Ryokan Motonago
1 night
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1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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Ryokan Motonago
2024 Asia 100 - Cultural Hotels
Kodaiji-dori Washio 511, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture, 605-0072, Japan
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With a stay at Ryokan MOTONAGO, you'll be centrally located in Kyoto, steps from Kodai-ji Temple and within a 5-minute walk of Yasaka Shrine. This ryokan is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Kenninji Temple and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Gion Corner.Show More
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Highlights
Excellent service
Delicious Breakfast
Sparkling clean
Ideal location
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Amenities
Massage room
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Wi-Fi in public areasFree
Safe at front desk
Japanese
Room service
Beauty and makeup
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Property Description
With a stay at Ryokan MOTONAGO, you'll be centrally located in Kyoto, steps from Kodai-ji Temple and within a 5-minute walk of Yasaka Shrine. This ryokan is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Kenninji Temple and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Gion Corner.
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4.7/5
AmazingCleanliness4.7
Amenities4.7
Location4.7
Service4.7
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Surroundings
Metro: Higashiyama
(3950 ft)
Metro: Sanjō Keihan
(4550 ft)
Airport: Osaka International Airport
(30.7 miles)
Train: Gion-Shijo Station
(3200 ft)
Train: Kawaramachi Station
(3950 ft)
Landmarks: Ishibe Alley
(500 ft)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
4
Traditional Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Mozu)
5 Floor bedding
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Toothbrushes
Bedding: Duvet
Bedding: Blanket or quilt
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2
Luxury Quadruple Room
4 Floor bedding
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Toothbrushes
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6
Chikusen Twin Room
2 Single bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Toothbrushes
LCD TV
Bedding: Duvet
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2
Deluxe Twin Room Without Bathroom With Garden View
2 Single bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Toothbrushes
Private toilet
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2
AOBA
2 Floor bedding
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Toothbrushes
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2
Traditional Room Syoen, Twin Japanese Futons, With Garden, Shared Bath, Pirvate Toilet, Non Smoking
4 Floor bedding
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Toothbrushes
LCD TV
Bedding: Duvet
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Guest Reviews
4.7/5
Amazing
27 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness4.7
- Amenities4.7
- Location4.7
- Service4.7
Average for similar properties in Kyoto
AI Summary
Impeccable, friendly staff ensure a warm welcome with additional amenities. Exquisite breakfast options offer a full cultural immersion. Spacious, traditionally decorated rooms with convenient location near popular attractions.
Guest User
August 14, 2024
The room is super big and equipped with a beautiful garden. It is very comfortable to make an appointment for hot spring bathing. The boss is super nice 😭😭😭 This time I came with friends and agreed to have breakfast, which was also delicious. Next time if I travel with my parents and family, I will definitely consider this hotel. The surrounding environment is very beautiful, the hotel is also very quiet, and the traditional Japanese style has always been something I want to experience once. Motonago and Kyoto are both very good memories!
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Guest User
August 13, 2024
Traditional Japanese style, a very special experience, the public bath is more convenient than expected. The location is great, 10 minutes walk from Kiyomizu Temple! Get up early to experience the uncrowded Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka.
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Guest User
August 16, 2024
I still want to experience the traditional Japanese townhouse, which has a good location, a courtyard, and exquisite meals. It would be perfect if the sink could be cleaned up.
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Miaomiao
October 4, 2023
The room was in Japanese style, which I like. The dinner and breakfast were exquisite. It was also very close to the scenic spot. The waiter's attitude was also very good. He even gave me a postcard after leaving the hotel. It was a satisfying experience.
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Guest User
August 19, 2024
An exceptional first-class traditional Japanese ryokan in the heart of picturesque Gion district. This ryokan clearly works hard to maintain its traditional details and keep everything in excellent condition--from the immaculate shoji with yukimi (snow-viewing) panels to the freshly pressed yukata and coat in your room. We stayed one night in a room for four and then in two rooms for two--all were very comfortable and spacious tatami rooms with pretty views, air conditioning, and low tables and cushions for taking tea that appeared in the room in the afternoon. The common o-furu is reserved for your room and has a wonderful deep wooden soaking tub. Breakfast was available at 7:30, 8:00 or 8:30 am and matched the exquisite detail of everything, both the Western breakfast (with egg, ham, toast, salad, a cute little cereal, and coffee) and the Japanese breakfast (with grilled fish, hot pot tofu, tamago rolled omelet, rice, miso soup, and tea). We did not have dinner at the ryokan so I can't comment on it. The staff and owner are extremely friendly and helpful--appearing as if by magic when they are needed, such as to take your shoes when you arrive and make them appear when you about to go out.
Guest User
July 29, 2024
We decided on Montonago after browsing TripAdvisor and other travel sites very thoroughly. We arrived a few hours before check in, but the kind host welcomed us with a nice iced hand towel, and was ready to take our bags as well as guide us to a great lunch spot nearby. Their English is limited, but we were able to communicate very easily. When we returned after check in time, we were greeted by multiple staff, who led us to our room, gave us hot tea, sweets, and immediately scheduled the baths for the evening and the next morning. We chose the Aoba room as our accommodation, which had its own toilet and bath, as well as a spacious and warm traditional Japanese styled room. It was slightly pricey, but 100% worth it as we had a view of the garden, and lots of space and a private toilet. We also opted for the traditional Japanese breakfast every morning of our trip which is definitely the way to go, as we had no other Japanese breakfast options during the rest of our 16 days in Japan. The breakfast was great, I recommend it to anyone who wants a full immersion of Japanese culture. The hotel’s location was also in an amazing spot as well, we were able to walk everywhere and only needed a taxi once! We also chose the traditional Kassegi dinner which was prepared by the hotel, we had a beautiful dinner room with amazing food! If you have picky eaters in the family, that may be a little difficult, but we felt it was worth it and delicious. We slept on the traditional Japanese beds as well, which was the best nights of sleep we had the whole trip! Don’t be scared of trying something new, it was always worth it. We left the ryokan longing to go back. Staff was amazing, helped us the whole way. We couldn’t recommend this place more. Go to Montonago!!!
Guest User
February 24, 2024
This is a wonderful Ryokan. This was our first time in Kyoto or Japan and they were very kind to us and very helpful. It was a very comfortable stay and I highly recommend the breakfast and dinner. The location is perfect and they keep their Ryokan pristine. We felt very welcomed and cared for. Alan and Paris
Guest User
January 5, 2024
Absolutely lovely! Staying at the Ryokan Motonago was one of the highlights for my family and myself during our trip to Japan. It is located right in Gion and the neighborhood around the ryokan was beautiful. The streets still maintain much of a historical and traditional feel that seem to sweep you to another era in history as you’re walking through it. The ryokan itself was just as wonderful! The staff was very courteous and welcoming. Even though our Japanese was very limited, they were able to speak some English and in the end, we did not have any major issues with language. They introduced us to our room, which was spacious and had a view into a small garden area outside. Then, they also provided a simple tea service with mochi. The room comes with internet as well, albeit somewhat slow at times. We did not opt for kaiseki dinner, so we went out to explore the street and sightsee at night. When we returned, our futons were set up and we were treated to more tea. Then, when our reserved times for the baths came, everything was already set up for us - the bath was overflowing with hot water and they even had a small clock in the corner to help us keep time lol. It was perfect! The next morning, we had a Japanese breakfast, which was delicious and beautifully prepared. Then when we returned back to our room, our futons were already put away for us! If you’re looking for an experience in the ryokan, I very much recommend coming here. The staff is wonderful and staying here will make for a memorable night in Kyoto!
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Massage room
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Restaurant
Restaurant
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Parking
Parking
Front Desk Services
Safe at front desk
Luggage storage
24-hour front desk
Languages Spoken
Japanese
Food & Drink
Room service
Health & Wellness
Massage room
Beauty and makeup
Mountain climbing
Off-site
Public baths
Public Areas
No smoking in public areas
Water purifier
Garden
Cleaning Services
Clothes steamer
Safety & Security
First aid room
CCTV in public areas
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Smoke detector
Security personnel
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 16:00–19:00
Check-out: Before 10:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
Child Policies
Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, extra beds cannot be added. Please contact the hotel for details about crib policies.
Breakfast
Breakfast is available at the hotel. Please contact the hotel for details.
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact hotel |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.
Paying at the Hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Opened: 1904
- Renovated: 1972
- Number of Rooms: 10
With a stay at Ryokan MOTONAGO, you'll be centrally located in Kyoto, steps from Kodai-ji Temple and within a 5-minute walk of Yasaka Shrine. This ryokan is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Kenninji Temple and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Gion Corner.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. This ryokan also features gift shops/newsstands and a reception hall.
Take advantage of the ryokan's room service. Local cuisine breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff.
Stay in one of 11 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and a turndown service.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. This ryokan also features gift shops/newsstands and a reception hall.
Take advantage of the ryokan's room service. Local cuisine breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff.
Stay in one of 11 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and a turndown service.