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Ishicho

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A hotel lobby with a wooden railing, a carpeted floor, and a view of an indoor garden through large windows.
A conference room with rows of tables and chairs, large windows, and traditional decor.
Oyado Ishicho Tower - Japanese Room | Down comforters, in-room safe, free WiFi, alarm clocks
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, a sliding door, and a cabinet with a picture on the wall.
A hotel with a traditional Japanese architectural style, featuring a tiled roof, wooden entrance, and signage in Japanese.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Laundry

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Kawaramachi Dori Takeya Higashi Iru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 604-0901
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kiyamachi Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Nishiki Market
    ‪18 min walk‬
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Oyado Ishicho Tower - Japanese Room | Down comforters, in-room safe, free WiFi, alarm clocks

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 | Down comforters, in-room safe, free WiFi, alarm clocks

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

Kyoto

Located in Downtown Kyoto, Ishicho is adjacent to Kawaramachi Street and within a 15-minute walk of popular sights like Pontocho Alley. The 112 rooms at this 4-star ryokan include refrigerators, TVs, and soaking bathtubs.

What's nearby

  • Kawaramachi Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kiyamachi Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Pontocho Alley - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Jingu-marutamachi Station - 6 min walk
  • Shiyakusho-mae Station - 7 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 112 min drive

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

At Ishicho, guests have access to karaoke, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Self parking is offered for JPY 1000 per night. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this hot springs ryokan include coffee/tea in a common area, free newspapers, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs. Beds are dressed in down comforters and bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Refrigerators, safes, and phones are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
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.

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Property amenities

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 self 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

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Spa

  • Hot springs
  • Public bath open from 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

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

More

  • 2 buildings
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Extra futon (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • 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.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • 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

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

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 fire extinguisher and 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? For a fee, this property offers self parking, along with extended parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • 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

Is free cancellation available at Ishicho?

Ishicho provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Ishicho?

As of Jun 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ishicho on Jul 22, 2026 start from $124, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do near Ishicho?

This ryokan is situated in Downtown Kyoto within a short 2-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street and also 12 minutes on foot from Pontocho Alley. You'll also find Kyoto Imperial Palace and Shijo Street less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Ishicho?

Yes, self parking is offered for JPY 1,000 per night and extended parking is available for JPY 1,000 per night.

Does Ishicho feature a casino at the property?

No, Ishicho doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Ishicho?

No, there is no indoor pool at this ryokan.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Ishicho?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this ryokan include a deep soaking bathtub, a down comforter, and slippers.

Does Ishicho have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this ryokan.

Does Ishicho have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Ishicho serves breakfast (local cuisine) each morning for a surcharge from its cafe.

Does Ishicho allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Ishicho though service animals are welcome.

Does Ishicho have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this ryokan.

What is the closest airport to Ishicho?

The closest major airport to Ishicho is Itami Airport (ITM), which is 29.4 mi away (69 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Ishicho?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Ishicho that offer a balcony.

Ishicho Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 171 out of 468 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 202 out of 468 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 468 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 468 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 468 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nova

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Incredibly friendly and helpful staff, amazing breakfast and dinner, and a very unique hotel room experience. The onsen was the icing on the cake!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central of Kyoto, very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jake

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean and in a good location. The room was just enough space for my sister and I.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Japanese style room was amazing, a must do.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Leo

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
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10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff and unique experience
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Zoha

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

10/10 Excellent

Vanna

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerstan L

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

8/10 Good

Carlos Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anitza

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Pier

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristoffer Tom

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Eriks

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Austin

Disliked: Amenities
This place did the job, but overall the property and amenities felt quite old and limited. It’s more of a hotel than a standard ryokan, and all in all just felt a little substandard compared to similarly priced Kyoto hotels
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Fionne

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