Title: Yoshi-Ima 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=4310441&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Yoshi-Ima Travelers find peaceful moments in the Japanese garden at this Kyoto guesthouse while starting their day with a complimentary breakfast buffet of local flavors ## Photo gallery for Yoshi-Ima ![Property grounds - Yoshi-Ima (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4320000/4310500/4310441/3536f7a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Yoshi-Ima (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4320000/4310500/4310441/b28a4368.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Yoshi-Ima (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4320000/4310500/4310441/580e1e18.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Traditional Room, Private Bathroom (Japanese Room) | In-room safe - Yoshi-Ima (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4320000/4310500/4310441/f7ec522e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Traditional Room, Private Bathroom (Japanese Room) | In-room safe - Yoshi-Ima (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4320000/4310500/4310441/a32885b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Yoshi-Ima Guesthouse in central Kyoto offers a genuine Japanese experience with a tranquil garden. Guests enjoy WiFi in common areas, free breakfast with local specialties, and convenient dry cleaning services. Previous visitors consistently praise their experiences here. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Laundry room - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Mar 25 - Mar 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26&selected=4310441&PinnedHotelID=4310441&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26&selected=4310441&PinnedHotelID=4310441&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Mar 26 - Mar 27](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27&selected=4310441&PinnedHotelID=4310441&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27&selected=4310441&PinnedHotelID=4310441&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Mar 27 - Mar 29](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=4310441&PinnedHotelID=4310441&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=4310441&PinnedHotelID=4310441&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Apr 3 - 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[Visit our Kyoto travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto.dx6131486) [View more Guest houses in Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Guest-Houses.d6131486-aaGuestHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C35.00631%2C135.77400&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=giVxs_yb5Fvq16ITCPq-9P__Fn0=) Yamatoohji Higashi-iru Nishinocho 229, Shinmonzendori, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0088 ### What's nearby - ![Gion Shirakawa Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10323/4ee60c29-4fec-4f13-bea6-949e478627c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Gion Shirakawa Area 1 min walk \- 0.1 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 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Springtime in Kyoto's Gion district. #asia #japan #kyoto #gion #sakura #streetphotography #travel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179161/afebb7a8-d146-4ce9-bc93-30ca1988eeb9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Shijo Street 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Yasaka Shrine which includes heritage architecture and a temple or place of worship](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501462/fa36d1e9-5dfb-4520-8495-77f1363364fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Yasaka Shrine 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Famous Geisha District ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10323/0972612f-a896-41b6-ab22-cd483f614e1e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Gion Corner 8 min walk \- 0.4 miles ### Getting around - Sanjo Station 5 min walk - Sanjo Keihan Station 6 min walk - Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.) 107 min drive ### Restaurants - Black Cat Lemonade 2 min walk - 伊藤ダイニング 京都(ITOH DINING) 2 min walk - Jean-Georges 1 min walk - 竹香 2 min walk - The Common One Bar Kyoto 2 min walk ## About this property ### Yoshi-Ima Guest house near Kawaramachi Street Located close to Pontocho Alley and Yasaka Shrine, Yoshi-Ima provides a free breakfast buffet, a Japanese garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. Additional perks include: - Smoke-free property, luggage storage and a front desk safe - Multilingual staff Room features All guest rooms at Yoshi-Ima have comforts, such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as amenities, such as safes. 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check-in end time: 7 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 18 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. ### 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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted 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 This property does not have any lifts Children 18 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 Set meals are served in guestrooms only (no menus or public dining) ### Property is also known as Yoshi-Ima Yoshi-Ima Inn Yoshi-Ima Inn Kyoto Yoshi-Ima Kyoto Gion Yoshi-Ima Hotel Kyoto Yoshi Ima Yoshi Ima Yoshi-Ima Kyoto Yoshi-Ima Guesthouse Yoshi-Ima Guesthouse Kyoto ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Yoshi-Ima pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Yoshi-Ima? ### What time is check-in at Yoshi-Ima? ### What time is check-out at Yoshi-Ima? ### Where is Yoshi-Ima located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Yoshi-Ima Reviews 9.6 ### 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) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 8.2 Location ### 9.6 Staff & service ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 44 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 5 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thuy 2 Mar 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Friendly staffs, excellent breakfast, good service. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ca1bac6d-bdbc-446f-9973-6c90c280c2d4-1772432138390.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Thuy Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christopher 29 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff were all 10/10 amazing. What a cool experience and very relaxing! ##### Christopher Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer 5 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It is located across the bridge from the popular restaurant district. We found it extremely easy to get to. The staff greeted us warmly and were extremely helpful. The breakfast was incredible and was the cherry on top for our experience. The only advice I have to share is that there are many mosquitos in the garden (can’t be helped) and to be ready for breakfast 30 minutes before your time. ##### Jennifer Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yashira 20 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Incredible experience Best place to do and experience a ryokan. Service was so good and attentive when it came to our tea and our traditional Japanese breakfast she walked us on how to eat everything. It was amazing ##### Yashira Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alyssa 4 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This was our first stay in a ryokan, sleeping on traditional tatami mats and futons. Staff brought breakfast to our rooms in the morning, it was delicious and a nice cultural experience. The room was large and spacious, along with the bathroom. A great stay in kyoto and I definitely recommend! ##### Alyssa Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ritika 22 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing room, amazing staff! ##### Ritika Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alain 14 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very charming establishment. ##### Alain Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### k 19 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing service, the staff were all super friendly and made us feel at home. The property was beautiful and in a great location! ##### k Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Suhail 24 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities What an amazing ryokan, the best value for money I had on my entire trip. The staff are so polite and they offer an authentic Japanese experience. It was the highlight of our trip, will definitely stay again! ##### Suhail Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jonathan 21 Nov 2023 Beautiful and amazing property ##### Jonathan Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### lynne 8 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A lovely cultural experience, would highly recommend! ##### lynne Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 16 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Something to remember Amazing experience, a very good night sleep in Japanese traditional lodging. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in May 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sara 2 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Wonderful and traditional experience. ##### Sara Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah 9 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities What an unique experience we had in this Ryokan. I want to thank especially the elder lady who served us. She was so lovely and nice. Big recommendation! ##### Sarah Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Raul 15 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Fantastic Ryokan if you want an authentic Japanese hotel experience. It takes a little getting used to for the slipper swap but it just adds to the authenticity. Also be ready for breakfast 30 min before your requested time. ##### Raul Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jarod 12 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This is ryokans offers, traditional Japanese clothing, (kimono and yukata) breakfast, Zen garden, tatami mat flooring, sliding wooden doors, bidet, mats for floor sleeping and excellent temperature control. A big plus was the Wifi and location. Staff are awesome. I would warn this ryokan has an 11pm curfew which curtailed our late evening plans to see Fushimi Inari (which is 24/7). The curfew is the biggest setback for travelers who wish to run a late night. ##### Jarod Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Francisco 22 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Excelente experiencia y servicio ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4e9ab4bf-1764-4b52-b183-43447fc48255-1758581003335.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/a0f1764f-9f05-4296-a8b9-6aecf2a5f7b6-1758581003128.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Francisco Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alessandro 30 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Se cercate un Ryokan è la scelta ideale! ##### Alessandro Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### koichiro 2 Apr 2023 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities 趣があって良かった。 ただ、1人旅だったのでかえって面倒くさいとも思いました。 ##### koichiro Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 12 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 一つ一つが丁寧に対応してもらいました。 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 23 Feb 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had a fantastic stay at gion yoshi ima for 6 nights. The ryokan was absolutely incredible and the staff were absolutely amazing. Location was great. Nothing was a hassle, we were treated so kindly would recommend this stay without question! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 6 Dec 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Fabulous Ryokan. Truly gives the Japanese culture experience. Great location in Gion. Highly recommend to stay here when visiting Kyoto ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### wenshih 15 Nov 2018 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 值得一看 內部景觀優美，有附免費早晚餐，離開還有小禮物 ##### wenshih Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ron 8 Nov 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### An authentic ryokan experience A family run old fashioned ryokan Comfortable great location and helpful staff ##### Ron Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 27 Dec 2015 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great Japanese experience It was great for the whole Japanese experience and in a great location close to all the other full culture shops and restaurants etc. if you don't like small space and sleeping and sitting on the floor this is not for you. ##### Verified traveller ### 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) > - [Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-HOTEL-MUSSE-Kyotoshijokawaramachi-Meitetsu.h52041999.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) > - [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) > - [Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Tokyu-Stay-Kyoto-Ryougaemachi-Dori-Sanjo-Karasuma.h18573474.Hotel-Information) > - [Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Mitsui-Garden-Hotel-Kyoto-Kawaramachi-Jokyoji.h54176990.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) > - [Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sakaiza Shijo-Kawaramachi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-TOKYU-STAY-KYOTO-SHIN-KYOGOKU-DORI.h27557574.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotel The M’s Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-The-Ms-Kyoto.h61628354.Hotel-Information) > - [THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-THE-GATE-HOTEL-KYOTO-TAKASEGAWA-By-HULIC.h46993133.Hotel-Information) > - [KYOTO GRANBELL HOTEL hanareya](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Kyoutoguranberuhoteru-Hanareya.h72398371.Hotel-Information) > - [THE GENERAL KYOTO Shijyo Shinmachi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-THE-GENERAL-KYOTO-ShijyoShinmachi.h89799984.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) > - [Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Mitsui-Garden-Hotel-Kyoto-Sanjo-PREMIER.h101206013.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) > - [Kyoto Traditional Machiya House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Kyoto-Traditional-Machiya-House.h17940263.Hotel-Information) > - [The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-karasumagojo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-THE-POCKET-HOTEL-KYOTO-KARASUMAGOJO.h51643765.Hotel-Information) ---