Located in Shimogyo Ward, a neighborhood in Kyoto, Wakamiya is near a metro station and near a boardwalk/promenade. Kawaramachi Street and Nishiki Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Biwa. Kyoto Tower and Nijō Castle are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
Located close to Kawaramachi Street and Nishiki Market, Wakamiya provides an indoor public bath (no minerals). Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
A vending machine, a front-desk safe, and an elevator
A ballroom, coffee/tea in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
A TV in the lobby, multilingual staff, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Wakamiya boast thoughtful touches such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and bathrobes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and children's robes
Children's slippers, heating, and daily housekeeping
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator (32 inch wide door)
Front entrance ramp
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchairs on site
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1 building
7 floors
Ballroom
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Children's robes
Children's slippers
Hair dryer
Partially-open bathroom
Shampoo
Shower/bathtub combination
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Tea bags/instant coffee
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Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop-compatible safe
Phone
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 5:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child per adult, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
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 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
Nearby parking fee: JPY 2200 per day(656 ft away; open 24 hours)
A late check-out fee will be charged
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Frequently asked questions
Is Wakamiya pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Wakamiya?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Wakamiya?
Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.
Where is Wakamiya located?
Located in Shimogyo Ward, this ryokan is within a 10-minute walk of Kyoto Tower and Kawaramachi Street. Nishiki Market and Nijō Castle are also within 2 mi (3 km). Kyoto Station is only a 5-minute walk and Gojo Station is 11 minutes.
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