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Luxury Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, Garden View (10+4 Tatami Mats) | View from room
Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom (8-10 Tatami Mats) | 1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, individually decorated
Luxury Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, Garden View (10+4 Tatami Mats) | 1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, individually decorated

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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467 Nishitachibana-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 6050907
  • Kawaramachi Street
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Nishiki Market
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Kiyomizu Temple
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom (8-10 Tatami Mats)

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom (8-10 Tatami Mats) | 1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom (8-10 Tatami Mats)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

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Family Room 12 Tatami Mats with Twin Bed Room | 1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Room 12 Tatami Mats with Twin Bed Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Single Beds and 5 Single Futons

View all photos for Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom (6-8 Tatami Mats)

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom (6-8 Tatami Mats) | 1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom (6-8 Tatami Mats)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons

View all photos for Luxury Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, Garden View (10+4 Tatami Mats)

Luxury Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, Garden View (10+4 Tatami Mats) | 1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, Garden View (10+4 Tatami Mats)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

Deluxe Family Room, 2 single beds + 3 futon, Private bathroom, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Single Futons and 2 Single Beds

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About this property

Seikoro Ryokan

Ryokan with free parking, a short walk to Kawaramachi Street
Concierge services, a garden and gift shops/newsstands are available at this ryokan. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a front desk safe.
Seikoro Ryokan offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary slippers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature down duvets. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath, toilets with an electronic bidet, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
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 3:30 PM to midnight.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Seikoro Ryokan. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Kawaramachi Street. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus breakfast (surcharge).
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, a gift shop and a lift
  • Just a 5-minute walk from Kawaramachi Street and 14 minutes on foot from Pontocho Alley
As a guest of Seikoro Ryokan, you'll find gift shops/newsstands, a garden, and concierge services. Public spaces have free WiFi. Seikoro Ryokan also features room service (during limited hours), a front desk safe, and a lift. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Kyoto ryokan.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: JPY 4,400 per person
  • Kaiseki meal

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Public bath open from 3:30 PM - midnight
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 6 floors
  • Built in 1901
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter
  • Extra futon (surcharge)
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • In-room dining only
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Tokonoma (alcove)
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check in from 3:00 PM to 7:30 PM and 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out fee: JPY 3000

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately JPY 4400 per person
  • Late check-out fee: JPY 3000
  • Futon bed fee: JPY 11000 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 bath facility
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 9:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • Set meals are served in guestrooms only (no menus or public dining).
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities.

Property is also known as

Ryokan Seikoro
Seikoro
Seikoro Kyoto
Seikoro Ryokan
Seikoro Ryokan Kyoto
Seikoro Hotel Kyoto
Seikoro Ryokan Kyoto
Seikoro Ryokan Ryokan
Seikoro Ryokan Ryokan Kyoto

Seikoro Ryokan Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 263 out of 324 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 324 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 324 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 324 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 324 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Haejin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I was quite disappointed with my stay at this Ryokan. Contrary to what I was led to believe, the multi-course kaiseki dinner was not included in the booking. In fact, no one ever asked if I wanted to include it. Had I known, I absolutely would have added it, as the kaiseki dinner is often considered the highlight of the Ryokan experience—especially since I paid nearly $1,400 USD for the stay. While all the staff were extremely kind and courteous, the overall experience didn’t justify the price. Aside from the traditional Japanese breakfast and the old-style public bath, there wasn’t much to set this apart from other hotels I’ve stayed in—many of which offered similar amenities, including Japanese robes (yukata), at a much more reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

SANGHYUN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This facility
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One night stay and felt welcomed by all staff. The service was excellent and our room attendant(s) were wonderful. The dinner and breakfast were both delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved our stay at the ryokan. The staff go above and beyond to make sure you enjoy yourself, and the hospitality we experienced really made the trip. From serving our dinner to setting up our beds for the night, they were friendly, respectful, and really made sure we were relaxing and enjoying ourselves. Our room was quite large and included our own bath and sitting area. We had a view of the back garden. It was clean and comfortable. We chose to have the kaiseki dinner (additional cost), which they served in our room. The Kaiseki dinner we got was delicious and I loved how they explained each course to us. There is a public bath in the ryokan, which we took advantage of a few times. I only encountered two people the whole time we were there, and it felt like it was my own private bathhouse. All in all was a wonderful experience and would love to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Joshua

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an amazing experience. Wife and I loved the culture and learned a lot. I would have loved to put 5 stars but… there was black mold all over our shower room. The black mold was in the wood on the ceiling, walls, near the tub, etc. Which made it stink of mildew and is actually a safety hazard. It’s in serious need of replacing all the wood because you cant just scrub it out; when black mold is in wood, it’s EVERYWHERE. Otherwise, the staff was VERY lovely and welcoming, the food was amazing, and the view and aesthetics were everything you could ask for to feel like you’re living in a traditional Japanese setting. Would definitely come back one day, hopefully they have the mold issue fixed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sri, Dallas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at Seikoro for 2 nights - we had the best time. The highlights were the breakfast and close proximity to Gion, subway, and tourist spots. But what made this place special was the amazing staff! They were warm, welcoming and attentive. They helped make reservations and anticipated all our needs. Highly recommend a stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frédéric

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional service, staff was very kind and warm
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everyone was so helpful. Loved entering the Ryoksn and then having hot tea delivered to our room
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and wonderful stay. The staff were amazing and went out of their way to accommodate.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

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

A treat of history and culture

We splurge and glad we did. This was one of the highlight of our trip to Japan. We could have booked a cheaper place but wanted the real deal.... and we were not disappointed. The architecture was authentically exquisite, the service like no other place in the world (we have been most everywhere), the food 1st class, and the bath a real joy. We were so happy. Our memories of this place will last a lifetime.
Everything branch and leaf was in its place
The entrance
Go through the doors back in time to a different era.
Breakfast - we order one Japanese and one Western
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

alessandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a real gem, very typical and well kept. The staff is incredibly caring and kind. The food is very good and the onsen very nice. Definitely recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

The real McCoy

Seikoro Ryokan is truly unique. After 23 business trips to Japan over the last decade, I finally took a vacation trip with my wife to see what I had missed. We decided inKyoto to stay at a traditional Ryokan as opposed to the normally outstanding Japanese major hotels. We made the right decision. This was an ethereal 3 days in every way, room was awesome, the breakfasts and one Kaiseki dinner was sublime and service was over the top. This was as an authentic experience as can be had. It was absolutely worth taking my shoes off every time we walked in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing

Amazing stay in Kyoto. The most hospitable staff I have ever met. Can’t recommend this place enough as a stay in Kyoto. We would happily stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ahmed

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Best hospitality

The hospitality here was on another level, staff was so sweet and lovely. Anytime we came in or out of the ryokan, they would help us take out/put away our shoes. And when we left, the staff walked us out and waited until we were out of sight to go back in! I would def come back for a longer stay next time
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lap Fan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff in this ryokan is very helpful and friendly. The location is ideal for visiting Gion. The property is clean, and the staff can communicate well in English, I highly recommend this place for international travelers.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

zarrish

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Traditional living experience. Great service but a little far from ‘attractions’ . Easy commute via train/ taxi
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff here is extremely friendly and welcoming. They make you feel like royalty. I wish I stayed longer. Such a unique experience, I highly recommend it. The place is very unique as well and gives you an old Japan vibe. If I’m ever back in Kyoto, I’d stay here in a heartbeat! Thank you Seikoro!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tzu

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was definitely an unique cultural experience. I highly recommend it. We were immediately greeted by the nicest and most considerate staff. Our room was spacious and the private bath suite was key. We also had the Japanese set breakfast meticulously served in our room. Overall an excellent stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yooshin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024