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Kyoto Watazen Ryokan

3.5 star property
City-center ryokan within walking distance of Nishiki Market

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Experience the essence of Kyoto at Watazen Ryokan, where traditional charm meets modern comfort. Unwind in the indoor public bath or spa tub, and enjoy local cuisine for breakfast. With a convenience store on site, luggage storage, and helpful staff nearby Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Hot tub
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • Convenience store
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Japanese Style Room with Private Bath, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Japanese Style Room with Shower Booth, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Japanese Style Room with Shower Booth, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Japanese Style Room with Shower Booth, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Japanese Style Room with Private Bath, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Japanese Style Room with Private Bath, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Rokkakku - sagaru, Yanaginobaba, Nakagyo - ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 604-8113

What's nearby

  • Nishiki Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Shijo Street - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kawaramachi Street - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Pontocho Alley - 8 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 64 min drive
  • Kobe Airport (UKB) - 103 min drive
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 109 min drive
  • Karasuma Station - 9 min walk
  • Kyoto Kawaramachi Station - 10 min walk
  • Shijo Station - 10 min walk
  • Karasuma Oike Station - 10 min walk
  • Shiyakusho-mae Station - 11 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 13 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Weekenders Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪むらじ - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Common Well - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria Marita - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪どどんと英 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Kyoto Watazen Ryokan

You'll be in a fantastic location at Kyoto Watazen Ryokan, just a 5-minute walk from Nishiki Market and Shijo Street. Guests can enjoy the hot tub, and local cuisine breakfast is available daily. Also, Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley are within just a 10-minute walk. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: Karasuma Oike Station is 10 minutes and Shiyakusho-mae Station is 11 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 24 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 20
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 20
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No onsite parking
    • Offsite parking within 164 ft (JPY 2500 per day)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–8:30 AM

Traveling with children

  • Grocery/convenience store

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Hot tub

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath (no minerals) and a yukata (Japanese robe).

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Sakura Quality, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 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.

Optional extras

  • Local cuisine breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 1650 for adults and JPY 1650 for children

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs JPY 2500 per day (164 ft away)

Policies

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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite 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.
Japanese futons are provided based on the number of adults in the reservation.

Also known as

Kyoto Ryokan Watazen
Kyoto Watazen
Kyoto Watazen Ryokan
Ryokan Watazen
Watazen
Watazen Kyoto
Watazen Ryokan
Watazen Ryokan Kyoto
Watazen Hotel Kyoto
Kyoto Watazen Ryokan Kyoto
Kyoto Watazen Ryokan Ryokan
Kyoto Watazen Ryokan Ryokan Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Does Kyoto Watazen Ryokan offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Kyoto Watazen Ryokan 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Kyoto Watazen Ryokan?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Kyoto Watazen Ryokan?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Kyoto Watazen Ryokan.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Kyoto Watazen Ryokan?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at Kyoto Watazen Ryokan and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Kyoto Watazen Ryokan also has a hot tub.

What's the area around Kyoto Watazen Ryokan like?

Kyoto Watazen Ryokan is in Downtown Kyoto, a short 9-minute walk from Karasuma Station and 2 minutes' walk from Nishiki Market.

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Reviews

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9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Traditional Japanese breakfasts were huge, delicious, and a great way to try new foods. (15 reviews)
  • The hot public bath was a wonderful spot to relax and unwind, enjoyed privately each night. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

The room was great and had a very authentic ryokan feel. The onsen downstairs was also nice and tattoo friendly! The staff were all friendly and helpful. Great place to stay in Kyoto.
Jesse, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Best place to stay. Breakfast was amazing! I loved the friendly staff.
Thang, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Unbelievably great services, amazing food, brilliant staff
KING TIN RAPHAEL, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

we had a great time here, the place was really well located, the staff was friendly and helpful, it was very comfortable. The hot bath was a huge plus.
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a beautiful property with great amenities. we loved this traditional Japanese ryokan and the breakfast served was very good. The area was also very convenient to shopping, restaurants and scenic places.
Joseph, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A fantastic traditional experience, but also very accessible for tourists. We loved the hospitality, food and location. Would recommend for sure.
William, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location and the traditional Japanese ryokan experience every traveler should have! Get the breakfast, it was delicious. Excellent service.
mary, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We felt very welcomed. Amazing hospitality. Room service at its best and great treats! Hotel is very clean. Hotel bath is spotless and relaxing. Food is very tasty.
Sezin, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This was a wonderful, authentic stay! The staff was incredible as was the traditional Japanese breakfast each morning. We felt like we experienced a true ryokan experience and we are so glad we chose this route. Highly recommend the public bath for a hot soak too!
John, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Charming stay in a great location

We loved our stay in this charming ryokan. Great location and only a block from Nishiki market. The service was friendly and helpful and they were very welcoming of our two small children. We had a lot of fun trying the traditional Japanese futons, baths and amazing breakfast.
Ross, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff are amazing and make the futon bed for you! Traditional Japanese breakfast was memorable. Tea ceremony was a nice touch upon arrival!
Phoebe, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was a great experience to stay in a traditional inn. And we loved the traditional breakfast. The public bath was very clean and relaxing after a long day seeing the sights. Location was very central and easy to walk to many different areas. Staff was extremely welcoming and helpful and I would stay here again if I could!
Linda, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was fantastic to experience a more traditional Japanese style accommodation. The futon beds were really comfortable. Trying the Japanese breakfast was well worth it and the fried tofu in miso was delicious. It is great to find accommodation who goes above and beyond to be sustainable. The staff are very helpful and friendly.
Alice, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

All the staff were very helpful and polite. Ms Hiroko especially went above and behond to assist us and we appreciate it. Beds were comfortable and traditional japanese breakfast was excellent
Jin Jin, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was absolutely wonderful. The staff was so helpful and accommodating. The best ramen I’ve ever had in Japan is also 50 metres down the street. Amazing service and value!
James, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Mr Kata at the front deak is very helpful and courteous. Clean Ryokan with wonderful kaiseki breakfast.
Helene, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a charming historic ryokan. We loved the traditional breakfast we had each morning and the kaiseki dinner on our last night. The onsen is also terrific. The location truly can’t be beat. We were easily able to walk to almost all of the places we wanted to visit. There are great bakeries, coffee shops and cafes just steps away. And finally the staff here is the best! They went above and beyond to welcome us and share a bit of Japanese culture with us. Highly recommend.
Hilary, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location near Nishiki market. Cost efficient for a group of 5, 18 years old boys. Sleeping arrangement was fun and the onsen was clean and enjoyable. While we were out, the staff lay out the futons and they hung dry our wet clothes. Thank you for the hospitality!
Andrew, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I was not sure of the place at first by seeing the pictures. But it was very nice and the people were very friendly. The place was very clean and we were very comfortable. The spot to be. Everything is walking distance
vida, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Too small no place to put anything Staff very friendly Facility outdated
Francesca, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was the first time I stayed in a Ryokan. The etiquette and professionalism of the staff was above expectations. The Kaiseki dinner was good as any fine-dining experience I've had. The explanation of ingredient and preparation of each course was total bliss. Traditional Kyoto meals which focuses on the ingredients more than strong savoriness was perfect for my palette and soul. And I thank the elegant gentleman who greeted us and the young lady who explained the ryokan for being so gentle and professional. This ryokan stay made my Kyoto stay worthwhile.
chang, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Welcoming staff guided us through the traditional ryokan experience. We used the onsen once and had it all to ourselves. The traditional Japanese breakfasts were HUGE and delicious - a great way for me and my family to try foods we may not have otherwise. We stayed 4 nights and each days’ breakfasts were different. Some reviewers complained about the breakfasts being too small - I think that is because they didn’t purchase the full breakfast, which does cost more and is worth it. The hotel was a very short walk to Nishiki market. Convenient location and yet it was also very quiet. Would definitely stay again.
Jeracah, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This was the best place I stayed durung my first visit to Japan. I traveled throughout the country, and no place was better. It reminded me of staying at my grandmother's home when I was younger. The staff was especially kind and helpful. The bath was clean and relaxing. I especially felt honored by the formal welcome from the staff. They had a lady welcome me at the room and prepare green tea for me as she explained the facility. I had never stayed in a ryokan before, and my stay here was a great experience. Thank you all for enriching my life. Also, thank you for a restful place for during my tiring travels. I felt blessed to be there.
Alex, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and Ryuken.
Ali, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful traditional ryokan stay.
Miguel, 2-night trip