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Hifumi Ryokan

2.5 star property
Ryokan near Kyoto Tower in Kyoto

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Restaurant

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711 Higashishiokoji-cho Nanajo Sagaru, Akezu-dori Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8216
  • Kyoto Tower
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Kawaramachi Street
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Kiyomizu Temple
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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Japanese-Style Room, Shared Bathroom (7 Tatami Mats) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Japanese-Style Room, Shared Bathroom (7 Tatami Mats)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Futon

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Japanese Room (10 tatami mats) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Japanese Room (10 tatami mats)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

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Japanese Room 6 Tatami mats | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Japanese Room 6 Tatami mats

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 96 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Heart of Kyoto.You'll be steps from Kyoto Tower and within a 10-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street with a stay at this Shimogyo Ward ryokan. Also, Higashi Honganji Temple is within half a mile (1 km) and Nishiki Market is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Kyoto Tower - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kawaramachi Street - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Fushimi Inari Shrine - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Kyoto Station - 2 min walk
  • Gojo Station - 9 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪HIRO Hamburg & Steak ヨドバシ京都店 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪すみび和くら 京都ヨドバシ店 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪新橋立呑処 へそ 京都駅前店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪しゃぶしゃぶ但馬屋 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪いなせや - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hifumi Ryokan

Ryokan near Kyoto Tower in Kyoto
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces.

This Kyoto ryokan is smoke free.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Hifumi Ryokan offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and slippers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, complimentary toiletries, hair dryers, and toothbrushes and toothpaste. This Kyoto ryokan provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath (no minerals) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men and women areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 4:00 PM to 11:30 PM.

Languages

English, Japanese

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: JPY 1,500 for adults and JPY 1,200 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Kaiseki meal

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Tatami (woven mat) flooring

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets 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

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 200-1,000 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately JPY 1500 for adults and JPY 1200 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 bathing facility
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of 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

Hifumi Ryokan Kyoto
Hifumi Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hifumi Ryokan to the airport?

Hifumi Ryokan is 30.1 mi (50-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hifumi Ryokan have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hifumi Ryokan.

Does Hifumi Ryokan offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hifumi Ryokan, but local cuisine breakfast is offered for a fee of JPY 1500 for adults and JPY 1200 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Hifumi Ryokan?

No, there is no casino at this ryokan.

What time is check-in at Hifumi Ryokan?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Hifumi Ryokan?

Free parking is not available at this ryokan.

Does Hifumi Ryokan have a pool?

Hifumi Ryokan does not have a pool.

Does Hifumi Ryokan have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hifumi Ryokan have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this ryokan.

How close is Hifumi Ryokan to downtown Kyoto?

Hifumi Ryokan is 1.7 mi away from Kyoto.

Hifumi Ryokan Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 127 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christell

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Humble ryokan in Kyoto. The building and facilities are a bit dated, nothing fancy but does the job. Public bath available until midnight. Breakfast included and it was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was incredible, attentive and pleasant. Stayed one night with partner and two children. Really enjoyed the dinner and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Pros and Cons. Pros: The hotel staff is very friendly and go out of their way to be helpful. The food is plentiful and they go out of their way to give a full range of traditional Japanese food. Cons: The hotel is dated and while the rooms are clean, they are somewhat worn and run-down. For example, holes in the screens, worn carpet, older fixtures, stains on walls, etc. The location is excellent (5 min walk from Kyoto station and a block away from a convenience store). The food experience was fun for our family of 5. Our only food suggestion would be to have more of an explanation for what we were eating (but it was a bit of an adventure to try new things). Overall, staying here is not a bad choice. It just seems that for the money, it should have been a little better maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying at Hifumi Ryokan was awesome! The staff there was always ready to help out and some even knew some English! The room itself was comfortable and sleeping on the futons was not much different than sleeping on a regular bed. The breakfast was very traditional and has good and bad points to it if you are not used to it. However, the location of Hifumi cannot be understated. It is right next to Kyoto Station so it is very easy to go to places like Osaka or Nara for the day and come back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We spend almost 30 minutes at the front desk for them to locate our reservations. Showed them the confirmation over and over but still have problems finding our reservations. Language is also a problem and when they finally found the reservations and show us to our room, the room was not even ready. No towels and only 1 set of kimonos. Room is very small and old, bathroom extremely small. Really not worth what we’re paying for. Only thing is location very convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Caroline

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Comfortable and convenient

This was a great base for visiting Kyoto, near the station and easy to find. Our room was comfortable and had everything we needed. The breakfasts were delicious and had lots of choice. Not all the front desk staff spoke English, but they were friendly and helpful, and we got sorted everything out, including sending our luggage back to Tokyo successfully.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Visited with my family of 4 and had a wonderful experience. Very close to the metro and lots of restaurants. The area was very walkable and convenient. The staff was very friendly and took the time to explain everything as this was our first ryokan experience. The facilities were clean and comfortable. I would definitely come back and would recommend to others!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Quyen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The employees were very friendly and helpful. The room were very clean. Restaurants are close by. About 5 minutes from Kyoto Station.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daisy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was our first time staying at a Ryokan. The room was clean and very comfortable, especially the beds. The dinner and breakfast was phenomenal. Service was smooth and very good. It was an amazing experience. We left feeling well rested.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful. Nice ryokan amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Sang

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
We enjoyed our stay. Close to train and bus stations. Close to shopping and dining.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

Excellent first ryokan experience!

Pros: Walking distance from Kyoto station Breakfast was excellent If you pick the half board option, you will also be served a traditional Japan dinner which is an amazing experience Cons: Shared public bath might come as a cultural shock to some
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

bhawna

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Unforgettable ryokan experience

Convenient location very close to Kyoto station. Staffs are very helpful and accommodating. Breakfast and dinner are unforgettable. We are happy to stay in ryokan instead chain hotel in Kyoto. Unique experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Kimberly

Disliked: Staff & service
I booked the room with board (meals) and emailed them a month early with my food allergies (sesame and nuts) and also provided them a list of my allergies along with the translation of it in Japanese the day I arrived. I asked multiple staff members if they could accommodate my allergies. They assured me yes. I ate their meal and immediately had an allergic reaction. I called the waitress over and said "does this have sesame?!" and she said "oh yes, that food does, don't eat that"! I spent the next 10 hours throwing up in my room and could not enjoy the facilities. This was unbelievable to spend almost $150 on the meal - and to have their staff lie to me after I checked 1 month early, the day of, and even provided them the list in Japanese, and to immediately eat something with sesame in it. They assured me the food was safe and clearly they could have cared less. I wish I could get my money back. DO NOT EAT HERE IF YOU HAVE ALLERGIES.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023