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Ryokan MOTONAGO

3.5 star property
Ryokan with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Kodai-ji Temple

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Traditional Room SYOEN, Twin Japanese Futons, With Garden, Shared bath, Pirvate toilet, Non Smoking | Garden view
Small Twin beds Room CHIKUSEN, Shared bath, Pirvate toilet, Non Smoking | Down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated
Exterior
Traditional Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (SUMINOE / SENKA) | Down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated
Courtyard

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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511 Washio-cho, Koudaijimichi, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0072
  • Place, Kodai-ji Temple
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Yasaka Shrine
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kiyomizu Temple
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Traditional Room AOBA, Twin Japanese Futons, Garden view, Private bath and toilet, Non Smoking

Traditional Room AOBA, Twin Japanese Futons, Garden view, Private bath and toilet, Non Smoking | Down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Traditional Room AOBA, Twin Japanese Futons, Garden view, Private bath and toilet, Non Smoking

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

View all photos for Traditional Room CHITOSE, Twin Japanese Futons, Second Floor Garden view, Private bath and toilet,NS

Traditional Room CHITOSE, Twin Japanese Futons, Second Floor Garden view, Private bath and toilet,NS | Down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Traditional Room CHITOSE, Twin Japanese Futons, Second Floor Garden view, Private bath and toilet,NS

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

View all photos for Traditional Room SYOEN, Twin Japanese Futons, With Garden, Shared bath, Pirvate toilet, Non Smoking

Traditional Room SYOEN, Twin Japanese Futons, With Garden, Shared bath, Pirvate toilet, Non Smoking | Down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Traditional Room SYOEN, Twin Japanese Futons, With Garden, Shared bath, Pirvate toilet, Non Smoking

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

View all photos for Small Twin beds Room CHIKUSEN, Shared bath, Pirvate toilet, Non Smoking

Small Twin beds Room CHIKUSEN, Shared bath, Pirvate toilet, Non Smoking | Down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Small Twin beds Room CHIKUSEN, Shared bath, Pirvate toilet, Non Smoking

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Traditional Room, Non Smoking (AKEBONO / CHIGUSA)

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (AKEBONO / CHIGUSA) | Down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (AKEBONO / CHIGUSA)

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

View all photos for Traditional Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (SUMINOE / SENKA)

Traditional Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (SUMINOE / SENKA) | Down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Traditional Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (SUMINOE / SENKA)

  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

View all photos for Traditional Connected Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (MOCHIZUKI)

Traditional Connected Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (MOCHIZUKI) | Down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Traditional Connected Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (MOCHIZUKI)

  • 431 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Futons

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Traditional Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Mozu) | Down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Traditional Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Mozu)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Located in Higashiyama Ward, Ryokan MOTONAGO is adjacent to Kodai-ji Temple and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Yasaka Shrine. This 11-room, 3.5-star ryokan welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, concierge services, and free newspapers in the lobby.

What's nearby

  • Kodai-ji Temple - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Yasaka Shrine - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Shijo Street - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Gion Corner - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Gion-shijo Station - 11 min walk
  • Higashiyama Station - 14 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hario Cafe Kyoto - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪家傳 ちりめん山椒 やよい - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪カフェレストラン やよい - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪長楽館カフェ - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪長楽館 - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Ryokan MOTONAGO

Ryokan with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Kodai-ji Temple
Guests staying at Ryokan MOTONAGO enjoy free WiFi in public areas, free newspapers, and a reception hall. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with luggage storage, concierge services, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a garden, a gift shop, and a water dispenser.
LCD TVs come with digital channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Beds sport down comforters and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Safes, phones, and toothbrushes and toothpaste are also standard.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Private bath/onsen services include an indoor private bath (in communal space). Public bath/onsen services include a yukata (Japanese robe). The ryokan bathing area is open from 4:00 PM to midnight.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: JPY 1,650 per person
  • Tea service

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden

Spa

  • Private indoor bath (no minerals) in communal space
  • Public bath open from 4:00 PM - midnight
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • In-room dining only
  • Room service

More

  • 4G smartphone data speed
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free limited smartphone calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Limited smartphone data usage
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Smartphone
  • Tatami (woven mat) flooring

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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

  • 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.

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

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
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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: 4 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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 parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Set meals are served in guestrooms only (no menus or public dining).
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Motonago
Motonago Inn
Motonago Inn Kyoto
Motonago Kyoto
Motonago Hotel Kyoto
Ryokan MOTONAGO Kyoto
Ryokan MOTONAGO Kyoto
Ryokan MOTONAGO Ryokan
Ryokan MOTONAGO Ryokan Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around Ryokan MOTONAGO?

This ryokan is situated in Higashiyama Ward within a 10-minute walk of Yasaka Shrine and Shijo Street. You'll also find Pontocho Alley and Kawaramachi Street less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Ryokan MOTONAGO?

No, there isn't parking available at the ryokan.

Does Ryokan MOTONAGO have a casino?

No, Ryokan MOTONAGO doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Ryokan MOTONAGO?

No, there is no indoor pool at this ryokan.

Is Ryokan MOTONAGO a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this ryokan include a down comforter, a turndown service, and bathrobes.

Are there hot tubs at Ryokan MOTONAGO?

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

Does Ryokan MOTONAGO feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Ryokan MOTONAGO offers breakfast (local cuisine) each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Ryokan MOTONAGO allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Ryokan MOTONAGO.

Are there connecting rooms at Ryokan MOTONAGO?

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

Where is the closest airport to Ryokan MOTONAGO?

The closest major airport to Ryokan MOTONAGO is Itami Airport (ITM), which is about 24.1 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Ryokan MOTONAGO?

No, you won't find accommodations with balconies at Ryokan MOTONAGO.

Reviews

Ryokan MOTONAGO Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 144 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 144 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 144 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 144 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 144 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Serene and authentically sweet! Gorgeous
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yadin

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

The best Ryokan

We had the best experience with this beautiful Ryokan. The staff was so sweet, the food was amazing, and the room was 10 out off 10. I definitely recommend this amazing Ryokan. I do recommend to know the basics of Japanese to better communicate with the staff. The location was as well perfect, walk distance from the main attractions and that made it easier for us to visit them without having many tourist around.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ying

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Ashby

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exactly the traditional ryokan experience we were looking for. Kind and attentive staff tended to our every need. The accommodations are clean, comfortable, and quiet with the beautiful smell of cedar permeating the ryokan. Scheduling the bath was done at check in. The shower and bath were fantastic. Very relaxing. Dinner was a phenomenal experience. What a wonderful way to try new preparations and flavors we would typically not know to order. The whole broiled fish was a favorite, along with the one pot course. Skillfully prepared and presented. We chose the traditional Japanese breakfast to round out a traditional Japanese experience and despite it being a very different breakfast than what we would typically have, we loved it! One night was sufficient for us but well worth it. We would gladly come back again!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olga

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall experience was great. Service was very good and staff were excellent. I did not think the quality of the dinner was great and the pillows were not very comfortable to me, but loved the experience other than that.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Nigel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was very authentic, which is what we wanted
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast and dinner were delicious, with very generous portions.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A family reunion trip of 10 with 8 adult children and spouses. It was their first time to Japan and staying at Motonago couldn’t have been more perfect. Truly we felt treated by the staff, the location, the food, the authentic courtesies like we experienced the absolute best of traditional Japan. Several party members were moved to tears. Highly recommend staying here
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Motonago was the highlight of our time in Kyoto. Small, intimate ryokan located near major temples and shopping. The services was excellent, our room and property quiet, and the meals were delicious. The bath requires prior reservations, which the staff made easy, and it was delightful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The ryokan was elegantly beautiful in its simplicity. The food was delicious and artfully arranged. The staff was helpful and very friendly. I would definitely recommend this place to others!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our first time in Japan we wanted to try a ryokan and this one did not disappoint. the most fabulous thing about it was the thoroughly attentive and kind staff who went out of our way to make our stay comfortable and really treated us like royalty. They even held our bags all day.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wai

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, service is on point, close to attractions, and comfy beds. Would def come back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I'd never stayed at a traditional ryokan before, and this definitely exceeded my expectations! The multi-course dinner was beautifully presented and delicious (though it's a set menu with a lot of fish, so you might not enjoy it if you don't like fish or seafood). Breakfast was equally good. Both were served in a room with a view of a beautiful little Japanese garden. The room was very spacious - it was divided into three chambers (which was great because my husband and I were staying with a friend, and she moved her futon to the third chamber to avoid my husband's snoring, haha). There was also a space in the middle with a table where we were served tea when we first arrived. The bath was delightful as well - it's similar to a mini onsen, but you get your own personal time to soak in the hot bath after showing. The staff were all lovely and catered to our every need. I think we would have been able to manage without speaking Japanese, since everybody spoke some English, but my friend speaks Japanese pretty well, so she made it much easier. Overall it was a very cool stay and I'd highly recommend it!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

True Ryokan experience

Ryokan Motonago was a perfect place for us to spend our first night in Kyoto. Location is excellent in the Gion area,it’s a charming neighborhood of winding streets and shops. we could walk to the Yasaka Shrine and Kiyomizu Temple. We opted for the Kaiseki dinner and found it a great experience. We ate in our room sitting on the floor, and slept on futons they prepared after dinner. For bathing you make an appointment to use the communal bath. It’s a room with showers and a large tub- you clean off at the shower then can have a soak. It’s private to your party. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We took a taxi there from Kyoto station, which was good because not sure we would have found it on our own. In front are sliding wooden slotted doors and he had to show us we could just open them and go in. One night was perfect for us. We moved to a western style hotel for the rest of our stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dyson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very cozy and the service was exceptional. I wasn't very familiar with Ryokan etiquette, but they were very helpful in answering my questions. The staff was also very accommodating! All in all a very neat experience. あらゆる点でこの場所をお勧めします 優れたサービス
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dyllian

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

Amazing Ryokan Experience

This small Ryokan is located in the Gion area of Kyoto. Housed inside a very old wooden inn, a single host family runs the establishment. Check in opens kind of late, but the staff were nice enough to allow us to check in a few hours early to drop off our bags, made our trip so much easier. The location itself is a little difficult to find at first, but it is very centrally located within the Gion/neighboring districts with easy access to two of Kyoto's biggest temples. After a long day of exploring, we returned to the ryokan and were immediately greeted and taken care of by the wonderful staff. From the get go they were friendly and went out of their way to accommodate us in our room. The evening began with green tea and establishing a reservation for the private onsen downstairs. The room itself was spacious and filled with personality. From the artwork on the walls, to the meticulously arranged flower setting, to even the small origami left on our bed mats, every detail was exquisite. Although we did not opt for dinner, we did request the japanese breakfast option. All I can say is that it was spectacular. The hostess set the table and brought out a big spread of traditional food and even went as far as to help us with actual serving etiquete and the ideal combinations for plates. I would definitely reccomend purchasing the meals whenever possible. When we finally checked out, the staff helped us with our bags and even took our pictures outside. Wholeheartedly reccomend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

A.Lee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great example of Japanese hospitality. We only stayed one night, but I felt spoiled from the time we arrived to when we left. The staff are all so courteous and try to fulfil your every wish. When we checked out, they called a taxi for us and wanted to take a picture of us in from of the ryokan before the taxi arrived. The staff will remain with you until the taxi arrives and even help you into the car! I can’t say enough great things about this experience. All the food is wonderful as well. If they give you a choice of continental breakfast or Japanese style, go Japanese, because why wouldn’t you!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Tracy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff are super friendly. Wonderful traditional Japanese experience. You’ll have to reserve the onsen/shower room, but it’s worth it! Super relaxing!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Motonago was great, from the service to the food, we tried the breakfast, and the dinner, which is kaiseki style, and it was all amazing. It made our stay in Kyoto unforgettable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

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