The Best Hotels Closest to Ryoan-ji Temple in Kyoto for 2026

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and chairs.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, a sliding door, and a hanging light fixture.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and wooden chairs.

A pathway lined with bamboo plants and a wet surface, leading to a building entrance.

1. Tanoya

Nishijin, 2.9 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

Jeremy

￥27,636

￥35,545 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A traditional Japanese interior with sliding doors, a wooden staircase, and a kitchen area.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a wooden ceiling.

A garden with a bamboo gate, stone pathway, and various plants.

2. Retreat Kamikashiwano

Nishijin, 1.8 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

Zane

￥16,622

￥18,343 total

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A room with two beds, a large window with a view of bamboo outside, and a hanging lamp.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, a sliding door with a view of bamboo, and a hanging scroll.

A room with a wooden table, a sofa, and a large window with a red umbrella outside.

A building with vertical wooden slats, a small bonsai tree, and a sign reading "Guest House Oumi".

3. Guest House Oumi - Hostel

Nakagyo Ward, 3.1 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

José

￥3,702

￥5,279 total

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, surrounded by autumn foliage.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and futon beds.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden structure and white walls, surrounded by a garden with fallen autumn leaves.

A compact hotel room with a dining table, chairs, a small kitchen area, and a traditional Japanese artwork on the wall.

4. Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

Nishijin, 2.1 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

Camden

￥4,452

￥4,941 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A modern spa area with a water feature, snow-covered plants, and a view of a hilly landscape.

A modern indoor space with a round table, two chairs, and a view of a garden through a glass wall.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a round table, a bed, and a mirror reflecting the room.

A room with a large window offering a view of a residential area with houses and autumn foliage.

5. ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts

Kita Ward, 2.2 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

"The tranquility of the place the peacefulness the wonderful staff nothing was too much from the time we arrived the staff were superb. The ammenities fabulous. This hotel was at another level we stayed 2 nights breakfast was amazing and delicious the rooms were excellent the bed so comfortable very clean !!! 10/10 I didn’t want to leave !!! The most amazing stay and experience from the stunning views pool, and fabulous staff !!!"

BRANSKI RENTALS PTY LTD

￥98,400

￥135,076 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a coffee machine.

A small, modern bathroom with a wooden chair, a white sink, and a mirror.

A modern building with a wooden balcony, a bicycle parking area, and a sign indicating a stay & lounge facility.

A traditional Japanese building with a multi-tiered roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a calm body of water.

6. Kefu Stay & Lounge

Nishijin, 2.3 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

Jason

￥5,510

￥6,080 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

Two single beds with white linens, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A dining area with a table set for four, including bowls, plates, and a coffee mug. There is a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall above the table.

A wooden staircase with floral wallpaper on both sides, leading to a landing with a light fixture above.

A compact kitchenette with a sink, a small refrigerator, and a shelf with dishes.

7. Kyogura Bettei Nijo

Nakagyo Ward, 3.1 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

Ashley

￥7,055

￥7,782 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A modern indoor pool with a wooden wall and a large window.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a central seating area.

8. La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo

Nakagyo Ward, 3 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

Yuen Ling

￥6,533

￥7,284 total

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen door, a tatami mat in the center, and a small table with a vase and decorative items.

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, and a window with blinds.

A traditional Japanese house with a wooden gate, a small balcony, and a potted plant.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a shoji screen.

9. Holiday home Nijo Sikibu An Kyoto

Nakagyo Ward, 3.2 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

Nutthakarn

￥17,807

￥19,588 total

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city.

A hotel entrance with a modern design, featuring a wooden door labeled "RESI STAY" and a sign for "Nishijin."

An elevator with a sign indicating the direction to the elevator.

A hotel entrance with a reception desk, a wooden door labeled "RESI STAY Nishijin," and a grill area in the background.

10. RESI STAY Nishijin

Nishijin, 2.4 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

Beverly Grace

￥11,218

￥21,140 total

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A modern bathroom with a wooden interior, a bathtub, and a view of a garden through a glass door.

A traditional Japanese building with a sliding door, a small outdoor area with a wooden bench, and a potted plant with autumn leaves.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, a sofa, tatami flooring, and a view through an open door.

A traditional Japanese building with a dark facade, a lantern, and a sliding door.

11. OKU Kamishichiken

Nishijin, 1.9 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

Aimee

￥38,737

￥42,611 total

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A traditional Japanese garden with a wooden walkway, stone lanterns, and a small pond.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a wooden wall.

A traditional Japanese entrance with a wooden door, a sign with Japanese characters, and bicycles parked outside.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen door, and a view of greenery outside.

12. Guesthouse KINGYOYA - Hostel

Nishijin, 2.5 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

JASON

￥7,527

￥8,345 total

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen door, and a small garden area visible through the door.

A kitchen with a tiled backsplash, stainless steel sink, and a built-in microwave.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden door, potted plants, and a tiled roof.

A traditional Japanese building with wooden sliding doors, a potted plant, and a lantern.

13. Kokonoe Machiya

Nishijin, 2.9 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

Midori

￥15,244

￥16,836 total

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A building with a wooden facade, a set of bicycles parked in front, and a sign above the entrance.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen, a calligraphy scroll, a tea set, and a small shelf with a book and a teapot.

A wooden staircase with a vase of white flowers on the left.

A hotel room with a wooden ceiling, a bed with white bedding, a nightstand with a lamp, and a sliding glass door with a view.

14. Guest House Kyorakuya Kinkakuji

Kita Ward, 1.3 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

Mami

￥12,091

￥13,364 total

Sep 13 - Sep 14

The exterior of Sakura Hotel with a prominent neon sign, a brick facade, and a clear blue sky in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a sofa, and a stone wall with a phone on it.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a phone, a chair, a chandelier, and a window with blinds.

A bathtub with a control panel, a handheld showerhead, and a wall-mounted faucet.

15. HOTEL LEGEND PLUS - Adults Only

Kita Ward, 1.4 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

Robert

￥16,069

￥17,824 total

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, sliding doors, and a view of a garden.

A wooden bench with a potted plant beside it, a wooden door, and a view into a room with a bed and a nightstand.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, and sliding doors.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a sliding door with a view of a garden.

16. Miun Kinkakuji

Nishijin, 1.8 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

SEUNGMIN

￥28,485

￥31,333 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A hotel room with two beds, a dark patterned wall, a painting, and a ceiling light fixture.

A narrow urban street with a building labeled "Floral Green Maple House" on the right.

A hotel corridor with two elevators, a red door, and a window with plush toys.

A hallway with a patterned carpet, a potted plant, and a door with a number plate.

17. Floral Green Maple House

2.6 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

Theodore

￥6,351

￥7,025 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, a microwave, and a television.

A multi-story brick building with balconies, a covered entrance, and visible signage.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a digital clock, and a bulletin board.

18. Kyoto Uraraka Guest House

Kamigyo Ward, 3.2 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

Renae

￥4,995

￥5,550 total

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A building with a sign that reads "Kyoto-Nijo Premium."

A modern buffet setup with multiple food stations, wooden cabinetry, and a spacious layout.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a circular window with a forest view, and sliding doors with a grid pattern.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a shower area, and a window providing natural light.

19. Urban Hotel Kyoto Nijo Premium

Nakagyo Ward, 3 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

YAYU

￥9,237

￥10,161 total

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

A traditional Japanese garden with a stone pathway, a rock garden, and a wooden structure.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a futon bed.

A bar with shelves of various bottles and glasses, some with Japanese labels.

20. Guesthouse Sakura Komachi - Hostel

Kita Ward, 1.5 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

Erwan

￥5,710

￥6,734 total

Sep 17 - Sep 18

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Compare popular hotels close to Ryoan-ji Temple

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Tanoya	10.0 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
Retreat Kamikashiwano	9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews	View
Guest House Oumi - Hostel	9.6 Exceptional 62 reviews	View
Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto	9.4 Exceptional 324 reviews	View
ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts	9.8 Exceptional 71 reviews	View

Top Ryoan-ji Temple Hotel Reviews

Urban Hotel Kyoto Nijo Premium

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel close to Nijo station and Castle. The staff was friendly and helpful. Room was clean and spacious. Close to grocery store and a few restaurants. Laundry amenities handy to have available."

Ryokan Nenrinbo

10/10 Excellent

"The service is spectacular and accommodating. The view of the mountains is breathtaking and peaceful. I recommend their dinner service. Worth it!"

Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay, room was clean. Laundry and kitchen well provided. Overall"

La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo

10/10 Excellent

"The breakfast was excellent, great access to public transport and friendly English speaking staff. The bedroom was clean with a powerful water presure shower. highly recommend hotel in Kyoto."

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

10/10 Excellent

"Best choice I made"

HOTEL ECCLESIA

10/10 Excellent

"The traditional room was amazing! It is not located in the main heart of the tourist area so it was quiet. It is a 5 minute walk to the train station. We walked all around the area here and loved seeing Kyoto from here."

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

8/10 Good

"The room was small but neat. Amenities downstairs were good. Staff was courteous."

Hotel Excellence Enmachi Ekimae

8/10 Good

"ash"

RESI STAY Nishijin

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location. Very clean place with everything you need. Fantastic costumer service and great shuttle to the apartment. Great for families with teens!"

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A traditional wooden structure overlooking a lush, green forest with a pond.

Ninna-ji Temple

8.0/10 (1 review)

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A field of purple irises with green grass and trees in the background.

Keishuin Garden

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Toji-in Temple

Toji-in Temple is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Kyoto Museum for World Peace

You can study the exhibits at Kyoto Museum for World Peace, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Kyoto. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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Shunkoin Temple

Shunkoin Temple is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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Myoshinji Temple

After visiting Myoshinji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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Torin-in Temple

Torin-in Temple is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

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Taizo-in Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Taizo-in Garden, a lovely green space in Kyoto. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ryoan-ji Temple?

Ryoan-ji Temple is located in a culturally rich area of Kyoto known for its array of dining options and temples. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 10 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Ryoan-ji Temple?

Kyoto Omuro Kadensho（Kyoritsu Resorts） is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this ryokan offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Ryoan-ji Temple. Other good options within 5 miles include Ryokan Yamazaki and OKU Kamishichiken.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Ryoan-ji Temple?

Expedia has 10 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Ryoan-ji Temple.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Ryoan-ji Temple, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Ryoan-ji Temple.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Ryoan-ji Temple?

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What can I see and do near Ryoan-ji Temple?

Kyoto Arashiyama Orgel Museum, Kyoto International Manga Museum, and Kyoto Railway Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Nishiki Market, Ninna-ji Temple, and Kinkaku-ji Temple are must-sees while exploring the area. You can catch a show at Kyoto Concert Hall, Minamiza Theater, and Gion Corner.

How can I get to Ryoan-ji Temple?

With so many choices for transportation, seeing all of the area near Ryoan-ji Temple is simple. You can access metro transit at Uzumasa Tenjingawa Station, Hanazono Station, and Uzumasa Station. If you're taking a train into town, Saiin Station, Yamanouchi Station, and Nishioji-Sanjo Station are the stations closest to Ukyo Ward.

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Our top choices for Ryoan-ji Temple hotels

1. Tanoya

2. Retreat Kamikashiwano

3. Guest House Oumi - Hostel

4. Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

5. ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts

6. Kefu Stay & Lounge

7. Kyogura Bettei Nijo

8. La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo

9. Holiday home Nijo Sikibu An Kyoto

10. RESI STAY Nishijin

11. OKU Kamishichiken

12. Guesthouse KINGYOYA - Hostel

13. Kokonoe Machiya

14. Guest House Kyorakuya Kinkakuji

15. HOTEL LEGEND PLUS - Adults Only

16. Miun Kinkakuji

17. Floral Green Maple House

18. Kyoto Uraraka Guest House

19. Urban Hotel Kyoto Nijo Premium

20. Guesthouse Sakura Komachi - Hostel

Compare popular hotels close to Ryoan-ji Temple

Top Ryoan-ji Temple Hotel Reviews

Urban Hotel Kyoto Nijo Premium

Ryokan Nenrinbo

Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

HOTEL ECCLESIA

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

Hotel Excellence Enmachi Ekimae

RESI STAY Nishijin

Other attractions near Ryoan-ji Temple

Ninna-ji Temple

Keishuin Garden

Toji-in Temple

Kyoto Museum for World Peace

Shunkoin Temple

Myoshinji Temple

Torin-in Temple

Taizo-in Garden

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