Kyoto Ryokan The Kinoe offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Yasaka Shrine and Kiyomizu Temple. A hot tub and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Higashiyama Station is 14 minutes and Sanjo Keihan Station is 15 minutes.
Languages
English, Japanese
At a glance
Hotel size
13 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property does not provide vegetarian, halal meals, or gluten free and most dietary restrictions cannot be accommodated.
This property cannot accommodate requests for dietary restrictions. Any special meal requests must be received at least 7 days in advance of arrival. Special requests are not guaranteed to be accommodated.
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
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
On-site parking only available on request
On-site parking is limited
Other information
Designated smoking areas
No alcohol allowed on site
Property amenities
Food and drink
Room service
Water dispenser
What to do
Bike rentals nearby
Services
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Hot tub
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Full-sized fridge/freezer
In-room dining only
More
In-room safe
Tatami (woven mat floors)
Tokonoma (alcove)
Fusuma (room partition)
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 3:00 PM to 8:00 AM.
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.
Parking
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Additional fees may apply to children for items such as extra bedding and meals.
Also known as
Kyoto Ryokan "The KINOE"
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Frequently asked questions
Does Kyoto Ryokan The Kinoe offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Kyoto Ryokan The Kinoe 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 Kyoto Ryokan The Kinoe?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Kyoto Ryokan The Kinoe?
Yes. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Kyoto Ryokan The Kinoe?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at Kyoto Ryokan The Kinoe and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Relax in the hot tub after a day on the slopes or enjoy the use of a garden.
What's the area around Kyoto Ryokan The Kinoe like?
Kyoto Ryokan The Kinoe is in Gion, a short 10-minute walk from Gion-shijo Station and 13 minutes' walk from Kiyomizu Temple. Travellers give top marks for the ryokan's prime location.
Kyoto Ryokan The Kinoe Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
4 November 2024
Pleasant stay
Very nice traditional Japanese hotel that provided a beautiful experirence.
Kai
Kai, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
20 October 2024
Lisa
Lisa, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 October 2024
Poh Hong
Poh Hong, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
15 September 2024
Francis
Francis, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
5 September 2024
We enjoyed our stay at this Ryokan. It was very conveniently located, room was spacious and the staff were attentive.
Kyla
Kyla, 2-night family trip
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6/10 Good
4 September 2024
mandana
mandana, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 September 2024
This is a very traditional hotel. We slept on tatami and ate the Kaiseki dinner in our room. It’s a rather expensive stay but we got to try it.
Cynthia
Cynthia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 August 2024
Maximilian
Maximilian, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 August 2024
Awesome ryokan experience with Kaiseki dinner.
Chih-Chung
Chih-Chung, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 August 2024
Great location. Very clean. The staff and service is excellent
Eric
Eric, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
5 August 2024
Our family had a great experience staying at Ryokan Kinoe. It has all the traditional Japanese accommodations. Large rooms, tatami floors, Japanese kimono/ robes, experience public bath if you want but each room has it’s own bath, shower & separate toilet. Very quiet area but walking distance to Gion/ downtown area of Kyoto, temples & shrines. The traditional Japanese meal/ dinner is also a must experience! Excellent place to stay & the staff is very friendly & helpful. Highly recommended!
Pia
Pia, 3-night family trip
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6/10 Good
5 August 2024
Air conditioning didn’t work in room and room had scratch marks on the wall. Doesn’t have laundry machines so couldn’t clean clothes after being outside in the heat all day
Joshua
Joshua, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
30 July 2024
Great location! The staff was very helpful throughout our stay. The traditional Japanese tatami-style rooms provided us with a great experience for our family.
Fabio
Fabio, 5-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
29 July 2024
Amazing place! Great way to experience Japan.
Luz
Luz, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
27 July 2024
Excellent Ryokan experience
Excellent experience for my teenager, who loves Japanese culture; the check in was excellent, very personal and made us feel special ad welcome; the room was spacious and typical of a Ryokan with tatami floor and futon; service in front desk and in restaurant was awesome, highly recommended.
Jorge
Jorge, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
27 July 2024
Titus
Titus, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 July 2024
Great location - excellent
Pascale
Pascale, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
12 July 2024
Jonathan
Jonathan, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair
6 July 2024
This is definitely a no for me. Not clean enough and the quality of food and accommodation is far from what I have paid for. I do not recommend it.
People are nice though.
Masoud
Masoud, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 July 2024
Delicious dinner and wonderful service
This was a beautiful and clean Ryoksn hotel - the food for dinner was wonderful and the service so friendly. The futons were not the most comfortable to sleep on but the room was very spacious with an alcove for sitting (but only two actual chairs). The onsen was small and not the most aesthetic, but fortunately was alone in the bath.
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 July 2024
Wentao
Wentao, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 July 2024
Luong
Luong, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 July 2024
Wentao
Wentao, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
29 June 2024
This ryokan has very nice and spacious rooms and friendly staff. The public bath is a bit small but there are not many guests at the ryokan so it was not a problem. The breakfast is tasty and has quite a few options.
Antonia
Antonia, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 June 2024
Quiet and clean property. We got to experience a traditional Japanese-style room. Lobby was a little warm but the room was cool and comfortable. Room was spacious for our family of 4 (2 adults and 2 teens). Property was close to many sites and shopping areas. The staff were very helpful. We left our phone in an Uber and the hotel staff were so helpful in getting the phone back for us. Would definitely stay here again.