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Ryokan Nakajimaya

2.5 star property

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Japanese-Style Twin Room - Please contact the property if check in time will be later than 7PM. | View from room
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Japanese-Style Triple Room - Please contact the property if check in time will be later than 7PM. | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

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369 Nishimae-cho, Bukko-ji Agaru, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8083
  • Place, Shijo Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Nishiki Market
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪56 min drive‬

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Japanese-Style Triple Room - Please contact the property if check in time will be later than 7PM. | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese-Style Triple Room - Please contact the property if check in time will be later than 7PM.

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons

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Japanese-Style Twin Room - Please contact the property if check in time will be later than 7PM. | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese-Style Twin Room - Please contact the property if check in time will be later than 7PM.

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Futons

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About this property

Ryokan Nakajimaya

A garden and free Wi-Fi in public areas are available at this smoke-free guesthouse. Bathrooms are shared.
Ryokan Nakajimaya offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and complimentary slippers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Guests have access to shared bathrooms.

This Kyoto guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include free toiletries and blackout curtains. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Public bath/onsen services include a yukata (Japanese robe).
During your stay at Ryokan Nakajimaya, you're just a quick walk from Shijo Street. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas.
  • Free WiFi
  • Services include luggage storage
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Shijo Street and 5 minutes on foot from Nishiki Market
Ryokan Nakajimaya offers its guests a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces.

This Kyoto guest house is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Spa

  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • 2 shared bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 7 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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 11 PM and 7 AM. Guests are not permitted to enter or leave the property during this time.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The front desk at this property is open daily from 9 AM - 7 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 7 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. 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.

We should mention

  • One child aged 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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.

Property is also known as

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Ryokan Nakajimaya Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 30 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, Lake Forest

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really love the authentic feel of the traditional style ryokan. The stairs are a little steep and narrow, but that is part of the charm of a 100+ year old inn. The owner is a very sweet and kind person and takes you a tea when you check into the room. The room was wonderful, with nice tatami mats and an authentic futon on the floor.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zeniff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super helpful staff and kept the place extremely clean
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Claude

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This olace is great! The ladys who take care of this place are nice and friendly. We are very near from multiple restorant and shop. Its was really nice to live a japanese experience in the Ryokan. The ladys lrepare for us the traditilnal bath. Every evening we had a great tea. The place is spotless. Even thought we have to share toilet and shower its really convenient. We had good sleep. I recomand this palace to anybody who wants to try a Ryokan. For sure if I ever go back in Kyoto i would go back there. Also it really quiet!! Great place that I warmly recomand
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rohkeya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you wish to stay in a traditional ryokan and still get the option to be near dining and shopping, I would highly recommend this place to everyone! It’s very close to popular shopping centres, great local restaurants, and the subway/bus stations. The family who run the ryokan are amazing and are so attentive to my needs. This place truly did make my Kyoto trip so special! I will definitely be coming back next time :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arianne, NEW YORK

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is a classic modest Ryokan, VERY unique and super cute. Everywhere you look at is spotless, organized and very clean. The area is great, you can walk anywhere, and transit is also a few blocks away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property with the sweetest hosts. Prime location too.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Harrison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Washroom and bathroom are shared. Good Japanese house experience. Staff is very wonderful and cares for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and experience was absolutely perfect! My wife and I could not have been more happy! Please stay here if you have the chance.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved it, and I can't wait to go back someday. The location is very good, very close proximity to train lines and a lot of bus routes, which can get you to any of the major Kyoto attractions. Very close proximity to an abundance of places to eat and drink. Lots of shopping close by. The host was amazing. Very welcoming and kind, always there to greet you and say goodbye. Greeted with very nice and cosy green tea. The whole place feels very quaint and "traditional". Honestly, it felt like I was visiting grandma as a kid, which is a good feeling. Facilities are shared but kept clean and maintained. The rooms are spacious enough and modestly equipped. The futons used were very comfy and very warm. Other parts of the accomodation could be a little cooler but nothing was really that bad.

10/10 Excellent

WAI KIT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights. Stayed in a single room. Host is extremely friendly. Place is very clean.and quiet, in a quiet street inside a busy area, but extremely safe. Close to shopping area. Lots of food option around. Will stay again for sure.

10/10 Excellent

Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked it traditionally, the ladies were very hospitable. They even chased me down after i checked out and left a phone cord!! That was so kind of them! I did not use any facilities but a bed, but it all appeared well-maintained. Thin walls, though that comes with tradition...

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large private room. Gracious owners who were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Best location for night life and shopping. Within minutes walking distance to trains. Restaurants stay open pretty late and it’s safe to walk around. Staff extremely polite and friendly. I enjoyed the space and privacy of my room. Comes with kimono robe for wearing around inside. Staff filled up hot water and provided green tea daily. Linen and towels extremely clean! Have to share toilets and shower room, but overall, highly recommended for convenience. Old traditional style home, feeling like you have a host family inside to relate questions to. Information flyers and maps available in common area. Free cold water and paper cups too. Hair dryer available. They lock front door entrance to hotel by 11:00 PM daily. Check out by 10:00 AM. . Totally satisfied with my stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

PL, Vancouver

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The women who run the place are always very cheerful and nice. It was a good experience staying here rather than a hotel :) if you have mobility issues please make sure you let them know as the stairs to second floor is quite steep.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

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

Fantastic Stay

This was a fantastic stay that really made our visit to Kyoto special. The hosts were so kind and accommodating. The ambiance of the traditional Japanese style rooms made for a wonderful, memorable vacation. It is also nestled in a great location near Gion and the commercial shopping district. Highly recommend the Ryokan Nakajimaya.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, the host Mrs. Nakajima was very kind and helpful and she would provide hot water and green tea every night, I particularly liked the traditional Japanese bath at the ryokan
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Erika

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

Great find.

I usually dont write reviews but this place is amazing and well worth the time. Literally from first walking in, the owner and her daughter were both so warm and welcoming. The ryokan offers that traditional Japanese feel that adds to the Kyoto experience in the best way. It is a large room with comfortable futons and a great location close to restaurants and train stations. I really cant say enough good things about this place, definitely the best place we stayed our entire trip. Thank you again to the owner and daughter for such a wonderful and welcoming experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joe, Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ryokan staff are extremely friendly, helpful and polite :) the room is a good size with good amenities. Could be a little cleaner in the communal sink but showers and toilets were clean so wasn't a big deal. I highly recommend staying here if you are going to Kyoto!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Giovanna Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Um local mágico! Administrado por uma família a 120 anos. Uma demonstração da cultura acolhedora do Japão. Os quartos são em tatâmi, amplos e organizados. Fomos recebidos com bolinho japonês e chá. Banheircompartilhaods super limpos! Parecendo que está na casa de sua avó. Uma linda e inesquecível experiência! Além disso a localização é perfeita.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

yoshiko

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

お客をどなる旅館

ゆっくり休養するために２泊３日の旅程にしたのに、「外出もせずに部屋でゴロゴロ寝ているお客はあなただけよ！」とおかみさんが大声でいびってきた。 お客に向かってとんでもない。 なぜ代金を支払ってそんなことを言われなければならないのか？ ひがみったらしくて、京都ごと大嫌いになった。 イヤイヤ続けてお客に嫌味を言うくらいならやめればいいのに。
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Therese

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

Sjarmerende

Ryokanen drives av verdens søteste dame, på ca 85 år. Hun spør hvor du skal, når du kommer hjem og hva du har gjort. Det var sjarmerende. Skal du ut før kl 7 på morgenen, eller er hjemme etter kl 23 må du si fra i god tid. Dette krasjet litt med min plan, om å ta en joggetur på morgenen når jeg våknet. For våknet jeg halv seks, og ikke hadde sagt fra dagen før, var det bare å vente...
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delphine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
J’ai beaucoup aimé faire l’expérience de dormir dans une chambre à la japonaise dans un endroit simple mais très charmant, j’aime l’aspect intime de cet endroit. Avoir toujours de l’eau chaude à disposition pour le thé est très appréciable. Merci beaucoup pour votre accueil.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harumi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

midorin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタッフさんが本当に親切で嬉しかったです。
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024