on site (JPY 1,000 per night)
  • Uncovered extended parking on site (JPY 1,000 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: JPY 2,200 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Hot springs
  • Karaoke
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Spa

  • Hot springs
  • Public bath open from 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Extra futon (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100-10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A bathing tax, collected at the property, may be charged. The bathing tax applies to properties with hot springs and ranges from JPY 150-500 per person, per night based on local regulations. Please note that further exemptions may apply.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: from approximately JPY 2200 per person
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: JPY 1000 per night
  • Uncovered extended parking fee: JPY 1000 per night
  • Futon bed fee: JPY 4000 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests who wish to book breakfast are encouraged to contact the property 2 days before arrival to pre-book it.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
Parking height restrictions apply
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities

Frequently asked questions

Is Ishicho pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ishicho?

As of 19 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ishicho on 20 Aug 2026 start from £90, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Ishicho?

Self-parking is available for JPY 1000 per night. Extended parking is available for JPY 1000 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Ishicho?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Ishicho?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Ishicho located?

Located in Downtown Kyoto, this ryokan is within 1 mile (2 km) of Kawaramachi Street, Kyoto Imperial Palace and Shijo Street. Nishiki Market and Nijō Castle are also within 1 mile (2 km). Shiyakusho-mae Station is 7 minutes by foot and Sanjo Keihan Station is 13 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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