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Reviews of Kyomachiya Ryokan Sakura Hongan-G

3 out of 5
Kyomachiya Ryokan Sakura Hongan-G
228 Butsuguyacho Aburakoji Hanayacho, Sagaru Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 291 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 119 out of 291 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 291 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 291 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 291 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at a machiya converted to a ryokan for 2 nights. I specifically picked a room with western style beds (vs futon on tatami). The place was exquisitely charming. The staff was extremely warm, friendly and helpful. We opted for the breakfast which was prepared carefully - we enjoyed it immensely. The location was a few blocks from the Kyoto train station but very quiet. My only suggestion is to add a bidet to our toilet - I've come to appreciate bidets since I stayed in a regular Tokyo hotel prior to Kyoto. I highly recommend this property and will stay here again next time I visit Kyoto!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
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Amazing location, awesome and attentive staff, very cool experience. Breakfast is amazing too!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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I liked the location, cleanliness, friendliness of the staff. Room small but well appointed. The tatami mat could have been a bit bigger, breakfast was very basic, especially the Continental option, one slice of toast, but unlimited coffee! Still, I would go back, do some more self catering. There is a fridge in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Andre

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Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marc

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True Japanese Culture
This authentic Ryokan provided us with a true Japanese experience. It did not disappoint. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. The location is perfect in a quiet residential neighbourhood close to many sights and public transportation to visit sights further afield.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
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Very good kindly service, delicious meal, neat room, beautiful land scaping, satisfaction very much.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very modern take on a traditional concept. Staff is very poliet and friendy and they all speak excellent english. Close to lots of restaurants, 2 temples and kyoto station
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
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This property was amazing. The staff is incredibly welcoming, friendly, and genuinely want to help. They also equip you with stuff to do and places to eat in the hood. And they called us a cab to the train station to make our lives easier. Breakfast was good as well. Would absolutely recommend to my friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
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Great location, very clean, lovely lobby and breakfast area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

sakara

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Paid in advance. Was very expensive. Booking states all fees included but when arrived at the hot we have to pay a local fee. Not sure why Hotels.com stated that all fees where included when it wasnt. If we knew this we would not have booled this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ka

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Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Yang

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good tatami inn
A nice ryokan style inn with around 25 rooms, general hardware and software are quite good, breakfast also nice, only negative point is the location , which is a bit remote to any major attraction or even public transportation station
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Vari

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Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ellika

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2 days in Tokyo
Everything was great, lovely room, nice breakfast, good area and fantastic service. Would here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

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Friendly place and great location
Very nice stay with lovely welcoming staff and great facilities with a Japanese feel. A great area as well - very east to travel to other areas too via train. Would recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tetiana

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Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
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The front desk had excellent English and was very knowledgeable about the city and how to get around. The breakfast (esp. the Japanese option) was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Staff is experianced at dealing with weaterners and were able to provide a more traditional japanese experiance while catering to westerners.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
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We had a great time here, thank you! The room was clean and the hotel was in a convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

4/10 Poor

"Aki"

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never stayed here. had no record of this reservation and while in Kyoto received an e-mail telling me i hadn't checked in. responded immediately apologizing for any misunderstanding and they just put me down as a no-show and billed me for 4 nights! i'm trying to survive on a meager pension and can't afford this!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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very friendly helpful stuff and nice breakfast.clean tidy room. Highly recommended. Will stay again soon 🙏🙏🙏 Thank you kindly to all the stuff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

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Beautiful little Ryokan
A beautiful and quiet place to stay a little out of the way in Kyoto. Within walking distance of two beautiful temples, and a 40 minute walk to Gion. The service here was excellent, and I highly recommend the traditional Japanese breakfast. Each item was explained to us as we sat down and the food was very good (but you better like fish!). Traditional Japanese rooms are simple tatami and provided a tranquil and relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Sung

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Walk around neighborhood.
Somewhere between tractional ryokan and American Inn.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Aileen

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Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

2/10 Terrible

Qihong, Singapore

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well trained staff. comfortable room. good breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

s

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Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

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Loved this Ryokan
Amazing location and a lovely introduction to Japan’s cultural capital Kyoto... loved our stay and happy to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Great spot
Good location, comfortable rooms and the staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cyndi, Hong Kong

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It's very good experience. The hotel is close to Nishi Honganji (a temple), and even if you want to walk to the hotel from Kyoto station, it's also easy to (which I did, walking around 15 min). Very quiet and lovely neighborhood. Hotel staff are very helpful and friendly, I love the breakfast they cooked, Yummy!! Room was beautifully designed with a Japanese tatami and a japanese garden. I did enjoy sitting on my cusion on the floor of the garden, drinking sencha (japanese tea) . When the earthquake happened, I heard the broadcasting system saying in Japanese that "this is an earthquake". It would be better if other instructions can be added into the broadcast, such as should we stay in the room or evacuate, and also in English if possible. Overall love hotel and would love to revisit in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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Traditional Ryokan off the beaten track
Nice traditional ryokan with key amenities, local buses nearby to key attractions in quiet area. Good friendly helpful service.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie

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First Ryokan, so great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jack

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Great hotel with friendly smiles!
Wonderful experience with very friendly staff. Would love to get the opportunity to stay with you again. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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Great location that was easy working distance from Kyoto station. Stayed in the traditional Japanese room which was small but comfortable. Staff were very welcoming and accomodating throughout the stay. Highly recommend. Would have loved for the property to have included an Onsen to fully complete the authentic Japanese stay.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Beyond our expectations!
Our Sukiya Style room was perfect and exactly same as shown on photos on web pages with a small garden. Very good size, clean and comfortable. A complete Zen. 5 minutes walking distance to the bus strop which takes us directly Gion and other connections. One stop to Kyoto station but I preferred to walk. Quite street with a museum (Ryukoku Museum) and a very close temple which I couldn't find time to visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Santi, Singapore

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Third time, always a grest experience
I have been in this ryokan a couple of times and it always has been a great experience. A good taste of the traditional Japan.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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The staff is great with full of service mind.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Maria, Sydney Australia

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A hidden Treasure
Hidden away in the little streets of Kyoto but within walking distance of Kyoto station, the Imperial Palace and many other Shrines and places to visit. The place was quiet, immaculate and staff including kitchen staff were warm and accommodating eagerly wishing to be of service to its guests. Breakfast, wonderful! If you're keen on Ryokan style, I truly recommend this little treasure. Always pleasing to return to after a busy day. Thank you to all the staff for making our stay memorable. We hope to stay there again in future. Maria and Alan
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Carol, Australia

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Excellent local taste of Kyoto experience
Blend of traditional and modern comfort. Excellent location, great food nearby, very safe area, close to buses, 1km from Kyoto Station, easy walk. Staff so helpful with advice on transport, tourism etc, Excellent breakfast. We stayed 5 nights, LOVED it. Go and try it, it’s a unique experience off the beaten path. Beds are very comfortable, small bathroom but contains everything..
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

Vincent

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Great Modern Style Ryokan, Location okay
Great concept for those looking for a ryokan experience, but with the amenities of a modern hotel. You sleep on tatami mats, have tea on the floor, but at the end of the day, still have your own bathroom to wash up in. The only downside is its location right by the Honangi Temple. Great to see the temple, but the hotel sits in a very residential part of town without a large assortment of restaurants and it gets quiet at night. On a map, it sits between Kyoto station and one of the main blvds, thus you can walk to either, but neither are right outside your door. We ended up needing 2 bus connections to get to the main parts of town. We just had to factor that into our day, and we couldn’t just pop back to the room and back out. We had an enjoyable stay though and would still recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Robert & Jenny, swindon UK

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Very friendly hotel
Close to the station, we enjoyed our stay sleeping on futons in a room overlooking g the courtyard. The staff were always helpful advising on how best to find our way and arranging a tea ceremony for us
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

Liz, london

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Authentic ryokan with lovely outdoor onsen
Short stay in a traditional ryokan. Warm welcome with tea and advice about obsess!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017