Kyoto Watazen Ryokan

3.5 star property
Ryokan with a hot tub, steps from Nishiki Market

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Experience the essence of Kyoto at Watazen Ryokan, where traditional charm meets modern comfort. Unwind in the indoor public bath or spa tub, and enjoy local cuisine for breakfast. With a convenience store on site, luggage storage, and helpful staff nearby Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is P13,252
P14,577 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4

Room options

Japanese Style Room with Private Bath, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

Japanese Style Room with Shower Booth, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
In-room safe
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

Japanese Style Room with Shower Booth, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

Japanese Style Room with Private Bath, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

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About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Kyoto, a neighborhood in Kyoto, Kyoto Watazen Ryokan is near a metro station. Nishiki Market and Shijo Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Biwa and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Kyoto Municipal Zoo and Kyoto Aquarium are also worth visiting.
Map
Rokkakku - sagaru, Yanaginobaba, Nakagyo - ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 604-8113

What's nearby

  • Nishiki Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Shijo Street - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Pontocho Alley - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Nijō Castle - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Karasuma Station - 9 min walk
  • Karasuma Oike Station - 10 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Weekenders Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria Marita - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Common Well - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪むらじ - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪ヤキニク甲 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Kyoto Watazen Ryokan

Ryokan near Nishiki Market
Located close to Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley, Kyoto Watazen Ryokan provides an indoor public bath (no minerals), a grocery/convenience store, and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and a TV in the lobby
  • A front-desk safe, luggage storage, and an elevator
  • A vending machine, concierge services, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Kyoto Watazen Ryokan have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bidets, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Refrigerators, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Offsite parking available (JPY 2,500 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: JPY 1,650 for adults and JPY 1,650 for children

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Turndown service

Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • 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.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 4 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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 200-10,000 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 local cuisine breakfast: approximately JPY 1650 for adults and JPY 1650 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: JPY 2500 per day (164 ft away)

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 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Japanese futons are provided based on the number of adults in the reservation.

We should mention

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 onsite public bathing facilities

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Kyoto Watazen Ryokan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kyoto Watazen Ryokan?

As of Oct 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kyoto Watazen Ryokan on Nov 3, 2025 start from P 13,252.08, excluding 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.

How much is parking at Kyoto Watazen Ryokan?

This ryokan doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Kyoto Watazen Ryokan?

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

What time is check-out at Kyoto Watazen Ryokan?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Kyoto Watazen Ryokan located?

Located in Downtown Kyoto, this ryokan is within a 5-minute walk of Nishiki Market and Shijo Street. Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley are also within 15 minutes. Karasuma Oike Station is 10 minutes by foot and Shiyakusho-mae Station is 11 minutes.

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