Yuzuya Ryokan - Adult Only

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Scored 9.2
Rated superb

Excellent location!

9.7

Property highlights

Experience world-class service at Yuzuya Ryokan - Adult Only

Yuzuya Ryokan is a luxurious 5-star hotel located in the famous Gion of Kyoto, steps from the Yasaka Shrine. It features Japanese-style accommodation with traditional multi-course meals and free WiFi. Guestrooms at Ryokan Yuzuya feature antique furnishings and seasonal wildflowers arrangements. All rooms include tatami (woven straw) floors and traditional futon bedding. Guests can relax to the scent of Japanese citron as they soak in the warm public baths. English-speaking staff will be able to assist with sightseeing arrangements. Isshinkyo Restaurant serves lunch and traditional Japanese dinners. Yuzuya Ryokan is a 10-minute walk from the Chion-in Temple and Chorakuji Temple. It is a 10-minute walk from Gion Shijo Train Station and a 5-minute drive from Kennin-ji Temple.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Garden
  • Heating

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Situated in the best rated area in 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

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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Mark
Canada Canada
“Magical experience, exceeded our expectations, amazing service and breakfasts!”
Bruce
Switzerland Switzerland
“Located very central, beautiful interior, lovely and friendly employee!”
Sarah
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“From the moment you arrive, they treat you so well. They took my bag up to my room while I checked in, then showed and explained everything to me. The room is gorgeous and really well set up. Dinner is out of this world, hard to even explain!...”
Keiran
Australia Australia
“Delicious breakfast, lovely room and ryokan courtyard and restaurant. All of it was fantastic and very authentic. The onsen was also very relaxing and a highlight.”
Idangoor
Israel Israel
“This ryokan was truly one of the highlights of our trip. The room was stunning—spacious and thoughtfully designed, with separate areas for the bedroom and living room, plus a balcony overlooking the lively main street. The staff were warm,...”
Veronica
Canada Canada
“I had dinner and breakfast during my stay at Yuzuya Ryokan, and the food was incredible. The ingredients were top quality and super tasty. I highly recommend eating here! The location is superb and easy to get to via bus - being right beside the...”
Richard
Australia Australia
“The service, the space and food were amazing! And the bonus on top was that it was in the best location with restaurants along the street and the shrine right next door :)”
Dimitri
France France
“We had a wonderful experience at the Yuzuya Ryokan. The establishment has an authentic charm that takes us on a journey into Japanese culture. Everything is luxury, calm and voluptuousness. The Japanese-style rooms are pleasant and comfortable...”
Justin
Gibraltar Gibraltar
“Set just next to Yasaka-jinja, the location of this ryokan is perfect. I cannot recommend this stay more, particularly for those looking for a traditional ryokan experience. The staff were lovely, food delicious, and the rooms were exceptionally...”
Dee
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The traditional experience but made approachable. Such a beautiful ryokan and a very lovely team running it. The food is out of this world.”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
一心居
  • Cuisine
    Japanese
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Traditional

House rules

Yuzuya Ryokan - Adult Only takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 18:00
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 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 00:00 and 06:00
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBNICOSUCUnionPay credit card Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 06:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Children 13 years and younger cannot be accommodated at this property.

Guests arriving after check-in hours (19:00) must inform the property in advance. If the property is not informed, the booking may be treated as a no show. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

If you wish to check-out before 08:00, please inform the property in advance.

Please note that dinner is not served after 19:00, even upon reservation. Breakfast is only provided from 07:30 until 08:30.

Meals need to be reserved at least 1 day in advance. Guests who cannot eat raw seafood need to notify the property 3 day in advance, as well. Please note, the property cannot accept any special requests for meals.

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 Yuzuya Ryokan - Adult Only 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.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 06:00:00.

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

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.