Kyoto Higashiyamasou puts you in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Kiyomizu Temple and Yasaka Shrine. Also, Pontocho Alley and Kawaramachi Street are a short five-minute drive away.
Languages
English, Japanese
At a glance
Hotel size
31 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Check-out time is 10 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
No on-site parking
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Japanese breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9 AM
What to do
Bike rentals nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Bike hire
Facilities
Garden
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Freshen up
Electronic bidet
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Fridge
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Spa
Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men's and women's areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
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.
Optional extras
Japanese breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 1650 per person
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
This property accepts credit cards.
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities.
Also known as
Inn Kyoto Higashiyamasou
Kyoto Higashiyamasou
Kyoto Higashiyamasou Inn
Higashiyamasou Inn
Higashiyamasou
Kyoto Higashiyamasou Kyoto
Kyoto Higashiyamasou Ryokan
Kyoto Higashiyamasou Ryokan Kyoto
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Kyoto Higashiyamasou?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Kyoto Higashiyamasou?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Kyoto Higashiyamasou.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Kyoto Higashiyamasou?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Kyoto Higashiyamasou and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Kyoto Higashiyamasou also has a garden.
What's the area around Kyoto Higashiyamasou like?
Kyoto Higashiyamasou is a short 7-minute walk from Kiyomizu Temple and 8 minutes' walk from Yasaka Shrine.
Kyoto Higashiyamasou Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.6/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
30 Sept 2024
Fantastic experience
Our stay at Kyoto Higashiyamasou was amazing. The hotel staff were so friendly and welcoming. The rooms were quaint and cosy. The traditional setting was just what we were looking for, a great experience. Overall fantastic would recommend.
Matthew
Matthew, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 Aug 2024
A perfect visit and a wonderful staff, the view, the onsen, and the breakfast. Magnificent!
Hayley
Hayley, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
21 Jun 2023
My favorite part about this ryokan is that you can visit many landmarks by walking, one of which is Kiyomizu-dera. The ryokan is located within a picturesque part of Kyoto. It's a 20 minute walk from the nearest train and 5 minutes from a bus stop.
The staff were nice and understood English. You can request dietary needs for your included traditional breakfast. The breakfast is served at their restaurant and you can choose a time between 7 am and 8:30 am.
I didn't realize when reserving our stay that there is no shower in the room, instead there is a shared onsen. You can request a private time slot if you prefer.
Overall, the ryokan was a great choice for our historic Kyoto experience.
Makoto
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 May 2023
Amazing staff and great ryokan experience
We stayed for 5 days and the thing that really made our stay were the staff! So lovely, always looking after us and very patient with our kids. We loved the ryokan experience and using the onsen every evening. The location is also great for visiting the town. Thanks again for all the tips, the warm welcome and for looking after us so well.
Nicola
Nicola, 5-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 Aug 2018
This hotel is outstanding! The staff were the friendliest and most helpful staff I have ever experienced at a hotel. The building itself is very clean and our room offered a stunning view of the Yasaka Pagoda. It is in the perfect location if you wish to visit Kiyomizu-dera. Also, the breakfast was delicious and beautifully prepared. I would definitely recommend this hotel and if I visit Kyōto again, this is where I will stay.
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Jul 2017
Perfect Kyoto Experience!
This wonderful ryokan provided the perfect Japanese-style hospitality while we visited Kyoto. Upon arrival we were created by several staff who welcomed us and got us into our slippers and the yukatas they provide all guests (a casual Japanese garment generally worn around the home). The onsen (communal spa) downstairs was a warm treat for our tired tourist bones and again, an interesting Japanese experience. The hotel was actually very quiet and we didn't run into any other guests at the spa or shared bathrooms. The hotels.com website says that there is one futon mattress per room, which caused me some pause when booking but that really should say one mattress per person. Our teenage son wanted a bit more softness so he actually took several mattresses from the room's cupboard and created his own version. We are vegetarians so sometimes meals are a challenge in places like Japan where folks use a lot of meat and fish sauce in most dishes, but their breakfast was a delicious work of art that everyone (including two super picky teenagers) loved (many pictures were taken!). The area is perfect; there are several sites within 5 minutes along with great restaurants and we used the hotel as the starting point for a number of walking tours. When we left, four staff followed us outside to see us off and wish us a pleasant journey. Overall, a really delightful and uniquely Japanese experience for the entire family!
Sandra
Sandra, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 May 2017
very nice and traditional
stayed in a traditional room and went in the onsen. breakfast was amazing.
osa
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
11 May 2016
19th Century Kyoto experience!
Wanted to experience a Ryokan, and it was as expected. Entirely different, beautiful Onsen (mineral pool) total Japanese experience, excellent Japanese breakfast, respectful staff. If you have frequent bathroom needs, get a room with its own toilet. Directly in Higashiyamasou (exuding charm). Replicates living in 19th Century Kyoto!
James
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
5 Sept 2015
great neighborhood hotel in eastern Kyoto
We stayed just one night, but enjoyed a quiet, restful night and wonderful Japanese breakfast. The manager was informative and helpful (carrying our big suitcases up three stories!) There was a gorgeous view of the hills and Yasaka pagoda out our window. There is only a little English spoken; we are Japanese speakers and found everything easy to deal with. Traditional futons, kept spotlessly clean and fresh. Best ryokan, if a little older, that I've stayed in recently.
linda
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
6 Apr 2014
Excellent position.
This Ryokan was in an excellent position, close to 4 main temples and beautiful cherry blossom lined streets.
The Ryokan was very nice and the staff were good. Nice little touches.