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Yuzuya Ryokan

3.5 star property
Travelers find authentic Japanese relaxation at this Kyoto ryokan with public baths, garden tranquility, and traditional cuisine for a genuine cultural experience.

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Yuzuya Ryokan in central Kyoto offers a genuine Japanese experience. Enjoy the indoor public bath after exploring the city and relax in the peaceful garden. The restaurant serves authentic local dishes. Rooms include WiFi for staying connected.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
The current price is ₩806,736
₩887,410 total
Mar 12 - Mar 13

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Japanese Style Room with Private Bathroom, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese Style Room with Private Bathroom, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Bidet
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

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About the neighborhood

Located in Kyoto, Yuzuya Ryokan is in the historical district. Yasaka Shrine and Chion-in Temple are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Kawaramachi Street and Nishiki Market. Kiyomizu Temple and Kyoto Tower are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
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545, Yasaka Shrine Minamitonari, Gion-machi Minamigawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0074

What's nearby

  • Yasaka Shrine featuring a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture
    Yasaka Shrine
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Springtime in Kyoto's Gion district. #asia #japan #kyoto #gion #sakura #streetphotography #travel
    Shijo Street
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Famous Geisha District
    Gion Corner
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Gion Shirakawa Area
    Gion Shirakawa Area
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • 京都市四条河原町交差点の夜の景観。
    Kawaramachi Street
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Gion-shijo Station
    7 min walk
  • Higashiyama Station
    10 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM)
    56 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    1 min walk
  • Gion Coffee Nanafuku
    1 min walk
  • ぎおん石 喫茶室
    1 min walk
  • 茶房こいし
    1 min walk
  • いづ重 (Izuju)
    1 min walk

About this property

Yuzuya Ryokan

Ryokan near Yasaka Shrine
Located close to Chion-in Temple and Kawaramachi Street, Yuzuya Ryokan provides an indoor public bath (no minerals), a garden, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Japanese breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and free newspapers
  • A front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms at Yuzuya Ryokan offer perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with bidets and shower/tub combinations
  • Refrigerators, daily housekeeping, and desks

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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

Food and drink

  • Daily Japanese breakfast available 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: JPY 3,630 to 6,050 per person
  • A restaurant
  • Kaiseki meal

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden

Spa

  • Public bath open from 6:00 AM - midnight
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Tatami (woven mat) flooring
  • Tokonoma (alcove)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property in advance.
Guests booked in Half Board rates must check-in by 6 PM to receive dinner.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 13 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 13 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.

Optional extras

  • Fee for Japanese breakfast: approximately JPY 3630 to 6050 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 13 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
Guests with tattoos are welcome to use the onsite public bathing facilities

Property is also known as

Yuzuya Ryokan Kyoto
Yuzuya Kyoto
Yuzuya
Yuzuya Ryokan Hotel Kyoto
Yuzuya Ryokan Kyoto
Yuzuya Ryokan Ryokan
Yuzuya Ryokan Ryokan Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Is Yuzuya Ryokan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Yuzuya Ryokan?

As of Mar 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Yuzuya Ryokan on Mar 12, 2026 start from ₩806,736, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Yuzuya Ryokan?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Yuzuya Ryokan?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Yuzuya Ryokan located?

Located in Gion, this ryokan is within a 10-minute walk of Yasaka Shrine, Chion-in Temple, and Kawaramachi Street. Nishiki Market and Kiyomizu Temple are also within 1 mi (2 km). Higashiyama Station is 10 minutes by foot and Sanjo Keihan Station is 11 minutes.

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Reviews

Yuzuya Ryokan Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic traditional Japanese hotel with very friendly staff. Fantastic traditional breakfast and options. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danilo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food is excellent, the location is perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good place to experience a traditional Japanese Hotel. The place was top notch. The staff and the service they provided were beyond 5 stars. And the Breakfast was to die for.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My niece and I stayed here for one night to experience a traditional Japanese hotel. The staff were very attentive and accommodating. The room was very comfortable. The ryokan is within walking distance of many sights. I would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience, and the treatment of staff was excellent, I really enjoyed my stay there
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Racheal

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

Fabulous stay

Loved this place! The staff are amazing - super friendly and helpful. The food is great and so much of it The beds are comfortable and everything is beautifully maintained Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible service, spotless room, fantastic meals. This was my family's first visit to Kyoto, and staying at Yuzuya Ryokan was a delight. Everything about the ryokan was so well kept and cared for. We arrived before our check-in time, and dropped our luggage off so we could explore Gion a little before dinner service. When we returned, our bags were already moved to our two rooms. The staff were so accommodating, explaining how to use the rooms, facilities, and wear the Japanese outfits. They spoke enough english to make it easy for us to understand. Be sure to email them a week or two before arrival to confirm your booking. They may ask about your meal preferences if there is more than one main course option. Avoid eating a late lunch, as the multi-course dinner is very filling. Breakfast the next morning was as impressive as dinner. Loved every moment of my time there. Happy to stay at Yuzuya Ryokan again the next time I'm in Kyoto.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Celine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are amazing, very helpful and informative and friendly. Definitely a more unique experience where they help you get the most out of it! Even the traditional style beds were actually more comfy than some of our more western hotels we stayed at!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff service and Ryokan rooms are fantastic. Japanese Breakfast is five stars.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great attention to detail and very helpful staff. Great first time experience especially with the dinner and breakfast options.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I made the right choice to stay here. One of the best experience I had in Kyoto, I wished I booked more than a night. The staff were very welcoming and courteous, they gave me a 5 star service. The room, actually it was more of a suite, was clean. I felt like I was in a different world when I was there because of the set up/ambiance. They also have a great location, just right beside the shrine. Just don’t bring heavy luggage because of the stairs, I felt bad that they carried my heavy luggage for me. Also, not their fault, the GPS made walked around the shrine when the hotel was just located almost in front the bus stop.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
What a wonderful experience! Above and beyond what I expected from a traditional ryokan. Friendly and accommodating service, incredible breakfasts, perfect central location for our first visit to Kyoto. We were a little concerned about sleeping on a futon but it couldn’t have been more comfortable. Highly recommended if you’re looking to stay at a ryokan.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

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

Impeccable

Customer service was amazing, rooms were beautiful, breakfast was luxurious, perfect location, and onsen was great. I would recommend this ryokan to anyone (unless you have mobility issues/physical disabilities due to the stairs).
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

C

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

Not to be missed

Fantastic stay steeped in Japanese tradition. Rooms beautiful, welcome wonderful, beds comfortable. Breakfast was amazing, prehaps a bit too much for 2 teenagers, but still amazing and delicious regardless.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yifan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent service and wonderful kaiseki breakfast and dinners. Location extremely convenient near many shrines, temples, dining, shopping, transportation. Only downside is facities are on the older side and air conditioner is loud and always on in the room during the summer.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a true Japanese experience. The place is magical and the food is amazing. I loved being able to try multiple authentic Japanese dishes in one meal
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

TRUE GEM IN GION

A fantastic and authentic place right in the heart of Gion and next door to the yasaka shine. Everything about it is considered and beautiful. A true gem in Kyoto. The breakfast is epic. Kimono’s suppled by the ryokan can be worn around the property which is a nice touch. Staff as amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yijing

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

Wonderful Ryokan at the heard of Kyoto

Absolute wonderful Ryokan to harbor at the heart of Gion! From amenities to services to dinings, everything is knitted to the smallest details. Definitely would be back again in the future should availability allows.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very decent and authentic ryokan. Friendly and efficient staff. Nice food. Neat and environmental friendly. Convenient location. Had a wonderful and enjoyable stay there. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Saskia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was my first time travelling solo and the staff at yuzuya ryokan took great care of me! they explained the general rules of staying at a ryokan, welcomed me on my first morning for breakfast which was beyond delightful! with a wonderful view of the little garden with a waterfall i got to wake up, eating a delicious and big, filling breakfast. they helped me with any question i had and i wish i would've stayed longer. the location is smazing since its directly next to a big, beautiful park with various shrines and temples, foodstands and more! i hope that i can return one day!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location although hard to find at first as the entrance is a doorway on a main road. Steps up were difficult with our suitcases. Lovely inside and very attentive staff. Room was lovely and beds very comfortable. Wooden bath was unusual but worked fine. Had a Japanese style breakfast in the restaurant which was beautifully presented. Good experience but expensive compared to local hotels.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience of Japanese lifestyle, sleeping in futon beds in a tatami room. Highlight of the stay is the Japanese breakfast , wearing a yukata garb. staff are very helpful. They are like family, assisting us from the start until the end.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

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

A peaceful sanctuary in the heart of Gion

Yuzuya Ryokan was one of the highlights of our stay in Kyoto. The service was unbelievable - they stealthily kept our room clean and supplied with fresh water, tea, and snacks at all times without being seen (like ninjas!). The Japanese breakfast included in our stay was phenomenal (a spread way too big to finish), and they even offered us an "American Style" breakfast as an alternate option for variety. The restaurant is peaceful and gorgeous. The staff was friendly and helpful (upon checkout, they carried 3 suitcases and 5 bags from our room to the street in less than 2 minutes). We stayed during the winter months and always walked into a cozy entrance with a heater and incense giving us a warm welcome home. Lastly, you cannot beat the location - RIGHT next to the entrance of Yasaka Shrine, and steps from old town Gion (we spotted 4 geishas on our first night). Would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

thanawat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located in the center of multiple tourist sites. Walkable locations for sightseeing, shopping, and food. Also walkable to local train station. Easy spot for taxi to pickup if needed transportation to kyoto station or somewhere further. Walkable to many kimono rental stores with next day drop-off return service. Perfect location for planning on visiting multiple sites and return here in-between for a quick rest. Did I forget the authentic ryokan style rooms with impeccable service? Recommended for an immersuve japanese culture experience. Only downside is no laundry service for all the walking and changing clothes after dipping in own bath.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and amazing food. The staff is highly attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025