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 garden with a stone lantern, moss, rocks, and a small pond.

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

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

1. Tanoya

Nishijin, 2.9 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

Jeremy

￥20,509

￥27,690 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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

A traditional Japanese-style interior with a central bonsai tree, wooden beams, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

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.

2. 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

￥90,200

￥124,703 total

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

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

A tatami mat room with a low table and two cushions.

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

3. Guest House Oumi - Hostel

Nakagyo Ward, 3.1 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

José

￥4,201

￥5,883 total

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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 traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, a cushioned chair, and a bed.

4. Retreat Kamikashiwano

Nishijin, 1.8 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

Zane

￥17,206

￥18,927 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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

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

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

A compact kitchen with a stove, microwave, and sink. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a small seating area with a sofa and curtains.

5. Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

Nishijin, 2.1 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

Camden

￥4,079

￥4,543 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A modern room with wooden furniture, a grey sofa, and potted plants.

A modern interior with wooden flooring and a unique geometric design.

A wooden interior with a central staircase, wooden walls, and a bed in the background.

6. Hostel Sui Kyoto

Nishijin, 2.4 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

￥8,134

￥9,016 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A traditional Japanese interior with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a view of a garden.

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

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

A bedroom with a bed, wooden flooring, and a traditional sliding door.

7. Heian Kyu Dairi No Yado

Nishijin, 2.8 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

Helen

￥21,743

￥26,991 total

Sep 4 - Sep 5

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

Tomoko

￥6,270

￥7,021 total

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

A neatly made bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, a bedside lamp, and a window with curtains.

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

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

9. Kefu Stay & Lounge

Nishijin, 2.3 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

Jason

￥5,455

￥6,025 total

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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

A small, narrow walk-in closet with a metal rack and a white wall.

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.

10. Kyogura Bettei Nijo

Nakagyo Ward, 3.1 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

Ashley

￥6,255

￥6,910 total

Sep 3 - Sep 4

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 traditional Japanese setting with a tatami mat table, a sake set, a stone lantern, and a large stone hot spring bath.

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

￥37,078

￥40,786 total

Sep 25 - Sep 26

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

A traditional Japanese-style dining room with a wooden table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.

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

12. Holiday home Nijo Sikibu An Kyoto

Nakagyo Ward, 3.2 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

Nutthakarn

￥17,807

￥19,588 total

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A traditional Japanese interior with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a view into a room with sliding doors.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen, and a stone fireplace.

A traditional Japanese interior with tatami mat flooring, a low wooden table, and sliding doors leading to a tatami room.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, cushioned seating, and a television.

13. Yura Machiya Holiday House

Nishijin, 2.8 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

Jesus

￥33,505

￥36,941 total

Sep 4 - Sep 5

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

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

A modern bathroom with a wooden vanity, a towel rack, and a shower area with vertical blinds.

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

14. RESI STAY Nishijin

Nishijin, 2.4 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

Beverly Grace

￥7,573

￥16,536 total

Sep 10 - Sep 11

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 room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen, and a futon bed.

15. Kokonoe Machiya

Nishijin, 2.9 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

Midori

￥14,677

￥16,269 total

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

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

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

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

16. Guesthouse KINGYOYA - Hostel

Nishijin, 2.5 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

JASON

￥7,446

￥8,264 total

Sep 11 - Sep 12

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

A hotel with a prominent sign, large windows, and a brick facade.

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

17. HOTEL LEGEND PLUS - Adults Only

Kita Ward, 1.4 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

Robert

￥15,145

￥16,833 total

Sep 3 - Sep 4

The exterior of Hotel Ecclesia with a reception desk, a phone, and a digital display.

A room with a wooden table, four gray cushions, a television on a stand, and a sliding door.

A hotel named 'Hotel Ecclesia' with a modern design, featuring a checkered floor pattern, a bike parking area, and a visible elevator.

A reception desk with two monitors, a wooden slat wall, and a tiled floor.

18. HOTEL ECCLESIA

Nakagyo Ward, 3.1 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

Wayne

￥4,595

￥5,455 total

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A traditional Japanese building with a dark wooden gate and sliding doors.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a television on a wooden stand.

A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, a stone wall with greenery, and a small pond.

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

19. Demizu Machiya

Nishijin, 3 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

"古い建物なので、寝室への階段が急であったり、土間から居間へ上がる段差の高さなど、高齢の人には不向きかもしれないが、それに目を瞑れば、京都の街並みを楽しみながら風情を楽しめる立地と施設でした。駅まで遠いので駐車場があるのはありがたかったです。 2泊だったから良かったですが、長期で滞在するなら洗濯機が無いのは厳しい点かもしれません。コインランドリーも遠かったので、、、"

Yusaku

￥28,116

￥34,021 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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

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

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 reception area with a wooden counter, a floral wallpaper, a framed certificate, and a traditional Japanese fan.

20. Guest House Kyorakuya Kinkakuji

Kita Ward, 1.3 km from Ryoan-ji Temple

Mami

￥10,145

￥11,236 total

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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Compare popular hotels close to Ryoan-ji Temple

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Tanoya	10.0 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts	9.8 Exceptional 71 reviews	View
Guest House Oumi - Hostel	9.6 Exceptional 62 reviews	View
Retreat Kamikashiwano	9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews	View
Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto	9.4 Exceptional 323 reviews	View

Top Ryoan-ji Temple Hotel Reviews

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room Staffs were pretty helpful Breakfast was alright, but not super good. Air conditioning was excellent. Going in August and the whole hotel was really cool."

The Royal Park Canvas Kyoto Nijo

10/10 Excellent

"Quiet. Laundry facility was full all the time due to only having 2 machines on 2 floors only."

KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

8/10 Good

"The hotel had a wonderful apartment-style setup, including a kitchenette that made it easy and convenient to prepare our own breakfast. We especially appreciated having two toilets and separate bedrooms, which worked perfectly for our family since we were traveling with our adult daughter. The location was convenient with 7-11 nearby, food options, with a wonderful small Italian inspired cafe next door- with excellent cappuccino. It was also also within a short walking distance of Nijo Castle and the Anime museum, making it easy to explore the area. The only downside was the sliding door to the main bedroom. It tended to stick and was quite loud when opening or closing. Unfortunately, this sometimes woke us up when we needed to get up to use the bathroom during the night. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and really appreciated the spacious, home-like setup and convenient location."

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

10/10 Excellent

"Best choice I made"

Ryokan Yamazaki

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful home and garden. Staff was exceptionally nice and helpful. Loved the dinner and breakfast. Very pleased with our stay."

La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent value. Location is somewhat convenient. We weren’t looking for a big city feel. The nearest train station was about 7 min walk and connect us to everything. We walked mostly, even to Gion (about an hour) but we like to explore new city that way. Didn’t get to use the public amenities but the room is comfortable albeit smaller. We stayed for 4 nights and loved that there is a 7-11 across the street;)"

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."

Urban Hotel Kyoto Nijo Premium

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful experience with polite and professional staff"

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

8/10 Good

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

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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

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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?

Ryokan Yamazaki is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this ryokan offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Ryoan-ji Temple. Other good options within 5 miles include Urban Hotel Kyoto Nijo Premium and Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto.

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

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. ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts

3. Guest House Oumi - Hostel

4. Retreat Kamikashiwano

5. Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

6. Hostel Sui Kyoto

7. Heian Kyu Dairi No Yado

8. La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo

9. Kefu Stay & Lounge

10. Kyogura Bettei Nijo

11. OKU Kamishichiken

12. Holiday home Nijo Sikibu An Kyoto

13. Yura Machiya Holiday House

14. RESI STAY Nishijin

15. Kokonoe Machiya

16. Guesthouse KINGYOYA - Hostel

17. HOTEL LEGEND PLUS - Adults Only

18. HOTEL ECCLESIA

19. Demizu Machiya

20. Guest House Kyorakuya Kinkakuji

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Top Ryoan-ji Temple Hotel Reviews

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

The Royal Park Canvas Kyoto Nijo

KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

Ryokan Yamazaki

La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo

HOTEL ECCLESIA

Urban Hotel Kyoto Nijo Premium

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

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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