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Ishibekoji Ryugin

4.0 star property
Travelers find tranquil respite at this peaceful Kyoto retreat where traditional Japanese ambiance creates a serene atmosphere for relaxation

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Ishibekoji Ryugin offers an upscale guesthouse experience near Kiyomizu Temple and Nishiki Market. Enjoy rejuvenating massages, spa services, and in-room WiFi. Convenient luggage storage is available for visitors exploring Kyoto's cultural treasures.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Room options

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Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Higashiyama Ward, a neighborhood in Kyoto, Ishibekoji Ryugin is near a metro station. Yasaka Shrine and Nishiki Market are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Biwa and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Kyoto Municipal Zoo and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden are also worth visiting. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
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Shimogawara town 463-12, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0825

What's nearby

  • Kodaiji Temple which includes landscape views, a temple or place of worship and religious elements
    Kodai-ji Temple
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Yasaka Shrine featuring a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture
    Yasaka Shrine
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Springtime in Kyoto's Gion district. #asia #japan #kyoto #gion #sakura #streetphotography #travel
    Shijo Street
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Famous Geisha District
    Gion Corner
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and religious aspects
    Kiyomizu Temple
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Gion-shijo Station
    11 min walk
  • Higashiyama Station
    15 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM)
    65 min drive

Restaurants

  • 特級ラーメン
    2 min walk
  • Hario Cafe Kyoto
    1 min walk
  • 家傳 ちりめん山椒 やよい
    2 min walk
  • カフェレストラン やよい
    2 min walk
  • 京だんご 藤菜美高台寺店
    2 min walk

About this property

Ishibekoji Ryugin

Upscale guesthouse near Kiyomizu Temple
Close to Yasaka Shrine and Pontocho Alley, Ishibekoji Ryugin has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Smoke-free premises, multilingual staff, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and heated floors, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and separate dining areas.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with separate tubs/showers and toilets with electronic bidets
  • 46-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, heated floors, and separate dining areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2012
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 46-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heated floor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Living room
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 11 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 11 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
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 (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Ishibekoji
Ishibekoji Ryugin
Ishibekoji Ryugin Inn
Ishibekoji Ryugin Inn Kyoto
Ishibekoji Ryugin Kyoto
Ishibekoji Ryugin Kyoto
Ishibekoji Ryugin Guesthouse
Ishibekoji Ryugin Guesthouse Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Is Ishibekoji Ryugin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This guest house doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Ishibekoji Ryugin?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Ishibekoji Ryugin?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Ishibekoji Ryugin located?

Located in Higashiyama Ward, this guesthouse is within a 5-minute walk of Kodai-ji Temple and Yasaka Shrine. Shijo Street and Kiyomizu Temple are also within 15 minutes. Higashiyama Station is 15 minutes by foot and Sanjo Keihan Station is 16 minutes.

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Reviews

Ishibekoji Ryugin Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tat Man

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful wonderful property in a wonderful wonderful neighborhood and location. An ideal place to stay whether it is your first or tenth time visiting Kyoto.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good, maybe they can share WhatsApp info ahead of check-in. We didn’t have Japan phone number so it was not possible to call them.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was as expected/advertised. Beautiful accommodation and area from which to walk to many sites and restaurants. Laundromat around corner (1 min walk). Nice break from hotels. Variety of Toiletries in lobby if needed. Very quiet area at night which suited us. Very bright in the morning given historical nature of property (no black out blinds) but that was also fine with us. If you like a brief intro to property then being left alone for your stay this is for you. I tried to contact proprietor by text on first day re problem with the safes (both broken) without a response. However I did not follow up further by telephone as we found our own option for security.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mei Mui

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay during our Japan trip and truly appreciated. The location is excellent—set in a quiet area yet within walking distance of nearby landmarks, which made exploring very easy. It’s a great balance between convenience and relaxation. The staff were incredibly friendly and thoughtful, and there were no issues communicating in English. They even contacted us in advance to confirm our estimated arrival time, allowing us to drop off our luggage before check-in, which was very helpful. The room was very well maintained and beautifully designed. We especially loved how it blends traditional Japanese elements with modern style. The heated floor in bathroom and living area were a standout feature and made the stay exceptionally comfortable. Overall, a warm, comfortable, and thoughtfully run hotel—highly recommended for anyone visiting Japan.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tat Man

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing Amazing Place in Kyoto

Oh my god it was SO NICE! We got the four semi-double bed room upstairs and it was so large - two separate bedrooms. a nice living and dining room area and then a separate traditional tatami room with low tables for dining or games or just sitting around to talk and spend time with each other. The bathroom suite with the modern jacuzzi deep tub was amazing - it may be the biggest room in the entire place. The overall design is a mix of Scandinavian and Japanese design elements with light blond wood. So zen. My kids were so excited when we got there. The place is situated in the most beautiful neighborhood of Kyoto - it’s a historic preservation district and you have to go through entrances to get into that two or three block radius area. A lot of tourists go there to walk around though they say pictures are discouraged. The hosts were wonderful, lovely and responsive. Definitely a highlight of our trip to Japan and staying there is an experience that stays with you for a long, long time. If I was living in Kyoto I would definitely want to live there.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

KYUNGYEON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
4인 가족여행 숙소로 최적. 다이닝룸 넓고
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing apartment, great service and really good location
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

caryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful

Wonderful! Great location,and service. I would highly recommend this inn.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

4/10 Poor

Ken

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

人的サービスが残念なホテル

客室はやや掃除が不十分な箇所も散見され、ベッドは寝具やマットレスの質に問題あるものの、広く快適です。京都らしい風情の立地は最高です。問題は人的サービスで、コンシェルジュと称する女性も常駐しますが、夕方早々に帰ります。その後は誰もスタッフはいなくなります。残念なのは、コンシェルジュも担当者によりサービスにムラがあり、チェックアウト後は、スーツケースも含めて雨の中、荷物は自分で運ばされました。お見送り、ご挨拶もありませんでした。価格相応のサービスを期待すると、やや不満な滞在になる可能性がありそうです。
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Friedrich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Superb

it was Absolutely amazing and we (my sister and I) loved it. The Ishibekoji Ryugin is an exquisite Ryokan not to be missed. Not a single complaint!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

YunHee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

하룻밤 묵었던 숙소지만 정말 좋은 기억으로 남았어요

여자 5명이서 갔는데 화장품에 팩까지 있고 여성용품도 인원수대로 준비해줘서 너무 좋았어요. 위치도 청수사 바로 밑이라 기모노 체험하다가 힘들때 들어와서 쉬기도 하고 정말 좋았네요. 숙소에서 입을 수 있는 옷과 양말까지 제공해줘서 정말정말 좋았고 깨끗하고 아늑하고 또 이용하고 싶을정도로 만족입니다.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Paul, San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Classic, elegant Riyokan

Located right in the historic area. This lovely Riyokan lets you experience a classic, elegant Japanese environment with all the luxuries of a modern home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Modern comforts in old Kyoto

Comfortable and fully equipped room, within walking distance to the ancient temples of Gion district. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

6/10 Okay

Blue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

가족단위 또는 두 커플이상 이용 시 적합

호텔외부공간 이나 부대시설이 전혀 없고 심지어 료칸도 5분이사우걸어가야 하며 하루에 1회 이용가능한 공동 목욕탕이므로 참고하세요

8/10 Good

Irene, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tradition boutique hotel in character area.

Warm welcome to a tradition hotel that enhanced and added to the experience we had in the old capital Kyoto.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
京都の隠れ家的高級旅館。 京都らしい京都を感じられるとてもいい宿でした。 是非、また利用したいと思います。

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful room, but ryokan is lacking in service

Our family of four stayed here for three nights. The apartment itself is fantastic: comfortable beds, modern and spacious bathroom, lovely traditional Japanese design. The location is also perfect: the neighborhood is quiet and scenic and walking distance to several temples. However, we didn't feel that the service was worthy of the property. We were looking forward to our stay based on reviews that raved about the warm welcome and exceptional service, but we didn't experience this. There was rarely anyone on the property despite there being a concierge desk in the small lobby, and our limited interactions with the concierge were not warm (we felt awkward, like we were an imposition, when we checked in, made a few requests, and checked out). In sum, when a hotel/ryokan is so expensive, you expect an impeccable room and exceptional service. Unfortunately, though the property merits the price, we found that the service did not.

8/10 Good

Adele, Los Angeles, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Luxurious ryokan in scenic historic district

I was traveling with my mother and originally had reservations at another amazingly reviewed ryokan in Gion. However, my mother balked at the idea of a shared bathroom, so I eventually found the Ryugin and am SO DELIGHTED with our experience there. I wanted the experience of staying at Ryokan with the details of a traditional Japanese inn (the tatami mats, the art, the tiny private gardens), but also wanted modern amenities like a luxurious modern bathroom and wifi. The Ryugin surpassed all our expectations. First of all, if you're looking for an authentic/historic/picturesque experience, its location can't be beat. It's in one of the oldest parts of Gion, accessible only by foot (but a car drop-off is only a short walk away - less than a block), through lovely stone paved lanes lined with gorgeous traditional homes. It's next to historic pathways, lined by traditional shops and Shrines and tea houses of note. And ninnenzaka/sannenzaka (the picture postcard winding streets chockful of sweet/ceramics/fabric shops leading up to Kiyomizudera shrine), is a short, pretty walk away, The rooms themselves (you get several - a far cry from the usual small quarters of a ryokan) are beautifully appointed, with art nooks and traditional, but comfortable furnishings. The bathroom is luxurious and modern, but the aesthetic is still in keeping with the rest of the ryokan. I

10/10 Excellent

Wei, Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

True Japanese experience

This is the place if you are after a true Japanese experience, everything is perfect, bit pricey tho

10/10 Excellent

william, Ft. Myers Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The best Ryokan ever!

A terrific Ryokan with excellent accomodations and personal service. The manager is very special.

8/10 Good

Jung-ho, Seoul

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

옛공간에 온 미래의 타임캡슐

좋아요 위치도 좋고 옛날로 돌아간기분인데 시설은 최신식이어서 기분이 좋았어요

8/10 Good

じぇり

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

ひっそりと京都を満喫できる宿

５人で、一体感をもちながらプライバシーも保て、みんなが満足した。ミニキッチンのカトラリーがよかった。「トンネルを抜けると…」という感じで別世界へいざなわれた観があり、京都旅行を満喫できた。

10/10 Excellent

张弘

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
地理位置很好，并且有床，很舒适。

10/10 Excellent

Johan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025