RYOKAN INAKATEI, Kyoto

Ryokan Inakatei - Traditional Gion district accommodation with shared bathrooms and garden access

Located in Gion, the most well-known geisha district, this 3-star Kyoto hotel features air-conditioned rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs and yukata robes. Ryokan Inakatei provides guests with free WiFi throughout the property and maintains a peaceful garden. The rooms come with shared bathroom facilities, complete with hairdryers and complimentary toiletries. An Asian breakfast is served each morning. The property sits 0.5 miles from both Maruyama Park and Kodai-ji temple, while Kennin-ji temple is 0.5 miles away. Notable landmarks within 1 mile include Nishiki Market Shopping District, Nanzen-ji temple, Kyoto National Museum, and Heian Shrine. Eight restaurants operate within 0.5 miles of Ryokan Inakatei, including The Sodoh Higashiyama Kyoto and Gion Nishikawa.

Pros

Prime location in the historic Gion district, surrounded by authentic geisha culture

Eight diverse dining options within 0.3-0.5 miles walking distance

Peaceful garden setting despite central location

Walking distance to major temples and cultural sites

Cons

Shared bathroom facilities only

24 miles distance from Itami Airport