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"Incredible ryokan experience in Kyoto! So close to Gion! Beautiful, hospitable hosts who went out of their way to make us feel welcome! Delicious brea ... " More

By a verified traveller on Sun 16 Dec 2018

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Hotel Description

Ryokan MOTONAGO places you in the center of Kyoto, steps from Kodai-ji Temple and within a short 5-minute stroll of Yasaka Shrine. Highlights at this ryokan include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs.

This smoke-free ryokan offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk. Plus you'll find a garden, free newspapers in the lobby, and multilingual staff. Each morning local cuisine breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 8:30 AM.

Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3.5-star Higashiyama Ward ryokan include Kenninji Temple and Gion Corner.

Traditional Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (SUMINOE / SENKA)

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Traditional Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Mozu)

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Traditional Room, Non Smoking (AKEBONO / CHIGUSA)

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Traditional Connected Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (MOCHIZUKI)

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Traditional Room CHITOSE, Twin Japanese Futons, Second Floor Garden view, Private bath and toilet,NS

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Traditional Room AOBA, Twin Japanese Futons, Garden view, Private bath and toilet, Non Smoking

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Ryokan MOTONAGO ratings based on 2 Verified Reviews

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Guest reviews for Ryokan MOTONAGO

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5 out of 5
Incredible ryokan experience in Kyoto! So close to Gion! Beautiful, hospitable hosts who went out of their way to make us feel welcome! Delicious breakfast. Private onsen was just amazing. Would definitely recommend!

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5 out of 5
This was a superb traditional experience for us - a highlight of our trip. We stayed one night and found the staff to be so helpful and considerate. The public bath can be booked so a couple can use it together, and we booked a traditional Japanese breakfast which was wonderful and served in our room. Definitely recommend this experience to couples or singles travelling to Kyoto to make the most of the Japanese hospitality away from the main tourist strips.

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Property Features

Ryokan MOTONAGO offers its guests multilingual staff, gift shops/newsstands, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Ryokan MOTONAGO also features concierge services, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a front-desk safe. This 3.5-star Kyoto ryokan is smoke free.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Internet access in public areas - high speed

Transport

  • Train station: Gion-shijo Station (1 km / 0.6 mi)

Room Amenities

Ryokan MOTONAGO offers 11 accommodations with safes and bathrobes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature down comforters. LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include slippers, complimentary toiletries, hair dryers, and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

  • In-room dining
  • LCD television
  • Digital channels
  • Down blanket
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Nightly turndown service
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Bathrobes
  • Slippers
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Unique furnishings
  • Unique decor
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy local cuisine breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM.

Room service is available.

Spa Services

  • Indoor public bath (no mineral springs)
  • Yukata (Japanese robe)

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 4 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 7 PM

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

Guests who wish to order dinner (surcharge) during their stay must contact the property at least 3 days prior to arrival.

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • UnionPay
  • Events/parties not allowed
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • LGBTQIA friendly
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available for guests
  • Masks are available for guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property follows regional sanitisation guidelines Coronavirus Guidelines (Japan)
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is not available
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of Intertek Cristal (3rd party expert - Global)
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 200-1,000 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.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately JPY 1650 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Motonago
  • Motonago Inn
  • Motonago Inn Kyoto
  • Motonago Kyoto
  • Motonago Hotel Kyoto
  • Ryokan MOTONAGO Kyoto
  • Ryokan MOTONAGO Kyoto
  • Ryokan MOTONAGO Ryokan
  • Ryokan MOTONAGO Ryokan Kyoto

You should know

  • Reservations are needed for private bath/onsen. For reservations, contact the ryokan before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • Set meals are served in guestrooms only (no menus or public dining).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.