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A building with multiple floors, a staircase leading to the entrance, and surrounding trees.
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A spacious library with bookshelves, seating areas, and a central decorative vase.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, and a view of a cityscape and a pagoda.
A traditional Japanese pagoda with multiple tiers, surrounded by blooming cherry blossoms.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is $819
$744 nightly
$819 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26

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2-204-2 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0862
  • Place, Hokanji Temple
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kiyomizu Temple
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Yasaka Shrine
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, a small table with a book, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe King, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 480 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with blinds.

Deluxe Twin, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 503 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

Executive King, Non-smoking

  • 714 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a view of trees through large windows.

Premium King, Non Smoking

  • 503 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a small table, and a chair. There are large windows with curtains, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Premium Twin, Non Smoking

  • 569 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, a sofa, a TV, and a bathroom with a mirror and sink.

Executive Twin, Non Smoking

  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and large windows offering a view of the city.

Panoramic Terrace Twin, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 654 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, and a view of a cityscape and a pagoda.

Panoramic Suite, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • 1475 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

With a stay at The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu, you'll be centrally located in Kyoto, steps from Three-Year Slope and Hokanji Temple. .This family-friendly hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Yasaka Koshin-do Temple and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Kiyomizu Temple.

What's nearby

  • Hokanji Temple - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Gion Corner - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Yasaka Shrine - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Shijo Street - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Higashiyama Station - 3 min drive
  • Kiyomizu-gojo Station - 17 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪ギオンコーナー(Gion Corner) - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪% Arabica - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪French cafe CHASEN 高台寺 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Kiyomizu 京都東山 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪K36 (The Bar & Rooftop)  - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu

The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu offers 48 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets.

This Kyoto hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access, with a WiFi speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include safes and complimentary newspapers. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and change of towels can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.
Make yourself at home in one of the 48 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and espresso makers. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, while 50-inch flat-screen televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as a 24-hour fitness center. This Art Deco hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a communal living room.
Grab a bite at restaurant library, one of the hotel's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee. Children aged 12 and younger eat free breakfast.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Limited parking is available onsite.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Children aged 12 and younger eat free breakfast.
Restaurant library - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
BENOIT Kyoto - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in French cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.
K36 The Bar & Rooftop - This rooftop bar serves dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
SUSHI-BAR@library - This bar specializes in sushi and serves dinner and light fare. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking (JPY 6,000 per night); reservations required
  • Limited onsite parking (max 5 spaces per unit)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: JPY 6,900 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants

Restaurants on site

  • BENOIT Kyoto
  • K36 The Bar & Rooftop
  • restaurant library
  • SUSHI-BAR@library

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle tours
  • Books
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Baby bath
  • Children's books
  • Children's dinnerware
  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • In-room massages
  • Reflexology

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways (31 inches high)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Portable shower seat
  • Roll-in shower (68 inches wide)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual doorbell notification
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (29 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-width doorways
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1933
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Free extra futon
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Children's slippers
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Breakfast is not included in the breakfast rates for children 0-12 years old, and can be requested onsite for the listed child breakfast fee.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Children aged 12 and younger eat free breakfast
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: JPY 10000 per accommodation, per stay
  • 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 full breakfast: approximately JPY 6900 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: JPY 6000 per night(33 ft away; open 24 hours)

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, sofa beds, and high chair
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Children aged 0-12 years old are allowed in the Guest Lounge and must be accompanied by an adult after 5 PM.

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

The Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu
The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu Hotel
The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu Kyoto
The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu Hotel Kyoto

The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 156 out of 173 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 173 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 173 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 173 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 173 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jose Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente hotel, staff super atencioso.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nichole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful very nice staff perfect area
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing and unique property. Loved the included mini bar and lounge. Food was really good and private bath was a good experience
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property nestled in the heart of KIYOMIZU…leave a serene environment and walk out to a little hustle and bustle and some beautiful views …amazing property! Staff was friendly … Expedia notes pool access which is not accurate …no pool on property …
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing experience at Seiryu Kyoto truly a stay defined by excellence. The hotel exceeded our expectations in every way, from the impeccable service to the attention to detail that made everything feel special. One highlight was the visitor center, which was thoughtfully curated with snacks and engaging cultural shows that made our stay even more memorable. Everything felt seamless, welcoming, and beautifully representative of the Kyoto experience. We would absolutely return and highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sergio Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kaia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was an amazing stay! The staff was great and attentive!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darrel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Hotel, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, beautiful and great service
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

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The best hotel I’ve ever stayed at. Amenities, location, and hospitality is unmatched.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

sihui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hotel in Japan!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

he

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Muzzamil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel in Kyoto.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

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

Great Kyoto stay

Gorgeous hotel in the heart of a historic Kyoto neighborhood. Great, friendly staff. Highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Beautiful hotel

Such an amazing hotel, with a wonderful team of staff! Had such a wonderful stay and food, definitely will love to be back again next time
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The guest lounge is wonderful
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful concierge, staff and amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with luxury level property
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gregg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay! The staff was extremely friendly and nice during our stay. The hotel does a great job with complimentary lounge area.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Serge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb property right in the middle of the historic district. Excellent service. Would be my first choice in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

marjaneh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
This property is very well maintained. At the same time that it provides you a high level comfort and service, it is boutique hotel with personal attention . Great staff , great location in Gion Kyoto

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