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Ishicho

4.0 star property
City-center ryokan within easy reach of Nijō Castle

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Tucked away near Kawaramachi Street, Ishicho offers a serene retreat with an indoor public bath and hot springs on site. Savor local cuisine breakfast, unwind in the coffee shop or explore the nearby Heian Shrine. With free in-room WiFi and helpful staff highly praised by guests.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Hot springs
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Feel at home (6)

  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping

Why we love this property

Ryokan cafe comforts
Local culinary traditions take center stage at this ryokan's cafe. Morning hunger pangs find satisfaction in the traditional Japanese breakfast offerings.
Tranquil soaking awaits
Embrace Japanese ryokan charm with a deep soaking bathtub in every room. Plush down comforters ensure cozy, peaceful slumber all night long.
Business meets bliss
Located in the city center, this ryokan offers meeting rooms for productivity and hot springs for relaxation. Guests can enjoy karaoke after business hours.

Room options

View all photos for Oyado Ishicho Tower - Japanese Room

Oyado Ishicho Tower - Japanese Room | Living area | TV

Oyado Ishicho Tower - Japanese Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Down duvet
Toilet with electronic bidet
Deep soaking bathtub
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Twin Futons

View all photos for Ishicho Shogikuen Tower - Japanese Room

Ishicho Shogikuen Tower - Japanese Room | Down comforters, in-room safe, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Ishicho Shogikuen Tower - Japanese Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Down duvet
Toilet with electronic bidet
Deep soaking bathtub
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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About the neighborhood

Map
Kawaramachi Dori Takeya Higashi Iru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 604-0901

What's nearby

  • Kawaramachi Street - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kiyamachi Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pontocho Alley - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Nishiki Market - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 60 min drive
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 97 min drive
  • Jingu-marutamachi Station - 6 min walk
  • Sanjo Station - 12 min walk
  • Kyoto Kawaramachi Station - 18 min walk
  • Shiyakusho-mae Station - 7 min walk
  • Marutamachi Station - 13 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 13 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Chapter The Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Locanda/The Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪SCHOOL BUS COFFEE STOP KYOTO - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪たけむら - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪ナグネコプテギ - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Ishicho

Ishicho puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley. Also, Kyoto Imperial Palace and Kyoto University are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Shiyakusho-mae Station is 7 minutes and Marutamachi Station is 13 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 112 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • 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
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

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

    • Uncovered onsite self parking (JPY 1000 per night)
    • Uncovered onsite extended parking (JPY 1000 per night)
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–8:30 AM
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Hot springs
  • Karaoke

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Slippers
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Alarm clock
  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

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). These services feature separate men and women areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM. There are hot springs on site.

Fee & policy details

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.
  • A bathing tax, collected at the property, may be charged. The bathing tax applies to properties with hot springs and ranges from JPY 150-500 per person, per night based on local regulations. Please note that further exemptions may apply.

Optional extras

  • Local cuisine breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 1650 per person

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for JPY 3000.0 per stay

Parking

  • Uncovered self parking costs JPY 1000 per night
  • Uncovered extended parking costs JPY 1000 per night
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility

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 smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
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.
Guests who wish to book breakfast are encouraged to contact the property 2 days before arrival to pre-book it.

Also known as

Ishicho
Oyado Ishicho
Oyado Ishicho Inn
Oyado Ishicho Inn Kyoto
Oyado Ishicho Kyoto
Ishicho Inn Kyoto
Ishicho Inn
Ishicho Kyoto
Ishicho Kyoto
Ishicho Ryokan
Ishicho Ryokan Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Does Ishicho offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Ishicho 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 Ishicho?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Ishicho?

Yes. Self parking costs JPY 1000 per night. Extended parking costs JPY 1000 per night. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ishicho?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at Ishicho and nearby?

Onsite recreation at Ishicho includes hot springs.

Does Ishicho have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

What's the area around Ishicho like?

Ishicho is in Downtown Kyoto, a short 7-minute walk from Shiyakusho-mae Station and 12 minutes' walk from Pontocho Alley.

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