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Yuzuya Ryokan

3.5 star property
Ryokan with a restaurant, steps from Yasaka Shrine

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Restaurant
Restaurant
Lobby
Japanese garden
Interior entrance

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is £359
additional charges may apply
11 Jul - 12 Jul

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Japanese Style Room with Private Bathroom, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Japanese Style Room with Private Bathroom, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Futons

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About the area

Map
545, Yasaka Shrine Minamitonari, Gion-machi Minamigawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0074

What's nearby

  • Yasaka Shrine - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Gion Corner - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Pontocho Alley - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Gion-shijo Station - 7 min walk
  • Higashiyama Station - 10 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪京の米料亭八代目儀兵衛 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪喫茶カトレヤ - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪アパホテル EXCELLEN 屋上ビアガーデン - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪茶房こいし - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪祇園北川半兵衛 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Yuzuya Ryokan

Ryokan near Kawaramachi Street
Located close to Yasaka Shrine and Gion Corner, Yuzuya Ryokan provides an indoor public bath (no minerals), a garden and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Japanese breakfast (surcharge), a front desk safe and smoke-free property
  • Free newspapers
Room features
All guest rooms at Yuzuya Ryokan have thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with bidets and shower/bath combinations
  • Fridges, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily Japanese breakfast available 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: JPY 3,630 to 6,050 per person
  • A restaurant
  • Kaiseki meal

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden

Spa

  • Public bath open from 6:00 AM - midnight
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Tatami (woven mat) flooring
  • Tokonoma (alcove)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 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
Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property in advance.
Guests booked in Half Board rates must check-in by 6 PM to receive dinner.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 13 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 13 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 200–1,000 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 Japanese breakfast: approximately JPY 3630 to 6050 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Children 13 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
Guests with tattoos are welcome to use the on-site public bathing facilities

Property is also known as

Yuzuya Ryokan Kyoto
Yuzuya Kyoto
Yuzuya
Yuzuya Ryokan Hotel Kyoto
Yuzuya Ryokan Kyoto
Yuzuya Ryokan Ryokan
Yuzuya Ryokan Ryokan Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Is Yuzuya Ryokan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Yuzuya Ryokan?

As of 2 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Yuzuya Ryokan on 11 Jul 2025 start from £358.82, 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 Yuzuya Ryokan?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Yuzuya Ryokan?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Yuzuya Ryokan?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Yuzuya Ryokan located?

Located in Gion, this ryokan is steps away from Yasaka Shrine and Shijo Street. Gion Corner and Pontocho Alley are also within 10 minutes. Higashiyama Station is 10 minutes by foot and Gion-shijo Station is 7 minutes.

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Yuzuya Ryokan Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

A good place to experience a traditional Japanese Hotel. The place was top notch. The staff and the service they provided were beyond 5 stars. And the Breakfast was to die for.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

The staff are amazing, very helpful and informative and friendly. Definitely a more unique experience where they help you get the most out of it! Even the traditional style beds were actually more comfy than some of our more western hotels we stayed at!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Loved this place! The staff are amazing - super friendly and helpful. The food is great and so much of it The beds are comfortable and everything is beautifully maintained Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Amazing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

Great experience, and the treatment of staff was excellent, I really enjoyed my stay there
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

The food is excellent, the location is perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

A fantastic and authentic place right in the heart of Gion and next door to the yasaka shine. Everything about it is considered and beautiful. A true gem in Kyoto. The breakfast is epic. Kimono’s suppled by the ryokan can be worn around the property which is a nice touch. Staff as amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Staff service and Ryokan rooms are fantastic. Japanese Breakfast is five stars.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Great attention to detail and very helpful staff. Great first time experience especially with the dinner and breakfast options.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

What a wonderful experience! Above and beyond what I expected from a traditional ryokan. Friendly and accommodating service, incredible breakfasts, perfect central location for our first visit to Kyoto. We were a little concerned about sleeping on a futon but it couldn’t have been more comfortable. Highly recommended if you’re looking to stay at a ryokan.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Customer service was amazing, rooms were beautiful, breakfast was luxurious, perfect location, and onsen was great. I would recommend this ryokan to anyone (unless you have mobility issues/physical disabilities due to the stairs).
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Good location although hard to find at first as the entrance is a doorway on a main road. Steps up were difficult with our suitcases. Lovely inside and very attentive staff. Room was lovely and beds very comfortable. Wooden bath was unusual but worked fine. Had a Japanese style breakfast in the restaurant which was beautifully presented. Good experience but expensive compared to local hotels.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Best Japanese food I have ever had.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

Excellent service and wonderful kaiseki breakfast and dinners. Location extremely convenient near many shrines, temples, dining, shopping, transportation. Only downside is facities are on the older side and air conditioner is loud and always on in the room during the summer.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Fantastic stay steeped in Japanese tradition. Rooms beautiful, welcome wonderful, beds comfortable. Breakfast was amazing, prehaps a bit too much for 2 teenagers, but still amazing and delicious regardless.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Great location, beautiful property, and tremendous food. The staff was tremendously helpful and had great senses of humor. Would stay again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10

This was a true Japanese experience. The place is magical and the food is amazing. I loved being able to try multiple authentic Japanese dishes in one meal
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10

Artisinal authentic Japanese ryokan with superb yuzu themed food! Central location and lovely well-maintained property! Warm hospitality! Check dinner times since we almost missed ours..
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10

Absolute wonderful Ryokan to harbor at the heart of Gion! From amenities to services to dinings, everything is knitted to the smallest details. Definitely would be back again in the future should availability allows.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10

Very decent and authentic ryokan. Friendly and efficient staff. Nice food. Neat and environmental friendly. Convenient location. Had a wonderful and enjoyable stay there. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10

Great experience of Japanese lifestyle, sleeping in futon beds in a tatami room. Highlight of the stay is the Japanese breakfast , wearing a yukata garb. staff are very helpful. They are like family, assisting us from the start until the end.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10

We had the most wonderful stay at Yuzuya Ryokan, it provided the true traditional ryokan experience from beginning to end. The staff are so friendly and always willing to help and look after us. The room was huge and so comfortable. And the Japanese breakfast was absolutely delicious. The location was also very conveniently based in Gion, close to the temples in the area and in walking distance to the main Gion district where we found many shops and restaurants. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10

Yuzuya Ryokan was one of the highlights of our stay in Kyoto. The service was unbelievable - they stealthily kept our room clean and supplied with fresh water, tea, and snacks at all times without being seen (like ninjas!). The Japanese breakfast included in our stay was phenomenal (a spread way too big to finish), and they even offered us an "American Style" breakfast as an alternate option for variety. The restaurant is peaceful and gorgeous. The staff was friendly and helpful (upon checkout, they carried 3 suitcases and 5 bags from our room to the street in less than 2 minutes). We stayed during the winter months and always walked into a cozy entrance with a heater and incense giving us a warm welcome home. Lastly, you cannot beat the location - RIGHT next to the entrance of Yasaka Shrine, and steps from old town Gion (we spotted 4 geishas on our first night). Would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10

Yuzuya is a nice classic ryokan in the heart of Gion. We stayed at a number of other Ryokan in Japan and we enjoyed this one as well. Room was smaller than expected, I will say, though the wooden bath tub in the room was great. The best thing by far about Yuzuya, though, was the incredible food. Really next level dinner and breakfast - some of the best food we had in Kyoto. But the main drawback is the price, which I don't think matched the quality of the services provided. Don't get me wrong: it's a gorgeous property and the food was fantastic. But it still felt overpriced. Nevertheless, if you aren't getting the Ryokan experience in another city, stay here 1 night (no longer is needed).
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025