Yamadaya Ryokan

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.5
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.8

About this property

First opened in 1911 and recently renovated in March 2019, Yamadaya Ryokan offers a traditional calm Japanese-style accommodation with a public bath with views of the garden and free WiFi in Kyoto, just a 5-minute walk from Higashi Honganji Temple and a 10-minute walk to JR Kyoto Station. Featuring local Kyoto ingredients and organic Koshihikari-rice, guests can enjoy traditional Japanese cuisine for an additional fee on site. Kyoto-style Japanese breakfast can be ordered if requested in advance, at an additional charge. Dinner and breakfast is served in the another private room or the banquet hall. With a wine cellar and on-site sommelier and kikizakeshi sake expert, an array of wine, Japanese sake, craft beer and champagne is available at the ryokan to pair with the cuisine. Tatami (woven-straw) flooring and Japanese futon bedding are provided in all guest rooms. Certain rooms feature a seating area for your comfort. Kyoto Tower is an 8-minute walk, while Kyoto Aquarium is an 8-minute bus ride away. Kyoto Railway Museum is 9 minutes by bus. Kiyomizu-dera Temple is 2.3 km from Yamadaya Ryokan, while Tofuku-ji Temple is 2.3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Osaka Itami Airport, a 50-minute drive away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Laundry
  • Garden
  • Heating
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bar

Property highlights

  • Situated in the real heart of Kyoto, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Asian

  • Public Bath

Availability

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Guests who stayed here loved

Allyson
Australia Australia
“My wife and I had a fantastic time staying at Yamadaya Ryokan. The staff were extremely friendly we felt at home the whole time. They were able to use translating devices to allow conversation to flow and always had a smile. We absolutely...”
Nicol
Canada Canada
“The staff were so friendly and helpful. They did absolutely everything to make our stay as enjoyable as possible. By far the best experience I’ve ever had while staying abroad.”
Issy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff were so friendly and accommodating, we felt incredibly welcome. We loved the traditional rooms, the beautiful onsen, and had really special meals (traditional Japanese breakfasts and dinner).”
Karolina
Sweden Sweden
“Very friendly staff. Small ryokan, not many other guests when we were there. Felt more like a home than a hotell. Had a small onsen, one with view over the garden, the women's and men's onsen switched daily. Had washing machine and dryer meaning...”
Cleo
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A beautiful hotel and experience staying in the Japanese style room. The staff are so lovely and helpful and everything is so spotlessly clean. We loved the onsen experience - the large ones in particular is very beautiful - and they switch every...”
Alla
Singapore Singapore
“This inn exceeded my expectations. The staff were extremely helpful and polite. Very welcoming. The inn is also extremely clean and provided a Japanese style room and onsen. Overall, would definitely recommend this place to anyone staying in...”
Nathan
Australia Australia
“The staff made our stay feel so warm and welcoming that we didn’t want to leave. The room was cozy, and the onsen was fantastic. We especially loved the little treats they’d leave for us to sample. We couldn’t have picked a better place, thank you...”
Katy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely sento bath, comfortable room and well located near to Kyoto station.”
Ilia
Russia Russia
“Amazing ryokan experience. There are 2 rotating male/female public baths, small enclosed one and one with a view of a nice garden (although it is behind the glass).”
Yun
United States United States
“The breakfast was beautiful and tasted very good. One of the top breakfasts of my life. It was very well balanced with nice plating.”

Host Information

Company review score: 9.8Based on 405 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

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Property information

Established in 1911, Yamadaya Ryokan is an ideal base for sightseeing in Kyoto. Located a 7-minute walk from Kyoto Station and directly opposite Higashi Hongan-ji Temple, it offers easy access to tourist attractions such as Kyoto Tower, Kyoto Aquarium and Kyoto Railway Museum. This traditional Japanese inn has a relaxing atmosphere. Guests can enjoy their signature dishes with advance reservation for an additional fee. Enjoy your trip around Kyoto with Yamadaya Ryokan as your base. Yamadaya Ryokan offers accommodation in Kyoto, 2.1 km from Kyoto International Manga Museum. Free WiFi and internet access are available. Some rooms have a seating area. Luggage storage space is available on site. Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Tofuku-ji Temple are 2.3 km from Yamadaya Ryokan. The nearest airport is Osaka Itami Airport, 37 km away. *This property does not provide hotel concierge services. *We cannot assist with reservations for restaurants, sightseeing facilities, museums, events, parties, etc. *Yamadaya Ryokan is closed on irregular days. Please note that if your check-out date is a day when Yamadaya Ryokan is closed, we will not be able to store your luggage after check-out.

Neighbourhood information

Located 7 minutes walk from Kyoto Station, and directly across from Higashi Honganji Temple. The inn also offers convenient access to sightseeing locations such as Kyoto Tower and Kyoto Aquarium, Kyoto railway museum. It is very convenient for tourist.

Languages spoken

English,Japanese

Property surroundings

House rules

Yamadaya Ryokan takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the property can only be accessed via stairs.

Please note that breakfast must be reserved at least 2 days prior to check-in. Breakfast is served between 7:30 and 09:00 in the banquet hall.

Please note that breakfast reservations are non-changeable and non-refundable after 2 days prior to check-in.

Please note that dinner must be reserved at least 1 week prior to the check-in date. Dinner is served between 17:30 and 18:30 in other private rooms or in the banquet hall.

Please note that dinner reservations are non-changeable and non-refundable after one week prior to check-in.

A luggage room is available for guests who arrive early.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Yamadaya Ryokan in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

An accommodation tax per person per night is not included in the price and needs to be paid at the property.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.