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Ryokan Shimizu

2.0 star property
Traditional Japanese hospitality awaits at this peaceful ryokan near Kyoto Tower, where travelers can experience authentic Japan just steps from their door

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Ryokan Shimizu provides a tranquil retreat in central Kyoto, complete with a relaxing indoor public bath and authentic Japanese-style rooms. Travelers appreciate the convenience of in-room WiFi while staying within easy walking distance of vibrant Kawaramachi Street.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping

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About the area

Shimogyo Ward, a neighbourhood in Kyoto, is home to Ryokan Shimizu. Nishiki Market and Nijō Castle are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Kawaramachi Street and Shijo Street. Kyoto Aquarium and Kyoto Railway Museum are also worth visiting. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
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644 Kagiyacho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8317

What's nearby

  • 京都タワー
    Kyoto Tower
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kyoto Station Building
    Kyoto Station Building
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kyoto Aquarium
    Kyoto Aquarium
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • 京都市四条河原町交差点の夜の景観。
    Kawaramachi Street
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Higashi Honganji Temple
    7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Kyoto Station
    6 min walk
  • Gojo Station
    9 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    50 min drive

Restaurants

  • たん味屋
    4 min walk
  • Unir京都店
    3 min walk
  • 瓢斗 京都駅前本店
    4 min walk
  • 小籠包包伸一
    3 min walk
  • 韓国屋台料理とナコップセのお店ナム 京都駅本店
    3 min walk

About this property

Ryokan Shimizu

Ryokan near Kawaramachi Street
Close to Kyoto Tower, Ryokan Shimizu provides amenities such as an indoor public bath (no minerals). Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Japanese breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and smoke-free property
  • Luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms at Ryokan Shimizu feature thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with separate baths/showers and free toiletries
  • Fridges, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (JPY 1,100 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily Japanese breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: JPY 1,100 per person

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Spa

  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Mobile key entry
  • Tatami (woven mat) flooring

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 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
The entrance to the property closes between 0 AM and 6 AM. Guests are not permitted to enter or leave the property during this time.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 11 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for Japanese breakfast: from approximately JPY 1100 per person
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: JPY 1100 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 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 cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Children 11 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities

Property is also known as

RYOKAN SHIMIZU Kyoto
SHIMIZU Kyoto
Ryokan Shimizu Hotel Kyoto
RYOKAN SHIMIZU Kyoto
RYOKAN SHIMIZU Ryokan
RYOKAN SHIMIZU Ryokan Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Is Ryokan Shimizu pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ryokan Shimizu?

Self-parking is available for JPY 1100 per day.

What time is check-in at Ryokan Shimizu?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Ryokan Shimizu?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ryokan Shimizu located?

Located in Shimogyo Ward, this ryokan is within a 15-minute walk of Kyoto Tower and Kawaramachi Street. Kiyomizu Temple and Nijō Castle are also within 3 miles (5 km). Gojo Station is 9 minutes by foot and Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station is 18 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Ryokan Shimizu Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our second time staying at Shimizu and we had, just as 10 years ago, a truly wonderful stay. The hosts invited us to try Japanese calligraphy with them after breakfast and they gave us many suggestions for activities in the neighborhood, like an epic flea market on temple grounds not far from the Ryokan. They adapted the breakfast to my vegetarian diet and it was really tasty. The room is spacious, comfortable and clean. I'm looking forward to spending time in Kyoto again soon and 10/10 will be staying at this amazing Ryokan
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Emilio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice accomodation, with very pleasant and kind owners. A very good position to visit the city. Rent of bicycles is advised.
Verified

8/10 Good

Amanda

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

Bella esperienza

Camera in stile giapponese molto carina Colazione buona Posizione comoda per la stazione
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Masuko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
宿のご主人･女将さんのお二方とも、とても親切で、サービスも行き届いています。 朝からいろいろな種類のおかずがいただけて、またご飯もお櫃で出されます。 部屋のお風呂もありますが、いつも貸切風呂を利用させていただいています。本当にゆったり出来、疲れも取れて満足しています。 予約がなかなか取れないのがとても残念です。
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Abi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is a good Ryokan experience. The hosts were respectful and provide information on how to get through to the tourist spots. The place is well maintained and i would suggest to try the private bath which is conveniently located in the property for free. The Con here would be the distance from the Kyoto station. Make sure to take the Central Exit after alighting from Shinkansen. There are a few easy to follow rules that you are required to follow in this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really appreciated the hospitality of the owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
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10/10 Excellent

UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
想像以上にきれいだったし、受付の人も優しく、対応が親切だった。 部屋も思ったより広く、特に風呂が広くてよかった。 また京都に行く時は泊まろうと思います。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, tidy, nice onsen, friendly helpful staff, thoughtful parting gift. Quiet peaceful setting in a great neighborhood.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Elliot

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place with friendly staff. Only stayed for one night but would have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
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10/10 Excellent

CHIULING

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

乾淨舒適的民宿

離車站走路8分鐘(但提行李就要多加時間), 附近有超巿(只到晚上9點)及便利商店很方便.巷弄裡很安靜 房間很乾淨舒適, 一樓可提供預約租借私人澡堂, 有和服及腳踏車可租借
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

京都らしい旅行で泊まるならココ！

スタッフの方が親切で大変過ごしやすかったです。少々お部屋の中にあるテレビが液晶テレビで地デジ画面と合っていなく見づらかったです。
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Yolène

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Les hôtes sont très accueillant, à l'écoute et très serviable. Ils nous ont donné de nombreux conseils concernant l'organisation de notre séjour à Kyoto. Le ryokan est très propre et fonctionnel. Ce fut vraiment une très bonne expérience avec un bon rapport qualité-prix.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Accueil vraiment excellent, on nous apporte souvent une petite boisson au retour à la chambre. La chambre et ses équipement sont par contre un peu vieillots et les tapisseries à remplacer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was excellent, and hosts were very thoughtful and could speak english. We received a nice souvenir from them when checking out. They had a list of recommended restaurants and itinerary in the room which was helpful. The room was comfortable and clean, and we enjoyed the private bath which was free to book.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had an amazing time at Ryokan Shimizu. The hosts were very friendly and helpful. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
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8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights. Friendly and helpful staff. Very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Firi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean Ryokan, and absolutely lovely staff. Nice and close to the station too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

RIKA

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

おもてなしをしていただけました

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
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10/10 Excellent

danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
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10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018