Best Ryokans in Kyoto

This beautiful ryokan has 13 individually decorated rooms. Enjoy the indoor public bath and Japanese garden. Rooms offer free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, complimentary bottled water, private bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, refrigerators, and much more. Many attractions, including the Kyoto Imperial Palace, are nearby.

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All 19 rooms feature free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, safes, private bathrooms with bidets, refrigerators, daily housekeeping, and much more. Many attractions, including Kiyomizu-dera Temple, are nearby. Guests describe this property as exceptional.

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All 20 rooms feature free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, safes, private bathrooms, refrigerators, and much more. The ryokan also has a beautiful Japanese garden and a restaurant. Guests rated this property "wonderful."

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This classic 4-star ryokan offers 22 uniquely decorated rooms with beautiful views of Japanese gardens. Guests can also enjoy the fine wooden bathtubs. The property is within walking distance of Gion and Kiyomizu-dera Temple.

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Yoshida-sanso is a traditional ryokan located on Yoshida-yama, a beautiful hill in Sakyo Ward near Kyoto University. The excellent food and breathtaking scenery make a stay at this ryokan unforgettable.

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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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This 4-star ryokan is located in Ukyo Ward, a 10-minute walk from Arashiyama Station. Guests rated Ryotei Rangetsu "fabulous." The rooms feature Japanese futon bedding and tatami floors.

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The 4-star Nishiyama Ryokan offers 30 traditional Japanese rooms in the heart of Kyoto's Nakagyo Ward. Shiyakusho-mae Subway Station is just a 5-minute walk away. Don’t miss the delicious breakfast and welcoming atmosphere.

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Momijiya Ryokan is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery along the Kiyotakigawa River in Ukyo Ward. The traditional rooms offer private outdoor baths with wonderful forest views. The Edo period comes alive in this remarkable setting.

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This ryokan has 12 traditional private rooms. Each meal is served in the guest’s room. Shimizu Ryokan is located in Shimogyo Ward near Kyoto Station, with attractions such as Kyoto Tower nearby.

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This 3-star guesthouse got an excellent rating. All 30 individually furnished rooms offer free WiFi, air conditioning, bathrooms incl. toilets, fridges, 40-inch flat-screen TVs, and more. THE MACHIYA Ebisuya is located in central Kyoto.

The Machiya Kazahaya offers for all guest rooms free WiFi, air conditioning, safes, bathrooms with toilets, refrigerators, and much more. Enjoy also the beautiful Japanese Garden. Guests gave this property the rating - Exceptional.

This beautiful 3-star guesthouse offers 32 rooms with free WiFi, air conditioning, bathrooms incl. showers and toilets, refrigerators, and much more. Enjoy also the relaxing indoor public bath (no minerals). Guests gave this property the rating - Wonderful.