Yamadaya Ryokan
Indoor onsen bath with low ledge overlooking lush Japanese garden through large windows
Three heart-shaped cutouts in shoji screens backlit with silhouetted trees at Yamadaya Ryokan Kyoto
Tatami room with low wooden table, zabuton cushions, zaisu chairs and shoji screens at Yamadaya Ryokan, Kyoto
Tatami room with shoji screens and floor chairs at Yamadaya Ryokan Kyoto
City view with Kyoto Tower, temple roofs and tree-lined street for Yamadaya Ryokan, Kyoto Kansai
Tatami room with low table and shoji screens at Yamadaya Ryokan in Kyoto Kansai
Traditional shoji screens with heart-shaped cutouts framing a garden view at Yamadaya Ryokan Kyoto

Yamadaya Ryokan

9.5
This Ryokan has an overall rating of 9.5/10, based on 356 reviews. ? Our score combines two signals: 50% based on traveler sentiment and guest feedback found online, and 50% based on our internal on-site evaluation plus ratings from verified travelers on our platform, who must provide proof of stay.
? This ranking compares properties in the same region. It is based on the overall rating and the number of reviews, using a weighted score so properties with more review data are ranked more fairly.
Check-in from 3:00 PM
City Center Station Access Temple District Public Onsen Indoor Bath Reservable Bath
Staff 9,8/10
Facilities 9,3/10
Cleanliness 9,6/10
Comfort 9,2/10
Value for money 9,0/10
Location 9,5/10

Ryokan highlights

Historic Kyoto ryokan near Kyoto Station, known for traditional rooms and a garden-view public bath.

Walk to Kyoto StationAbout a 10-minute walk to JR Kyoto Station for easy city and regional travel.
Near Higashi Hongan-jiRoughly five minutes on foot to Higashi Hongan-ji Temple and its grand precincts.
Garden-View Public BathThe communal bath overlooks a garden, adding a calmer, more traditional feel.
Classic Kyoto StayJapanese-style rooms and long history deliver a more traditional ryokan experience.
Renovated Historic PropertyOriginally opened in 1911 and later refreshed, blending heritage with improved comfort.
Calm Central BaseCentral Kyoto location stays practical for sightseeing while keeping a quieter inn atmosphere.

Who is this ryokan best for?

Recommended stay1-2 nightsAccess is the strongest stay-length driver here: you can arrive easily from Kyoto Station, settle into tatami rooms, use the baths, have dinner or breakfast on-site, then walk or short-ride to major central Kyoto sights without needing a remote onsen detour.
Trip-planning verdict: Best used as a traditional Kyoto city stay near Kyoto Station, especially for 1-2 nights around arrival, departure, or focused central/southern Kyoto sightseeing.

Know before booking

Not an onsen townBaths are part of the inn experience, but this is a city ryokan in Kyoto, not a hot-spring resort stay.
Can overstayGood for a short Kyoto base, but the property itself is not isolated or scenic enough to justify many slow nights.
Some rooms share bathNot every room has a private bath and toilet, so room choice matters if privacy is important.

Food & drinks

This Kyoto ryokan offers Kyoto-style kaiseki meals with breakfast, dinner, and a strong sake-and-wine focus, plus useful dining spots near Kyoto Station.

Dining Room (on-site)
on-site

Kyoto-style meals served in-room, private room, or banquet room.

  • Kyoto-style kaisekifoodMulti-course seasonal Japanese dinner.
  • Kyoto vegetablesspecialtyLocal vegetables in Kyoto-style dishes.
  • Tofu dishesfoodTofu from long-established Kyoto shops.
  • Koshihikari ricespecialtyOrganic rice served with meals.
Drinks Service (on-site)
on-site

Ryokan drink pairing service with sake, wine, and beer.

  • Japanese sakedrinkCurated sake pairing options.
  • WinedrinkWine from the private cellar.
  • Craft beerdrinkBeer option with meals.
  • Plum winedrinkSweet Japanese fruit liqueur.
KOHIKAN (nearby)
nearby5 min walk

Cafe near Kyoto Station for breakfast, coffee, and light meals.

  • CoffeedrinkClassic drip coffee and cafe drinks.
  • Toast setfoodSimple Japanese cafe breakfast.
  • PancakesfoodPopular sweet cafe option.
  • TeadrinkHot tea for a lighter stop.

Access, transport and nearby sights

This ryokan is in central Kyoto within practical reach of Kyoto Station on foot or by short taxi ride, with subway and Keihan rail options also nearby.

Distances are approximate and calculated from the ryokan coordinates. Travel times may vary depending on route, traffic and schedules.

Should you choose this ryokan?

A strong pick for travelers who want a traditional Kyoto ryokan feel without giving up a very practical central location near Kyoto Station and Higashi Honganji. It suits guests who value atmosphere, hospitality, and access more than spacious modern luxury.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points
  • Walkable Kyoto baseThe ryokan is in Shimogyo, about a 10-minute walk from Kyoto Station and close to Higashi Honganji, which makes arrivals, day trips, and evening walks especially easy.
  • Traditional stay with characterThis is a long-running ryokan with tatami rooms and futon bedding, giving a more classic Kyoto experience than a standard business hotel.
  • Relaxing bath with garden viewThe public bath is a real highlight here, and the garden-facing setting adds a calm, restorative feel after a full day in the city.
  • Exceptionally warm serviceGuest feedback consistently points to kind, welcoming staff who help make the stay feel personal rather than transactional.
  • Good option for food-minded guestsThe property is known for offering traditional Japanese meals, and its wine and sake focus adds a more curated dining angle than many simple ryokan stays.
5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs
  • Rooms can feel compactSome rooms are on the smaller side, which may feel restrictive if you are traveling with large luggage or want extra space to spread out.
  • Shared bath may not suit everyoneThe bath experience is appealing, but travelers who strongly prefer a private bathroom or in-room bathing setup may find it less convenient.
  • Traditional style means fewer modern touchesIf you want a sleek, contemporary hotel feel with big beds and standardized layouts, this ryokan may feel old-school rather than upscale-modern.
  • Breakfast and dinner need planningMeals are not always included by default, so travelers expecting a fully bundled ryokan package should check carefully before booking.
  • Not ideal for late, flexible routinesWith a ryokan-style setup and earlier check-out than many hotels, it fits structured sightseeing days better than a slow, sleep-in city break.

Ranking around this ryokan in Kyoto

Showing 5 above and 5 below the current ryokan. The full ranking loads only when you click or hover over this block.

Current position: 19th out of 141 ryokans in Kyoto.

Rank Ryokan Rating Reviews
14th Japanese style hotel and dining Morigen 9.7/10 63
15th Ohanabo 9.5/10 1,254
16th Sora Niwa Terrace Kyoto Bettei 9.5/10 823
17th Fujiya Ryokan 9.5/10 444
18th Taikyourou 9.5/10 356
19th Yamadaya Ryokan Current ryokan 9.5/10 356
20th Nazuna Kyoto Higashi Honganji 9.5/10 198
21st Shizuru 鴨川 “”旧SGR鴨川”” 9.7/10 42
22nd Muromachi Yutone Kyokoyado 9.5/10 143
23rd Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI 9.5/10 141
24th 明和荘Mei Wa Inn 9.5/10 113
Loading full ranking...
Traveler routes

Popular in traveler itineraries

Not in any shared itinerary yet

Be the first traveler to include this ryokan in a public route.

View all itineraries

Similar ryokans in Kyoto ? Similarity is calculated only among ryokans in the same region. We compare their stored environment and wellness pills, prioritize exact pill matches, then sort by the number of shared pills, rating comparison, rating value, and recency.