Skip to Main Content.
List your propertySupportTrips
Unlock instant savings with Member Prices
Sign in
Feedback

Kyoto Watazen Ryokan

3.5 star property
Ryokan with a hot tub, steps from Nishiki Market

Choose dates to view prices

Experience the essence of Kyoto at Watazen Ryokan, where traditional charm meets modern comfort. Unwind in the indoor public bath or spa tub, and enjoy local cuisine for breakfast. With a convenience store on site, luggage storage, and helpful staff nearby Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AED 758
AED 840 total
4 Dec - 5 Dec

Room options

View all photos for Japanese Style Room with Private Bath, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Japanese Style Room with Private Bath, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese Style Room with Shower Booth, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Japanese Style Room with Shower Booth, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
In-room safe
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese Style Room with Shower Booth, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Japanese Style Room with Shower Booth, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese Style Room with Private Bath, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Japanese Style Room with Private Bath, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

You may also like

Ad
View from property

HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa

Central Kyoto
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, 108 reviews
The price is AED 4,174
AED 5,280 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa

About the neighborhood

Map
Rokkakku - sagaru, Yanaginobaba, Nakagyo - ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 604-8113

What's nearby

  • Nishiki Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Shijo Street - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Pontocho Alley - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Nijō Castle - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Karasuma Station - 9 min walk
  • Karasuma Oike Station - 10 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Weekenders Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria Marita - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Common Well - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪むらじ - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪ヤキニク甲 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Kyoto Watazen Ryokan

Ryokan near Nishiki Market
Located close to Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley, Kyoto Watazen Ryokan provides an indoor public bath (no minerals), a grocery/convenience store, and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and a TV in the lobby
  • A front-desk safe, luggage storage, and an elevator
  • A vending machine, concierge services, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Kyoto Watazen Ryokan have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bidets, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Refrigerators, daily housekeeping, and desks

Similar properties

Public bath

RYOKAN GINKAKU KYOTO

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, 167 reviews
The price is AED 690
AED 764 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
RYOKAN GINKAKU KYOTO

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Offsite parking available (JPY 2,500 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: JPY 1,650 for adults and JPY 1,650 for children

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Turndown service

Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • 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.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 4 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

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 200-10,000 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 local cuisine breakfast: approximately JPY 1650 for adults and JPY 1650 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: JPY 2500 per day (164 ft away)

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Japanese futons are provided based on the number of adults in the reservation.

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
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities

Property is also known as

Kyoto Ryokan Watazen
Kyoto Watazen
Kyoto Watazen Ryokan
Ryokan Watazen
Watazen
Watazen Kyoto
Watazen Ryokan
Watazen Ryokan Kyoto
Watazen Hotel Kyoto
Kyoto Watazen Ryokan Kyoto
Kyoto Watazen Ryokan Ryokan
Kyoto Watazen Ryokan Ryokan Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Is Kyoto Watazen Ryokan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kyoto Watazen Ryokan?

As of 3 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kyoto Watazen Ryokan on 15 November 2025 start from $235.51, including 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 at Kyoto Watazen Ryokan?

This ryokan doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Kyoto Watazen Ryokan?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Kyoto Watazen Ryokan?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Kyoto Watazen Ryokan located?

Located in Downtown Kyoto, this ryokan is within a 5-minute walk of Nishiki Market and Shijo Street. Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley are also within 15 minutes. Karasuma Oike Station is 10 minutes by foot and Shiyakusho-mae Station is 11 minutes.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Kyoto Watazen Ryokan Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 305 out of 537 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 537 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 537 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 537 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 537 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Best place to stay. Breakfast was amazing! I loved the friendly staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fantastic traditional experience, but also very accessible for tourists. We loved the hospitality, food and location. Would recommend for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Charming stay in a great location

We loved our stay in this charming ryokan. Great location and only a block from Nishiki market. The service was friendly and helpful and they were very welcoming of our two small children. We had a lot of fun trying the traditional Japanese futons, baths and amazing breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great ryokan stay w traditional meals included or not (your preference) and public bath in basement. Super walkable - a block to nishiki market and next door to the cutest stationary store.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was absolutely wonderful. The staff was so helpful and accommodating. The best ramen I’ve ever had in Japan is also 50 metres down the street. Amazing service and value!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Francesca

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Too small no place to put anything Staff very friendly Facility outdated
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Hotel hours are too short for facilities like the onsen and coin laundry
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful traditional ryokan stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a charming historic ryokan. We loved the traditional breakfast we had each morning and the kaiseki dinner on our last night. The onsen is also terrific. The location truly can’t be beat. We were easily able to walk to almost all of the places we wanted to visit. There are great bakeries, coffee shops and cafes just steps away. And finally the staff here is the best! They went above and beyond to welcome us and share a bit of Japanese culture with us. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was fantastic to experience a more traditional Japanese style accommodation. The futon beds were really comfortable. Trying the Japanese breakfast was well worth it and the fried tofu in miso was delicious. It is great to find accommodation who goes above and beyond to be sustainable. The staff are very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location and the traditional Japanese ryokan experience every traveler should have! Get the breakfast, it was delicious. Excellent service.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sezin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We felt very welcomed. Amazing hospitality. Room service at its best and great treats! Hotel is very clean. Hotel bath is spotless and relaxing. Food is very tasty.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Rutger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mooie Ryokan met onsen en geweldig eten

Mooie Ryokan midden in de oude buurt en tegelijk op loopafstand van de grote winkels. Overnachten in een Ryokan is een ervaring en zeker een must. Prijs van de kamers is hoog en misschien wel te hoog in vergelijking met hotel of andere ryokans. Maar het eten, apart bijboeken, is in een woord geweldig. Hotels.com gaf aan dat we met 5 op een kamer kunnen slapen, daarvoor is de kamer echt te klein en dat moet je ook niet willen. Gelukkig bood de Ryokan een extra kamer zonder kosten aan zodat we met 2 en 3 op een kamer sliepen. Dat is prima. In de kelder een fijne onsen.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

chang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was the first time I stayed in a Ryokan. The etiquette and professionalism of the staff was above expectations. The Kaiseki dinner was good as any fine-dining experience I've had. The explanation of ingredient and preparation of each course was total bliss. Traditional Kyoto meals which focuses on the ingredients more than strong savoriness was perfect for my palette and soul. And I thank the elegant gentleman who greeted us and the young lady who explained the ryokan for being so gentle and professional. This ryokan stay made my Kyoto stay worthwhile.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phoebe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are amazing and make the futon bed for you! Traditional Japanese breakfast was memorable. Tea ceremony was a nice touch upon arrival!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful property with great amenities. we loved this traditional Japanese ryokan and the breakfast served was very good. The area was also very convenient to shopping, restaurants and scenic places.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our second stay. Wonderful ryokan. Excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a wonderful, authentic stay! The staff was incredible as was the traditional Japanese breakfast each morning. We felt like we experienced a true ryokan experience and we are so glad we chose this route. Highly recommend the public bath for a hot soak too!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location near Nishiki market. Cost efficient for a group of 5, 18 years old boys. Sleeping arrangement was fun and the onsen was clean and enjoyable. While we were out, the staff lay out the futons and they hung dry our wet clothes. Thank you for the hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tommy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good experience, with Japanese traditional.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeracah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming staff guided us through the traditional ryokan experience. We used the onsen once and had it all to ourselves. The traditional Japanese breakfasts were HUGE and delicious - a great way for me and my family to try foods we may not have otherwise. We stayed 4 nights and each days’ breakfasts were different. Some reviewers complained about the breakfasts being too small - I think that is because they didn’t purchase the full breakfast, which does cost more and is worth it. The hotel was a very short walk to Nishiki market. Convenient location and yet it was also very quiet. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jin Jin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff were very helpful and polite. Ms Hiroko especially went above and behond to assist us and we appreciate it. Beds were comfortable and traditional japanese breakfast was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the best place I stayed durung my first visit to Japan. I traveled throughout the country, and no place was better. It reminded me of staying at my grandmother's home when I was younger. The staff was especially kind and helpful. The bath was clean and relaxing. I especially felt honored by the formal welcome from the staff. They had a lady welcome me at the room and prepare green tea for me as she explained the facility. I had never stayed in a ryokan before, and my stay here was a great experience. Thank you all for enriching my life. Also, thank you for a restful place for during my tiring travels. I felt blessed to be there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

ケイスケ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
素晴らしい旅館です。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

sasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we had a great time here, the place was really well located, the staff was friendly and helpful, it was very comfortable. The hot bath was a huge plus.