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Kyoto Takasegawa Bettei

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

The ryokan will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a desk, a coffee machine, a microwave, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. At the ryokan, all units are allergy-free and soundproof. At the ryokan, all units come with bed linen and towels. Location, quiet on river with cafes near by. Only 15min walk to main shopping areas. Traditional Japanese style yet all modern conveniences.

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9.4
Wonderful
2,454 reviews
Price from
$200
per night

Luck You Kyoto

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

Luck You Kyoto offers accommodation in Kyoto. Free luggage storage is available.

The rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV. All rooms include a private bathroom with a bath and bidet, with bathrobes and slippers provided. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. Luck You Kyoto features free WiFi throughout the property. I loved the care and kindness of the staff. The owner (I think) perfectly speaks English - very rare in Japan even in hospitality - and is extremely helpful. The rooms are clean and spacious. All amenities provided, delicious breakfast

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9.4
Wonderful
1,088 reviews
Price from
$130
per night

海蔵寺 宿坊 櫻海

Ine

Located in Ine, 16 km from Manai Shrine and 16 km from Motoise Kono Shrine, 海蔵寺 宿坊 櫻海 provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. The property features garden and inner courtyard views, and is 17 km from Daijyouji Temple. The ryokan offers parking on-site, a hot tub and full-day security. The accommodation and hosts were lovely. I felt really welcomed and taken care of. Would highly recommend this to anyone planning a stay in Ine!

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9.7
Exceptional
104 reviews

祇園の宿 杏花

Gion, Kyoto

Offering a garden and inner courtyard view, 祇園の宿 杏花 is located in Kyoto, 300 metres from Gion Shijo Station and 600 metres from Samurai Kembu Kyoto. Among the facilities at this property are full-day security and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The ryokan features family rooms. Everything was perfect about this hotel. Our room was large but very cute with a nice garden and in a great location. And staff was very helpful. We also got some cool amenities.

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9.3
Wonderful
145 reviews
Price from
$210
per night

Nazuna Kyoto Tsubaki St.

Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto

Nazuna Kyoto Tsubaki St. Provides accommodation located 600 metres from the centre of Kyoto and offers an open-air bath and a shared lounge. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and full-day security, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The ryokan features a hot tub and luggage storage space. I can't say enough about this place, the staff were extremely helpful and kind, the room was amazing, and of course the dinner and breakfast.. again, amazing.. One of the highlights of our amazing trip to Japan!

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9.2
Wonderful
259 reviews
Price from
$783
per night

Ishibekoji Muan

Gion, Kyoto

Ishibekoji Muan features a hot tub and air-conditioned guest accommodation in Kyoto, less than 1 km from Gion Shijo Station, a 15-minute walk from Samurai Kembu Kyoto and 1.1 km from Kiyomizu-dera Temple. The 5-star ryokan has garden views and is 1.1 km from Shoren-in Temple. Sanjusangen-do Temple is 1.9 km from the ryokan and Heian Shrine is 2.3 km away. Staff were unbelievably welcoming

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9.6
Exceptional
181 reviews
Price from
$246
per night

Gion Oyado Kikutani

Gion, Kyoto

Set less than 1 km from Gion Shijo Station, Gion Oyado Kikutani offers 3-star accommodation in Kyoto and features a garden. Among the facilities at this property are full-day security and a housekeeping service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The ryokan has family rooms. Nice traditional structure in the temple area of Kyoto, but within a walking distance from shopping / restaurant area. Rooms are big and very quite, service is very good and staff friendly and supportive.

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9.4
Wonderful
404 reviews
Price from
$161
per night

明和荘Mei Wa Inn

Sakyo Ward, Kyoto

Situated in Kyoto, 800 metres from Heian Shrine, 明和荘Mei Wa Inn features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and express check-in and check-out. With inner courtyard views, this accommodation offers a patio. The ryokan has family rooms. clean spacious very easy to find good owner complimentary drinks and food very center location easy to Acess everywhere

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9.6
Exceptional
110 reviews
Price from
$84
per night

Auberge AZABU

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

All units in the ryokan are fitted with a kettle. There is a private bathroom with bidet in some units, along with slippers, a hair dryer and free toiletries. At the ryokan, every unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. We had an incredible stay! Perfect location. Great breakfast. The manager was so kind and helpful.

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9.5
Exceptional
289 reviews
Price from
$162
per night

Ryokan Inakatei

Gion, Kyoto

Set in Kyoto, less than 1 km from Gion Shijo Station and a 15-minute walk from Samurai Kembu Kyoto, Ryokan Inakatei offers accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning and access to a garden. It is situated 1.1 km from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and features a housekeeping service. Heian Shrine is 2.2 km from the ryokan and Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall is 2.6 km away. It was so peaceful and she was the most gracious host I've ever been lucky enough to have. Made you feel at home.

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9.4
Wonderful
144 reviews
Price from
$142
per night

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