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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Ryokan Uemura in Kyoto offers air-conditioning, tatami floors, and free WiFi. Each room includes a hairdryer, free toiletries, and a seating area. Shared bathrooms are available. Convenient Facilities: Guests can enjoy free toiletries, a seating area, and a shared bathroom. The property provides air-conditioning, a hairdryer, and free WiFi. Prime Location: Located less than 1 km from Gion Shijo Station and a 13-minute walk to Kiyomizu-dera Temple. Itami Airport is 46 km away. Nearby attractions include Samurai Kembu Kyoto and Shoren-in Temple. Guest Highlights: Guests appreciate the friendly host, convenient location, rich history, and cultural experiences.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Sebastian
Australia
“Very traditional experience but flexible to overseas visitors. Unfortunately no smoking area and rather cramped. Host was very kind and accommodating. Area is so old fashioned and strict, not to mention hot and crowded with tourists, which made it...” - Elien
Belgium
“Our host was so kind and helpful. He gave us some nice tips in the area and helped us find an amazing sushi place. The building and area felt really authentic and close to some nice hotspots.” - Luis
Germany
“Omira san was very kind. It all looks very original” - Keishia
Australia
“The Ryokan was absolute gorgeous, super clean, comfortable bedding and an authentic and traditional experience. Our host was lovely, friendly, helpful and accomodating. We loved our house and bathroom slippers and garden views. It was...” - Brendan
Ireland
“Great location, a few minutes walk to lots of restaurants and bars; host was very friendly and helpful; very clean and well stocked with all needs.” - Marina
Germany
“Kyoto paradise! We had the most wonderful stay at Ryokan Uemura. Super peaceful atmosphere at the heart of Kyoto old town. Room very spacious, clean and with all the amenities we needed. Mr. Uemura spoke really good English and had a great map...” - Martina
Czech Republic
“I have enjoyed this traditional place to stay. The host was very nice and kind. Very cosy place. I would love to come back.” - Viktoriia
Indonesia
“Very nice hospitality from owner of the house Mr Uemura, classic japanese ryokan experience with more than 100 years building history. Perfect location in Gion” - Bethany
New Zealand
“The owner was so lovely! He gave me a heat pack every time I went out in the evening and made sure I was well looked after! The location was beautiful and I really felt like I got to experience a traditional Japanese house!” - Oscar
Colombia
“The owner of the accommodation was very attentive and friendly and also sells delicious desserts. The location is excellent and the place is very beautiful and immersive.”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
The property has a curfew at 22:00. Guests cannot enter or leave the hotel after this time.
You must inform the hotel in advance what time you plan to check in. If your check-in time changes, please update the hotel.
Please inform Ryokan Uemura 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.