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9.4
/10
Exceptional
38 reviews
What Guests Say About Their Stay
Mei Mui
10.0
/ 10
We had a wonderful stay during our Japan trip and truly appreciated.
The location is excellent—set in a quiet area yet within walking distance of nearby landmarks, which made exploring very easy. It’s a great balance between convenience and relaxation.
The staff were incredibly friendly and thoughtful, and there were no issues communicating in English. They even contacted us in advance to confirm our estimated arrival time, allowing us to drop off our luggage before check-in, which was very helpful.
The room was very well maintained and beautifully designed. We especially loved how it blends traditional Japanese elements with modern style. The heated floor in bathroom and living area were a standout feature and made the stay exceptionally comfortable.
Overall, a warm, comfortable, and thoughtfully run hotel—highly recommended for anyone visiting Japan.
Tat Man
10.0
/ 10
Wonderful wonderful property in a wonderful wonderful neighborhood and location. An ideal
place to stay whether it is your first or tenth time visiting Kyoto.
Daniel
10.0
/ 10
It was as expected/advertised. Beautiful accommodation and area from which to walk to many sites and restaurants. Laundromat around corner (1 min walk). Nice break from hotels. Variety of
Toiletries in lobby if needed. Very quiet area at night which suited us.
Very bright in the morning given historical nature of property (no black out blinds) but that was also fine with us. If you like a brief intro to property then being left alone for your stay this is for you. I tried to contact proprietor by text on first day re problem with the safes (both broken) without a response. However I did not follow up further by telephone as we found our own option for security.
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Shimogawara town 463-12, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kansai, Japan, 605-0825
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Shimogawara town 463-12, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kansai, Japan, 605-0825
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General
Near Kiyomizu Temple
Location
With a stay at Ishibekoji Ryugin, you'll be centrally located in Kyoto, just a 3-minute walk from Yasaka Shrine and 11 minutes by foot from Kiyomizu Temple. This guesthouse is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Shijo Street and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Gion Corner.
Attractions
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Kodai-ji Temple - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Yasaka Shrine - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Hokanji Temple - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Kenninji Temple - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Yasui Konpiragu - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Shijo Street - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Maruyama Park - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Gion Corner - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Hanamikoji Street - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Chion-in Temple - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Gion Shirakawa Area - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Gion Tatsumi Bridge - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Minamiza Theater - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Kiyomizu Temple - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Lake Biwa Canal - 1 km / 0.6 mi
The nearest airports are:
Itami Airport (ITM) - 46.3 km / 28.7 mi
Kobe Airport (UKB) - 80.1 km / 49.8 mi
Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 101.6 km / 63.1 mi
Facilities
This smoke-free guesthouse was built in 2012.
Business Facilities
Featured amenities include multilingual staff and luggage storage.
Rooms
Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 2 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring heated floors and flat-screen televisions. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Kitchenettes are outfitted with refrigerators, stovetops, and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment.
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Lobby
Exterior
Bedroom
Others
Connectivity
- Free WiFi
Public Facilities
- Smoke-free area
Hotel Services
- Luggage storage
- Multilingual staff
Accommodation Policy & General Information in Ishibekoji Ryugin
Important Note
Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!
General Check-in Instructions
- 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
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
Pets
Pets Not Allowed
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General Information
Popular Facilities | WiFi |
Check-In / Check-Out Time | From 15:00 - 18:00 - to 10:30 |
Available rooms at Ishibekoji Ryugin | 2 |
Number of floors in Ishibekoji Ryugin | 3 |
Another facilities in Ishibekoji Ryugin | Free WiFi, Smoke-free area, Luggage storage, Multilingual staff |
Frequently asked question in Ishibekoji Ryugin
What are available facilities at Ishibekoji Ryugin?
There are top facilites at Ishibekoji Ryugin such as WiFi. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at Ishibekoji Ryugin?
The standard check-in time at Ishibekoji Ryugin is starting from 15:00 - 18:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 10:30
What is the star rating of Ishibekoji Ryugin?
Ishibekoji Ryugin is a 4.0-star hotel.
How many floors does Ishibekoji Ryugin have?
Ishibekoji Ryugin has 3 floors.
How many rooms are available at Ishibekoji Ryugin?
Ishibekoji Ryugin has 2 rooms in total.
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Overall Ratings & Reviews Ishibekoji Ryugin
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9.4
Exceptional
From 38 reviews
Cleanliness
9.8
Room Comfort
10.0
Location
10.0
Service and Facilites
9.2
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Mei Mui
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 38 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
We had a wonderful stay during our Japan trip and truly appreciated.
The location is excellent—set in a quiet area yet within walking distance of nearby landmarks, which made exploring very easy. It’s a great balance between convenience and relaxation.
The staff were incredibly friendly and thoughtful, and there were no issues communicating in English. They even contacted us in advance to confirm our estimated arrival time, allowing us to drop off our luggage before check-in, which was very helpful.
The room was very well maintained and beautifully designed. We especially loved how it blends traditional Japanese elements with modern style. The heated floor in bathroom and living area were a standout feature and made the stay exceptionally comfortable.
Overall, a warm, comfortable, and thoughtfully run hotel—highly recommended for anyone visiting Japan.
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Tat Man
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 52 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Wonderful wonderful property in a wonderful wonderful neighborhood and location. An ideal
place to stay whether it is your first or tenth time visiting Kyoto.
Megat
10.0
/10
Reviewed 101 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Really nice
Daniel
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 122 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
It was as expected/advertised. Beautiful accommodation and area from which to walk to many sites and restaurants. Laundromat around corner (1 min walk). Nice break from hotels. Variety of
Toiletries in lobby if needed. Very quiet area at night which suited us.
Very bright in the morning given historical nature of property (no black out blinds) but that was also fine with us. If you like a brief intro to property then being left alone for your stay this is for you. I tried to contact proprietor by text on first day re problem with the safes (both broken) without a response. However I did not follow up further by telephone as we found our own option for security.
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Tat Man
Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 176 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
Oh my god it was SO NICE! We got the four semi-double bed room upstairs and it was so large - two separate bedrooms. a nice living and dining room area and then a separate traditional tatami room with low tables for dining or games or just sitting around to talk and spend time with each other. The bathroom suite with the modern jacuzzi deep tub was amazing - it may be the biggest room in the entire place. The overall design is a mix of Scandinavian and Japanese design elements with light blond wood. So zen. My kids were so excited when we got there. The place is situated in the most beautiful neighborhood of Kyoto - it’s a historic preservation district and you have to go through entrances to get into that two or three block radius area. A lot of tourists go there to walk around though they say pictures are discouraged. The hosts were wonderful, lovely and responsive. Definitely a highlight of our trip to Japan and staying there is an experience that stays with you for a long, long time. If I was living in Kyoto I would definitely want to live there.
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Madeleine
Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 388 week(s) ago
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Amazing apartment, great service and really good location
caryn
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 437 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
Wonderful! Great location,and service. I would highly recommend this inn.
Friedrich
Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 469 week(s) ago
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it was Absolutely amazing and we (my sister and I) loved it. The Ishibekoji Ryugin is an exquisite Ryokan not to be missed. Not a single complaint!!
Paul
10.0
/10
Reviewed 484 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Located right in the historic area. This lovely Riyokan lets you experience a classic, elegant Japanese environment with all the luxuries of a modern home.
Thomas
with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 486 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
Comfortable and fully equipped room, within walking distance to the ancient temples of Gion district. We would stay here again.
Irene
with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 525 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Warm welcome to a tradition hotel that enhanced and added to the experience we had in the old capital Kyoto.
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Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 540 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
Our family of four stayed here for three nights. The apartment itself is fantastic: comfortable beds, modern and spacious bathroom, lovely traditional Japanese design. The location is also perfect: the neighborhood is quiet and scenic and walking distance to several temples.
However, we didn't feel that the service was worthy of the property. We were looking forward to our stay based on reviews that raved about the warm welcome and exceptional service, but we didn't experience this. There was rarely anyone on the property despite there being a concierge desk in the small lobby, and our limited interactions with the concierge were not warm (we felt awkward, like we were an imposition, when we checked in, made a few requests, and checked out).
In sum, when a hotel/ryokan is so expensive, you expect an impeccable room and exceptional service. Unfortunately, though the property merits the price, we found that the service did not.
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Adele
8.0
/10
Reviewed 550 week(s) ago
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I was traveling with my mother and originally had reservations at another amazingly reviewed ryokan in Gion. However, my mother balked at the idea of a shared bathroom, so I eventually found the Ryugin and am SO DELIGHTED with our experience there. I wanted the experience of staying at Ryokan with the details of a traditional Japanese inn (the tatami mats, the art, the tiny private gardens), but also wanted modern amenities like a luxurious modern bathroom and wifi.
The Ryugin surpassed all our expectations. First of all, if you're looking for an authentic/historic/picturesque experience, its location can't be beat. It's in one of the oldest parts of Gion, accessible only by foot (but a car drop-off is only a short walk away - less than a block), through lovely stone paved lanes lined with gorgeous traditional homes. It's next to historic pathways, lined by traditional shops and Shrines and tea houses of note. And ninnenzaka/sannenzaka (the picture postcard winding streets chockful of sweet/ceramics/fabric shops leading up to Kiyomizudera shrine), is a short, pretty walk away,
The rooms themselves (you get several - a far cry from the usual small quarters of a ryokan) are beautifully appointed, with art nooks and traditional, but comfortable furnishings. The bathroom is luxurious and modern, but the aesthetic is still in keeping with the rest of the ryokan. I
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Wei
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 551 week(s) ago
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This is the place if you are after a true Japanese experience, everything is perfect, bit pricey tho
william
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 568 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
A terrific Ryokan with excellent accomodations and personal service. The manager is very special.
KYUNGYEON
Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 46 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
4인 가족여행 숙소로 최적. 다이닝룸 넓고
Yun
10.0
/10
Reviewed 96 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Very good, maybe they can share WhatsApp info ahead of check-in. We didn’t have Japan phone number so it was not possible to call them.
Ken
4.0
/10
Reviewed 444 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
客室はやや掃除が不十分な箇所も散見され、ベッドは寝具やマットレスの質に問題あるものの、広く快適です。京都らしい風情の立地は最高です。問題は人的サービスで、コンシェルジュと称する女性も常駐しますが、夕方早々に帰ります。その後は誰もスタッフはいなくなります。残念なのは、コンシェルジュも担当者によりサービスにムラがあり、チェックアウト後は、スーツケースも含めて雨の中、荷物は自分で運ばされました。お見送り、ご挨拶もありませんでした。価格相応のサービスを期待すると、やや不満な滞在になる可能性がありそうです。
YunHee
Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 469 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
여자 5명이서 갔는데 화장품에 팩까지 있고 여성용품도 인원수대로 준비해줘서 너무 좋았어요. 위치도 청수사 바로 밑이라 기모노 체험하다가 힘들때 들어와서 쉬기도 하고 정말 좋았네요. 숙소에서 입을 수 있는 옷과 양말까지 제공해줘서 정말정말 좋았고 깨끗하고 아늑하고 또 이용하고 싶을정도로 만족입니다.
Blue
6.0
/10
Reviewed 517 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
호텔외부공간 이나 부대시설이 전혀 없고 심지어 료칸도 5분이사우걸어가야 하며 하루에 1회 이용가능한 공동 목욕탕이므로 참고하세요
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