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NISHIYAMA RYOKAN Established in 1953

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Luxury Twin Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
The current price is $282
$257 nightly
$282 total
Jul 1 - Jul 2

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Gokomachi St.-Nijyo Sagaru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 604-0933
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Kiyamachi Street
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Nishiki Market
    ‪12 min walk‬

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Japanese Standard Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Japanese Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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Japanese Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Japanese Deluxe Room

  • City view
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Superior Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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Luxury Twin Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Luxury Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Japanese-style Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Japanese-style Suite

  • 829 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

With a stay at NISHIYAMA RYOKAN Established in 1953, you'll be centrally located in Kyoto, just a 4-minute walk from Kawaramachi Street and 11 minutes by foot from Nishiki Market. .This spa ryokan is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Pontocho Alley and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Shijo Street.

What's nearby

  • Kawaramachi Street - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kiyamachi Street - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Teramachi Street - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Pontocho Alley - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Shiyakusho-mae Station - 5 min walk
  • Sanjo Station - 12 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪リンゴ酒場 Swingin’ - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Boulangerie de la Liberte' KYOTO （ブーランジェリエ デ ラ リベルテ 京都寺町本店） - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪蕎麦と肴周知 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bighand Bros. Beer TERAMACHI - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪ブション (Le Bouchon) - ‬2 min walk

About this property

NISHIYAMA RYOKAN Established in 1953

NISHIYAMA RYOKAN Established in 1953 offers 15 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. LED televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include slippers, toilets with an electronic bidet, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the ryokan's full-service spa. Services include massages. Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath (no minerals) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men and women areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 4:30 PM to midnight.
Make yourself at home in one of the 15 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and LED televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages. This ryokan also features complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.
At NISHIYAMA RYOKAN Established in 1953, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, multilingual staff, and luggage storage.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:30 AM and 8:30 AM.
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in Japanese cuisine. Reservations are required.

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 cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: JPY 4,000 per person
  • A restaurant
  • Tea service

Things to do

  • Full-service spa

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Full-service spa

  • In-room massages
  • Public bath open from 4:30 PM - midnight
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 5 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 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
Additional fees may apply to children for bedding and meals. Meals for children must be requested in advance of arrival; fees apply.
Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this hotel in advance.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Wednesday:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately JPY 4000 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Japanese futons are provided based on the number of adults in the reservation.

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities

Property is also known as

NISHIYAMA
NISHIYAMA Kyoto
NISHIYAMA RYOKAN
NISHIYAMA RYOKAN Kyoto
RYOKAN NISHIYAMA
Nishiyama Ryokan Hotel Kyoto
NISHIYAMA RYOKAN
Nishiyama Established In 1953
NISHIYAMA RYOKAN Established in 1953
NISHIYAMA RYOKAN - Established in 1953 Kyoto
NISHIYAMA RYOKAN - Established in 1953 Ryokan
NISHIYAMA RYOKAN - Established in 1953 Ryokan Kyoto

NISHIYAMA RYOKAN Established in 1953 Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 224 out of 321 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 83 out of 321 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 321 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 321 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 321 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very quiet, enjoyed the traditional Japanese experience, close to many attractions, trains and dining.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

jillian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This place was such a GEM! Amazing hospitality, beautiful place. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Leck

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice breakfast , Good experience
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Reeve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful, centrally located property. Super nice staff. Delicious breakfasts. Our room was stunning, with comfortable beds, and a great bathroom.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying here! The staff were attentive and friendly. This is a place we can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Vivak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fantastic stay. The property was very clean, quiet, and the hosts were very nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family owned with very friendly family
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Owners were so quaint giving a very fun and intimate tea ceremony
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Felix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast, tea ceremony and hosts were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, perfect location, traditional and comfortable, amazing breakfast, we would come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super accommodating and so friendly and the location was perfect - slightly off the beaten path but close enough to the fun! I 1000% would stay here again. The rooms were also spotless and they had some fun events going on! 5/5
Rooms were great and the layout was functional
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was beautiful and clean. The staff were lovely! I loved the Japanese style breakfast we had! It was really nice that they also had activities, I was able to participate in a green tea ceremony. It was close to shopping and food nearby. I love to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience, choose the Japanese breakfast if you stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel with lovely garden and onsen. Service was excellent, very welcoming and friendly. Enjoyed the free drinks in the lobby. Excellent location with lots of restaurants on the doorstep. Room was spacious and traditional, a lovely experience. Also had a very good in-room massage too
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a lovely experience at a wonderful Ryokan, the staff was amazing and we took the daily breakfast option and the food and service was really amazing. Would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A bit off the main attraction of the city. Hotel has room smaller than most ryokans we stayed in. Service was superb and staff is very friendly. Tea ceremony here was performed beautifully.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and helpful, the property was very quiet and relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Armando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great experience and service!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

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

We enjoyed our stay

We loved our stay here. The ryokan is a quaint and warm building with a lovely staff. The meals were excellent and it was easy to visit other places in Kyoto from the convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing service. Everyone at the hotel was exceptionally helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Soumya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Traditional Japanese tatami flooring rooms, extremely warm staff and hosts, such a calm zen garden, lovely onsens , Japanese breakfast to die for. Look nowhere else if you are planning a stay in kyoto
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Iain

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

Super Ryokan in Kyoto

Wonderful Ryokan with lovely owners. Great room and staff. Enjoyed the tea ceremony, Japanese breakfast and public bath. Definitely recommend in a nice quiet bit of Kyoto.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mayuresh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first ryokan experience and everyone in our family loved it. We ordered special vegetarian breakfast for us and it was delicious, and served in authentic Japanese way. Thank you to courteous hotel staff for attending to our questions and special requests. We will recommend this ryokan for easy access to shopping and restaurant areas
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room and excellent friendly staff. Great location in a quiet area but close enough to shops & restaurants. Staff was so helpful to make sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024