Experience the serene atmosphere of Kyoto Higashiyamasou, a ryokan near Kiyomizu Temple. Relax in the indoor public bath, unwind in the garden, and stay connected with free WiFi - plus enjoy bike rentals and luggage storage for your convenience.
Located in Higashiyama Ward, a neighbourhood in Kyoto, Kyoto Higashiyamasou is near a train station. Yasaka Shrine and Nishiki Market are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Shijo Street and Pontocho Alley. Kyoto Municipal Zoo and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden are also worth visiting. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
Close to Yasaka Shrine and Kawaramachi Street, Kyoto Higashiyamasou provides an indoor public bath (no minerals), a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this ryokan include:
Japanese breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and luggage storage
A 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guest rooms at Kyoto Higashiyamasou have comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transport
No on-site parking available
Food and drink
Daily Japanese breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9 AM for a fee: JPY 1,650 per person
Things to do
Bicycle rentals
Family friendly
In-room refrigerator
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
Garden
Spa
Public bath open from 6:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Public indoor bath (no minerals)
Separate men/women areas in public bath
Yukata (Japanese robes)
More
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Toilet with electronic bidet
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
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: from approximately JPY 1650 per person
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 on-site public bathing facilities
Property is also known as
Inn Kyoto Higashiyamasou
Kyoto Higashiyamasou
Kyoto Higashiyamasou Inn
Higashiyamasou Inn
Higashiyamasou
Kyoto Higashiyamasou Kyoto
Kyoto Higashiyamasou Ryokan
Kyoto Higashiyamasou Ryokan Kyoto
Frequently asked questions
Is Kyoto Higashiyamasou pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Kyoto Higashiyamasou?
As of 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kyoto Higashiyamasou on 10 Mar 2026 start from NZ$312, 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 Higashiyamasou?
Kyoto Higashiyamasou doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Kyoto Higashiyamasou?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM.
What time is check-out at Kyoto Higashiyamasou?
Checkout is at 10 AM.
Where is Kyoto Higashiyamasou located?
Located in Higashiyama Ward, this ryokan is within a 10-minute walk of Hokanji Temple, Kiyomizu Temple and Yasaka Shrine. Shijo Street and Kawaramachi Street are also within 1 mile (2 km). Higashiyama Station is 20 minutes by foot and Sanjo Keihan Station is 21 minutes.
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Reviews
Kyoto Higashiyamasou Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Breakfast option is a must. If you want traditional Japanese stay experience this is the place. The staff goes out of the way to make your stay special.
Our stay at Kyoto Higashiyamasou was amazing. The hotel staff were so friendly and welcoming. The rooms were quaint and cosy. The traditional setting was just what we were looking for, a great experience. Overall fantastic would recommend.
We stayed for 5 days and the thing that really made our stay were the staff! So lovely, always looking after us and very patient with our kids. We loved the ryokan experience and using the onsen every evening. The location is also great for visiting the town. Thanks again for all the tips, the warm welcome and for looking after us so well.
My favorite part about this ryokan is that you can visit many landmarks by walking, one of which is Kiyomizu-dera. The ryokan is located within a picturesque part of Kyoto. It's a 20 minute walk from the nearest train and 5 minutes from a bus stop.
The staff were nice and understood English. You can request dietary needs for your included traditional breakfast. The breakfast is served at their restaurant and you can choose a time between 7 am and 8:30 am.
I didn't realize when reserving our stay that there is no shower in the room, instead there is a shared onsen. You can request a private time slot if you prefer.
Overall, the ryokan was a great choice for our historic Kyoto experience.
This hotel is outstanding! The staff were the friendliest and most helpful staff I have ever experienced at a hotel. The building itself is very clean and our room offered a stunning view of the Yasaka Pagoda. It is in the perfect location if you wish to visit Kiyomizu-dera. Also, the breakfast was delicious and beautifully prepared. I would definitely recommend this hotel and if I visit Kyōto again, this is where I will stay.
This wonderful ryokan provided the perfect Japanese-style hospitality while we visited Kyoto. Upon arrival we were created by several staff who welcomed us and got us into our slippers and the yukatas they provide all guests (a casual Japanese garment generally worn around the home). The onsen (communal spa) downstairs was a warm treat for our tired tourist bones and again, an interesting Japanese experience. The hotel was actually very quiet and we didn't run into any other guests at the spa or shared bathrooms. The hotels.com website says that there is one futon mattress per room, which caused me some pause when booking but that really should say one mattress per person. Our teenage son wanted a bit more softness so he actually took several mattresses from the room's cupboard and created his own version. We are vegetarians so sometimes meals are a challenge in places like Japan where folks use a lot of meat and fish sauce in most dishes, but their breakfast was a delicious work of art that everyone (including two super picky teenagers) loved (many pictures were taken!). The area is perfect; there are several sites within 5 minutes along with great restaurants and we used the hotel as the starting point for a number of walking tours. When we left, four staff followed us outside to see us off and wish us a pleasant journey. Overall, a really delightful and uniquely Japanese experience for the entire family!
Wanted to experience a Ryokan, and it was as expected. Entirely different, beautiful Onsen (mineral pool) total Japanese experience, excellent Japanese breakfast, respectful staff. If you have frequent bathroom needs, get a room with its own toilet. Directly in Higashiyamasou (exuding charm). Replicates living in 19th Century Kyoto!
We stayed just one night, but enjoyed a quiet, restful night and wonderful Japanese breakfast. The manager was informative and helpful (carrying our big suitcases up three stories!) There was a gorgeous view of the hills and Yasaka pagoda out our window. There is only a little English spoken; we are Japanese speakers and found everything easy to deal with. Traditional futons, kept spotlessly clean and fresh. Best ryokan, if a little older, that I've stayed in recently.
Only can say we really love the stays here in Kyoto higashiyamasou. The staff all really kind, the hotel is quiet. Although thete is share bathroom and toilet, but everything was perfect cleaning. The good visiting spots also just around, can easily visit these place. Breakfast in the hotel also amazing us, can experience Japanese food. We really love it. In the end, they even gave us the memorial photos which they took from us while our staying.
Felt warm and happy from them!!!
Nice place to stay, u must go if u got the chance.
素泊まりで1泊しました。トイレ、洗面台共有、大浴場という所に多少不安があったのですがどこも大変清潔にしてあり、快適に過ごすことができました。アメニティに含まれているタビや、お風呂を出た所に設置されているウォーターサーバーなど、細かい気遣いがされているな、と感じる宿でした。従業員の方々の対応も良く、ぜひまた泊りたいと思います。
清水寺まで歩いて2、3分です。東山・祇園を中心に観光される方にお勧めです。
Good location, affordable price and best hospitality. If you want to try Japanese style hotel, Higashiyama-so is one of the best hotel in Higashiyama area.
This Ryokan was in an excellent position, close to 4 main temples and beautiful cherry blossom lined streets.
The Ryokan was very nice and the staff were good. Nice little touches.