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
9.69.6 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
NZ$752
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Room options
View all photos for Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom (8-10 Tatami Mats)
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)
LOB_HOTELS
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
STAR_OUTLINE
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
HELP_OUTLINE
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
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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
Service staff
Room
Breakfast
Food
Amenities
Onsen
Family friendly
Gardens
Culture
Trip
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as delicious and plentiful, with many guests enjoying the Japanese and Western options. (11 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
15 March 2025
Exceptional service, staff was very kind and warm
Frédéric
Frédéric, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 March 2025
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
Sri, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 February 2025
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
Ji Hong, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 February 2025
Everyone was so helpful. Loved entering the Ryoksn and then having hot tea delivered to our room
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 January 2025
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.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 December 2024
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
Lap Fan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 December 2024
Excellent
Ahmed
Ahmed, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 January 2025
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.
Ellen
Ellen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 March 2025
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
Hannah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 April 2024
The ryokan is authentic in every way, so glad we got to spend a night at this beautiful property.
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 May 2024
Thoughtful staff, wonderful property - close to public transportation
Franklyn
Franklyn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 November 2024
Traditional living experience. Great service but a little far from ‘attractions’ . Easy commute via train/ taxi
zarrish
zarrish, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 July 2024
A wonderful stay. Very kind staff.
Thank you for your welcoming.
I strongly recommend this Ryokan
Alain
Alain, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 May 2023
Beautiful property with amazing staff. Very good breakfast and helpful recommendations for dining in the area.
Amy
Amy, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
21 March 2025
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
Joshua, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 April 2024
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
Benjamin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 March 2023
Great place, lovely staff
Arun
Arun, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 January 2025
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
Steve, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 October 2023
Great Ryokan Stay
This ryokan felt very authentic and was in a convenient location. The staff was friendly and accommodating.
Anne
Anne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 March 2024
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
Daniella, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 June 2024
Absolutely incredible experience. The hospitality and service were divine. Highly recommend.
Shea
Shea, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 May 2024
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
Russ, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 September 2023
Very authentic, made us really feel like in traditional Japan.
ALA
ALA, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 February 2024
Best Ryokan Experience
Jae
Jae, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 August 2024
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.