KINPARO, Kyoto

Kinparo - Traditional ryokan with public baths and seasonal kaiseki dining in historic Gion district

Located in the historic Gion district, this 3-star Kyoto hotel features 35 air-conditioned rooms with tatami flooring and traditional Japanese furnishings. The Kinparo ryokan rooms include flat-screen TVs, refrigerators, safes, and seating areas beside large windows, with private bathrooms equipped with small bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Guests can experience authentic Japanese culture through in-room yukata robes and complimentary green tea service. The property's distinctive public baths incorporate green tea leaves, while seasonal kaiseki cuisine is available through in-room dining. Kinparo stands just one minute from Nishiki Market and within walking distance of Nishiki Tenmangu and Rokakkudo Temple. The property is a 5-minute walk from both Shijo Subway Station and Hankyu Karasuma Station, with key landmarks such as Kennin-ji Temple (0.5 miles), Kyoto Imperial Palace (1 mile), and Yasaka Shrine (1 mile) nearby.

Pros

Green tea-infused public baths offer a unique bathing experience

Strategic location one minute from Nishiki Market

Seasonal flower arrangements decorate each room

Situated in Gion, the primary district for Edo-period culture

Cons

23.5 miles distance from Osaka Itami Airport

Public parking costs JPY 2000 per day