Located in the heart of Arashiyama, Ranzan Hotel offers a serene retreat with an indoor public bath and Japanese garden. Treat yourself to a rejuvenating massage or savor local cuisine at the restaurant, while staying connected with free in-room WiFi.
Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Getting around
Itami Airport (ITM) - 73 min drive
Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 121 min drive
Arashiyama Station - 6 min walk
Randen-saga Station - 10 min walk
Torokko Saga Station - 12 min walk
Torokko Arashiyama Station - 11 min walk
Saga-Arashiyama Station - 12 min walk
Restaurants
みっふぃー桜きっちん - 5 min walk
% Arabica - 4 min walk
嵐山 よしむら - 5 min walk
あらし山 新渡月 - 5 min walk
めん処 古ばやし - 6 min walk
About this property
Ranzan Hotel
Ranzan Hotel puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Togetsukyo Bridge and Bamboo Forest Street. Freebies like WiFi, self parking, and wired internet are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and rafting. Also, Tenryu-ji Temple and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove are within just a 10-minute walk. Public transportation is just a short walk: Torokko Arashiyama Station is 11 minutes and Saga-Arashiyama Station is 12 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
40 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 5:30 AM - 11:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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
The hotel restaurant closes at 7:30 PM. Guests with the half-board rate plan are encouraged to contact the property before arrival to pre-book it.
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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
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking limited
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
Restaurant
Water dispenser
What to do
Karaoke
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Handrails in stairways
Wheelchairs available on site
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
26-inch flat-screen TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Shower/tub combination
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Phone
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
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 3:00 PM to midnight.
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.
Optional extras
Local cuisine breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 2200 for adults and JPY 2200 for children
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of JPY 4400 (subject to availability)
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 debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, 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.
Also known as
Ranzan Hotel
Ranzan Hotel Kyoto
Ranzan Kyoto
Ranzan
Ranzan Hotel Kyoto
Ranzan Hotel Ryokan
Ranzan Hotel Ryokan Kyoto
Frequently asked questions
Does Ranzan Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Ranzan Hotel 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 Ranzan Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Ranzan Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Ranzan Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of JPY 4400 (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Ranzan Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with activities like hiking, kayaking, and rafting, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Ranzan Hotel also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Ranzan Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Ranzan Hotel have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
What's the area around Ranzan Hotel like?
Ranzan Hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Arashiyama Station and 8 minutes' walk from Arashiyama Bamboo Grove.
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Reviews
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8.8
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9.0
Cleanliness
8.8
Location
8.8
Staff & service
8.4
Property conditions & facilities
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8/10 Very good
Apr 12, 2026
Wonderful location and environment, good food and staff
Yanbing
Yanbing, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 13, 2026
Amazing stay. And incredible staff!
Max
Max, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 31, 2025
Welcoming staff, great location, and wonderful food at the restaurant. We would stay here again.
Allison
Allison, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 1, 2025
Nice Japanese style hotel, very helpful. Good traditional breakfast, good location to Arashiyama. Quiet and I enjoyed the communal bath experience.
Sean
Sean, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 18, 2025
I loved this hotel, it's super close to the Bambo Forest
Maria
Maria, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 3, 2025
We wish we could have stayed longer. The hotel is not only in a beautiful location right by the river, but the hotel is charming and the staff are some of the most kind and attentive people we have met on this trip so far. Will definitely keep them in mind for our next trip.
Sara
Sara, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 11, 2023
Clean and friendly staff, with public bath, japanese style room was great to stay in, definitely recommended for staying to visit Arashimaya
Zhihui Melissa
Zhihui Melissa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 22, 2025
Very nice surroundings and friendly staff. The bathroom is a bit outdated but very tidy.
Ana Paula
Ana Paula, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2025
very quiet and serene. The facility was little outdated, but very clean and the staffs were super kind. and their food at the restaurant was wonderful for the price. I would highly recommend if you want to stay in quiet side of Kyoto.
Yoon
Yoon, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 13, 2024
Lovely hotel in the heart of Arashiyama with spectacular views and peaceful surroundings. Its a few minutes walk away from the local lines and around 10 minutes from the JR line, both which take about 20 minutes to get to Kyoto. I would definitely recommend this place if you want a break away from the busy atmosphere in the main cities
Arron
Arron, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 10, 2023
The location and the food was great but the bathroom needs some updating. Comfortable bed (I like firm bed).
Maki
Maki, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 23, 2025
The Ranzan Hotel is located in a great walkable section of Kyoto. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The room is clean, but the bathroom fixtures are dated. The air conditioner had a hard time keeping the room cool during the heatwave.
Iain
Iain, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2024
Location, Location, Location.
The hotel was in a good location and within walking distance of the Arashiyama main street and the Bumboo forest.
The Japanese courtyard was clean and maintained. Japanese maples would be so beautiful in Autumn.
All the staff are helpful and kind.
Takeshi
Takeshi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2024
The Kyoto Ranzan is a fantastic place to stay in Arashiyama. It is tucked away from the tourist buzz but just next to the river, the Arashiyama park, the Tenryu-ji temple, the bamboo grove and the monkey park. The room was pleasant and had everything that you need. The food was varied, elegant and delectable. The bath was a pleasure. Very helpful staff as well. Highly recommended
Pavel
Pavel, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 24, 2024
Good stay
Very good meal provided and close to the bamboo forest. We will return again. I hope the hotel will provide clean shower curtain next time. Our shower curtain had some mould.
Philly
Philly, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jul 4, 2025
It is a good location to feel countryside of Japan. The streets and houses around hotel were very cute. It was traditional Japanese style hotel but it was out dated. If you are a morning coffee drinker, this is not a good place. No coffee machine, no 7-11 around. Staffs were friendly.
Jongmi
Jongmi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 12, 2025
Dinner was very good. Could not find heater control (saw only air conditioner)
Vitaly
Vitaly, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 25, 2025
The hotel is located at the edge of Arashiyama park, so super convenient and walkable to the river band, the park observation point, the Seiryiji temple and bamboo forest, as well as the down town shopping/dinning area, yet, it is also sitting at a pretty quiet location. You can also walk cross the Togetsukyō bridge to the other side for the Monkey park, etc.
The hotel room is very spacious, also offer hot spring pools for both female and male.
The taxi ride from train station is not bad either.
With all the items we loved as tourists, we would definitely recommend it to our friends.
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Wen
Wen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 29, 2025
Staff was especially friendly and helpful.
Silvia
Silvia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 13, 2025
Incredible stay
Matthew
Matthew, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 2, 2025
Such a lovely room with a beautiful restaurant in the hotel. Calm and peaceful with professional and thoughtful staff.
CAMERON
CAMERON, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 13, 2024
Such a beautiful property and very clean rooms!
Mary
Mary, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2023
Very nice staff and property.
Amanda
Amanda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 10, 2025
Fantastic! Great experience! I will definitely stay there again
Stephanie
Stephanie, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 24, 2025
I loved the niche area that it lied in as I was surrounded by so much nature and beauty. It is the perfect area to stay in Kyoto if you want to be surrounded by peace. Especially in the evening/night.