Close to Kawaramachi Street and Gion Corner, Seikoro Ryokan provides an indoor public bath (no minerals), a garden, and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Located in Higashiyama Ward, a neighborhood in Kyoto, Seikoro Ryokan is near a metro station and near a boardwalk/promenade. Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and Lake Biwa. Shoseien Garden and Kyoto Aquarium are also worth visiting. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
Close to Gion Corner and Kyoto Tower, Seikoro Ryokan provides an indoor public bath (no minerals), a garden, and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
Free self parking
Full breakfast (surcharge), an elevator, and concierge services
A gift shop, luggage storage, and a front-desk safe
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as pillow menus and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
Bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and toilets with electronic bidets
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Seikoro Ryokan?
As of Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Seikoro Ryokan on Nov 1, 2026 start from ¥98,000, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Seikoro Ryokan?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM–7:30 PM, and from 3:00 PM–9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Seikoro Ryokan?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for JPY 3000.
Where is Seikoro Ryokan located?
Located in Higashiyama Ward, this ryokan is within a 5-minute walk of Lake Biwa Canal and Kawaramachi Street. Pontocho Alley and Shijo Street are also within 15 minutes. Kiyomizu-gojo Station is only a 2-minute walk and Gojo Station is 10 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Seikoro Ryokan Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Incredible stay! The inn is so well maintained, and the food is amazing, but what makes it extra special is the attention and care of the staff. Thanks for having us Seikoro!
We had a wonderful stay. The hotel is truely special and the authenticity is next level. The staff are warm and welcoming, so lovely to return to each day - especially how they prepared tea and hot towels on our arrival. They organised an amazing massage for me, which was the perfect start to the Kyoto leg of our journey. This is Kyotos hidden secret.
This was our first time staying at a ryokan, and it did not disappoint! All of the staff were incredibly attentive, warm, and friendly. It is definitely on the pricier side, but the attention to detail from the moment you arrive makes it completely worth it. You can really feel the care and thought that goes into every part of the experience.
We stayed for two nights and booked the kaiseki dinner and traditional Japanese-style breakfast. They changed the menu between the two days, which made each meal feel like a completely different experience—and neither disappointed!
The room was beautifully traditional Japanese with a subtle touch of European style, which made it feel so unique. We also loved the public bathhouse. If you time it right, there’s hardly anyone there, so it almost feels like you have the entire bath to yourself. It made the whole experience feel incredibly peaceful and private.
10/10, we would absolutely do this again! We already miss the staff and this beautiful place. Such a special experience for our first ryokan stay!
This was a great experience enjoying a traditional Ryokan. The room was spacious and nice, the baths clean and comfortable and the food and service impeccable.
Hotel is phenomenal! Staff go beyond to make sure you are catered to. The hotel is rustic and beautiful, rooms are super nice. The onsen was great! Couldn’t recommend this place more.
One night stay and felt welcomed by all staff. The service was excellent and our room attendant(s) were wonderful. The dinner and breakfast were both delicious.
The staff in this ryokan is very helpful and friendly. The location is ideal for visiting Gion. The property is clean, and the staff can communicate well in English, I highly recommend this place for international travelers.
Everything about our stay was perfect. We had such a fun and relaxing time in the onsen and with our in-room dinner and breakfast. We would love to come back again!
Overall, it was a wonderful stay for us at the traditional Ryokan! The staff and service were amazing; whenever we had an issue they fixed it within minutes. We enjoyed the authentic Kaiseki dinner and breakfast. Would highly recommend it to anyone traveling near Kyoto!
Really the best experience I’ve had in Kyoto. Public bath was great and quiet and staffs are amazing. Must visit place if you plan to experience ryokan in the heart of Kyoto.
A wonderful ryokan with a truly welcoming and lovely staff. A great location just steps from the subway and useful bus lines, and about a 15 minute walk from the Gion area. Also has a great little onsen to relax the day away!
A brilliant little place, blending tradition and comfort perfectly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent
QIUFANG
Sep 7, 2025
Highly recommended place to stay in Kyoto
The owner and staff are all so welcoming. They tend to every single details servicing us. The daily Japanese sweets are my favorite. We enjoyed the hot spring every day. Highly recommend it.
We stayed here a night and everyone was so friendly and willing to help. They go above and beyond making sure you have the best stay. The food was great and the sleeping mats were so comfortable. We would definitely stay here again in the future.
What a fantastic experience to stay in a traditional Japanese house it felt like I’d been transported back to the 1800’s albeit with modern conveniences in the room. Great staff and we thoroughly enjoyed the onsen.