Kyoto Watazen Ryokan

3.5 star property
Ryokan with a hot tub, steps from Nishiki Market

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Exterior
Restaurant
Lobby
Japanese garden
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$361
15 Nov - 16 Nov

Explore the area

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Rokkakku - sagaru, Yanaginobaba, Nakagyo - ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 604-8113
  • Place, Nishiki Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Shijo Street
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Nijō Castle
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

Japanese Style Room with Private Bath, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

Japanese Style Room with Shower Booth, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
In-room safe
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

Japanese Style Room with Shower Booth, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

Japanese Style Room with Private Bath, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

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About the area

Kyoto

Kyoto Watazen Ryokan places you in the centre of Kyoto, steps from Nishiki Market and within a short 5-minute stroll of Shijo Street. Highlights at this ryokan include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free ryokan offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Added amenities include a hot tub and laundry facilities. Local cuisine breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 8:30 AM. .Within a 15-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Downtown Kyoto ryokan, attractions include Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley.

What's nearby

  • Nishiki Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Shijo Street - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Pontocho Alley - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Nijō Castle - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Karasuma Station - 9 min walk
  • Karasuma Oike Station - 10 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Weekenders Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria Marita - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Common Well - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪むらじ - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪ヤキニク甲 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Kyoto Watazen Ryokan

Ryokan with a hot tub, steps from Nishiki Market
As a guest of Kyoto Watazen Ryokan, you'll find a hot tub, a vending machine, and multilingual staff. WiFi is free in public spaces. Kyoto Watazen Ryokan also features concierge services, laundry facilities, and a corner/local shop.

This 3.5-star Kyoto ryokan is smoke free.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Corner/local shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Kyoto Watazen Ryokan offers 24 accommodations with a safe and free newspapers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include slippers, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. In-room massages and an iron/ironing board can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.
Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath and yukata (Japanese robe).

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Offsite parking available (JPY 2,500 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: JPY 1,650 for adults and JPY 1,650 for children

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Turndown service

Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 4 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

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 200-10,000 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.

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: from approximately JPY 1650 for adults and from JPY 1650 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: JPY 2500 per day (164 ft away)

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • 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.
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Kyoto Watazen Ryokan?

Kyoto Watazen Ryokan offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Kyoto Watazen Ryokan?

As of 26 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kyoto Watazen Ryokan on 15 Nov 2025 start from AU$360.85, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What makes Kyoto Watazen Ryokan a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, plus massage services available in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Kyoto Watazen Ryokan.

Does Kyoto Watazen Ryokan serve breakfast?

You bet, local cuisine breakfast is offered daily from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kyoto Watazen Ryokan?

No, Kyoto Watazen Ryokan does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kyoto Watazen Ryokan?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Kyoto Watazen Ryokan?

No, pets are not allowed.