Located in Kyoto (Shimogyo Ward), Ryokan Shimizu is within a 15-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Tower. .This ryokan is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Kiyomizu Temple and 8.4 mi (13.6 km) from Lake Biwa.
What's nearby
Kyoto Tower - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Kawaramachi Street - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Shijo Street - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Nishiki Market - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Kiyomizu Temple - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
Getting around
Kyoto Station - 6 min walk
Gojo Station - 9 min walk
Itami Airport (ITM) - 50 min drive
Restaurants
小籠包包伸一 - 3 min walk
なか卯七条新町店 - 3 min walk
大西 - 3 min walk
KAKIMARU 七条店 - 3 min walk
Unir 京都店 - 3 min walk
About this property
Ryokan Shimizu
Ryokan in Kyoto, a short walk to Kyoto Tower
Ryokan Shimizu offers 10 accommodations with bathrobes and slippers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.
Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath (no minerals) and a yukata (Japanese robe).
Make yourself at home in one of the 10 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Japanese breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Japanese breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM.
Languages
English, Japanese
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and public transport
Uncovered self parking on site (JPY 1100 per day)
Food and drink
Japanese breakfast available for a fee daily 7:30 AM–9:00 AM: JPY 1100 per person
Guest services
Daily housekeeping
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Spa
Indoor public bath (no minerals)
Yukata (Japanese robe)
Accessibility
This property does not have any lifts
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Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Heating (climate-controlled)
Bathroom
Dressing gowns
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Towels
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV
Food and drink
Fridge
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Mobile key entry
Slippers
Tatami (woven mat floors)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The entrance to the property closes between 0 AM and 6 AM. Guests are not permitted to enter or leave the property during this time.
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 11 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
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 200-1,000 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 Japanese breakfast: approximately JPY 1100 per person
Uncovered self parking fee: JPY 1100 per day
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 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 cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Children 11 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
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
RYOKAN SHIMIZU Kyoto
SHIMIZU Kyoto
Ryokan Shimizu Hotel Kyoto
RYOKAN SHIMIZU Kyoto
RYOKAN SHIMIZU Ryokan
RYOKAN SHIMIZU Ryokan Kyoto
Ryokan Shimizu Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
The property is a good Ryokan experience. The hosts were respectful and provide information on how to get through to the tourist spots. The place is well maintained and i would suggest to try the private bath which is conveniently located in the property for free.
The Con here would be the distance from the Kyoto station. Make sure to take the Central Exit after alighting from Shinkansen. There are a few easy to follow rules that you are required to follow in this property.
Service was excellent, and hosts were very thoughtful and could speak english. We received a nice souvenir from them when checking out. They had a list of recommended restaurants and itinerary in the room which was helpful. The room was comfortable and clean, and we enjoyed the private bath which was free to book.
This is our second time staying at Shimizu and we had, just as 10 years ago, a truly wonderful stay. The hosts invited us to try Japanese calligraphy with them after breakfast and they gave us many suggestions for activities in the neighborhood, like an epic flea market on temple grounds not far from the Ryokan. They adapted the breakfast to my vegetarian diet and it was really tasty. The room is spacious, comfortable and clean. I'm looking forward to spending time in Kyoto again soon and 10/10 will be staying at this amazing Ryokan
Les hôtes sont très accueillant, à l'écoute et très serviable. Ils nous ont donné de nombreux conseils concernant l'organisation de notre séjour à Kyoto.
Le ryokan est très propre et fonctionnel. Ce fut vraiment une très bonne expérience avec un bon rapport qualité-prix.
Yolène
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
Travelled with partner
8 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Accueil vraiment excellent, on nous apporte souvent une petite boisson au retour à la chambre. La chambre et ses équipement sont par contre un peu vieillots et les tapisseries à remplacer.