Rating: 4.7/5

Seikoro Ryokan

  • Breakfast & dinner
  • Breakfast only
  • Japanese garden views
  • Luxury onsen
  • Onsen
  • Onsen for couples
  • Onsen for families
  • Tattoos allowed

Overview

The Seikoro Ryokan, established in 1831, has been a peaceful haven in Kyoto for nearly two centuries. Located just 7 minutes by car from JR Kyoto Station, the ryokan serves as an excellent base to explore nearby attractions like Sanjusangen-do Temple and Kiyomizu-dera Temple. With wooden baths, traditional kaiseki dining, and the opportunity to wear a twelve-layered kimono, Seikoro invites you to immerse yourself in Kyoto’s cultural heritage.

Accommodation

Seikoro Ryokan provides a selection of rooms to suit different needs, combining traditional Japanese touches with modern amenities.

  • Luxury Room (Main Building): 45㎡
  • Deluxe Room (Main Building): 35㎡
  • Standard Room (Annex or Main Building): 30㎡
  • Family Room with Beds (Annex): 70㎡

All rooms feature TVs, private baths with wooden hinoki tubs, electric toilets with water spray functions, and free Wi-Fi. Room amenities include:

  • Towels (face and body)
  • Yukata (Japanese room wear)
  • Toothbrush set, hairbrush, and hairdryer
  • Two-in-one shampoo, body soap
  • Men’s cosmetics (hair tonic, aftershave lotion)
  • Women’s cosmetics (milky lotion, skin lotion)

Dining

Enjoy a Japanese or Western breakfast in the ryokan’s elegant setting. In the evening, savor a multi-course Kaiseki meal, prepared with seasonal local ingredients. Dinner reservations are also accepted without staying overnight, served from 17:30 to 19:30. The banquet hall, accommodating up to 40 guests, is perfect for group gatherings.

Onsen & Wellness

Relax in the public baths, which feature wooden hinoki tubs and spa facilities. For further relaxation, massage services are available during your stay.

Guests with Tattoos

The ryokan offers public baths and tattoos are allowed.

Facilities

  • Gift Shop: A selection of local souvenirs and gifts.
  • Free Parking: Available for all guests.
  • Luggage Storage: Safely store your belongings before check-in or after check-out.

Activities

  • Twelve-Layered Kimono Experience:
    • Exclusive for overnight guests
    • 5,000 yen per person (includes two photos)
    • Staff assistance with dressing
    • Duration: 40 minutes

Additional Features

  • Free Wi-Fi: Available in the lobby and all rooms
  • Massage Services
  • Prime Location: 5-minute drive to Kiyomizu-dera Temple, 10-minute walk to Kyoto National Museum
  • Banquet Hall: Accommodates up to 40 people

With nearly two centuries of hospitality, Seikoro Ryokan offers a perfect blend of tradition, comfort, and cultural experiences for your stay in Kyoto.

Seikoro Ryokan – Address

📍 Kyoto, Higashiyama Ward, Nishitachibanachō, 467-2 三丁目西橘町467

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