IKOI NO IE, Kyoto

Ikoi No Ie - Traditional Japanese guesthouse with kimono experiences and tatami rooms

Located a 3-minute walk from Gojo Subway Station, this traditional Kyoto hotel offers Japanese-style rooms with tatami-mat floors and futon bedding. The 2-star Ikoi No Ie features kimono and tea ceremony experiences, with a main building and an annex structure. All accommodations include air conditioning and electric kettles, while select rooms offer private bathrooms with baths and hairdryers. The property provides a shared kitchen equipped with a microwave, kitchenware, and a small bread-toasting oven. A restaurant and bar serve guests on-site, with cooked-to-order breakfasts available from 8 AM. The property sits 0.5 miles from JR Kyoto Train Station and 0.5 miles from Higashi Hongan-ji Temple. Nishiki Market Shopping District is 0.5 miles away, while Sanjusangendo Temple and Kyoto National Museum are both 1 mile from the premises.

Pros

Traditional cultural experiences including kimono wearing and tea ceremonies

Convenient shared kitchen facilities for guest use

Bicycle rental service available for city exploration

Multi-lingual staff speaking English, Japanese, and Chinese

Cons

Check-in strictly limited to between 16:00 and 20:00

Cash payments not accepted