Title: NISHIYAMA RYOKAN Established in 1953 Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=10323&destination=Kyoto%2C+Kyoto+Prefecture%2C+Japan&selected=3886831&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # NISHIYAMA RYOKAN Established in 1953 Traditional Japanese hospitality awaits at this peaceful retreat where guests can experience authentic ryokan culture just steps from Kawaramachi Street ## Photo gallery for NISHIYAMA RYOKAN Established in 1953 ![Courtyard - NISHIYAMA RYOKAN Established in 1953 (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3886900/3886831/a96d23f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property video](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/5CE9271FE4B2397E89B94FCEB9271216/5ec48827-82f7-4b6a-98ed-20b9c761a08a-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1080) ![Luxury Twin Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk - NISHIYAMA RYOKAN Established in 1953 (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3886900/3886831/829f7faf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Japanese-style Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk - NISHIYAMA RYOKAN Established in 1953 (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3886900/3886831/4c3d98c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Public bath - NISHIYAMA RYOKAN Established in 1953 (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3886900/3886831/bcfc5aa0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies NISHIYAMA RYOKAN has offered authentic Japanese accommodations since 1953\. Guests can stroll through the garden, relax in the indoor bath, or book spa services. The on-site restaurant serves Japanese cuisine, and multilingual staff provide assistance. WiFi is available throughout. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Spa - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Laundry room £2,836 additional charges may apply 28 Mar - 29 Mar ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=3886831&PinnedHotelID=3886831&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=3886831&PinnedHotelID=3886831&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20&selected=3886831&PinnedHotelID=3886831&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20&selected=3886831&PinnedHotelID=3886831&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=3886831&PinnedHotelID=3886831&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=3886831&PinnedHotelID=3886831&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=3886831&PinnedHotelID=3886831&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=3886831&PinnedHotelID=3886831&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### View all photos for Japanese Standard Room ![Japanese Standard Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3886900/3886831/4919c63d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese Standard Room 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews - City view - 237 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Futons ### View all photos for Japanese Deluxe Room ![Japanese Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3886900/3886831/9a3b3acd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese Deluxe Room - City view - 431 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 5 - 5 Single Futons ### View all photos for Superior Room ![Superior Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3886900/3886831/84a5ac52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews - City view - 344 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Futons ### View all photos for Luxury Twin Room ![Luxury Twin Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3886900/3886831/b3ca210e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Twin Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review - 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[Visit our Kyoto travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto.dx6131486) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.01311%2C135.76630&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=T2JHRy_6k2nSsfu3rcVOZXcM-Yg=) Gokomachi St.-Nijyo Sagaru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 604-0933 ### What's nearby - ![京都市四条河原町交差点の夜の景観。 ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6204513/6a79737b-3e27-46b8-956f-eaa24d1738e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kawaramachi Street 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Cherry blossoms along the Gion Shirakawa River. Japanese old folk houses.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347525/a4fb65cf-7823-4ac1-bfe0-b8cf4cff9fc7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kiyamachi Street 4 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Ponto-cho is a Hanamachi district in Kyoto Japan. There are many geisha houses, traditional tea houses, historical architectures and riverbed style cuisine restaurants.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160578/6c8d0624-be8e-46f6-8151-e20f76f735e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Pontocho Alley 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Kyoto_NishikiMarket_6258971_08](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6258971/d4bf094c-024f-4052-bb81-54deb5ac7ecf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Nishiki Market 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Teramachi Street 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles ### Getting around - Shiyakusho-mae Station 5 min walk - Sanjo Station 12 min walk - Osaka (ITM-Itami) 66 min drive ### Restaurants - リンゴ酒場 Swingin’ 3 min walk - agri 2 min walk - Bighand Bros. Beer TERAMACHI 3 min walk - ブション (Le Bouchon) 2 min walk - 御肉処銀閣寺大にし 3 min walk ## About this property ### NISHIYAMA RYOKAN Established in 1953 Ryokan near Kawaramachi Street Pontocho Alley and Nishiki Market are located near NISHIYAMA RYOKAN - Established in 1953, which provides an indoor public bath (no minerals), a Japanese garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Be sure to enjoy Japanese cuisine at the on-site restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a front desk safe and luggage storage - Smoke-free property, multilingual staff and a lift - Tour/ticket information - Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff Room features All rooms are individually decorated, and have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes. 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Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available ### Food and drink - Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: JPY 4,000 per person - A restaurant - Kaiseki meal ### Things to do - Full-service spa ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Multilingual staff - No housekeeping service - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Garden ### Full-service spa - In-room massages - Public bath open from 4:30 PM - midnight - 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. - Handrails in stairways - Lift - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible path to lift - Wheelchairs on site ### More - 5 floors - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Toilet with electronic bidet - Toothbrush and toothpaste - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 40-inch LED TV ### Food and drink - Free bottled water - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Desk - Heating (climate-controlled) - Individual decor - Phone - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:30 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation 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 Additional fees may apply to children for bedding and meals. Meals for children must be requested in advance of arrival; fees apply. Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this hotel in advance. ### Renovations and closures The following facilities are closed on Wednesday: - Restaurant ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children 5 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 5 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. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately JPY 4000 per person 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 Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property Japanese futons are provided based on the number of adults in the reservation. 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 Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Children 5 years old and younger are not permitted at this property 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 Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities ### Property is also known as NISHIYAMA NISHIYAMA Kyoto NISHIYAMA RYOKAN NISHIYAMA RYOKAN Kyoto RYOKAN NISHIYAMA Nishiyama Ryokan Hotel Kyoto NISHIYAMA RYOKAN Nishiyama Established In 1953 NISHIYAMA RYOKAN Established in 1953 NISHIYAMA RYOKAN - Established in 1953 Kyoto NISHIYAMA RYOKAN - Established in 1953 Ryokan NISHIYAMA RYOKAN - Established in 1953 Ryokan Kyoto ## Frequently asked questions ### Is NISHIYAMA RYOKAN - Established in 1953 pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at NISHIYAMA RYOKAN Established in 1953? ### How much is parking at NISHIYAMA RYOKAN - Established in 1953? ### What time is check-in at NISHIYAMA RYOKAN - Established in 1953? ### What time is check-out at NISHIYAMA RYOKAN - Established in 1953? ### Where is NISHIYAMA RYOKAN - Established in 1953 located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## NISHIYAMA RYOKAN Established in 1953 Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location ### 9.8 Staff & service ### 9.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 219 8 - Good 83 6 - Okay 9 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 3 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Reeve 9 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Beautiful, centrally located property. Super nice staff. Delicious breakfasts. Our room was stunning, with comfortable beds, and a great bathroom. ##### Reeve Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andy 13 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Amazing and friendly staff. ##### Andy Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### sarah 15 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff was super accommodating and so friendly and the location was perfect - slightly off the beaten path but close enough to the fun! I 1000% would stay here again. The rooms were also spotless and they had some fun events going on! 5/5 ![Rooms were great and the layout was functional ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ed812c43-2128-4ded-95d4-d90e875598aa-1763173472729.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/62801d8f-4719-4bb4-a1c4-f39a7fc0d067-1763173471655.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/777a126a-c8d1-49d2-a943-8939b49366b4-1763173472612.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### sarah Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kylie 22 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The room was beautiful and clean. The staff were lovely! I loved the Japanese style breakfast we had! It was really nice that they also had activities, I was able to participate in a green tea ceremony. It was close to shopping and food nearby. I love to stay here again. ##### Kylie Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hany 30 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Family owned with very friendly family ##### Hany Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brenda 6 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities We loved staying here! The staff were attentive and friendly. This is a place we can’t wait to come back. ##### Brenda Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charlotte 7 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Beautiful hotel with lovely garden and onsen. Service was excellent, very welcoming and friendly. Enjoyed the free drinks in the lobby. Excellent location with lots of restaurants on the doorstep. Room was spacious and traditional, a lovely experience. Also had a very good in-room massage too ##### Charlotte Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vivak 17 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A fantastic stay. The property was very clean, quiet, and the hosts were very nice! ##### Vivak Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Rafael 15 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort A bit off the main attraction of the city. Hotel has room smaller than most ryokans we stayed in. Service was superb and staff is very friendly. Tea ceremony here was performed beautifully. ##### Rafael Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mayuresh 7 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This was our first ryokan experience and everyone in our family loved it. We ordered special vegetarian breakfast for us and it was delicious, and served in authentic Japanese way. Thank you to courteous hotel staff for attending to our questions and special requests. We will recommend this ryokan for easy access to shopping and restaurant areas ##### Mayuresh Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christopher 5 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing staff, perfect location, traditional and comfortable, amazing breakfast, we would come back! ##### Christopher Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Soumya 26 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Traditional Japanese tatami flooring rooms, extremely warm staff and hosts, such a calm zen garden, lovely onsens , Japanese breakfast to die for. Look nowhere else if you are planning a stay in kyoto ##### Soumya Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Iain 21 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Super Ryokan in Kyoto Wonderful Ryokan with lovely owners. Great room and staff. Enjoyed the tea ceremony, Japanese breakfast and public bath. Definitely recommend in a nice quiet bit of Kyoto. ##### Iain Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura 6 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### We enjoyed our stay We loved our stay here. The ryokan is a quaint and warm building with a lovely staff. The meals were excellent and it was easy to visit other places in Kyoto from the convenient location. ##### Laura Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason 29 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful property. Professional, kind and helpful staff. Convenient location, slightly out of tourist zone so it's peaceful and quiet. Highly recommend. ##### Jason Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shawn 6 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff were friendly and helpful, the property was very quiet and relaxing ##### Shawn Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy 4 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The hotel is very clean. Very pleasant and helpful staffs. Spacious rooms and comfy beds. Very peaceful atmosphere. Public bath is clean. Relaxing to walk around the neighborhood. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/a997a737-bcee-493c-b5a5-a79ea499ca87-1749009412254.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/030b41ff-8803-4352-ba20-faf8b05f26ee-1749009389385.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/f34bbd06-a0ad-4307-abf5-13b6705d1bbe-1749009408897.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d9ca0035-7642-4eae-a8d3-fb70d33e6027-1749009404698.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Nancy Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Zianeb 2 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Great staff , very nice and large rooms , slightly old and carpets in corridors. But highly recommend the area and the atmosphere, very welcoming and great facilities like washing machines ##### Zianeb Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Norma 13 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely room and excellent friendly staff. Great location in a quiet area but close enough to shops & restaurants. Staff was so helpful to make sure we had everything we needed. ##### Norma Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Leonardo 18 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great hotel, no room service, great location ##### Leonardo Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Genella 18 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This place is great, it was our first time staying at a ryokan. The staff’s hospitality and service is 10/10\. The futons were very soft and comfy. A lot of space in the room. Only downside for us was it’s kinda far from the station so just a lot of walking. Will recommend! ##### Genella Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kayli 6 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This was a wonderful experience. Everyone was so nice and helpful. ##### Kayli Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debra 18 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wonderful experience!! Definitely visit again. Fantastic breakfast!! Owner's were incredibly friendly and helpful. ##### Debra Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charlotte 1 Jun 2025 We absolutely loved our stay! We were treated so well, they were attentive to every need and so helpful! We enjoyed a Koto concert, tea ceremony, traditional Japanese breakfast, loved our room, there is a Public Bath, and it’s a quick walk to the Family Mart! They even gave me a little gift for my birthday. Highly recommend! ![My daughter trying her hand at the tea ceremony](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/32f36de9-1583-4351-963d-2b2e4d6b4961-1748748764429.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Charlotte Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ching 9 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This is such a lovely hotel, it being clean and staff are friendly. We were completely immersed into the Japanese culture where we were offered the typical Kyoto breakfast (there is a small fee to pay for breakfast ) and experienced the tea ceremony. The hotel also offer free 2h walking tour and a 30 min Koto performance. ##### Ching Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [Nazuna Kyoto Tsubaki St.](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Nazuna-Kyoto-Tsubaki-St.h46053153.Hotel-Information) > - [Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shijo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Mitsui-Garden-Hotel-Kyoto-Shijo.h3806437.Hotel-Information) > - [Yadoya Kikokuso](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Yadoya-Kikokuso.h43888011.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotel Grand Bach Kyoto Select](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-Grand-Bach-Kyoto-Select.h8076320.Hotel-Information) > - [Yuzuya Ryokan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Yuzuya-Ryokan.h20931679.Hotel-Information) > - [M’s Hotel Sanjo Omiya](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Ms-INN-SANJO-OMIYA.h39604744.Hotel-Information) > - [TUNE STAY Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-TUNE-STAY-Kyoto-Hostel.h39861619.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-HOTEL-THE-CELESTINE-KYOTO-GION.h17857390.Hotel-Information) > - [SOWAKA](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel-SOWAKA.h27267482.Hotel-Information) > - [THE MACHIYA Kamiumeya](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-THE-MACHIYA-Kamiumeya.h29070851.Hotel-Information) > - [MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-MONdayApartPremium-KyotoShichijoHorikawa.h72965339.Hotel-Information) > - [Ryokufuso](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Ryokufuso.h11899943.Hotel-Information) > - [Dhawa Yura Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Kyoto-Yura-Hotel-MGallery.h34865507.Hotel-Information) > - [Royal Twin Hotel Kyoto Hachijoguchi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Royal-Twin-Hotel-Kyoto.h41924656.Hotel-Information) > - [Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Mitsui-Garden-Hotel-Kyoto-Kawaramachi-Jokyoji.h54176990.Hotel-Information) > - [TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-TASSEL-HOTEL-SANJYO-SHIRAKAWA.h40139654.Hotel-Information) > - [RESI STAY HEART](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-RESI-STAY-Cotorune-KYOTO.h34114019.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotel Glad One Kyoto Shichijo by M’s](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-HOTEL-GLAD-ONE-KYOTO-SHICHIJO.h19563862.Hotel-Information) > - [Kyoto Machiya Zeniyacho](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Kiraku-Kyoto-Zeniyacho.h42077450.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotel The M’s Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-The-Ms-Kyoto.h61628354.Hotel-Information) > - [KYOTO GRANBELL HOTEL hanareya](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Kyoutoguranberuhoteru-Hanareya.h72398371.Hotel-Information) > - [RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-RIHGA-Royal-Hotel-Kyoto.h178521.Hotel-Information) > - [Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Station](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Mitsui-Garden-Hotel-Kyoto-Station.h33777060.Hotel-Information) > - [Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Onyado-Nono-Kyotonanajyo-Natural-Hot-Springs.h44762017.Hotel-Information) > - [APA Hotel Kyoto Gojo Omiya](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-APA-Hotel-Kyoto-Gojo-Omiya.h104888086.Hotel-Information) > - [Hiyori Stay Kyoto Kamogawa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-Suite-Kyoto-Kamogawa-Shomen.h100205202.Hotel-Information) > - [THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-THE-HOTEL-HIGASHIYAMA-By-KyotoTokyuHotel.h71549946.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotel ZIZI Kyoto Gion](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Zizi.h37754813.Hotel-Information) > - [The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-karasumagojo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-THE-POCKET-HOTEL-KYOTO-KARASUMAGOJO.h51643765.Hotel-Information) ---