Wakamiya

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April 2026

May 2026

Traditional Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Very good

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Housekeeping

Explore the area

701 Ebisu-tyo, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8310

Place, Kyoto Tower
‪4 min walk‬
Place, Kyoto Station Building
‪4 min walk‬
Place, Kawaramachi Street
‪8 min walk‬
Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
‪54 min drive‬

Room options

In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Traditional Room, Multiple Beds

Exceptional

280 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Futons

Traditional Room

City view
215 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Futon

About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Located in Shimogyo Ward, Wakamiya is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as Kyoto Tower and Kawaramachi Street. This 15-room, 3-star ryokan has in-room conveniences like electric kettles, TVs, and free tea bags/instant coffee.

What's nearby

Higashi Honganji Temple - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
Kyoto Tower - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
Kyoto Station Building - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
Kawaramachi Street - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Umekoji Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

Kyoto Station - 5 min walk
Gojo Station - 11 min walk
Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

‪たん味屋 - ‬2 min walk
‪Unir京都店 - ‬2 min walk
‪瓢斗京都駅前本店 - ‬2 min walk
‪和・にち - ‬4 min walk
‪小籠包包伸一 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Wakamiya

Guests of Wakamiya enjoy free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a ballroom. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a TV in a common area and a vending machine.

Guests can enjoy TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, children's robes, toothbrushes and toothpaste, and children's slippers. Electric kettles, laptop-compatible safes, and phones are other standard amenities.

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 midnight.

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$46 nightly

Apr 26 - Apr 27

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

24-hour offsite parking (JPY 2,200 per day)

Food and drink

Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

TV in common areas

Conveniences

Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff

Spa

Public bath open from 4:00 PM - midnight
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 (32 inch wide door)
Front entrance ramp
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchairs on site

1 building
7 floors
Ballroom
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes

Bathroom

Bathrobes
Children's robes
Children's slippers
Hair dryer
Partially-open bathroom
Shampoo
Shower/bathtub combination
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Towels provided

Entertainment

Food and drink

Electric kettle
Tea bags/instant coffee

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop-compatible safe
Phone
Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Contactless check-out available

A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 5:00 AM - midnight

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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

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.

Optional extras

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

Nearby parking fee: JPY 2200 per day(656 ft away; open 24 hours)
A late check-out fee will be charged

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

Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 10 AM

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 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.

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.
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.

Property is also known as

Wakamiya

Wakamiya Inn

Wakamiya Inn Kyoto

Wakamiya Kyoto

Wakamiya Ryokan

Wakamiya Ryokan Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of Wakamiya?

This ryokan is situated in Shimogyo Ward within a 10-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Tower. You'll also find Shijo Street and Nishiki Market within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Wakamiya?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wakamiya on Apr 21, 2026 start from $129, 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.

Is there parking available at Wakamiya?

No, there isn't parking at this ryokan.

Does Wakamiya include a casino at the property?

No, Wakamiya doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Wakamiya?

No, there is no indoor pool at this ryokan.

Is Wakamiya a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this ryokan, including bathrobes and slippers in each guestroom and a city view in some.

Does Wakamiya have a hot tub?

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

Does Wakamiya feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

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

Does Wakamiya allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Wakamiya.

Does Wakamiya have connecting rooms available?

No, this ryokan doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Wakamiya?

The closest major airport to Wakamiya is Itami Airport (ITM), which is 27.6 mi away (57 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Wakamiya?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Wakamiya.

Wakamiya Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

dylan J Thomas

Apr 8, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very traditional from your normal hotel. Close to teain station and many restaraunts near. Staff was by far the most helpful with anything you needed. Small breakfast area on Floor 2 each day

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Traveled with group

May 7, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

While there are many Ryokan in/around Kyoto, Wakamiya is centrally located near Kyoto station and is situated in an easy to access area for both trains (Kyoto station) as well as buses passing by to many of the famous temples/shrines/attractions.

Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Nov 23, 2016

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Convenient and authentic

Convenient to train station. Ryokan was like stepping into Japan of 30+ years ago. Quaint, simple, authentic, clean and reasonably priced. Plus delicious and exquisite Japanese breakfast!

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Jul 18, 2016

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

Expedia said the children would stay for free. We checked in and were charged $90 PER child. More than we paid on Expedia. Room smelled like cigarette smoke.

8/10 Good

Stephanie, Newcastle

Mar 10, 2016

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

Wondeful traditional experience

We loved our stay at the Wakamiya Ryokan! It was only a very short walk from the train station (perhaps 5 minutes) and within walking distance to many of the temples and other tourist destinations (about 15 - 20 minutes walk from the Nishiki shopping area). We hired bikes from the shop down the street and were able to explore the area very easily. The staff are very helpful and the room comfortable (small but cosy). We had a great view of the Kyoto Tower from our room. There is some traffic noise but nothing that kept us awake. There are heaps of amazing little restaurants along the street for plenty of traditional dinner options.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Aug 21, 2015

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Close to the station

very close to the station and makes a great base to explore Kyoto and nearby cities

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Apr 10, 2015

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

8/10 Good

H H, Davao City, Philippines

Apr 5, 2015

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

A very warm reception in Kyoto

The male manager and the room attendants are very warm, attentive and helpful. They helped us get directions right, gave us tea upon arriving and attended to our needs. Very good genuine ryokan experience all in all.

10/10 Excellent

J, New Zealand

Jan 4, 2012

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

Great location close to Kyoto Station, Japan-Style

Loved this hotel. Althou it's not top notch quality but for the price we paid, we experienced Japanese style room, a spa, great service. There's snacks when we return and hot water in the room, tatami bed made up. Loved it. Plenty of places to eat around the place and close to Kyoto station about 5 mins walk which is very convenient consider we travel around a lot to see temples and also trip to Nara.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

May 9, 2010

Disliked: Staff & service