Rakucho Ryokan

2.0 star property
Guesthouse in Kyoto, near Kawaramachi Street

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Garden
Basic Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Basic Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Towels
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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67 Shimogamo Higashihangicho Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto, 606-0824
  • Place, Kyoto Imperial Palace
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Kyoto University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Kyoto International Conference Centre
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

Japanese-style Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Futon

Japanese-style Triple Room, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

Japanese-style Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Located in Sakyo Ward within a mile (2 km) of Kawaramachi Street, Rakucho Ryokan is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights such as Kyoto University. This 8-room guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities.

What's nearby

  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Kyoto University - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Kyoto International Conference Centre - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Kinkaku-ji Temple - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Nijō Castle - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Demachiyanagi Station - 3 min drive
  • Kitayama Station - 11 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Deli Cafe たまご 京都北山 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪あんびしゃす花 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪バイカル 下鴨本店 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Verdi (カフェ・ヴェルディ) - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪いいちょラーメン - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Rakucho Ryokan

Guesthouse in Kyoto, near Kawaramachi Street
At Rakucho Ryokan, guests have access to features like laundry facilities. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. This smoke-free guesthouse also has a garden.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Laundry detergent

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

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 200-10,000 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
The front desk is available during limited hours.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

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.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Rakucho Ryokan Kyoto
Rakucho Ryokan Guesthouse
Rakucho Ryokan Guesthouse Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Rakucho Ryokan?

Rakucho Ryokan provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do within easy reach of Rakucho Ryokan?

This guesthouse is situated in Sakyo Ward within a 10-minute walk of Kamo River, Kyoto Concert Hall, and Kamogawa Park. You'll also find Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Imperial Palace within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Rakucho Ryokan?

No, this guesthouse doesn't offer parking.

Does Rakucho Ryokan have a casino?

No, Rakucho Ryokan doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Rakucho Ryokan?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Does Rakucho Ryokan have a hot tub?

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

Does Rakucho Ryokan have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Rakucho Ryokan doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Rakucho Ryokan allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Rakucho Ryokan.

Are there connecting rooms at Rakucho Ryokan?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Rakucho Ryokan?

The closest major airport to Rakucho Ryokan is Itami Airport (ITM), which is about 25.5 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Rakucho Ryokan?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Rakucho Ryokan.

Reviews

Rakucho Ryokan Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Okaerinasai (Traditional warm welcome)

Amazingly friendly host will give insider tips to travelers about the hidden gems of Kyoto. Actually deserves at least three stars for exceptional service, clean and high quality facilities, quiet but convenient for travel location.
Front Garden
Large window view, quiet neighborhood
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gentaro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ゆうすけ

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
宿自体はめっちゃよかったです。コスパめっちゃ良い、ただ隣の人がうるさかった。
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

gilles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent accueil, chambre ok que du bonheur
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Tomomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
めちゃくちゃ綺麗で、お風呂とトイレは共同ですが、すごく清潔感があり、申し分無かったです。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laureen

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024