Discover traditional charm at Yunoyado SYOUEI, where you can unwind in the indoor public bath or stroll through the serene garden. Indulge in a rejuvenating massage, connect to WiFi, and enjoy Japanese cuisine at the restaurant. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
When you stay at Yunoyado SYOUEI, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Kawaramachi Street and Shijo Street. Guests indulge in massages, then grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: Tanbaguchi Station is 6 minutes and Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station is 7 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
31 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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 18
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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
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite parking available only on request
Free onsite self parking
Property amenities
Food and drink
Japanese breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–8:30 AM
Restaurant
Coffee shop
Snack bar/deli
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Bathrobes and slippers
Children's robes
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Electronic bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
Services include massages. Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath (no minerals) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men and women areas.
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
Japanese breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 1500 for adults and JPY 1500 for children
Parking
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Guests with tattoos are not able 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.
Also known as
Ryokan Shoei
Kyoto Shoei
Kyoto Ryokan Shoei
Yunoyado SYOUEI Kyoto
Yunoyado SYOUEI Ryokan
Yunoyado SYOUEI Ryokan Kyoto
Frequently asked questions
Does Yunoyado SYOUEI offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Yunoyado SYOUEI 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 Yunoyado SYOUEI?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Yunoyado SYOUEI?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Yunoyado SYOUEI?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Yunoyado SYOUEI and nearby?
Yunoyado SYOUEI has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Yunoyado SYOUEI?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Yunoyado SYOUEI like?
Yunoyado SYOUEI is a short 6-minute walk from Tanbaguchi Station and 17 minutes' walk from Shijo Street.
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Reviews
Yunoyado SYOUEI Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
9.8
Cleanliness
7.6
Location
9.6
Staff & service
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was described as nice, wonderful, excellent, copious, and amazing, with Japanese style options available. (6 reviews)
The onsen and massage services were highly praised for their quality and comfort. (4 reviews)
The onsen had great indoor and outdoor hot pools with jacuzzi and saunas, offering a comfortable bathing experience. (3 reviews)
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2026
Very nice hotel, great dinning. Very good breakfast.
Pierre
Pierre, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 13, 2025
Friendly staff, nice rooms that are clean, amazing Onsen, great breakfast!! Would come back!
Adam
Adam, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 10, 2026
I cannot stress enough how much I loved our stay! The public baths are BEYOND anything I could have imagined. We stayed for 2 nights, and I used the facilities 4 times! They are also tattoo friendly! The rooms are adorable and are cleaned daily. The staff was very helpful and there was really no issue with the language barrier. I wish I could stay in this place honestly, FOREVER! I cannot recommend ENOUGH!!:)
Briana
Briana, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 19, 2026
The service and the onset were fantastic. Absolutely a joy.
Pia
Pia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 15, 2025
Such a fun stay. The room was cleaned each day of our stay and the amenities were so wonderful. Not a far walk from a train station and there were a handful of restaurants a short walk away. Staff was very quick and efficient with accommodations and requests and they thoroughly explained all the amenities they had to offer.
The best value for a hotel and onsen in Kyoto. We loved the restaurant and bathhouse. Nothing better than walking 30k steps and coming back to this hotel to relax in the spacious rooms, hot bath and tea room. Staff is friendly. It's a bit out of the way, and a decent walk from any train station, but the 8 minute walk from station to front door is worth every step.
Kevin
Kevin, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 30, 2025
Great place and location
Fabulous stay; excellent clean room, comfortable and a friendly team. Good location.
Tania
Tania, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 7, 2025
The property is fantastic for a truly traditional Japanese stay, meal, onsen, massage experience!! Staff went above and beyond!
Rebecca
Rebecca, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2023
Great place to stay in traditional Japanese tatami room.
Laura
Laura, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Sep 16, 2025
Authentic Japanese hotel with awesome sento facilities. Breakfast is Japanese food, no western option. This hotel is not close to public transportation or any tourist destination. Rooms were good sized and well appointed. The beds are floor mats and comfortable.
Diane
Diane, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 1, 2025
Very Nice room
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 21, 2025
Very nice facility, located in a quiet residential neighborhood. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was excellent, onsen was very clean. A bit of a walk to the nearest train station and convenience store, but not bad at all. Would stay here again if ever in Kyoto.
Eric
Eric, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 19, 2024
Loved our stay here at the Kyoto Ryokan Shoei. Everything was perfect here was perfect and the staff was exceptional. There was something here for the whole family to enjoy.
Angela
Angela, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2025
This was exactly what we wanted. We got the traditional Japanese experience in Kyoto. The transit was a small walk through a quiet and safe neighborhood. They had a restaurant that we ate at and a nice traditional Japanese breakfast. The small beds on the floor were a surprise to us all how comfortable they were. Loved this experience!
Brian
Brian, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2024
Wonderful traditional stay in Kyoto!
This ryokan was beautiful, new and modern but in a traditional way. Love the two different onsens that changes daily. The food at their restaurant was great and conveniently located at the facilities as well. Their breakfast is wonderful too!
Sandra
Sandra, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 13, 2024
Veey nice and quiet neighborhood. We got a good experience of Riyokan style.
Krishnakumar
Krishnakumar, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 26, 2023
Staff was really nice. Truly got a traditional experience!
Leonard
Leonard, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2024
This place was wonderful on every level. It was traditional, peaceful, great onsen, wonderful restauaranr, friendly staff, etc. it’s a gem!
Arisa
Arisa, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 17, 2023
This stay was every bit as good as advertised. The onsen facilities were top notch. Staff was terrific. Our room was cleaned and set every day. Loved our time at Shoei.
Nathaniel
Nathaniel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2024
Best Ryokan, bed and onsen!
If you are looking for a ryokan, this is the place! Amazing service and great location near bus and train stations.
The onsen was amazing and tattoo friendly. They even had a cold tub (perfect for the summer or after the sauna).
I was worried to sleep ryokan style bed, but it was actually the most comfortable of the trip!
Tyler
Tyler, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 18, 2024
This is the second time in 5 years we stayed at this property. It is fantastic. Clean, safe, easy access to pubic transit. Staff is excellent.
Mike
Mike, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2024
ryokan Shoei.
Hotel was modern but decorated as a traditional Ryokan. The onsen was very good.
Good experience
The name of the hotel on the outside is different so can be difficult to find.
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 12, 2024
Nice Ryokan. A little bit far from the main stress. Staffs are very helpful and friendly
Phuong
Phuong, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2025
My daughter and I stayed here for one night and stayed in the Japanese style room. It was very comfortable and we had the traditional breakfast in the morning. The food was ok it wasn't to my daughters liking, but I enjoyed mine. The only negative I could say is that Expedia did not inform us of the extra $90CAD we had to pay for the Tourist Tax.
Apart from that the staff are very friendly and helpful, and the hotel is very clean and well maintained.