Immerse yourself in Japanese traditions at Seikoro Ryokan, centrally located in Kyoto with easy access to popular attractions.
Unwind in Comfort and Style
Enjoy the serene garden views, complimentary wireless internet, concierge services, and in-room dining, creating a relaxing and convenient stay.
Explore Kyoto's Rich Culture
With key landmarks like Kawaramachi Street, Sanjusangen-do Temple, and Pontocho Alley within walking distance, delve into the heart of Kyoto's vibrant heritage.
Don't miss out on a memorable stay at Seikoro Ryokan - book now for an authentic and luxurious experience in Kyoto!
✦HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS
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Traditional feel
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Welcoming staff
At the hotel
Popular amenities
15 listed
Bicycle rentals nearby
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Concierge service
Designated smoking area
Elevator
Free self parking
Free WiFi
Front desk (limited hours)
Garden
Gift shops or newsstand
View all amenities
Dining & drinks
Kaiseki meal
Getting around & access
Parking (limited spaces)
Wheelchair accessible
Guest services
Luggage storage
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Review in focus
113 reviews
10/ 10
Fabulous traditional breakfast. Great service.
Gina · 2025-09-19
The guest experience
Loved most
Traditional feel
Welcoming staff
How guests scored the stay
Service9.8
The owner and staff are all so welcoming. They tend to every single detail servicing us.
Overall Experience9.8
Would highly recommend it to anyone traveling near Kyoto!
Location9.3
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Cleanliness9.3
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage9.3
Fabulous traditional breakfast and authentic Kaiseki dinner.
Amenities9.3
We enjoyed the hot spring every day.
Room Quality9.3
Overall, it was a wonderful stay for us at the traditional Ryokan!
Value for Money9.2
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Live guest feedback
Guest reviews
Mixed experiences
90% of 20 recent stays rated 8+
Definitely stay here for traditional feel
10/10
Gina · 2025-09-19
“Fabulous traditional breakfast. Great service. ”
Highly recommended place to stay in Kyoto
10/10
QIUFANG · 2025-09-07
“The owner and staff are all so welcoming. They tend to every single details servicing us. The daily Japanese sweets are my favorite. We enjoyed the hot spring every day. Highly recommend it. ”
Guest review
10/10
Chen Nee · family · 2025-07-17
“Overall, it was a wonderful stay for us at the traditional Ryokan! The staff and service were amazing; whenever we had an issue they fixed it within minutes. We enjoyed the authentic Kaiseki dinner and breakfast. Would highly recommend it to anyone traveling near Kyoto!”
Guest review
10/10
Michael · family · 2025-06-14
“Hotel is phenomenal! Staff go beyond to make sure you are catered to. The hotel is rustic and beautiful, rooms are super nice. The onsen was great! Couldn’t recommend this place more.”
Guest review
10/10
roxana · family · 2025-06-12
“The attention the staff provided us with was simply wonderful! A truly amazing experience. Thank you! ”
Guest review
10/10
Zachary · friends · 2025-06-12
“Very nice Ryokan, great staff!”
Guest review
10/10
Michael · 2025-06-07
“Charming staff. Excellent food. We felt very welcome and highly recommend this authentic experience.”
Guest review
10/10
Sowmya · family · 2025-05-31
“We were a family of four and stayed for one night at Seikoro — and everything about our experience, from the warm welcome to the heartfelt farewell, was truly exceptional. We had chosen to include breakfast, and it was absolutely delightful. The in-house public onsen bath added a special touch of relaxation to our stay. It’s an experience we’ll never forget. A heartfelt thank you to the staff who made us feel so welcomed and cared for. We would recommend Seikoro to family and friends visiting Kyoto.”
Guest review
10/10
melanie · 2025-05-28
“It was a great break from the city hussle and bustle. They were very atttentive and detailed. I requested for a chocolate cake after dinner for our anniversary and they delivered! We had dinner and breakfast both is aunthentic japanese cuisine. Recommend that you use the taxi to get there and visit senjusendo! ”
Guest review
8/10
Verified traveler · 2025-05-23
“It was a wonderful cultural experience if you can afford it.”
Guest review
10/10
Daniel · family · 2025-05-16
“This is a full service ryokan. We had the 10 course dinner in our room followed by massages. The first class first hand service was unique. Well worth the experience. Once in a lifetime. ”
Guest review
2/10
Haejin · family · 2025-04-24
“I was quite disappointed with my stay at this Ryokan. Contrary to what I was led to believe, the multi-course kaiseki dinner was not included in the booking. In fact, no one ever asked if I wanted to include it. Had I known, I absolutely would have added it, as the kaiseki dinner is often considered the highlight of the Ryokan experience—especially since I paid nearly $1,400 USD for the stay.
While all the staff were extremely kind and courteous, the overall experience didn’t justify the price. Aside from the traditional Japanese breakfast and the old-style public bath, there wasn’t much to set this apart from other hotels I’ve stayed in—many of which offered similar amenities, including Japanese robes (yukata), at a much more reasonable price.
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Guest review
10/10
SANGHYUN · 2025-04-18
“This facility”
Guest review
10/10
Brad · friends · 2025-04-12
“One night stay and felt welcomed by all staff. The service was excellent and our room attendant(s) were wonderful. The dinner and breakfast were both delicious. ”
Guest review
10/10
Hannah · partner · 2025-03-25
“I loved our stay at the ryokan. The staff go above and beyond to make sure you enjoy yourself, and the hospitality we experienced really made the trip. From serving our dinner to setting up our beds for the night, they were friendly, respectful, and really made sure we were relaxing and enjoying ourselves.
Our room was quite large and included our own bath and sitting area. We had a view of the back garden. It was clean and comfortable. We chose to have the kaiseki dinner (additional cost), which they served in our room. The Kaiseki dinner we got was delicious and I loved how they explained each course to us.
There is a public bath in the ryokan, which we took advantage of a few times. I only encountered two people the whole time we were there, and it felt like it was my own private bathhouse.
All in all was a wonderful experience and would love to stay here again. ”
Guest review
6/10
Joshua · 2025-03-21
“It was an amazing experience. Wife and I loved the culture and learned a lot. I would have loved to put 5 stars but… there was black mold all over our shower room. The black mold was in the wood on the ceiling, walls, near the tub, etc. Which made it stink of mildew and is actually a safety hazard. It’s in serious need of replacing all the wood because you cant just scrub it out; when black mold is in wood, it’s EVERYWHERE.
Otherwise, the staff was VERY lovely and welcoming, the food was amazing, and the view and aesthetics were everything you could ask for to feel like you’re living in a traditional Japanese setting. Would definitely come back one day, hopefully they have the mold issue fixed.”
Guest review
10/10
Sri · family · 2025-03-16
“We stayed at Seikoro for 2 nights - we had the best time. The highlights were the breakfast and close proximity to Gion, subway, and tourist spots.
But what made this place special was the amazing staff! They were warm, welcoming and attentive. They helped make reservations and anticipated all our needs. Highly recommend a stay here.”
Guest review
10/10
Frédéric · partner · 2025-03-15
“Exceptional service, staff was very kind and warm”
Guest review
10/10
Verified traveler · 2025-02-12
“Everyone was so helpful. Loved entering the Ryoksn and then having hot tea delivered to our room ”
Guest review
10/10
Jennifer · family · 2025-02-03
“Beautiful property and wonderful stay. The staff were amazing and went out of their way to accommodate.”
