Offering traditional Japanese-style accommodations with spacious public baths, Watazen Ryokan is a 15-minute walk from the Gion area. Rooms have tatami (woven straw) floors, futon beds and a tea maker. From 13 August, free Wi-Fi is available in the entire property. During the day guests at Ryokan Watazen can enjoy the roomy seating area, and at night hotel staff prepare the Japanese futon beds. Some rooms have private bathing facilities. The ryokan is only a 2-minute walk from Nishiki Market, and a 10-minute walk from Shijo Subway Station and Honno-ji Temple. JR Kyoto Train Station is a 10-minute taxi ride away. A Japanese breakfast is available in the banquet hall, which offers garden views. Traditional multi-course (kaiseki) dinners are served in guests’ rooms. Meals are chargeable.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the real heart of Kyoto, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7!

Breakfast Info

Asian


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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
8.6
High score for Kyoto
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  • Andrew
    United States of America United States of America
    Great location, friendly staff, high quality meals. The kaiseki dinner was excellent, and the two breakfasts we had were both fresh and different. The public baths were very good and I appreciated the laundry machines as well.
  • S
    Sara
    United States of America United States of America
    It was a delicious breakfast that was carefully prepared.
  • Yoshimi
    United States of America United States of America
    We had 6 breakfast in the Inn. It was exceptional every time we ate .....service, every days were different menus, etc.

Area info

Amenities of Watazen Ryokan - Established in 1830
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry
  • Heating
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs ¥2,400 per day.
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Baggage storage
    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    • 24-hour front desk
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    • Safe
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Heating
    • Elevator
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by elevator
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • Japanese

    House rules

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    Check-in

    From 4:00 PM to 9:30 PM

    Check-out

    From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

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    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Public bath opening hours are 6 am-9 am and 4 pm- 1 am.

    Dinner must be requested 2 days in advance, and breakfast 1 day in advance. Same-day cancellations of meal reservations incur a cancellation fee.

    Breakfast is served from 7 am until 8:30 am.

    Dinner is served from 5:30 pm until 7:30 pm.

    An accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property.

    FAQs about Watazen Ryokan - Established in 1830

    • Watazen Ryokan - Established in 1830 offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Room options at Watazen Ryokan - Established in 1830 include:

        • Family

      • Check-in at Watazen Ryokan - Established in 1830 is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

      • Watazen Ryokan - Established in 1830 is 0.9 miles from the center of Kyoto. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • The prices at Watazen Ryokan - Established in 1830 may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.