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All reviewsgion districtknock on the doorexcellent ryokanjapanese breakfastspoke very good englishroom was spaciouspublic bathlate at nightmaruyama parktraditional ryokanwithin walking distancetofuside streetjapanese experienceevery morningnishiki marketshort walk
This was the best stay I've ever had in Japan. The tatami room was spacious and gorgeous, the staff were very friendly and accommodating, and we had the option of a private ofuro in our room or public bath. We did a kaiseki dinner, and...More
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1 Thank dragonfly287
Response from き乃ゑ, 広報担当マネージャー at KinoeResponded 5 days ago
Dear Dragonfly287,
Thank you very much for your fabulous comment and we are very glad that you enjoyed having stayed at Kyoto Ryokan Kinoe. We are delighted to hear that you were satisfied with the tatami room, service and a private ofuro in our room,...More
This ryokan has a very good location on a quiet side street less than 10 min walk from Gion. The staff is very helpful, and polite. The customer service personnel is English speaking. When you have question about tourist attractions or travel arrangements, they can...More
We loved staying at Kinoe! We spent 2 nights in Spring 2018.
The location was fantastic, service was great and the room amazing - very spacious. We had a Japanese breakfast which was wonderful. Would stay again.More
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1 Thank melbaus2018
Response from き乃ゑ, 広報担当マネージャー at KinoeResponded 1 week ago
Dear Melbaus2018,
Thank you very much for taking the time to provide us with your valuable feedback.
We sincerely appreciate your kind words about your stay. We are delighted to hear that you were satisfied with the location, service, the room, and a Japanese breakfast....More
We did a two day trip to Kyoto from Tokyo and stayed at The Kinoe for one night. We had a wonderful time and enjoyed the cultural experience and impressive Japanese hospitality!
The staff all spoke enough English that we could get by and the...More
1 Thank Cole M
Response from き乃ゑ, 広報担当マネージャー at KinoeResponded 2 weeks ago
Dear Cole M,
Thank you very much for your fabulous comment and we are very glad that you enjoyed having stayed at Kyoto Ryokan Kinoe. We are delighted to hear that you were satisfied with our property, service and the Kaiseki dinner.
We think you...More
Highly recommend this property.
Room was large and spotlessly clean.
Breakfast was beautiful and served on time.
Staff were helpful and spoke excellent English.
The property is situated on the edge of Guion and within walking distance of the train station.More
Thank John P
Response from き乃ゑ, 広報担当マネージャー at KinoeResponded 3 weeks ago
Dear John P,
Thank you so much for choosing Kyoto Ryokan Kinoe and we are grateful that you have taken the time to write a review of your stay.
We are delighted to hear that you were satisfied with our property, room, breakfast, staff and...More
Gion is Kyoto's famed Geisha District (called "Geiko" in Kyoto). Though Gion's many tea houses and entertainment restaurants are closed to foreigners, Geiko and Maiko in their traditional makeup with gilded hair in full kimono can be seen drifting the streets on their way to and from work, where they fan dance, sing, and play instruments for customers. Gion lights up at night, when the ancient-looking streets
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glow with lanterns along the river, where weeping willows catch the starlight and the air is warmed with conversation. Groups pass through to populate the restaurants and bars along the riverfront, but Gion still manages to be a mostly quiet district, due in large part to limited automotive traffic through many of its streets. Gion is a wonderful place to indulge in Kyoto's local and customary cuisines, and is best enjoyed after dark.
You’re able to book with either a Japanese breakfast included, Japanese breakfast & dinner or room only. Rates will vary for the dates you’re considering but room only is roughly JPY 9,000 less for a room for 2 adults.
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"You need to book in advance, if you wish to enjoy the full traditional kaiseki dinner in your room. It is..."
