Watazen Ryokan - Established in 1830
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About this property
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Location
Located in Downtown Kyoto, a neighborhood in Kyoto, Kyoto Watazen Ryokan is near a metro station. Nishiki Market and Yasaka Shrine are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Shijo Street and Kawaramachi Street. Kyoto Gyoen National Garden and Kyoto Municipal Zoo are also worth visiting.
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Housekeeping
Safe-deposit box
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Room options
Room #23695609
Air ConditioningShared BathroomCable TV
Room #23695615
13
Japanese-Style Room with Private Shower and Toilet
Room details
4× Futon Beds
Sleeps 4
215 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingSafety Deposit Box
13
Japanese-Style Room with Private Bath and Toilet
Room details
4× Futon Beds
Sleeps 4
215 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingSafety Deposit Box
Room #23695610
Air ConditioningTV
Guest reviews of Watazen Ryokan - Established in 1830
8.9
Fabulous
Based on 481 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
1%
Couple
29%
Family
48%
Group
16%
Solo
4%
What guests think
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At Watazen Ryokan - Established in 1830, guests praise the authentic tatami-style experience, exceptionally warm and helpful staff, a central walkable base near Nishiki Market, delicious Japanese breakfasts and kaiseki dinners, and a clean, relaxing public bath.
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At Watazen Ryokan - Established in 1830, guests praise the authentic tatami-style experience, exceptionally warm and helpful staff, a central walkable base near Nishiki Market, delicious Japanese breakfasts and kaiseki dinners, and a clean, relaxing public bath.
Rooms are traditional with futon bedding; several guests found them comfortable, while others noted small spaces and an older feel. Cleanliness is consistently strong throughout the property, and a coin laundry is available. Expect a classic, culturally immersive ryokan stay rather than a modern hotel experience.
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Facilities
The public bath/onsen is repeatedly praised as clean and relaxing; a coin laundry is available.
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10
Jesse
4 Dec 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was great and had a very authentic ryokan feel. The onsen downstairs was also nice and tattoo friendly! The staff were all friendly and helpful. Great place to stay in Kyoto.
The room was great and had a very authentic ryokan feel. The onsen downstairs was also nice and tattoo friendly! The staff were all friendly and helpful. Great place to stay in Kyoto.
10
Hilary
20 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This is a charming historic ryokan. We loved the traditional breakfast we had each morning and the kaiseki dinner on our last night. The onsen is also terrific. The location truly can’t be beat. We were easily able to walk to almost all of the places we wanted to visit. There are great bakeries, coffee shops and cafes just steps away. And finally the staff here is the best! They went above and beyond to welcome us and share a bit of Japanese culture with us. Highly recommend.
This is a charming historic ryokan. We loved the traditional breakfast we had each morning and the kaiseki dinner on our last night. The onsen is also terrific. The location truly can’t be beat. We were easily able to walk to almost all of the places we wanted to visit. There are great bakeries, coffee shops and cafes just steps away. And finally the staff here is the best! They went above and beyond to welcome us and share a bit of Japanese culture with us. Highly recommend.
8
Rutger
26 Dec 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Mooie Ryokan midden in de oude buurt en tegelijk op loopafstand van de grote winkels. Overnachten in een Ryokan is een ervaring en zeker een must. Prijs van de kamers is hoog en misschien wel te hoog in vergelijking met hotel of andere ryokans. Maar het eten, apart bijboeken, is in een woord geweldig. Hotels.com gaf aan dat we met 5 op een kamer kunnen slapen, daarvoor is de kamer echt te klein en dat moet je ook niet willen. Gelukkig bood de Ryokan een extra kamer zonder kosten aan zodat we met 2 en 3 op een kamer sliepen. Dat is prima. In de kelder een fijne onsen.
Mooie Ryokan midden in de oude buurt en tegelijk op loopafstand van de grote winkels. Overnachten in een Ryokan is een ervaring en zeker een must. Prijs van de kamers is hoog en misschien wel te hoog in vergelijking met hotel of andere ryokans. Maar het eten, apart bijboeken, is in een woord geweldig. Hotels.com gaf aan dat we met 5 op een kamer kunnen slapen, daarvoor is de kamer echt te klein en dat moet je ook niet willen. Gelukkig bood de Ryokan een extra kamer zonder kosten aan zodat we met 2 en 3 op een kamer sliepen. Dat is prima. In de kelder een fijne onsen.
10
Linda
29 Dec 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
It was a great experience to stay in a traditional inn. And we loved the traditional breakfast. The public bath was very clean and relaxing after a long day seeing the sights. Location was very central and easy to walk to many different areas. Staff was extremely welcoming and helpful and I would stay here again if I could!
It was a great experience to stay in a traditional inn. And we loved the traditional breakfast. The public bath was very clean and relaxing after a long day seeing the sights. Location was very central and easy to walk to many different areas. Staff was extremely welcoming and helpful and I would stay here again if I could!
10
Jeracah
12 Jul 2024
·
Stayed 4 nights
Welcoming staff guided us through the traditional ryokan experience. We used the onsen once and had it all to ourselves. The traditional Japanese breakfasts were HUGE and delicious - a great way for me and my family to try foods we may not have otherwise. We stayed 4 nights and each days’ breakfasts were different. Some reviewers complained about the breakfasts being too small - I think that is because they didn’t purchase the full breakfast, which does cost more and is worth it. The hotel was a very short walk to Nishiki market. Convenient location and yet it was also very quiet. Would definitely stay again.
Welcoming staff guided us through the traditional ryokan experience. We used the onsen once and had it all to ourselves. The traditional Japanese breakfasts were HUGE and delicious - a great way for me and my family to try foods we may not have otherwise. We stayed 4 nights and each days’ breakfasts were different. Some reviewers complained about the breakfasts being too small - I think that is because they didn’t purchase the full breakfast, which does cost more and is worth it. The hotel was a very short walk to Nishiki market. Convenient location and yet it was also very quiet. Would definitely stay again.
10
Sezin
5 Mar 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
We felt very welcomed. Amazing hospitality. Room service at its best and great treats! Hotel is very clean. Hotel bath is spotless and relaxing. Food is very tasty.
We felt very welcomed. Amazing hospitality. Room service at its best and great treats! Hotel is very clean. Hotel bath is spotless and relaxing. Food is very tasty.
10
Cui-Zhu
27 Aug 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
Really enjoyed our stay at this Classic small ryokan - older facility but this is as classic as it gets for a nice ryokan. 5 of us stayed in a tatami room for 2 nights . The meals were excellent. Called ahead and they accommodated vegan meals for one of us. Kaiseki was delicious and so beautifully presented. Japanese breakfast was great too. Wonderful staff. Be prepared to walk. Subway and bus stops nearby. Subway is a good 10-15 walk. Nearby is the Nishiki market which was great to walk around and enjoy snacks and buy souvenirs. The hot public bath downstairs to relax after a long sightseeing day was wonderful. - no one was there so we enjoyed it just by ourselves each night. Convenient coin laundry was a plus. Would highly recommend to those looking for a cozy ryokan with excellent meals. Bravo to the chefs - excellent Kaiseki!
Really enjoyed our stay at this Classic small ryokan - older facility but this is as classic as it gets for a nice ryokan. 5 of us stayed in a tatami room for 2 nights . The meals were excellent. Called ahead and they accommodated vegan meals for one of us. Kaiseki was delicious and so beautifully presented. Japanese breakfast was great too. Wonderful staff. Be prepared to walk. Subway and bus stops nearby. Subway is a good 10-15 walk. Nearby is the Nishiki market which was great to walk around and enjoy snacks and buy souvenirs. The hot public bath downstairs to relax after a long sightseeing day was wonderful. - no one was there so we enjoyed it just by ourselves each night. Convenient coin laundry was a plus. Would highly recommend to those looking for a cozy ryokan with excellent meals. Bravo to the chefs - excellent Kaiseki!
10
sasha
24 Mar 2024
·
we had a great time here, the place was really well located, the staff was friendly and helpful, it was very comfortable. The hot bath was a huge plus.
we had a great time here, the place was really well located, the staff was friendly and helpful, it was very comfortable. The hot bath was a huge plus.
10
Shia
3 Jul 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Great ryokan stay w traditional meals included or not (your preference) and public bath in basement. Super walkable - a block to nishiki market and next door to the cutest stationary store.
Great ryokan stay w traditional meals included or not (your preference) and public bath in basement. Super walkable - a block to nishiki market and next door to the cutest stationary store.
10
Andrew
27 Jul 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Excellent location near Nishiki market. Cost efficient for a group of 5, 18 years old boys. Sleeping arrangement was fun and the onsen was clean and enjoyable. While we were out, the staff lay out the futons and they hung dry our wet clothes. Thank you for the hospitality!
Excellent location near Nishiki market. Cost efficient for a group of 5, 18 years old boys. Sleeping arrangement was fun and the onsen was clean and enjoyable. While we were out, the staff lay out the futons and they hung dry our wet clothes. Thank you for the hospitality!
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Cleanliness
Commonly described as very clean, including the baths.
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10
Alex
8 Apr 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
This was the best place I stayed durung my first visit to Japan. I traveled throughout the country, and no place was better. It reminded me of staying at my grandmother's home when I was younger. The staff was especially kind and helpful. The bath was clean and relaxing. I especially felt honored by the formal welcome from the staff. They had a lady welcome me at the room and prepare green tea for me as she explained the facility. I had never stayed in a ryokan before, and my stay here was a great experience. Thank you all for enriching my life. Also, thank you for a restful place for during my tiring travels. I felt blessed to be there.
This was the best place I stayed durung my first visit to Japan. I traveled throughout the country, and no place was better. It reminded me of staying at my grandmother's home when I was younger. The staff was especially kind and helpful. The bath was clean and relaxing. I especially felt honored by the formal welcome from the staff. They had a lady welcome me at the room and prepare green tea for me as she explained the facility. I had never stayed in a ryokan before, and my stay here was a great experience. Thank you all for enriching my life. Also, thank you for a restful place for during my tiring travels. I felt blessed to be there.
10
Linda
29 Dec 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
It was a great experience to stay in a traditional inn. And we loved the traditional breakfast. The public bath was very clean and relaxing after a long day seeing the sights. Location was very central and easy to walk to many different areas. Staff was extremely welcoming and helpful and I would stay here again if I could!
It was a great experience to stay in a traditional inn. And we loved the traditional breakfast. The public bath was very clean and relaxing after a long day seeing the sights. Location was very central and easy to walk to many different areas. Staff was extremely welcoming and helpful and I would stay here again if I could!
10
Sezin
5 Mar 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
We felt very welcomed. Amazing hospitality. Room service at its best and great treats! Hotel is very clean. Hotel bath is spotless and relaxing. Food is very tasty.
We felt very welcomed. Amazing hospitality. Room service at its best and great treats! Hotel is very clean. Hotel bath is spotless and relaxing. Food is very tasty.
4
Mina
7 Apr 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Disappointing. Room was depressing, mats were hard and uncomfortable. The hotel controlled the temperature so they would blast heat from midnight to noon so we had to turn the system off and open the rickety window to cool the room so we could sleep and street noise was unavoidable. No lotions in the bathroom so had to buy one. Noticed stains on the pillows. Liked the green tea bags and cookies they left after servicing. Electric water heater with hot water always available. Did not experience the dinner or breakfast. Walked to Tullys for coffee in the morning. Close to Nishiki market and the mall.
Disappointing. Room was depressing, mats were hard and uncomfortable. The hotel controlled the temperature so they would blast heat from midnight to noon so we had to turn the system off and open the rickety window to cool the room so we could sleep and street noise was unavoidable. No lotions in the bathroom so had to buy one. Noticed stains on the pillows. Liked the green tea bags and cookies they left after servicing. Electric water heater with hot water always available. Did not experience the dinner or breakfast. Walked to Tullys for coffee in the morning. Close to Nishiki market and the mall.
10
Andrew
27 Jul 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Excellent location near Nishiki market. Cost efficient for a group of 5, 18 years old boys. Sleeping arrangement was fun and the onsen was clean and enjoyable. While we were out, the staff lay out the futons and they hung dry our wet clothes. Thank you for the hospitality!
Excellent location near Nishiki market. Cost efficient for a group of 5, 18 years old boys. Sleeping arrangement was fun and the onsen was clean and enjoyable. While we were out, the staff lay out the futons and they hung dry our wet clothes. Thank you for the hospitality!
10
vida
8 Mar 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I was not sure of the place at first by seeing the pictures. But it was very nice and the people were very friendly. The place was very clean and we were very comfortable. The spot to be. Everything is walking distance
I was not sure of the place at first by seeing the pictures. But it was very nice and the people were very friendly. The place was very clean and we were very comfortable. The spot to be. Everything is walking distance
8
Helene
28 Dec 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Mr Kata at the front deak is very helpful and courteous. Clean Ryokan with wonderful kaiseki breakfast.
Mr Kata at the front deak is very helpful and courteous. Clean Ryokan with wonderful kaiseki breakfast.
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Rooms
Traditional tatami rooms with futon bedding; several reviews mention small room sizes and an older, classic feel, while some found the futons comfortable.
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10
Jesse
4 Dec 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was great and had a very authentic ryokan feel. The onsen downstairs was also nice and tattoo friendly! The staff were all friendly and helpful. Great place to stay in Kyoto.
The room was great and had a very authentic ryokan feel. The onsen downstairs was also nice and tattoo friendly! The staff were all friendly and helpful. Great place to stay in Kyoto.
10
John
13 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This was a wonderful, authentic stay! The staff was incredible as was the traditional Japanese breakfast each morning. We felt like we experienced a true ryokan experience and we are so glad we chose this route. Highly recommend the public bath for a hot soak too!
This was a wonderful, authentic stay! The staff was incredible as was the traditional Japanese breakfast each morning. We felt like we experienced a true ryokan experience and we are so glad we chose this route. Highly recommend the public bath for a hot soak too!
10
Jin Jin
21 Apr 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
All the staff were very helpful and polite. Ms Hiroko especially went above and behond to assist us and we appreciate it. Beds were comfortable and traditional japanese breakfast was excellent
All the staff were very helpful and polite. Ms Hiroko especially went above and behond to assist us and we appreciate it. Beds were comfortable and traditional japanese breakfast was excellent
6
Francesca
24 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Too small no place to put anything Staff very friendly Facility outdated
Too small no place to put anything Staff very friendly Facility outdated
8
Rutger
26 Dec 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Mooie Ryokan midden in de oude buurt en tegelijk op loopafstand van de grote winkels. Overnachten in een Ryokan is een ervaring en zeker een must. Prijs van de kamers is hoog en misschien wel te hoog in vergelijking met hotel of andere ryokans. Maar het eten, apart bijboeken, is in een woord geweldig. Hotels.com gaf aan dat we met 5 op een kamer kunnen slapen, daarvoor is de kamer echt te klein en dat moet je ook niet willen. Gelukkig bood de Ryokan een extra kamer zonder kosten aan zodat we met 2 en 3 op een kamer sliepen. Dat is prima. In de kelder een fijne onsen.
Mooie Ryokan midden in de oude buurt en tegelijk op loopafstand van de grote winkels. Overnachten in een Ryokan is een ervaring en zeker een must. Prijs van de kamers is hoog en misschien wel te hoog in vergelijking met hotel of andere ryokans. Maar het eten, apart bijboeken, is in een woord geweldig. Hotels.com gaf aan dat we met 5 op een kamer kunnen slapen, daarvoor is de kamer echt te klein en dat moet je ook niet willen. Gelukkig bood de Ryokan een extra kamer zonder kosten aan zodat we met 2 en 3 op een kamer sliepen. Dat is prima. In de kelder een fijne onsen.
4
Mina
7 Apr 2023
·
Stayed 4 nights
Disappointing. Room was depressing, mats were hard and uncomfortable. The hotel controlled the temperature so they would blast heat from midnight to noon so we had to turn the system off and open the rickety window to cool the room so we could sleep and street noise was unavoidable. No lotions in the bathroom so had to buy one. Noticed stains on the pillows. Liked the green tea bags and cookies they left after servicing. Electric water heater with hot water always available. Did not experience the dinner or breakfast. Walked to Tullys for coffee in the morning. Close to Nishiki market and the mall.
Disappointing. Room was depressing, mats were hard and uncomfortable. The hotel controlled the temperature so they would blast heat from midnight to noon so we had to turn the system off and open the rickety window to cool the room so we could sleep and street noise was unavoidable. No lotions in the bathroom so had to buy one. Noticed stains on the pillows. Liked the green tea bags and cookies they left after servicing. Electric water heater with hot water always available. Did not experience the dinner or breakfast. Walked to Tullys for coffee in the morning. Close to Nishiki market and the mall.
10
Cui-Zhu
27 Aug 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
Really enjoyed our stay at this Classic small ryokan - older facility but this is as classic as it gets for a nice ryokan. 5 of us stayed in a tatami room for 2 nights . The meals were excellent. Called ahead and they accommodated vegan meals for one of us. Kaiseki was delicious and so beautifully presented. Japanese breakfast was great too. Wonderful staff. Be prepared to walk. Subway and bus stops nearby. Subway is a good 10-15 walk. Nearby is the Nishiki market which was great to walk around and enjoy snacks and buy souvenirs. The hot public bath downstairs to relax after a long sightseeing day was wonderful. - no one was there so we enjoyed it just by ourselves each night. Convenient coin laundry was a plus. Would highly recommend to those looking for a cozy ryokan with excellent meals. Bravo to the chefs - excellent Kaiseki!
Really enjoyed our stay at this Classic small ryokan - older facility but this is as classic as it gets for a nice ryokan. 5 of us stayed in a tatami room for 2 nights . The meals were excellent. Called ahead and they accommodated vegan meals for one of us. Kaiseki was delicious and so beautifully presented. Japanese breakfast was great too. Wonderful staff. Be prepared to walk. Subway and bus stops nearby. Subway is a good 10-15 walk. Nearby is the Nishiki market which was great to walk around and enjoy snacks and buy souvenirs. The hot public bath downstairs to relax after a long sightseeing day was wonderful. - no one was there so we enjoyed it just by ourselves each night. Convenient coin laundry was a plus. Would highly recommend to those looking for a cozy ryokan with excellent meals. Bravo to the chefs - excellent Kaiseki!
10
Ronald
13 Mar 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Gorgeous ryokan. Breakfast hall and hotel room had nice view.
Gorgeous ryokan. Breakfast hall and hotel room had nice view.
6
Louise
6 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
It felt very old fashioned (in a good way), the service was amazing, but it
It felt very old fashioned (in a good way), the service was amazing, but it
10
Miguel
11 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful traditional ryokan stay.
Beautiful traditional ryokan stay.
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Service
Service stands out as warm, professional, and attentive, with tea ceremonies, help laying out futons, and thoughtful assistance (including dietary needs) frequently noted.
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10
Jesse
4 Dec 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was great and had a very authentic ryokan feel. The onsen downstairs was also nice and tattoo friendly! The staff were all friendly and helpful. Great place to stay in Kyoto.
The room was great and had a very authentic ryokan feel. The onsen downstairs was also nice and tattoo friendly! The staff were all friendly and helpful. Great place to stay in Kyoto.
10
Alice
9 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
It was fantastic to experience a more traditional Japanese style accommodation. The futon beds were really comfortable. Trying the Japanese breakfast was well worth it and the fried tofu in miso was delicious. It is great to find accommodation who goes above and beyond to be sustainable. The staff are very helpful and friendly.
It was fantastic to experience a more traditional Japanese style accommodation. The futon beds were really comfortable. Trying the Japanese breakfast was well worth it and the fried tofu in miso was delicious. It is great to find accommodation who goes above and beyond to be sustainable. The staff are very helpful and friendly.
10
Phoebe
1 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The staff are amazing and make the futon bed for you! Traditional Japanese breakfast was memorable. Tea ceremony was a nice touch upon arrival!
The staff are amazing and make the futon bed for you! Traditional Japanese breakfast was memorable. Tea ceremony was a nice touch upon arrival!
10
Hilary
20 Apr 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
This is a charming historic ryokan. We loved the traditional breakfast we had each morning and the kaiseki dinner on our last night. The onsen is also terrific. The location truly can’t be beat. We were easily able to walk to almost all of the places we wanted to visit. There are great bakeries, coffee shops and cafes just steps away. And finally the staff here is the best! They went above and beyond to welcome us and share a bit of Japanese culture with us. Highly recommend.
This is a charming historic ryokan. We loved the traditional breakfast we had each morning and the kaiseki dinner on our last night. The onsen is also terrific. The location truly can’t be beat. We were easily able to walk to almost all of the places we wanted to visit. There are great bakeries, coffee shops and cafes just steps away. And finally the staff here is the best! They went above and beyond to welcome us and share a bit of Japanese culture with us. Highly recommend.
10
Fatma
2 Jan 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent séjour, personnel, professionnel, serviable magnifique à recommander vivement
Excellent séjour, personnel, professionnel, serviable magnifique à recommander vivement
10
Sezin
5 Mar 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
We felt very welcomed. Amazing hospitality. Room service at its best and great treats! Hotel is very clean. Hotel bath is spotless and relaxing. Food is very tasty.
We felt very welcomed. Amazing hospitality. Room service at its best and great treats! Hotel is very clean. Hotel bath is spotless and relaxing. Food is very tasty.
10
Cui-Zhu
27 Aug 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
Really enjoyed our stay at this Classic small ryokan - older facility but this is as classic as it gets for a nice ryokan. 5 of us stayed in a tatami room for 2 nights . The meals were excellent. Called ahead and they accommodated vegan meals for one of us. Kaiseki was delicious and so beautifully presented. Japanese breakfast was great too. Wonderful staff. Be prepared to walk. Subway and bus stops nearby. Subway is a good 10-15 walk. Nearby is the Nishiki market which was great to walk around and enjoy snacks and buy souvenirs. The hot public bath downstairs to relax after a long sightseeing day was wonderful. - no one was there so we enjoyed it just by ourselves each night. Convenient coin laundry was a plus. Would highly recommend to those looking for a cozy ryokan with excellent meals. Bravo to the chefs - excellent Kaiseki!
Really enjoyed our stay at this Classic small ryokan - older facility but this is as classic as it gets for a nice ryokan. 5 of us stayed in a tatami room for 2 nights . The meals were excellent. Called ahead and they accommodated vegan meals for one of us. Kaiseki was delicious and so beautifully presented. Japanese breakfast was great too. Wonderful staff. Be prepared to walk. Subway and bus stops nearby. Subway is a good 10-15 walk. Nearby is the Nishiki market which was great to walk around and enjoy snacks and buy souvenirs. The hot public bath downstairs to relax after a long sightseeing day was wonderful. - no one was there so we enjoyed it just by ourselves each night. Convenient coin laundry was a plus. Would highly recommend to those looking for a cozy ryokan with excellent meals. Bravo to the chefs - excellent Kaiseki!
10
Ross
15 Jul 2024
·
Stayed 3 nights
We loved our stay in this charming ryokan. Great location and only a block from Nishiki market. The service was friendly and helpful and they were very welcoming of our two small children. We had a lot of fun trying the traditional Japanese futons, baths and amazing breakfast.
We loved our stay in this charming ryokan. Great location and only a block from Nishiki market. The service was friendly and helpful and they were very welcoming of our two small children. We had a lot of fun trying the traditional Japanese futons, baths and amazing breakfast.
10
Andrew
27 Jul 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Excellent location near Nishiki market. Cost efficient for a group of 5, 18 years old boys. Sleeping arrangement was fun and the onsen was clean and enjoyable. While we were out, the staff lay out the futons and they hung dry our wet clothes. Thank you for the hospitality!
Excellent location near Nishiki market. Cost efficient for a group of 5, 18 years old boys. Sleeping arrangement was fun and the onsen was clean and enjoyable. While we were out, the staff lay out the futons and they hung dry our wet clothes. Thank you for the hospitality!
10
chang
4 Dec 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
It was the first time I stayed in a Ryokan. The etiquette and professionalism of the staff was above expectations. The Kaiseki dinner was good as any fine-dining experience I've had. The explanation of ingredient and preparation of each course was total bliss. Traditional Kyoto meals which focuses on the ingredients more than strong savoriness was perfect for my palette and soul. And I thank the elegant gentleman who greeted us and the young lady who explained the ryokan for being so gentle and professional. This ryokan stay made my Kyoto stay worthwhile.
It was the first time I stayed in a Ryokan. The etiquette and professionalism of the staff was above expectations. The Kaiseki dinner was good as any fine-dining experience I've had. The explanation of ingredient and preparation of each course was total bliss. Traditional Kyoto meals which focuses on the ingredients more than strong savoriness was perfect for my palette and soul. And I thank the elegant gentleman who greeted us and the young lady who explained the ryokan for being so gentle and professional. This ryokan stay made my Kyoto stay worthwhile.
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Location
Excellent central base near Nishiki Market, with easy walking access to shops, restaurants, and sights; some note transit stops are a 10–15 minute walk.
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Hilary
20 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This is a charming historic ryokan. We loved the traditional breakfast we had each morning and the kaiseki dinner on our last night. The onsen is also terrific. The location truly can’t be beat. We were easily able to walk to almost all of the places we wanted to visit. There are great bakeries, coffee shops and cafes just steps away. And finally the staff here is the best! They went above and beyond to welcome us and share a bit of Japanese culture with us. Highly recommend.
This is a charming historic ryokan. We loved the traditional breakfast we had each morning and the kaiseki dinner on our last night. The onsen is also terrific. The location truly can’t be beat. We were easily able to walk to almost all of the places we wanted to visit. There are great bakeries, coffee shops and cafes just steps away. And finally the staff here is the best! They went above and beyond to welcome us and share a bit of Japanese culture with us. Highly recommend.
8
Rutger
26 Dec 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Mooie Ryokan midden in de oude buurt en tegelijk op loopafstand van de grote winkels. Overnachten in een Ryokan is een ervaring en zeker een must. Prijs van de kamers is hoog en misschien wel te hoog in vergelijking met hotel of andere ryokans. Maar het eten, apart bijboeken, is in een woord geweldig. Hotels.com gaf aan dat we met 5 op een kamer kunnen slapen, daarvoor is de kamer echt te klein en dat moet je ook niet willen. Gelukkig bood de Ryokan een extra kamer zonder kosten aan zodat we met 2 en 3 op een kamer sliepen. Dat is prima. In de kelder een fijne onsen.
Mooie Ryokan midden in de oude buurt en tegelijk op loopafstand van de grote winkels. Overnachten in een Ryokan is een ervaring en zeker een must. Prijs van de kamers is hoog en misschien wel te hoog in vergelijking met hotel of andere ryokans. Maar het eten, apart bijboeken, is in een woord geweldig. Hotels.com gaf aan dat we met 5 op een kamer kunnen slapen, daarvoor is de kamer echt te klein en dat moet je ook niet willen. Gelukkig bood de Ryokan een extra kamer zonder kosten aan zodat we met 2 en 3 op een kamer sliepen. Dat is prima. In de kelder een fijne onsen.
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Linda
29 Dec 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
It was a great experience to stay in a traditional inn. And we loved the traditional breakfast. The public bath was very clean and relaxing after a long day seeing the sights. Location was very central and easy to walk to many different areas. Staff was extremely welcoming and helpful and I would stay here again if I could!
It was a great experience to stay in a traditional inn. And we loved the traditional breakfast. The public bath was very clean and relaxing after a long day seeing the sights. Location was very central and easy to walk to many different areas. Staff was extremely welcoming and helpful and I would stay here again if I could!
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Jeracah
12 Jul 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Welcoming staff guided us through the traditional ryokan experience. We used the onsen once and had it all to ourselves. The traditional Japanese breakfasts were HUGE and delicious - a great way for me and my family to try foods we may not have otherwise. We stayed 4 nights and each days’ breakfasts were different. Some reviewers complained about the breakfasts being too small - I think that is because they didn’t purchase the full breakfast, which does cost more and is worth it. The hotel was a very short walk to Nishiki market. Convenient location and yet it was also very quiet. Would definitely stay again.
Welcoming staff guided us through the traditional ryokan experience. We used the onsen once and had it all to ourselves. The traditional Japanese breakfasts were HUGE and delicious - a great way for me and my family to try foods we may not have otherwise. We stayed 4 nights and each days’ breakfasts were different. Some reviewers complained about the breakfasts being too small - I think that is because they didn’t purchase the full breakfast, which does cost more and is worth it. The hotel was a very short walk to Nishiki market. Convenient location and yet it was also very quiet. Would definitely stay again.
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Cui-Zhu
27 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Really enjoyed our stay at this Classic small ryokan - older facility but this is as classic as it gets for a nice ryokan. 5 of us stayed in a tatami room for 2 nights . The meals were excellent. Called ahead and they accommodated vegan meals for one of us. Kaiseki was delicious and so beautifully presented. Japanese breakfast was great too. Wonderful staff. Be prepared to walk. Subway and bus stops nearby. Subway is a good 10-15 walk. Nearby is the Nishiki market which was great to walk around and enjoy snacks and buy souvenirs. The hot public bath downstairs to relax after a long sightseeing day was wonderful. - no one was there so we enjoyed it just by ourselves each night. Convenient coin laundry was a plus. Would highly recommend to those looking for a cozy ryokan with excellent meals. Bravo to the chefs - excellent Kaiseki!
Really enjoyed our stay at this Classic small ryokan - older facility but this is as classic as it gets for a nice ryokan. 5 of us stayed in a tatami room for 2 nights . The meals were excellent. Called ahead and they accommodated vegan meals for one of us. Kaiseki was delicious and so beautifully presented. Japanese breakfast was great too. Wonderful staff. Be prepared to walk. Subway and bus stops nearby. Subway is a good 10-15 walk. Nearby is the Nishiki market which was great to walk around and enjoy snacks and buy souvenirs. The hot public bath downstairs to relax after a long sightseeing day was wonderful. - no one was there so we enjoyed it just by ourselves each night. Convenient coin laundry was a plus. Would highly recommend to those looking for a cozy ryokan with excellent meals. Bravo to the chefs - excellent Kaiseki!
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Ross
15 Jul 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We loved our stay in this charming ryokan. Great location and only a block from Nishiki market. The service was friendly and helpful and they were very welcoming of our two small children. We had a lot of fun trying the traditional Japanese futons, baths and amazing breakfast.
We loved our stay in this charming ryokan. Great location and only a block from Nishiki market. The service was friendly and helpful and they were very welcoming of our two small children. We had a lot of fun trying the traditional Japanese futons, baths and amazing breakfast.
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Shia
3 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great ryokan stay w traditional meals included or not (your preference) and public bath in basement. Super walkable - a block to nishiki market and next door to the cutest stationary store.
Great ryokan stay w traditional meals included or not (your preference) and public bath in basement. Super walkable - a block to nishiki market and next door to the cutest stationary store.
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Joseph
23 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This is a beautiful property with great amenities. we loved this traditional Japanese ryokan and the breakfast served was very good. The area was also very convenient to shopping, restaurants and scenic places.
This is a beautiful property with great amenities. we loved this traditional Japanese ryokan and the breakfast served was very good. The area was also very convenient to shopping, restaurants and scenic places.
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Andrew
27 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent location near Nishiki market. Cost efficient for a group of 5, 18 years old boys. Sleeping arrangement was fun and the onsen was clean and enjoyable. While we were out, the staff lay out the futons and they hung dry our wet clothes. Thank you for the hospitality!
Excellent location near Nishiki market. Cost efficient for a group of 5, 18 years old boys. Sleeping arrangement was fun and the onsen was clean and enjoyable. While we were out, the staff lay out the futons and they hung dry our wet clothes. Thank you for the hospitality!
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vida
8 Mar 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I was not sure of the place at first by seeing the pictures. But it was very nice and the people were very friendly. The place was very clean and we were very comfortable. The spot to be. Everything is walking distance
I was not sure of the place at first by seeing the pictures. But it was very nice and the people were very friendly. The place was very clean and we were very comfortable. The spot to be. Everything is walking distance
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Traditional Japanese breakfasts are widely praised for taste and variety, and kaiseki dinners receive strong reviews; meal plans can be included.
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Alice
9 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
It was fantastic to experience a more traditional Japanese style accommodation. The futon beds were really comfortable. Trying the Japanese breakfast was well worth it and the fried tofu in miso was delicious. It is great to find accommodation who goes above and beyond to be sustainable. The staff are very helpful and friendly.
It was fantastic to experience a more traditional Japanese style accommodation. The futon beds were really comfortable. Trying the Japanese breakfast was well worth it and the fried tofu in miso was delicious. It is great to find accommodation who goes above and beyond to be sustainable. The staff are very helpful and friendly.
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Phoebe
1 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The staff are amazing and make the futon bed for you! Traditional Japanese breakfast was memorable. Tea ceremony was a nice touch upon arrival!
The staff are amazing and make the futon bed for you! Traditional Japanese breakfast was memorable. Tea ceremony was a nice touch upon arrival!
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John
13 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This was a wonderful, authentic stay! The staff was incredible as was the traditional Japanese breakfast each morning. We felt like we experienced a true ryokan experience and we are so glad we chose this route. Highly recommend the public bath for a hot soak too!
This was a wonderful, authentic stay! The staff was incredible as was the traditional Japanese breakfast each morning. We felt like we experienced a true ryokan experience and we are so glad we chose this route. Highly recommend the public bath for a hot soak too!
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Hilary
20 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This is a charming historic ryokan. We loved the traditional breakfast we had each morning and the kaiseki dinner on our last night. The onsen is also terrific. The location truly can’t be beat. We were easily able to walk to almost all of the places we wanted to visit. There are great bakeries, coffee shops and cafes just steps away. And finally the staff here is the best! They went above and beyond to welcome us and share a bit of Japanese culture with us. Highly recommend.
This is a charming historic ryokan. We loved the traditional breakfast we had each morning and the kaiseki dinner on our last night. The onsen is also terrific. The location truly can’t be beat. We were easily able to walk to almost all of the places we wanted to visit. There are great bakeries, coffee shops and cafes just steps away. And finally the staff here is the best! They went above and beyond to welcome us and share a bit of Japanese culture with us. Highly recommend.
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mary
22 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Amazing location and the traditional Japanese ryokan experience every traveler should have! Get the breakfast, it was delicious. Excellent service.
Amazing location and the traditional Japanese ryokan experience every traveler should have! Get the breakfast, it was delicious. Excellent service.
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Jeracah
12 Jul 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Welcoming staff guided us through the traditional ryokan experience. We used the onsen once and had it all to ourselves. The traditional Japanese breakfasts were HUGE and delicious - a great way for me and my family to try foods we may not have otherwise. We stayed 4 nights and each days’ breakfasts were different. Some reviewers complained about the breakfasts being too small - I think that is because they didn’t purchase the full breakfast, which does cost more and is worth it. The hotel was a very short walk to Nishiki market. Convenient location and yet it was also very quiet. Would definitely stay again.
Welcoming staff guided us through the traditional ryokan experience. We used the onsen once and had it all to ourselves. The traditional Japanese breakfasts were HUGE and delicious - a great way for me and my family to try foods we may not have otherwise. We stayed 4 nights and each days’ breakfasts were different. Some reviewers complained about the breakfasts being too small - I think that is because they didn’t purchase the full breakfast, which does cost more and is worth it. The hotel was a very short walk to Nishiki market. Convenient location and yet it was also very quiet. Would definitely stay again.
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KING TIN RAPHAEL
25 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Unbelievably great services, amazing food, brilliant staff
Unbelievably great services, amazing food, brilliant staff
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Cui-Zhu
27 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Really enjoyed our stay at this Classic small ryokan - older facility but this is as classic as it gets for a nice ryokan. 5 of us stayed in a tatami room for 2 nights . The meals were excellent. Called ahead and they accommodated vegan meals for one of us. Kaiseki was delicious and so beautifully presented. Japanese breakfast was great too. Wonderful staff. Be prepared to walk. Subway and bus stops nearby. Subway is a good 10-15 walk. Nearby is the Nishiki market which was great to walk around and enjoy snacks and buy souvenirs. The hot public bath downstairs to relax after a long sightseeing day was wonderful. - no one was there so we enjoyed it just by ourselves each night. Convenient coin laundry was a plus. Would highly recommend to those looking for a cozy ryokan with excellent meals. Bravo to the chefs - excellent Kaiseki!
Really enjoyed our stay at this Classic small ryokan - older facility but this is as classic as it gets for a nice ryokan. 5 of us stayed in a tatami room for 2 nights . The meals were excellent. Called ahead and they accommodated vegan meals for one of us. Kaiseki was delicious and so beautifully presented. Japanese breakfast was great too. Wonderful staff. Be prepared to walk. Subway and bus stops nearby. Subway is a good 10-15 walk. Nearby is the Nishiki market which was great to walk around and enjoy snacks and buy souvenirs. The hot public bath downstairs to relax after a long sightseeing day was wonderful. - no one was there so we enjoyed it just by ourselves each night. Convenient coin laundry was a plus. Would highly recommend to those looking for a cozy ryokan with excellent meals. Bravo to the chefs - excellent Kaiseki!
10
Joseph
23 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This is a beautiful property with great amenities. we loved this traditional Japanese ryokan and the breakfast served was very good. The area was also very convenient to shopping, restaurants and scenic places.
This is a beautiful property with great amenities. we loved this traditional Japanese ryokan and the breakfast served was very good. The area was also very convenient to shopping, restaurants and scenic places.
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chang
4 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It was the first time I stayed in a Ryokan. The etiquette and professionalism of the staff was above expectations. The Kaiseki dinner was good as any fine-dining experience I've had. The explanation of ingredient and preparation of each course was total bliss. Traditional Kyoto meals which focuses on the ingredients more than strong savoriness was perfect for my palette and soul. And I thank the elegant gentleman who greeted us and the young lady who explained the ryokan for being so gentle and professional. This ryokan stay made my Kyoto stay worthwhile.
It was the first time I stayed in a Ryokan. The etiquette and professionalism of the staff was above expectations. The Kaiseki dinner was good as any fine-dining experience I've had. The explanation of ingredient and preparation of each course was total bliss. Traditional Kyoto meals which focuses on the ingredients more than strong savoriness was perfect for my palette and soul. And I thank the elegant gentleman who greeted us and the young lady who explained the ryokan for being so gentle and professional. This ryokan stay made my Kyoto stay worthwhile.
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Gaia
2 Aug 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely staff. Great location. The building is a little outdated but served my needds well. The Onsen was excellent and the breakfast was amazing. A/C wasn’t the greatest but it was only one night.
Lovely staff. Great location. The building is a little outdated but served my needds well. The Onsen was excellent and the breakfast was amazing. A/C wasn’t the greatest but it was only one night.
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Don
25 Jul 2026
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Stayed 6 nights
Wonderful experience staying here for a week. Exceeded my expectations.
Wonderful experience staying here for a week. Exceeded my expectations.
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Ashley
3 May 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
We absolutely loved this place From the moment we arrived the staff were so friendly..helping us to book our shinkansen ticket online while we waited for check in. We had a welcome ceremony on arrival and daily the would make our beds or put them away. We also got to experience a traditional japanese breakfast which was so amazing and probably my biggest highlight.
We absolutely loved this place From the moment we arrived the staff were so friendly..helping us to book our shinkansen ticket online while we waited for check in. We had a welcome ceremony on arrival and daily the would make our beds or put them away. We also got to experience a traditional japanese breakfast which was so amazing and probably my biggest highlight.
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Jeff
24 Apr 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Friendliest staff. Genuinely felt they wanted us to have a great experience. Traditional Japanese breakfast was a unique must do experience.
Friendliest staff. Genuinely felt they wanted us to have a great experience. Traditional Japanese breakfast was a unique must do experience.
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Jah
14 Apr 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Staffs were very nice. Luggage storage was very convenient. Public bath was clean and refreshing. Recommended Ryokan for proximity to Nishiki market and Kyoto city center.
Staffs were very nice. Luggage storage was very convenient. Public bath was clean and refreshing. Recommended Ryokan for proximity to Nishiki market and Kyoto city center.
FAQs about Watazen Ryokan - Established in 1830
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, on-site parking is available for guests.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Local cuisine breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee of approximately JPY 1650 for adults and children.
Are pets allowed at the property?
Pets are not allowed at this property.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in time starts at 16:00 and ends at 21:30. Check-out time is at 10:00.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details about room accessibility are not provided.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Downtown Kyoto, near a metro station, with notable landmarks like Nishiki Market and Yasaka Shrine nearby. It is also close to shopping areas such as Shijo Street and Kawaramachi Street.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
No cribs or rollaway/extra beds are available at this property.
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Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 20 years old.
Front desk is open 24/7.A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 200.00 – 1000.00 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.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; additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.Some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities.If guest is arrive later than 10:00 PM, they should inform the hotel in advance.Contact details are provided in the booking confirmation.
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