"The open-air private onsen in our room was the absolute best! The food was like artwork. The surrounding area was so beautiful. If you have any mobility issues, make sure you call for a pick-up from the bus stop, as it is an uphill hike to get to the ryokan. Also there are steep stairs inside."
"The open-air private onsen in our room was the absolute best! The food was like artwork. The surrounding area was so beautiful. If you have any mobility issues, make sure you call for a pick-up from the bus stop, as it is an uphill hike to get to the ryokan. Also there are steep stairs inside."
"Riverside Arashiyama was a wonderful stay! The hotel and staff there were extremely generous and always helped with whatever we needed.
Also, the rooms are extremely spacious which helps when you have lots of luggage. I would stay here again!"
"Riverside Arashiyama was a wonderful stay! The hotel and staff there were extremely generous and always helped with whatever we needed.
Also, the rooms are extremely spacious which helps when you have lots of luggage. I would stay here again!"
"This was my first time staying at a ryokan. I had a wonderful time. The view was simply amazing. The dinner and breakfast meals were 10 out of 10 for presentation and taste. The baths were equally refreshing. The only thing I could critique is the bed was a little minimal compared to western beds I'm used to. I still got a great nights rest and would come back in a heartbeat."
"This was my first time staying at a ryokan. I had a wonderful time. The view was simply amazing. The dinner and breakfast meals were 10 out of 10 for presentation and taste. The baths were equally refreshing. The only thing I could critique is the bed was a little minimal compared to western beds I'm used to. I still got a great nights rest and would come back in a heartbeat."
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This is a really nice hotel. Well run with excellent staff. The only thing I’d say for first timers is to be aware that you are about a 25 mins walk from Gion. This is fine but becomes tiresome. The only other thing that was a slight issue was that the air con in our room was very noisy. Again not a big deal but irritating as it switches on and off all night. But otherwise it is a really nice hotel.
This is a really nice hotel. Well run with excellent staff. The only thing I’d say for first timers is to be aware that you are about a 25 mins walk from Gion. This is fine but becomes tiresome. The only other thing that was a slight issue was that the air con in our room was very noisy. Again not a big deal but irritating as it switches on and off all night. But otherwise it is a really nice hotel.
Such a beautiful area and amazing ryokan hotel. Staffs are so attentive, food was great. Also not as far from kyoto city as i thought. 30-40mins from taxi and bit more with the bus/ the bus station was just 10mins walk from the hotel. I would love to go back in autumn time.
Such a beautiful area and amazing ryokan hotel. Staffs are so attentive, food was great. Also not as far from kyoto city as i thought. 30-40mins from taxi and bit more with the bus/ the bus station was just 10mins walk from the hotel. I would love to go back in autumn time.
Brilliant hotel in a fantastic space with mountains to the north and a great river near by with plenty of small business to keep busy with. The room it's self was beautifully spacious with chic decor, English speaking staff (and tv) restaurants looked lovely but have other plans. Didn't seem to be too busy but very large hotel with spa and work out options.
Will be looking for rooms again
Brilliant hotel in a fantastic space with mountains to the north and a great river near by with plenty of small business to keep busy with. The room it's self was beautifully spacious with chic decor, English speaking staff (and tv) restaurants looked lovely but have other plans. Didn't seem to be too busy but very large hotel with spa and work out options.
Will be looking for rooms again
Anonymous traveller
Reviewed January 29, 2016Reviewed January 29, 2016
We stayed 3 nights. Staff were friendly and very helpful in providing us information we needed to get around Kyoto. The food was of high quality and every day the evening dinner was both different and interesting providing a wide variety of the taste of Japan.
We stayed 3 nights. Staff were friendly and very helpful in providing us information we needed to get around Kyoto. The food was of high quality and every day the evening dinner was both different and interesting providing a wide variety of the taste of Japan.
The staff is very friendly and helpful! Willing to explain all details. The house is well decorated and equipped with high quality furniture and home appliances with English instruction. High quality accommodation.
The staff is very friendly and helpful! Willing to explain all details. The house is well decorated and equipped with high quality furniture and home appliances with English instruction. High quality accommodation.
Amazing location with magnificent views, service was excellent and very accommodating staff who looked after us well. The dinner and breakfast was quality! Free coffee, wine and desserts at the lobby was a nice touch.
Amazing location with magnificent views, service was excellent and very accommodating staff who looked after us well. The dinner and breakfast was quality! Free coffee, wine and desserts at the lobby was a nice touch.
Ke Phu
Reviewed November 25, 2025Reviewed November 25, 2025
We had an experience of Japanese style living. The room is spacious, dinner and breakfast were super. There are 2 onsens, though small and basic then I expected, it served the purposes.
We had an experience of Japanese style living. The room is spacious, dinner and breakfast were super. There are 2 onsens, though small and basic then I expected, it served the purposes.
Susan
Reviewed December 18, 2018Reviewed December 18, 2018
This hotel has everything you need to chill and relax, but not for "luxury spa" lovers. This is strictly traditional Japanese. The staff are excellent and will guide you through you experience. Some rooms have outdoor personal bathing and there are communal hot springs to try as well. The wearing of a yukate is optional and helps add to the ambience. We visited Fushioukaku at the end of a busy holiday to relax and it was great. The package included a Japanese meal in the evening which was...
This hotel has everything you need to chill and relax, but not for "luxury spa" lovers. This is strictly traditional Japanese. The staff are excellent and will guide you through you experience. Some rooms have outdoor personal bathing and there are communal hot springs to try as well. The wearing of a yukate is optional and helps add to the ambience. We visited Fushioukaku at the end of a busy holiday to relax and it was great. The package included a Japanese meal in the evening which was...
This is where you relax. Lovely nature, food and onsen. Rooms are clean and brand new, staff speaks English and is very helpful. Remember to call for a pickup at the bus station- there is a payphone. The best lunch/cakes can be found at the small and very cool french/japanese bistro near the bus station on the small walkway in the rice fields.
This is where you relax. Lovely nature, food and onsen. Rooms are clean and brand new, staff speaks English and is very helpful. Remember to call for a pickup at the bus station- there is a payphone. The best lunch/cakes can be found at the small and very cool french/japanese bistro near the bus station on the small walkway in the rice fields.