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Ishicho

4.0 star property
4-star ryokan near Kiyomizu Temple

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Oyado Ishicho Tower - Japanese Room | 1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, cribs/infant beds
Hot springs
Oyado Ishicho Tower - Japanese Room | 1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, cribs/infant beds
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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Kawaramachi Dori Takeya Higashi Iru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 604-0901
  • Heian Shrine
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Nishiki Market
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Kyoto University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪47 min drive‬

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Ishicho Shogikuen Tower - Japanese Room | 1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, cribs/infant beds

Ishicho Shogikuen Tower - Japanese Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Oyado Ishicho Tower - Japanese Room | Living area | TV

Oyado Ishicho Tower - Japanese Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Twin Futons

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Kyoto ryokan, you'll find Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley. Nishiki Market and Kyoto University are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Heian Shrine - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kyoto University - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Nijō Castle - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Jingu-marutamachi Station - 6 min walk
  • Shiyakusho-mae Station - 7 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Locanda - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Japaneseまぜ麺 MARUTA - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪SCHOOL BUS COFFEE STOP KYOTO - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪つるや夷川 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪焼肉嘉 - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Ishicho

4-star ryokan near Kiyomizu Temple
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Ishicho offers its guests hot springs. A vending machine, gift shops/newsstands, and karaoke are also featured at Ishicho. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Kyoto ryokan.

  • 112 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • Karaoke
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
Ishicho offers 112 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and slippers. Beds feature down comforters. This Kyoto ryokan provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bidets, toilets with an electronic bidet, and complimentary toiletries. Cribs/infant beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.
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 11:00 PM. There are hot springs on site.

Languages

English, Japanese

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Uncovered self parking on site (JPY 1,000 per night)
  • Uncovered extended parking on site (JPY 1,000 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: JPY 1,650 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Hot springs
  • Karaoke
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for JPY 3000.0 per stay.

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 1650 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: JPY 1000 per night
  • Uncovered extended parking fee: JPY 1000 per night
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: JPY 3000.0 per stay

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Guests who wish to book breakfast are encouraged to contact the property 2 days before arrival to pre-book it.

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

Ishicho
Oyado Ishicho
Oyado Ishicho Inn
Oyado Ishicho Inn Kyoto
Oyado Ishicho Kyoto
Ishicho Inn Kyoto
Ishicho Inn
Ishicho Kyoto
Ishicho Kyoto
Ishicho Ryokan
Ishicho Ryokan Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

How close is Ishicho to the airport?

Ishicho is 32 mi (60-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Ishicho have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Ishicho.

Does Ishicho offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Ishicho, but local cuisine breakfast is offered for a fee of JPY 1650 per person. It's available every day from 7 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Ishicho?

No, there is no casino at this ryokan.

What time is check-in at Ishicho?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Ishicho?

Free parking is not available at this ryokan. Self parking is available for JPY 1000 per night. Extended parking is available for JPY 1000 per night.

Does Ishicho have a pool?

Ishicho does not have a pool.

Does Ishicho have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this ryokan.

How close is Ishicho to downtown Kyoto?

Ishicho is 0.3 mi away from Kyoto.

Ishicho Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 153 out of 442 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 195 out of 442 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 442 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 442 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 442 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

J

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you Ishicho for making my stay in Kyoto so memorable. Loved our tatami room, the impressive and traditional breakfast buffet, and all staff were kind and helpful. Highlight for me was their bathhouse, such a relaxing experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

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

Large room in friendly ryokan.

Lovely hotel in good location very close to river, imperial palace and markets. Good access to subway. Room was clean and large. Toilet a bit musty in smell.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice area if u wanna relax but a bit far from most places
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anitza

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay. This hotels maintains a local vibe and look which I appreciated for my first stay at Kyoto. The breakfast was amazing! Great options and delicious The rooms have great space and traditional look. The futons where comfortable enough to sleep well and I like how organize and label everything was. There was a humidifier in room, a nice touch. The staff were helpful to provide with bakery recommendations and maps.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Pier

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room with friendly staff. Misunderstanding with the parking as it is advertised as free on Expedia and instead we were asked for payment (that we refused to pay…)
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerstan L

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The ryokan hotel is OUTSTANDING. The staff is SUPER NICE and so so SOOOOOOO helpful. We loved our room, it was really clean, the onsen area was really wonderful too. All outstanding.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rechelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was a nice traditional experience in Kyoto. Foreigner friendly, wonderful staff, fun experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

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

Perfection in Kyoto

Fantastic! Beautiful traditional rooms,lovely clean onsen, kimono to wear, Incredible very traditional Japanese breakfast. If you are a foreigner and seek an authentic Japanese place to go , this the place. The staff was wonderfully friendly and accommodating. I cannot rave enough about this place!!! Oh, and it was quiet, quiet quiet With a beautiful Zen garden off of our room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was an awesome place to stay. I had never stayed in a traditional ryokan before, but the room, meals, and service here far surpassed my expectations. The room was very clean and I got the best night’s sleep of my life. The history of the hotel is also neat. I would recommend getting the breakfast and dinner at least once during your stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cieri

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you are looking for a true experience of Japanese culture you pick this hotel right now. But do remember to make some research about Japanese lifestyle in a washitsu room before coming ;) Staff all speak good English. Very helpful and polite. Price stable throughout the year and the room size is just ideal compared with the 12-15sqm rooms offer by other hotels in the similar area at a similar price. Close to subway and bus stations, traffic is good, some tourist sites like the Royal Garden and Nijo Cho are even within walking distance. Close to Sanjo and Gion too. Nonetheless very quite since it's not right next to the mainstreet. There is a FamilyMart 2min's walk away. Room facility: appliances are new and are not cheap ones, furniture is older but in perfect condition.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joycelyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice area.. room is comfortable and big for three people… the traditional breakfast and Buffett breakfast was great..Keiseki dinner was new experienced for us and we enjoyed it. Housekeeping come morning and evening to set up our room Hotel has only total of 2 washers/dryers.. hard to get turn washing/drying your clothes. Hallways smells smoke.. not sure if they allow smoking in the room Overall, great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Public bath!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Fionne

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Thank hotel’s staff since they were very friendly and nice. However the facility is not too clean. Unpleasant smell was found in elevator and hotel toilet room, and toilet is not fully functional.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanna

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff was very accommodating in storing our luggage before our checkout time.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an excellent stay at Ishicho. Our suite had one large room for sleeping and hanging out, a narrow balcony, a toilet room, and a room with a tub and shower. It was very quiet. I had read a few reviews before our stay and had been a little nervous about a few things. I wanted to address some of those things for other people who are considering staying. First, someone had left the review that the staff was not friendly and did not speak English. The staff was extremely kind and helpful, very attentive, and everyone spoke enough English to get things done. The staff was great! Another review said that there was a weird smell in the bathtub. When we first arrived, there was a strange smell in the room with the bath, but we think it is a cleaning product as we smelled it at both the apartment we rented and the hotel we stayed at in Tokyo. It dissipated the first day and the bathtub and shower were very very clean. Some reviews say that it is a bit run down - the facility feels older, but it doesn’t feel like a bad thing; everything is very clean and very well-tended. The futons are a bit thin, which might be uncomfortable if you are not used to sleeping in the floor. The pillows are the usual for Japan - small and flat. I would say that sleeping in Japan in general is less comfortable than sleeping in a hotel elsewhere… so no matter where you stay, you can expect to want a better pillow and a softer bed. ;) The ryokan breakfast is very nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Philippe

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Japanese style room was amazing, a must do.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome ryokan! Onsen was very clean and relaxing. Highly recommend the traditional breakfast. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Zoha

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, great service.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023