Seikoro Ryokan

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Front of property
Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom (8-10 Tatami Mats)
Luxury Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, Garden View (10+4 Tatami Mats)
Luxury Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, Garden View (10+4 Tatami Mats) | View from room
Luxury Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, Garden View (10+4 Tatami Mats) | Living room
Located near Kawaramachi Street, Seikoro Ryokan offers an inviting blend of traditional charm and modern comforts. Unwind in the serene garden or rejuvenate at the indoor public bath, then stay connected with free in-room WiFi. The helpful staff has received top marks from previous guests.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge services
  • Gift shops/newsstands
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Lift
The current price is NZ$752
15 Jul - 16 Jul

Room options

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom (8-10 Tatami Mats)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Pillow menu
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

Family Room 12 Tatami Mats with Twin Bed Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Pillow menu
Down duvet
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Single Beds and 5 Single Futons

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom (6-8 Tatami Mats)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Pillow menu
Down duvet
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons

Luxury Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, Garden View (10+4 Tatami Mats)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Pillow menu
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

Deluxe Family Room, 2 single beds + 3 futon, Private bathroom, Non-Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Pillow menu
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Single Futons and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
467 Nishitachibana-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 6050907

What's nearby

  • Kawaramachi Street - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Gion Corner - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Nishiki Market - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Kyoto Tower - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 52 min drive
  • Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.) - 89 min drive
  • Kiyomizu-gojo Station - 2 min walk
  • Shichijo Station - 7 min walk
  • Gion-shijo Station - 14 min walk
  • Gojo Station - 11 min walk
  • Tofukuji Station - 20 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 22 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪辨慶東山店 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪なか卯河原町五条店 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪五條楽園 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pub Rock Stock - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪マールカフェ - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Seikoro Ryokan

Seikoro Ryokan offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley. Free perks include WiFi and self-parking. Also, Kiyomizu Temple and Shijo Street are a short five-minute drive away. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Gojo Station is 11 minutes away.

Languages

English, Japanese

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 19 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check in from 3:00 PM to 7:30 PM and 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 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 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • On-site parking is limited

Other information

    • Designated smoking area (fines apply)
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–8:30 AM
  • Kaiseki meal
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Bike rentals nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1901
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Lift

ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Slippers
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Down duvet
  • Extra futon (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep-soaking bath
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Electronic bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Mini fridge
  • In-room dining only

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Tokonoma (alcove)
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

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Special features

Spa

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men's and women's areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 3:30 PM to midnight.

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Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 200–1,000 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.

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 4400 per person
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of JPY 3000
  • Futon beds are available for JPY 11000 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility

Policies

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.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities.

Also known as

Ryokan Seikoro
Seikoro
Seikoro Kyoto
Seikoro Ryokan
Seikoro Ryokan Kyoto
Seikoro Hotel Kyoto
Seikoro Ryokan Kyoto
Seikoro Ryokan Ryokan
Seikoro Ryokan Ryokan Kyoto

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Frequently asked questions

Does Seikoro Ryokan offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Seikoro Ryokan does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Seikoro Ryokan?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Seikoro Ryokan?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Seikoro Ryokan?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of JPY 3000.

What is there to do at Seikoro Ryokan and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Seikoro Ryokan also has a garden.

Does Seikoro Ryokan have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep-soaking bath.

What's the area around Seikoro Ryokan like?

Seikoro Ryokan is in Higashiyama Ward, a short 2-minute walk from Kiyomizu-gojo Station and 18 minutes' walk from Kiyomizu Temple.

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Seikoro Ryokan Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Amenities
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Family friendly
Gardens
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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious and plentiful, with many guests enjoying the Japanese and Western options. (11 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Exceptional service, staff was very kind and warm
Frédéric, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We stayed at Seikoro for 2 nights - we had the best time. The highlights were the breakfast and close proximity to Gion, subway, and tourist spots. But what made this place special was the amazing staff! They were warm, welcoming and attentive. They helped make reservations and anticipated all our needs. Highly recommend a stay here.
Sri, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really the best experience I’ve had in Kyoto. Public bath was great and quiet and staffs are amazing. Must visit place if you plan to experience ryokan in the heart of Kyoto.
Ji Hong, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everyone was so helpful. Loved entering the Ryoksn and then having hot tea delivered to our room
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing

Amazing stay in Kyoto. The most hospitable staff I have ever met. Can’t recommend this place enough as a stay in Kyoto. We would happily stay again.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff in this ryokan is very helpful and friendly. The location is ideal for visiting Gion. The property is clean, and the staff can communicate well in English, I highly recommend this place for international travelers.
Lap Fan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent
Ahmed, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A treat of history and culture

We splurge and glad we did. This was one of the highlight of our trip to Japan. We could have booked a cheaper place but wanted the real deal.... and we were not disappointed. The architecture was authentically exquisite, the service like no other place in the world (we have been most everywhere), the food 1st class, and the bath a real joy. We were so happy. Our memories of this place will last a lifetime.
Everything branch and leaf was in its place
The entrance
Go through the doors back in time to a different era.
Breakfast - we order one Japanese and one Western
Ellen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I loved our stay at the ryokan. The staff go above and beyond to make sure you enjoy yourself, and the hospitality we experienced really made the trip. From serving our dinner to setting up our beds for the night, they were friendly, respectful, and really made sure we were relaxing and enjoying ourselves. Our room was quite large and included our own bath and sitting area. We had a view of the back garden. It was clean and comfortable. We chose to have the kaiseki dinner (additional cost), which they served in our room. The Kaiseki dinner we got was delicious and I loved how they explained each course to us. There is a public bath in the ryokan, which we took advantage of a few times. I only encountered two people the whole time we were there, and it felt like it was my own private bathhouse. All in all was a wonderful experience and would love to stay here again.
Hannah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The ryokan is authentic in every way, so glad we got to spend a night at this beautiful property.
Stephen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Thoughtful staff, wonderful property - close to public transportation
Franklyn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Traditional living experience. Great service but a little far from ‘attractions’ . Easy commute via train/ taxi
zarrish, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A wonderful stay. Very kind staff. Thank you for your welcoming. I strongly recommend this Ryokan
Alain, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property with amazing staff. Very good breakfast and helpful recommendations for dining in the area.
Amy, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

It was an amazing experience. Wife and I loved the culture and learned a lot. I would have loved to put 5 stars but… there was black mold all over our shower room. The black mold was in the wood on the ceiling, walls, near the tub, etc. Which made it stink of mildew and is actually a safety hazard. It’s in serious need of replacing all the wood because you cant just scrub it out; when black mold is in wood, it’s EVERYWHERE. Otherwise, the staff was VERY lovely and welcoming, the food was amazing, and the view and aesthetics were everything you could ask for to feel like you’re living in a traditional Japanese setting. Would definitely come back one day, hopefully they have the mold issue fixed.
Joshua, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything about our stay was perfect. We had such a fun and relaxing time in the onsen and with our in-room dinner and breakfast. We would love to come back again!
Benjamin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place, lovely staff
Arun, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The real McCoy

Seikoro Ryokan is truly unique. After 23 business trips to Japan over the last decade, I finally took a vacation trip with my wife to see what I had missed. We decided inKyoto to stay at a traditional Ryokan as opposed to the normally outstanding Japanese major hotels. We made the right decision. This was an ethereal 3 days in every way, room was awesome, the breakfasts and one Kaiseki dinner was sublime and service was over the top. This was as an authentic experience as can be had. It was absolutely worth taking my shoes off every time we walked in.
Steve, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Ryokan Stay

This ryokan felt very authentic and was in a convenient location. The staff was friendly and accommodating.
Anne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We stayed here a night and everyone was so friendly and willing to help. They go above and beyond making sure you have the best stay. The food was great and the sleeping mats were so comfortable. We would definitely stay here again in the future.
Daniella, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely incredible experience. The hospitality and service were divine. Highly recommend.
Shea, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything and everyone was absolutely awesome. Highly recommend that everyone spend a night at the Ryokan for a special experience of traditional Japanese hospitality and traditions.
Russ, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very authentic, made us really feel like in traditional Japan.
ALA, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best Ryokan Experience
Jae, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was definitely an unique cultural experience. I highly recommend it. We were immediately greeted by the nicest and most considerate staff. Our room was spacious and the private bath suite was key. We also had the Japanese set breakfast meticulously served in our room. Overall an excellent stay.
Tzu, 1-night trip