See all properties

Momijiya Honkan Takao Sansou

3.5 star property
Ryokan in Kyoto with free breakfast and a restaurant

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Momijiya Honkan Takao Sansou

Spa
Spa
Japanese Room, 8 Tatami mats, Valley Side | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Japanese Twin Bed Room, 10 Tatami mats | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Restaurant

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service

Explore the area

View in a map
Takao, Umegahata, Ukyo-Ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 616-8289
  • Place, Kiyotaki River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Jingoji Temple
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Kozan-ji Temple
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)

Room options

View all photos for Japanese Room, 8 Tatami mats, Valley Side

Japanese Room, 8 Tatami mats, Valley Side | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese Room, 8 Tatami mats, Valley Side

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese Room, 10 Tatami mats, Valley Side

Japanese Room, 10 Tatami mats, Valley Side | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese Room, 10 Tatami mats, Valley Side

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese Twin Bed Room, 10 Tatami mats

Japanese Twin Bed Room, 10 Tatami mats | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese Twin Bed Room, 10 Tatami mats

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

You may also like

Ad
Bar (on property)

Hilton Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, 358 reviews
$184 nightly
The price is $201
Jan 16 - Jan 17
All taxes and fees included in total
Hilton Kyoto

About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Located in Ukyo Ward, Momijiya Honkan Takao Sansou is within a 10-minute drive of popular attractions such as Kinkaku-ji Temple and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. This 3.5-star ryokan has 14 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Kiyotaki River - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Saimyoji Temple - 3 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Jingoji Temple - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kozan-ji Temple - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Hiraoka Hachimangu - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Utano Station - 5 min drive
  • Hanazono Station - 6 min drive
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 114 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪手打ちうどん さが美 - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪もみじ家 - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪嵯峨鳥居本 お茶と珈琲 聖 - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪茶房さつき亭 - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Dining Sera - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Momijiya Honkan Takao Sansou

Ryokan in Kyoto with free breakfast and a restaurant
Guests staying at Momijiya Honkan Takao Sansou enjoy free WiFi in public areas, free newspapers, and a water dispenser. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a free train station shuttle. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing.
Guests can expect to find flat-screen TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, bidets, and slippers. Refrigerators and desks are other standard amenities.
Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath (no minerals). This service features separate men and women areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM.

Similar properties

Exterior
Togetsutei
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 100 reviews
$326 nightly
The price is $361
Jan 13 - Jan 14
Togetsutei

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Kaiseki meal

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Spa

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

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Tatami (woven mat) flooring
  • Tokonoma (alcove)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 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 - 8:00 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
Guests booked in Half Board rates must check-in by 7 PM to receive dinner.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free shuttle service to and from the train station. Driving? This property offers free 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for private bath/onsen. Contact the ryokan at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • 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.
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.

Property is also known as

Momiji-ya Honkan Takaosansou Inn Kyoto
Momiji-ya Honkan Takaosansou Inn
Momiji-ya Honkan Takaosansou Kyoto
Momiji-ya Honkan Takaosansou Inn Kyoto
Momiji-ya Honkan Takaosansou Inn
Momiji-ya Honkan Takaosansou Kyoto
Ryokan Momiji-ya Honkan Takaosansou Kyoto
Kyoto Momiji-ya Honkan Takaosansou Ryokan
Ryokan Momiji-ya Honkan Takaosansou
Momiji ya Honakn Takaosansou
Momiji ya Honkan Takaosansou
Momiji Ya Honkan Takaosansou
Momiji ya Honkan Takaosansou
Momijiya Honkan Takao Sansou Kyoto
Momijiya Honkan Takao Sansou Ryokan
Momijiya Honkan Takao Sansou Ryokan Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near Momijiya Honkan Takao Sansou?

This ryokan is situated in Ukyo Ward, close to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Kinkaku-ji Temple, and Nijō Castle. You'll also find Ryoan-ji Temple and Toei Kyoto Studio Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Momijiya Honkan Takao Sansou?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the ryokan.

Does Momijiya Honkan Takao Sansou include a casino at the property?

No, Momijiya Honkan Takao Sansou doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Momijiya Honkan Takao Sansou?

No, there is no indoor pool at this ryokan.

What do couples enjoy most about Momijiya Honkan Takao Sansou?

Couples staying at this ryokan will appreciate amenities like slippers as well as a restaurant and free breakfast.

Does Momijiya Honkan Takao Sansou have a hot tub?

No, this ryokan doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Momijiya Honkan Takao Sansou feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Momijiya Honkan Takao Sansou serves free full breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Does Momijiya Honkan Takao Sansou allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Momijiya Honkan Takao Sansou.

Are there connecting rooms at Momijiya Honkan Takao Sansou?

No, this ryokan doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Momijiya Honkan Takao Sansou?

The closest major airport to Momijiya Honkan Takao Sansou is Itami Airport (ITM), which is about 22.6 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Momijiya Honkan Takao Sansou?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Momijiya Honkan Takao Sansou.

Momijiya Honkan Takao Sansou Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 83 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yaru

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and beautiful environment!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ashokkumar

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place for Japanese ryokan and food experience. Room with mats, low table and chairs, and basic tv. I opted for twin beds to make it easy getting up, otherwise you sleep on the floor on futons. Dinner is at a nearby restaurant close to water, and Japanese breakfast is at the hotel. You dress up in Yacata and slippers during stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

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

The most magical part of our trip!

On our recent trip to Japan we wanted an authentic experience staying in a ryokan. We were greeted by an extremely attentive staff who whisked our luggage away to our mountain view room. We received hotel slippers and were given a tour of the hotel. Our modest room had a low table and chairs with a tea service, a private bathroom, tatami mat floor and yukata robes. We had 3 hours until dinner so we enjoyed the private onsen nestled in the forest overlooking the forest. For ¥4000 ($27) this is not to miss. Then, at 6:00 a shuttle takes you through the small town and down to the riverside to a restaurant on the water. You cross a long bridge into the restaurant where you are greeted by the efficient staff and seated in low chairs to enjoy haute cuisine by riverside. The meal is presented in a bento box and is a work of art. The second course is a salty fish and then a soup prepared at the table. While the soup is cooking, a geisha performs and chats with you. Finally, the restaurant turns out the lights so you can listen to the frogs and watch fireflies! The shuttle returns you to the hotel and the staff has prepared the room for bed. The futon are all on the ground and it’s bedtime. The next morning, you are treated to an equally beautiful traditional savory Japanese breakfast. The shuttle will take you as far as the Honazono Station. If arriving from Kyoto, the shuttle will pick you up from there if you arrange it, or you can use the GO app to call a cab to go.
Onsen
Restaurants
Dinner
Entertainment
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Cassandra

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

Very Disappointing Stay

Unfortunately, I felt compelled to pass along how disappointed we were in this hotel and the overall experience. Check in was extremely rushed. No time to breathe before we were practicaly pushed into two chairs and had the front desk employee go over all the details we would need for our 1 night stay. Then we were brought upstairs to our room where they dumped our bags, filled a tea pot and wouldn't leave until we sat at the table and had poured our tea. The room was in terrible shape. There was cracked tiles in the bathroom, mildew build up in the sink, the ceiling paneling was not fully attached, water damaged walls, the list goes on. the air conditioning is also very old and not up to the challenge of hot Japanese summers. We did enjoy the private onsen experience but again were very rushed to get there and get out with an employee banging on our door when we still had 10 minutes before we had to leave. Dinner was at a cute little riverside restaurant. Drinks (including water) were all over 400yen and the pretty location couldn't make up for the food. The sashimi was warm and slimy and most of the food tasted a little off or like it had been sitting out for hours. Given the price point and prior good reviews, we were pretty surprised this experience. We loved the area but left before breakfast was served the next day. We would not return to this hotel or recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
love the area is so nice and perfectbfor getaways
We got to see Geisha and Fireflys first time for everything :D
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lara, Pasadena

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The dinner was absolutely our most favorite part of our stay. We took a shuttle down to the beautiful water side area, crossed a bridge and we had an unforgettable experience surrounded by fireflies and a beautiful Maiko-San who came to our table to chat and take pics with our family.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elvira

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was an amazing experience! The service and staff were one of the best , everything was so organized! We stayed two nights it was enough to experience traditional Japanese cuisine, tatami rooms and open air onsen with beautiful scenery!
Dinner
Our breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Baekcheol

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celine

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chun Hing

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

Fantastic experience

We enjoyed a fantastic holiday at the hotel. The staff was offering more than luxury hotel services to us. The food was delicious with high variety. The private bathroom was great .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Minju

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the view of mountain. The air was fresh. Staffs were very kind and the food was delicious. Their private onsen is a must-try. Enjoyed the stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a traditional ryokan nestled in a quiet town and near several walkable attractions and restaurants. We especially enjoyed the hiking trails abs scenic views. Meals were fabulous and staff were very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Amarjyot Singh, London

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It is a 20 min taxi drive out of kyoto which costs around 5,000 yen. The properly is a very old building. However because it is a traditional ryokan, it fits that image and hence it's fine. Do include the full board option where they take you to a riverside location 5 min away on a shuttle bus. That location is spectacular for a kaseki meal. They have geishas do a short performance there too by the riverside. The meal itself is nothing home to write about but the experience is great. I would only recommend a maximum 1 night stay. Use the private bath option for 4,000 yen.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

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

6/10 Okay

Ilya

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is incredibly kind and helpful, the food was great and the overall experience felt very authentic and more relaxed than I expected. The private baths were incredible!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

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

10/10 Excellent

Jessica, Katy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The overall experience was fantastic. Beautiful hotel, excellent food and very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

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

Excellent, Beautiful, Worth It!

Took a friend's trip and this place was incredible! Beautiful, accommodating, and the service was impeccable. Mizuki was our Attendant and he was so kind and professional. He was so helpful. We will be back again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roitan, Fresno

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

EDMOND

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

Be warned

I’m no expert by any means, but having had the opportunity to experience two ryokans this trip (first in Osaka, then Kyoto) with similar prices but vastly different quality, I feel compelled to compare and comment. Service: Generally felt rushed during our stay. Check-in was technically at 3pm but shuttle was at 4pm, so we did not arrive until 4:30. Similarly, check out was at 10am, but shuttle was at 9:20. At breakfast, there was a sign nudging you to pay before 10am as it gets busy then. For an experience that’s suppose to be relaxing, this took away from it. Room: In dire need of renovation. Room was visibly old and had a musty smell from the moment of walking in. There would be whiffs of piss when the AC wasn’t circulating air. In-room baths were stained and scary to look at, let alone use Bath: Public bath was tiny so naturally, everyone opts to pay extra to book a slot in one of the two private baths on the property. Depending on when you check in, you may not get a slot until the next morning. That said, the private bath had incredible views and was the highlight of this experience, for sure. Food: Mediocre at best compared our first experience, which we had in-room. Presentation was good, but flavors were just a bit off. Breakfast was better than dinner. All in all, our Osaka ryokan experience felt like luxury hotel with spa with authenticity while this felt more like a beat down budget hotel turned tourist trap.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023