Kaikatei Hanagozen
10/10 (Based on 1 reviews )
629-3241 Kyoto, Kyotango, Aminocho Kitsu 193, Japan
Kaikatei Hanagozen is a Japanese-style ryokan in Yuhigaura (Kyotango, northern Kyoto Prefecture), a coastal onsen area near the Sea of Japan. The property uses its own hot spring source, described as “Bijin-no-yu” (beauty bath). Guests can use separate public indoor baths for men and women, plus open-air garden baths, and some rooms feature private open-air hot-spring baths. The atmosphere is traditional, with tatami flooring throughout and Japanese gardens around the entrance and lobby. Dining focuses on seasonal regional ingredients; the ryokan highlights local specialties including Matsuba crab in winter. Yuhigaura Beach is about a five-minute walk away, and on-site parking is available.
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- Exceptional (score 10)
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Monjusou Shourotei
9.7/10 (Based on 32 reviews )
626-0001 Kyoto, Miyazu, Monju 466 , Japan
Monjusou Shourotei is a ryokan in the Amanohashidate area of Miyazu (Kyoto Prefecture), set by the water near Monjudo Hall (Chion-ji Temple) and within walking distance of Amanohashidate Station. Onsen bathing is offered in a large public bath with separate men’s and women’s areas, including outdoor rotenburo; bath areas switch between morning and night. The property also notes that some guest rooms include a semi-open-air bath, while standard in-room baths are not hot spring water. Cuisine focuses on seasonal Kyoto-by-the-sea kaiseki, served in private dining spaces, highlighting local seafood and regional ingredients. Free Wi‑Fi is available, and there is limited on-site private parking (advance notice recommended) plus a station pickup service on request.
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- Excellent location; nice and quiet
- Excellent food/kaiseki dinner; breakfast praised as a delight
- Beautiful views (bay/sea/beach) and romantic surroundings; close to beach/town
- Friendly, responsive and kind staff; attentive service (including station pickup and detailed explanations)
- Rooms/suites described as beautiful, huge, very clean/new, comfortable and well-equipped (privacy, amenities, free minibar)
Negative reviews
- In-room onsen wasn’t mineral water (only the public bath)
- Overpriced / limited facilities
- Booked sea-view room but view was blocked by pine trees
- Tea during the meal cost extra
- Quality of shampoo/amenities in the public bath felt cheap/not matching the ryokan’s level
Sora Niwa Terrace Kyoto Bettei
9.5/10 (Based on 523 reviews )
600-8022 Kyoto, Kyoto, 2-324 Inaricho, Kawaramachidori Shijosagaru, Japan
Sora Niwa Terrace Kyoto Bettei is a modern ryokan-style property in central Kyoto’s Shijo Kawaramachi area, a short walk from Kyoto-Kawaramachi and Gion-Shijo stations. Its main focus is bathing: the top-floor Tenkuu open-air baths use Shijo Kawaramachi Hot Spring water, with two baths that alternate by gender daily, plus silky jacuzzi baths and a natural hot-spring footbath on the rooftop terrace. Guest rooms also feature private open-air baths with natural, additive-free hot spring water. On site, Restaurant Kyo Kaiseki Higashiyama serves Kyoto kaiseki dinners (reservation required) and set breakfast times. A premium guest lounge provides drinks and ice cream after bathing, and the rooftop terrace includes a bar time and morning coffee service.
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- Luxurious facilities and excellent staff; private in-room onsen highlighted as the best feature
- Excellent location and amenities; close to restaurants/scenery and walkable to shopping/cultural areas (e.g., Gion/Kawaramachi/Pontocho)
- Rooftop terrace/bar with views and foot soak/foot spa mentioned as a standout
- Rooms well equipped (amenities, minibar/drinks/snacks, coffee/tea/popsicles) and comfortable beds
- Traditional/Japanese breakfast (including kaiseki) frequently praised as delicious/phenomenal
Negative reviews
- Western breakfast felt limited/not particularly great (e.g., odd sausages/chips; hard-boiled eggs/salad) especially over longer stays
- Housekeeping issues: room sometimes quite dirty / cleanliness could be improved
- Rooftop area can be crowded or restricted (e.g., no seating during happy hour; can’t sit without buying drinks 7–10)
- Some facilities/services missing or limited: no gym/pool, no room service/typical dining room; no lunch served; no proper designated reception (as noted)
- Other issues mentioned: long/disjointed check-in process; lack of storage/drawers/bedside tables; no steam iron; room small in some cases; public onsen rules/guest behavior (children height restriction; some guests not behaving properly)
Japanese Ryokan Seryo
9.4/10 (Based on 182 reviews )
601-1241 Kyoto, Kyoto, Sakyo-ku Oharashorinin-cho 22 , Japan
Japanese Ryokan Seryo (Oyado Seryo) is a traditional ryokan in Ohara, a quiet, rural area in Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, near Sanzen-in Temple. The property features natural Ohara hot springs with separate men’s and women’s bathing areas, including indoor baths and open-air baths. Two guest rooms also include private open-air baths, offering an in-room onsen-style soak with garden or mountain views. All rooms face a landscaped Japanese garden, creating a calm atmosphere throughout the stay. Dining focuses on seasonal Kyoto vegetable kaiseki, with set dinner and breakfast served on site. Practical amenities include free Wi‑Fi and on-site parking.
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- Beautiful, serene location/scenery (mountains, gardens, koi ponds) and tranquil atmosphere
- Kind, friendly, attentive staff; excellent service (including helpful pickup/assistance)
- Food widely praised (dinner and breakfast; kaiseki, sukiyaki/shabu shabu) as delicious and well presented
- Onsen experience appreciated (private outdoor onsen praised; public onsen with indoor/outdoor baths; relaxation area)
- Rooms described as spacious/comfortable/clean; good amenities; yukata provided
Negative reviews
- Onsen/hot spring facilities sometimes described as small and/or with limited access/closures (e.g., 9am–3pm)
- Fixed/early dinner time (e.g., 18:00) and service pace felt too fast for some
- Location considered out of the way/far from Kyoto Station; transport with luggage can be difficult
- Some guests felt the experience was restrictive or not good value for money/expensive for what was offered
- Room issues mentioned: basic room, hard pillows, poor soundproofing/light from corridor; some bathrooms/shower issues (e.g., no in-room shower or hot water in shower)
Charoku Bekkan
9.4/10 (Based on 6 reviews )
626-0017 Kyoto, Miyazu, Shimasaki 2039-4 , Japan
Charoku Bekkan is a traditional Japanese ryokan in Miyazu, Kyoto Prefecture, close to the Amanohashidate area. The property features Miyazu Onsen, with two large communal baths (Taro-no-yu and Komachi-no-yu) and open-air bathing, plus a gender swap at 21:00 so guests can experience both bath styles. Bathing hours are typically 14:30–23:00 and 06:00–09:30. The atmosphere is classic and quiet, with a garden-facing bathing setting. On-site dining is centered on Japanese cuisine in a ryokan style, and stays are commonly offered with meals. Practical amenities include free parking, Wi‑Fi, and a small-scale, intimate layout (11 rooms).
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- Excellent service
- Great place/setting
- Welcoming and attentive staff
- Good cuisine/food
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Monjusou
9.3/10 (Based on 62 reviews )
626-0001 Kyoto, Miyazu, Amanohashidatekaigan, Japan
Monjusou is a ryokan on the waterfront at Amanohashidate (Miyazu, northern Kyoto Prefecture), known for views of the pine-lined sandbar. The property features Amanohashidate Onsen baths, including a public bath area with an open-air bath and a sauna; information from the ryokan highlights a gentle spring quality often described as leaving skin feeling soft. Some rooms also offer private open-air baths (availability depends on room type). Dining is served on site with Japanese-style meals that emphasize seasonal ingredients. Practical facilities include free Wi‑Fi, free on-site parking, and EV charging, plus lounge spaces for relaxing between sightseeing and beach walks.
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- Very attentive, friendly and helpful staff; excellent service (incl. thorough orientation and above-and-beyond help).
- Convenient location: near Amanohashidate Station and opposite the Amanohashidate cable car; bus stop nearby; pleasant walks/river path; quiet/peaceful surroundings.
- Food was praised (great dinner & breakfast; decadent multi-course meals; meticulously prepared Japanese breakfast).
- Onsen/hot spring facilities appreciated (public baths spotless with sauna/cold plunge; private/in-room onsen/open-air bath).
- Rooms described as large, clean, comfortable and well-appointed, with pleasant/stunning views; additional amenities mentioned (bicycles provided, welcome drink, ice after bath).
Negative reviews
- Restaurant access/meal planning issues: need dinner reservations; local restaurants/shops close around ~6pm, making it hard to find dinner without booking.
- Onsen water reported as very hot.
- Some guests found futons too thin/hard.
- Room issues: temperature hard to regulate; toilet problem causing sewage smell.
- Cost/value complaints: price a bit high; bike rental fee (600 yen) noted as extra in an already expensive hotel; some checkout staff did not help with luggage.
Ryokan Sumiya Kihoan
9.2/10 (Based on 229 reviews )
621-0036 Kyoto, Kameoka, 25 Miyanooku Hiedanocho Kakihana, Japan
Ryokan Sumiya Kihoan (Sumiya Kiho-an) is a traditional ryokan in Yunohana Onsen, Kameoka (Kyoto Prefecture), set in a quiet, nature-leaning area outside central Kyoto. The property features gender-separated hot-spring baths with both an indoor bath and an open-air bath, and bathing hours extend from afternoon into the next morning. A spa and wellness area is available, and some stays may include access to additional relaxation facilities such as a hot tub. Dining focuses on Japanese cuisine, with kaiseki-style seasonal courses highlighted, alongside breakfast service. Practical amenities include free Wi‑Fi and on-site parking, with access typically via Kameoka Station.
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- Beautiful, comfortable property with peaceful/relaxing atmosphere and authentic traditional Japanese rooms/decor
- Very kind, hospitable and efficient staff; helpful with luggage, allergies and translating/deciphering menus
- Excellent onsen experience (in-room private onsen and public onsen described as lovely/relaxing); outdoor hot tubs/onsen praised
- Food quality praised (delicious, high quality; kaiseki and wagyu dinner highlighted; breakfast filling/lovely and well presented; late-night snacks appreciated)
- Convenient free shuttle service from/to the train station; some guests mention pickup from station as a pleasant surprise
Negative reviews
- Some guests had difficulty with the traditional breakfast (needed to google what was served/how to eat); request for more Western/kid-friendly breakfast options
- Transportation/curfew limitations: shuttle runs only at designated times (last pickup around 5pm mentioned) and property doors lock at 10pm, making late dinners in Kyoto difficult
- Location is remote/far from downtown Kyoto; travel time via shuttle + train noted
- Noise/setting issues: property overlooking a busy road and some traffic noise/cargo trucks passing by; abandoned building complex mentioned on the way to a private onsen
- Facilities/comfort issues mentioned: couldn’t turn on AC; lack of soap near sink/toilet; some common areas (e.g., library) were freezing cold; Wi‑Fi issues; hair found on tatami
Shinpuro
9.2/10 (Based on 7 reviews )
629-2242 Kyoto, Miyazu, Amanohashidate Ejiri 73-6, Japan
Shinpuro (also known as Kamikazero) is a traditional ryokan in Miyazu, Kyoto Prefecture, set in the Fuchu area near Amanohashidate and along the Aso Sea. The property features its own hot-spring bathing area, using water from the Nariai-Kannon Spa, described as a simple, low-mineral alkaline spring. Public bathing is available at set morning and afternoon-evening hours, and access rules may apply for guests with tattoos. Dining focuses on local Tango ingredients, with a seafood-forward Japanese course dinner and a multi-dish Japanese-style breakfast. Interiors highlight an early-Showa wooden-building atmosphere, with dining rooms that include private rooms and sea views.
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- Outstanding place to stay at the end of Ama-no-Hashidate
- Modernized traditional Japanese house with an onsen
- Owners went out of their way to help (including an early-morning drive)
- Excellent location: in front of the boat station and near the sandbar/viewpoint ropeway
- Enjoyable dinner and breakfast with a nice bay view; futon comfortable; shared bathroom/onsen bath big and enjoyable
Negative reviews
- Room was a bit run-down
- Limited water flow from the sink
Taikyourou
9.1/10 (Based on 245 reviews )
626-0001 Kyoto, Miyazu, Monju 471, Japan
Taikyourou is a small ryokan in Miyazu (Kyoto Prefecture), set right by the Kaisenkyo Bridge at the entrance to Amanohashidate. The property offers Amanohashidate Onsen, with water described as a weakly radioactive iron(II)–sodium–chloride spring (hypertonic, neutral, low-temperature). Bathing facilities include a large communal bath and an open-air bath. Meals are served in the dining area for both dinner and breakfast, focusing on seasonal cuisine that highlights local seafood from the Sea of Japan and regional ingredients. On site, you will also find a cafe, a small shop, and a gallery, alongside practical services such as free Wi‑Fi and massage booking. Parking is available (limited spaces).
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- Wonderful location/position (next to the turning bridge; overlooking the water/Amanohashidate; close to station/shrine)
- Very clean and beautifully maintained; wonderful ambiance
- Food/meals praised repeatedly (excellent breakfast and dinner; kaiseki; seasonal specialties; fine dining)
- Staff often described as friendly, kind, helpful, attentive; service exceptional for some guests
- Onsen/baths appreciated (clean, well stocked; relaxing; smooth water)
Negative reviews
- Cold welcoming / staff felt a little distant (mentioned by one reviewer)
- Onsen/public bath is small (mentioned multiple times)
- Strict shoes/tatami rules and dressing for dinner (things to be aware of)
- House slippers were too small
- They didn’t take note of guests’ food choices
Kyoto Arashiyama Onsen Ryokan Togetsutei
9.1/10 (Based on 187 reviews )
616-0004 Kyoto, Kyoto, Nakaoshitachyou Arashiyama Nishikyouku 56 , Japan
Kyoto Arashiyama Onsen Ryokan Togetsutei is a traditional ryokan in Arashiyama, Kyoto, close to the Togetsukyo Bridge and surrounded by river and mountain scenery. The onsen uses Arashiyama Onsen water (simple, hypotonic, slightly alkaline) in separate men’s and women’s communal baths, plus a reservable private hot-spring bath in the Shuzankaku annex. Some guest rooms include private open-air baths, depending on the room type. Accommodation is in tatami rooms with futon bedding, with free Wi‑Fi available. Facilities commonly listed include a sauna, massage services, a small shop, luggage storage, and on-site parking (limited spaces). Meals focus on Kyoto-style cuisine, with breakfast and dinner options depending on the plan.
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- Exceptional service and attention to detail; great hosts/service
- Authentic traditional ryokan stay (futons, yukata); unique experience
- Excellent food (kaiseki dinner; dinner and breakfast praised)
- Great location in Arashiyama (right by the bridge/river; close to bamboo forest/monkey park/attractions)
- Onsens/baths praised (private and public options; in-room hot bath/onsen mentioned)
Negative reviews
- Sleeping comfort issues: futons on the floor uncomfortable; very firm pillows/neck rest; little/no pillow
- Property layout: having to walk outside to reach dinner; can’t go in yukata because of that
- Facilities/ambience: located in a busy corner; no garden or lounge; didn’t feel like a calm resort
- Onsen limitations: onsen/bath described as small (only one bath)
- Value/operational issues: high price (especially during NYE) seen as poor value; breakfast/dinner could be better; no early check-in; restaurant closed on Tuesdays / dinner booking difficulties
Summary Table
| Position | Hotel | Rating | #Reviews | Stars | Staff | Cleanliness | Comfort | Location | Value for money | Facilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kaikatei Hanagozen | 10▲ | 1▼ | 4▼ | 10.0▲ | 10.0▲ | 10.0▲ | 10.0▲ | 7.5▼ | 10.0▲ |
| 2 | Monjusou Shourotei | 9.7 | 32 | 5▲ | 9.7 | 9.9 | 9.8 | 9.8 | 9.3▲ | 9.8 |
| 3 | Sora Niwa Terrace Kyoto Bettei | 9.5 | 523▲ | 5▲ | 9.6 | 9.7 | 9.7 | 9.7 | 8.7 | 9.6 |
| 4 | Japanese Ryokan Seryo | 9.4 | 182 | 4▼ | 9.5 | 9.6 | 9.6 | 9.3 | 8.7 | 9.4 |
| 5 | Charoku Bekkan | 9.4 | 6 | 4▼ | 9.4▼ | 9.4▼ | 9.4 | 8.9 | 8.9 | 9.4 |
| 6 | Monjusou | 9.3 | 62 | 4▼ | 9.7 | 9.5 | 9.6 | 9.7 | 9.0 | 9.6 |
| 7 | Ryokan Sumiya Kihoan | 9.2 | 229 | 4▼ | 9.6 | 9.5 | 9.5 | 8.4▼ | 8.7 | 9.4 |
| 8 | Shinpuro | 9.2 | 7 | 4▼ | 9.5 | 9.5 | 9.5 | 9.5 | 8.5 | 8.5▼ |
| 9 | Taikyourou | 9.1▼ | 245 | 4▼ | 9.5 | 9.4▼ | 9.3▼ | 9.6 | 8.6 | 9.1 |
| 10 | Kyoto Arashiyama Onsen Ryokan Togetsutei | 9.1▼ | 187 | 4▼ | 9.6 | 9.4▼ | 9.5 | 9.5 | 8.4 | 9.4 |
FAQ
Sora Niwa Terrace Kyoto Bettei is a strong pick in the Shijo Kawaramachi area, close to key train stations and Kyoto’s main shopping and dining streets. Rooms feature private open-air baths with natural hot spring water, and the top floor also has open-air baths plus a rooftop footbath. It’s ideal if you want an onsen-focused stay without leaving the city center.
Japanese Ryokan Seryo is set in Ohara, a calm rural area near Sanzen-in Temple. It offers natural hot spring baths with separate indoor and open-air bathing areas, and some rooms add a private open-air bath with garden or mountain views. The garden-facing rooms and seasonal Kyoto vegetable kaiseki make it especially relaxing.
Kyoto Arashiyama Onsen Ryokan Togetsutei is located near Togetsukyo Bridge, surrounded by river and mountain scenery. It features Arashiyama Onsen communal baths for men and women, and there is also a reservable private hot-spring bath in an annex. Some room types include a private open-air bath, depending on what you book.
Monjusou Shourotei is a refined option in the Amanohashidate area, set by the water and near major sights and the station. It offers separate public onsen bathing areas with an outdoor rotenburo, and some rooms include a semi-open-air bath. Dining highlights seasonal kaiseki featuring local coastal ingredients, often served in private dining spaces.
Kaikatei Hanagozen is a Japanese-style ryokan in Yuhigaura, a coastal onsen area in northern Kyoto Prefecture. It uses its own hot spring source, with separate public indoor baths and open-air garden baths, and some rooms include private open-air hot-spring baths. The traditional tatami setting and seasonal regional cuisine, including winter crab specialties, complete the experience.