Travelers find tranquility near Kyoto Imperial Palace, where Japanese garden strolls, soothing massages, and complimentary bicycles enhance the ryokan experience
Yadoya Nishijinso offers a peaceful retreat minutes from Kyoto Imperial Palace. Guests love the tranquil setting, indoor public bath, Japanese garden, massages, and free bicycle rentals to explore the area.
Located in Central Kyoto, a neighborhood in Kyoto, Yadoya Nishijinso is near a metro station. Notable landmarks in the area include Kyoto Imperial Palace and Nijō Castle, and travelers wishing to experience a bit of culture can try Gion Corner. Ryoan-ji Temple and Heian Shrine are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
Located close to Nijō Castle and Heian Shrine, Yadoya Nishijinso provides an indoor public bath (no minerals) and a Japanese garden. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Free self parking
Japanese breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
Smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Yadoya Nishijinso include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
Shared bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and free toiletries
Daily Japanese breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: JPY 2,200 for adults and JPY 2,200 for children
Kaiseki meal
Tea service
Things to do
Free bicycle rentals
Family friendly
Mini-fridge
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
Garden
Spa
Massage
Public bath open from 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Public indoor bath (no minerals)
Shared men and women areas
Yukata (Japanese robes)
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair-accessible parking
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Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Shared bathroom
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV
Food and drink
In-room dining only
Mini-fridge
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Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Fusuma (room partition)
Geta (wooden sandals)
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board
Tokonoma (alcove)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 4 PM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for Japanese breakfast: approximately JPY 2200 for adults and JPY 2200 for children
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
We should mention
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
Set meals are served in guestrooms only (no menus or public dining)
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities
Property is also known as
Yadoya Nishijinso Inn
Yadoya Inn
Yadoya Nishijinso Kyoto
Yadoya Nishijinso Ryokan
Yadoya Nishijinso Ryokan Kyoto
Frequently asked questions
Is Yadoya Nishijinso pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Yadoya Nishijinso?
As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Yadoya Nishijinso on Mar 10, 2026 start from ¥36,800, 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 Yadoya Nishijinso?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Yadoya Nishijinso?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Does Yadoya Nishijinso provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle.
Where is Yadoya Nishijinso located?
Located in Central Kyoto, this ryokan is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Kyoto Imperial Palace and within 3 mi (5 km) of Nijō Castle and Ryoan-ji Temple. Heian Shrine and Gion Corner are also within 3 mi (5 km). Imadegawa Station is 9 minutes by foot and Kuramaguchi Station is 18 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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Reviews
Yadoya Nishijinso Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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The room was thoughtfully designed and the property is beautiful. If you happen to forget any toiletries, there are plenty provided.
The owner was very kind and he provided precise recommendations for transit. He also provided us with a map of Kyoto as well as a general guidebook for tourists.
I absolutely recommended this location for your next stay in Kyoto.
Victoria
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Jennifer
Nov 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and comfortable, what you would expect from a traditional ryokan. The soaking tub and toilets were great, but located downstairs.
There were no handrails on the stairs and they were quite steep. Staff did not help with bags.
We had an amazing stay! The hotel is run by a lovely couple, who took great care of us. The hotel is beautiful, and extremely relaxing. This is my favourite hotel I have ever stayed in, and I would love to come back!
The host is very welcoming and enthusiastic to share places around. This is a traditional Japanese style living on tatami and Japanese futon along with a shared public bath. You will have the best rest sleeping on those futon in this quiet neighborhood. 7-11, Daiso, coin laundry and buses to major attractions are all within 5min of walk.
There is no restaurants, cafe, and subway stations around the inn. The stair to the 2nd floor is to strap and I had to carry my big luggage. The room is so cold and noisy. The worst thing is there is only one shared rest room in the 2nd floor. The rest room is smaller than the flight rest room. I strongly recommend to find another one.
stay away from this ryokan! it's so gross. there's mosquitoes everywhere, dirty walls and floors. a shower system that's more like a hostel environment than the amount we paid for the stay. don't waste your time or money!
I like how I Had to learn Japanese culture of putting on slippers before entering the facility and my experience of just being in a traditional Ryokin was worth my experience being in Japan
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this lovely Onsen in Kyoto. This Onsen is a traditional Japanese-style residence, complete with a picturesque garden, a hot soaking bath and the like. If you have not stayed at an Onsen, be aware that it is different than your traditional Western-style hotel. First off, you are required to take off your shoes upon entry (the entry itself is lovely) and wear slippers while inside. There are only a handful of rooms, and bathrooms and showers are shared among the occupants. You must schedule your shower/bath with the front desk attendant as well. If you get the Japanese-style room, there are no beds, as sleeping is done with a mat on the floor although they do have some rooms with Western-style beds too. The couple that runs the Onsen are very friendly and accommodating, speak English and will gladly help you get acquainted with the traditions of the Onsen as well as recommend places to eat and drink. If you are looking for an immersion into traditional accommodations and are open and respectful towards new experiences, I highly recommend staying here.
I came to this little Ryokan with high hope and ended up very disappointed therefore left 2days ahead of check out date .
Firstly. This is a very old house fallen into disrepair. You can hear anyone doing anything in it. Oh. Btw, there are six rooms in this property and all in the same floor. It is a shady, dilapidated, small wooden Japanese house .
Given that there are only two people serving in this property. That’s The 70s owner and his wife. So you know what to expect, folks. They are the rudest Japanese I’ve ever met in my whole life. After I reported the noise and the bed bug issues that I had fromstaying, the owner appeared to be very aggressively defensive. He wouldn’t had listened to my words but simply pissed me off. Huh? I paid for the room and you showed me no hospitality but hostility?
Last but not least. The hygiene conditions are seriously slacking . You have to share the unisex bathtub with ALL GUESTS. With the water reused. This might be acceptable for Japanese family, but definitely not for any customer. IT’S GROSS AND TRANSMISSIBLE.
Not to mention they use the kettle was made in 2005, hairdryer from last century, etc,.
I believe they seriously need some measurements to keep the mosquitoes, even bed bugs away from the property.
As some other reviewers advised, the position is odd and isolated. It is located in a residential neighborhood, with no much things to do nearby.
I am writing this review with honesty.
Kyoto possède un patrimoine et un charme incommensurable. Ce lieu permet alors de poursuivre l'appropriation de la culture japonaise et de belle manière. Nous y retournerons rien que pour retrouver la gentillesse des propriétaires.
불쾌,불친절,불편
공용 욕실마저도 22시까지는 돌아가야만 사용이 가능하며, 그나마도 주인 아저씨의 외국인 폄하 발언 *(욕실 문을 4번이나 허락없이 열며 깨끗이 사용하라고 하더군요. 외국인들은 샤워고 하지않고 욕조에 들어간다고 더럽다며. ) 화등 굉장히 불쾌하고 불편했습니다.
결국 비싼 요금으로 2박결제하고, 1박만 묵고 현지 다른호텔을 급히 잡아 이동했습니다. 일본 숙박 사이트 사용자 평가가 왜 악담뿐이었는지 알겠더군요. 절대 절대 절대 다시는 만나고싶지 않은 사람들과 숙소입니다.