Kyoto has several excellent ryokan in the middle price range. These ryokan offer traditional surroundings and excellent service. Some of them also serve Japanese meals.
Ishibekoji Muan
Nishiyama Ryokan
Gion Yoshiima
Ryokan Izuyasu
If you’re looking for the best ryokan in Kyoto where money is no object, see our Best Ryokan In Kyoto list. Also see our Best Budget Ryokan In Kyoto list if you need to stretch your travel cash further.
Ishibeikoji Muan
Ishibei-koji Muan guest room
Ishibeikoji Muan is a magical little ryokan located on our favorite pedestrian lane in Kyoto. It’s a private sanctuary that you will love coming home to.
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Nishiyama Ryokan
Nishiyama Ryokan guest room
Nishiyama Ryokan is modern moderately priced ryokan in Central Kyoto, just north of downtown, good for those who want to try the ryokan experience without breaking the bank.
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Ryokan Izuyasu
Ryokan Izuyasu guest room
Ryokan Izuyasu is a homey, traditional ryokan a short walk north of Kyoto Station and almost directly across from the awesome Higashi-Hongan-ji Temple complex.
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Gion Yoshiima
Gion Yoshiima exterior
Gion Yoshiima is a superb little family-run guesthouse with a great location in the heart of Gion. It would serve as an excellent base for exploring southern Higashiyama.
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Ryokan Inakatei
Ryokan Inakatei guest room
Ryokan Inakatei is a beautiful traditional ryokan on Ishibei-koji Lane, which is the most beautiful lane in the city. The ryokan is a real beauty and the location is stunning.
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More Kyoto Ryokan info:
- Kyoto Ryokan overview
- Best Luxury Ryokan In Kyoto
- Best Mid Range Ryokan In Kyoto
- Best Budget Ryokan In Kyoto
- Best Ryokan Near Kyoto
- Kyoto’s Best Ryokan For Families
- Kyoto’s Best Ryokan For Couples
- Kyoto Machiya
- Should You Stay In A Ryokan, Hotel, Machiya, Or Airbnb In Kyoto?
Best High-End Ryokan In Kyoto
- Tawaraya (Read guest reviews of Tawaraya on TripAdvisor.com)
- Hiiragiya Ryokan (Read guest reviews of Hiiragiya on TripAdvisor.com)
- Ugenta (Read guest reviews of Ugenta on TripAdvisor.com)
- Hoshinoya (Read guest reviews of Hoshinoya on TripAdvisor.com)
- Seikoro (check availability on Booking.com and Agoda.com)
- Yoshida Sanso (check availability on Booking.com and Agoda.com)
- Garden Ryokan Yachiyo (check availability on Booking.com and Agoda.com)
Best Mid Price Ryokan In Kyoto
- Hirashin Ryokan (check availability on Booking.com or Agoda.com)
- Nishiyama Ryokan (check availability on Booking.com or Agoda.com)
- Ryokan Izuyasu (check availability on Booking.com or Agoda.com)
Best Budget Ryokan In Kyoto
- Kyoto Yoshimizu (Read guest reviews of Kyoto Yoshimizu on TripAdvisor.com)
- Ryokan Shimizu (check availability on Booking.com or Agoda.com)
- Uemera Ryokan (check availability on Booking.com or Agoda.com)
- Matsubaya Ryokan (check availability on Booking.com or Agoda.com)
- Hanakiya Ryokan (check availability on Booking.com or Agoda.com)
- Tanaka-ya (check availability on Booking.com or Agoda.com)
More Kyoto Hotels info:
- Kyoto Hotels Overview
- Check availability and pricing for Kyoto hotels at Booking.com and Agoda.com
- The Best Places To Stay In Kyoto
- Where To Stay In Kyoto
- Best New Kyoto Hotels
- The Most Romantic Hotels and Ryokan in Kyoto
- Best Value Hotels In Kyoto
- Kyoto Vacation Rentals
- Best Luxury Hotels in Kyoto
- Best Boutique Hotels in Kyoto
- Best Small Hotels in Kyoto
- Best Mid-Range Hotels in Kyoto
- Best Budget Hotels in Kyoto
- Best Kyoto Hostels and Guesthouses
- Best Kyoto Hotels For Families
- Best Japanese Hotel Chains
- Should You Stay In A Ryokan, Hotel, Machiya, Or Airbnb In Kyoto?
- Best Ryokan In Kyoto
- Kyoto Machiya
Kyoto Vacation Checklist
- ESSENTIALS – For all the essentials in a brief overview, see my First Time In Kyoto guide
- HOTELS – Check Kyoto accommodation availability on Booking.com and Agoda.com - often you can book with no upfront payment and free cancellation
- BULLET TRAIN – You can buy shinkansen (bullet train) tickets online from Klook - popular routes include Tokyo to Kyoto, Kyoto to Osaka and Kyoto to Tokyo
- WHERE TO STAY – Need tips on where to stay? See my one page guide Where To Stay In Kyoto
- PACKING LIST – See my comprehensive Packing List For Japan
- SIM CARDS – You can buy an eSim to activate in Japan or buy a data-only SIM card online for collection when you arrive at Tokyo's Narita or Haneda Airports or Kansai International Airport. You can also rent an unlimited data pocket wifi router
- FLIGHTS – Compare Japan flight prices and timings to find the best deals
- JAPAN RAIL PASS – If you're making frequent train journeys during your visit, you might save money with Japan Rail Pass – see if it's worth it for you
- TRAVEL INSURANCE – World Nomads offers simple and flexible travel insurance. Buy at home or while traveling and claim online from anywhere in the world
- WANT HELP? – Do you want help planning your trip? Chris Rowthorn and his team of Japan experts at Japan Travel Consulting can help
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