Best Ryokans in Kyoto

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Ryokan Sawaya Honten, 25 Kawahara-cho, Shogoin, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8397

This beautiful ryokan has 13 individually decorated rooms. Enjoy the indoor public bath, Japanese garden and the rooms offer free WiFi, air conditioning, free bottled water, bathrooms with toilets, flat-screen TV, fridges and much more. Many attractions like the Kyoto Imperial Palace can be found nearby.

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Gion Ryokan Karaku, 499 Minamigawa Gionmachi,Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto 605-0074

All 19 rooms feature free WiFi, air conditioning, safes, bathrooms with bidets, fridges, daily housekeeping and much more. Many attractions like the Kiyomizu-dera Temple are nearby. The guest ratings for this property have only one word: exceptional.

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Ryokan KANADE, 1-2, Okazaki Hoshojicho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8333

All 20 rooms feature free WiFi, air conditioning, safes, bathrooms with toilets, fridges and much more. The ryokan has a beautiful Japanese garden and restaurant. The guests gave this property the rating wonderful.

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Seikoro Ryokan, 467 Nishitachibana-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto 6050907

This classic 4 star ryokan offers 22 unique decorated rooms. Every room provides you with great views of Japanese gardens and enjoy the fine wooden bathtubs. It is located within a walking distance of Gion and Kiyomizu-dera Temple.

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Yoshida-sanso Ryokan, 59-1 Yoshida Shimo-ooji-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8314

Yoshida-sanso is a traditional ryokan located in Sakyo Ward up on Yoshida-yama, a beautiful hill, close to the Kyoto University. The food is amazing and the breathtaking scenery around the ryokan makes it an unforgettable stay.

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Ryokan Yachiyo, 34 Nanzenji Fukuji-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8435

Garden Ryokan Yachiyo is a luxury ryokan located in Sakyo Ward very close to the Nanzen-ji Temple and easily accessible by the Tozai Subway Line. Enjoy the relaxing bath and wonderful views at this comfortable place.

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Ryotei Rangetsu, 7 Susukinobaba-cho, Sagatenryuji, Saga Tenryuji, Ukyo, Kyoto 6168385

The 4 star ryokan is located in Ukyo Ward near Arashiyama train station (10min walking distance). Guests gave Rangetsu Ryokan the rating fabulous. The rooms feature Japanese futon bedding and tatami floors.

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Nishiyama Ryokan, Gokomachi St.-Nijyo Sagaru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto 604-0933

The 4 star Nishiyama Ryokan offers 30 traditional Japanese rooms and is located in the heart of Kyoto within the Nakagyo Ward. Shiyakusho-Mae Subway Station is just around the corner (5min walk). Don´t miss out the delicious breakfast and enjoy the atmosphere.

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Momijiya Ryokan, Takao, Umegahata, Ukyo-Ku, Kyoto 616-8289

Momijiya Ryokan is surrounded by gorgeous nature. It is located along the Kiyotakigawa River within the Ukyo Ward. The traditional rooms offer private outdoor baths with great forest views. The Edo-period comes alive in this amazing setting.

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Shimizu Ryokan, 644 Kagiyacho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto 600-8317

This ryokan contains 12 traditional private rooms. Good to know each meal is served in the guests private room. Shimizu Ryokan is located within the Shimogyo Ward near Kyoto Station. Many attractions like the Kyoto Tower are nearby.

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