"This hotel is a genuine traditional Japanese ryokan."
Brigitte from Canada
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"The private bath was lovely and super relaxing!"
Monique from Australia
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"Coming back to our rolled out futons with little messages and folded origami made us feel so welcome."
Hill from Australia
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Nissho Besso - A 200-year-old merchant house with traditional tatami rooms and public baths in Downtown Kyoto
Located in a preserved two-story wooden merchant house from the Edo period, this 4-star Kyoto hotel features 20 traditional rooms spanning three size categories: 8, 10, and 12.5 tatami mats. Each room at Nissho Besso comes with tatami flooring, futon bedding, a flat-screen TV, safe, and private bathroom facilities. The property's basement houses separate public baths for men and women, equipped with Kohmeiseki hot spring tubs and Shigara-yaki pottery baths with microbubble generators. Free WiFi extends throughout all areas. A massage service is available for guests. The property sits 1640.4 ft from Karasuma Oike Station and Honnoji Temple, with luxury boutiques and restaurants in the immediate vicinity.
Pros
Original 200-year-old wooden architecture preserving merchant house features
Equipped with both Kohmeiseki hot spring and Shigara-yaki pottery baths
Each room offers unique layouts and designs
Located within walking distance to multiple dining and shopping venues
Cons
24 miles distance from Osaka Itami Airport
Guests must check in before dinner service
“This wooden ryokan preserves a feeling of old Kyoto, near lively dining spots. I appreciate the blend of tradition and convenience here-especially the public baths. For experiencing a serene side of the city, it's a worthwhile base.”
Charlotte EvansHead of Editorial at Hotelsdowntown
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Choose from double rooms, family suites, and premium stays. Enjoy breakfast, flexible cancellations, and exclusive deals.
Standard Japanese-Style Room Annex
2 persons
15 m²
4 Single beds
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Japanese-Style Family Room
2 persons
25 m²
4 Single beds
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Japanese-Style Room
2 persons
16 m²
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Japanese-Style Room Semi Open-Air Bath Small Garden
2 persons
25 m²
2 Single beds
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Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location