Wakamiya is located in Shimogyo Ward, a neighborhood in Kyoto, and is near a metro station and near a boardwalk/promenade. 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 Lake Biwa. Kyoto Tower and Kiyomizu Temple are two other places to visit that come recommended.
Located close to Kawaramachi Street and Nishiki Market, Wakamiya provides an indoor public bath (no minerals). Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
A vending machine, a ballroom and a TV in reception
A front desk safe, a 24-hour front desk and a lift
Luggage storage, multilingual staff and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at Wakamiya feature perks, such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and dressing gowns.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and children's dressing gowns
Children's slippers, heating and daily housekeeping
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese, Korean
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
24-hour offsite parking (JPY 2,200 per day)
Food and drink
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
TV in common areas
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Daily housekeeping
Multilingual staff
Spa
Public bath open from 4:00 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.
Front entrance ramp
Lift (80 centimetre wide door)
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchairs on site
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7 floors
Ballroom
Building
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Children's robe
Children's slippers
Dressing gowns
Hair dryer
Partially-open bathroom
Shampoo
Shower/bathtub combination
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Towels
Entertainment
TV
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Tea bags/instant coffee
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Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop-compatible safe
Phone
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
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:
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
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
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
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
Property is also known as
Wakamiya
Wakamiya Inn
Wakamiya Inn Kyoto
Wakamiya Kyoto
Wakamiya Kyoto
Wakamiya Ryokan
Wakamiya Ryokan Kyoto
Frequently asked questions
Is Wakamiya pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
Wakamiya Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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While there are many Ryokan in/around Kyoto, Wakamiya is centrally located near Kyoto station and is situated in an easy to access area for both trains (Kyoto station) as well as buses passing by to many of the famous temples/shrines/attractions.
Ken
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
23 Nov 2016
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Convenient and authentic
Convenient to train station. Ryokan was like stepping into Japan of 30+ years ago. Quaint, simple, authentic, clean and reasonably priced. Plus delicious and exquisite Japanese breakfast!
Expedia said the children would stay for free. We checked in and were charged $90 PER child. More than we paid on Expedia.
Room smelled like cigarette smoke.
We loved our stay at the Wakamiya Ryokan! It was only a very short walk from the train station (perhaps 5 minutes) and within walking distance to many of the temples and other tourist destinations (about 15 - 20 minutes walk from the Nishiki shopping area). We hired bikes from the shop down the street and were able to explore the area very easily. The staff are very helpful and the room comfortable (small but cosy). We had a great view of the Kyoto Tower from our room. There is some traffic noise but nothing that kept us awake. There are heaps of amazing little restaurants along the street for plenty of traditional dinner options.
Stephanie
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
21 Aug 2015
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Close to the station
very close to the station and makes a great base to explore Kyoto and nearby cities
The male manager and the room attendants are very warm, attentive and helpful. They helped us get directions right, gave us tea upon arriving and attended to our needs. Very good genuine ryokan experience all in all.
Great location close to Kyoto Station, Japan-Style
Loved this hotel. Althou it's not top notch quality but for the price we paid, we experienced Japanese style room, a spa, great service.
There's snacks when we return and hot water in the room, tatami bed made up. Loved it.
Plenty of places to eat around the place and close to Kyoto station about 5 mins walk which is very convenient consider we travel around a lot to see temples and also trip to Nara.
The only downside is the fact that none of the employees can speak English. They can speak only a few words so if you need their help to have a reservation made or to purchase tickets for a show you are out of luck.