YAMADAYA RYOKAN, Kyoto

Yamadaya Ryokan - A historic Kyoto hotel with traditional Japanese accommodations, garden views, and an indoor public bath

Located steps from Higashi Hongan-ji Temple, this traditional Kyoto hotel has operated since 1911. The 3-star Yamadaya Ryokan features 10 individually decorated rooms with LCD televisions, refrigerators, and tatami flooring. Each accommodation includes air conditioning, electric kettles, and complimentary Wi-Fi, while some units offer city or garden views. The property's indoor public bath, open from 3:00 PM, provides separate facilities for men and women. Local cuisine breakfasts, featuring organic Koshihikari rice, are served daily from 7:30 AM, and the on-site bar offers an extensive selection of wine, sake, and craft beer, complemented by a dedicated sommelier and kikizakeshi sake expert. The hotel sits 0.5 miles from Kyoto Tower, 1 mile from Yasaka Shrine, and 2 miles from Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine. Six restaurants lie within 0.5 miles of the property, including Kanra Lounge and Toru Cafe.

Pros

On-site sommelier and sake expert provide specialized beverage guidance

Professional host manages the property

Garden views available from select rooms and public bath areas

Central location near major temples and dining establishments

Cons

50-minute drive from Osaka Itami Airport

Advance reservations required for private bath/onsen use