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Ishicho

4.0 star property
City-center ryokan within easy reach of Kawaramachi Street

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Tucked away near Kawaramachi Street, Ishicho offers a serene retreat with an indoor public bath and hot springs on site. Savor local cuisine breakfast, unwind in the coffee shop or explore the nearby Heian Shrine. With free in-room WiFi and helpful staff highly praised by guests.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Hot springs
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Feel at home (6)

  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping

Why we love this property

Business meets bliss
Located in the city center, this ryokan offers meeting rooms for productivity and hot springs for relaxation. Guests can enjoy karaoke after business hours.
Ryokan cafe comforts
Local culinary traditions take center stage at this ryokan's cafe. Morning hunger pangs find satisfaction in the traditional Japanese breakfast offerings.
Tranquil soaking awaits
Embrace Japanese ryokan charm with a deep soaking bathtub in every room. Plush down comforters ensure cozy, peaceful slumber all night long.

Room options

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Oyado Ishicho Tower - Japanese Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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Ishicho Shogikuen Tower - Japanese Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Kawaramachi Dori Takeya Higashi Iru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 604-0901

What's nearby

  • Kawaramachi Street - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kiyamachi Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pontocho Alley - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Nishiki Market - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 69 min drive
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 112 min drive
  • Jingu-marutamachi Station - 6 min walk
  • Sanjo Station - 12 min walk
  • Kyoto Kawaramachi Station - 18 min walk
  • Shiyakusho-mae Station - 7 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 13 min walk
  • Marutamachi Station - 14 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Chapter The Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪SCHOOL BUS COFFEE STOP KYOTO - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪たけむら - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪つるや - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Locanda/The Bar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Ishicho

Ishicho puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley. Also, Kyoto Imperial Palace and Shijo Street are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Shiyakusho-mae Station is 7 minutes and Sanjo Keihan Station is 13 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 112 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Uncovered onsite self parking (JPY 1000 per night)
    • Uncovered onsite extended parking (JPY 1000 per night)
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–8:30 AM
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Hot springs
  • Karaoke

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Slippers
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Alarm clock
  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

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.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. 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.
  • A bathing tax, collected at the property, may be charged. The bathing tax applies to properties with hot springs and ranges from JPY 150-500 per person, per night based on local regulations. Please note that further exemptions may apply.

Optional extras

  • Local cuisine breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 1650 per person

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for JPY 3000.0 per stay

Parking

  • Uncovered self parking costs JPY 1000 per night
  • Uncovered extended parking costs JPY 1000 per night
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility

Policies

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.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.

This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay

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

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

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

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

Does Ishicho offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Ishicho does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Ishicho?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Ishicho?

Yes. Self parking costs JPY 1000 per night. Extended parking costs JPY 1000 per night. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ishicho?

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

What is there to do at Ishicho and nearby?

Onsite recreation at Ishicho includes hot springs.

Does Ishicho have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

What's the area around Ishicho like?

Ishicho is in Downtown Kyoto, a short 7-minute walk from Shiyakusho-mae Station and 12 minutes' walk from Pontocho Alley.

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Reviews

Ishicho Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

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What guests liked

  • The breakfast was amazing with great options and delicious food. (4 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Central of Kyoto, very clean
Jack, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This hotel was a nice traditional experience in Kyoto. Foreigner friendly, wonderful staff, fun experience.
Jake, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
J, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The property was very clean and in a good location. The room was just enough space for my sister and I.
Dia, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

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.
Patrick, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel staff was very accommodating in storing our luggage before our checkout time.
Vanna, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Kerstan L, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Taylor, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Theres onsen included in the facility to relax on. However, it is shared bath so expect to be comfortably naked around others. The only gripe is the shared laundry machine with the neighbouring building
Carlos Fernando, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Anitza, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

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…)
Pier, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Kristine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I like the atmosphere of the hotel and the staff were very helpful. I chose this place because of ryokan style. This is 2 thumbs up and 5 star rating for me. If i will be back to kyoto, i will book it again to this hotel. Cheers!
Kristoffer Tom, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Me and a friend stayed for two nights as we wanted to explore areas of the Kansai region. It was such a nice experience! We didn’t end up trying the public baths, so I can’t comment on that, but the room itself and the futons were great ^^ When I think walkable, it may be different to someone else’s walkable, but transport (bus) is okay to get around— it is pretty busy though so take at your own caution if you have a large suitcase. The area is great! We wish we had more time but from what we walked and visited, it was nice. There’s a gachapon place nearby and multiple drug stores and places to eat. Overall, great experience! And for the price, definitely worth it.
Clara, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good Japanese room

I chose this hotel because it offered a Japanese style room. The room was good, I liked it. Onsen was good, amenities like in any other hotel. The hotel itself is a bit worn out, feels built in the end of 1960-ies and has stayed that way since. I was during the very high sakura season, therefore the hotel was overpriced.
Eriks, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair

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.
Fionne, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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!
Joycelyn, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Shelby, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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!
Aimee, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very accommodating. We loved our room. We didn't have time to experience the onsen
Violet, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staying at Ishicho was a great experience! The staff were incredibly friendly and the room and onsen were very nice! I would definitely recommend staying here.
Nova, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Awesome ryokan! Onsen was very clean and relaxing. Highly recommend the traditional breakfast. Would definitely stay again!
Francisco, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice area if u wanna relax but a bit far from most places
Leo, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The Japanese style room was amazing, a must do.
Jean-Philippe, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic staff and unique experience
Jenna, 1-night trip