Very comfortable! Staff are lovely and breakfast is delicious. Only a short walk from Kyoto station but in a very quiet and charming neighbourhood. We’d happily stay here again.

The holder of this ryokan were such a lovely and welcoming family! They always try to help when you need anything and give you advises for Kyoto. The small apartments were so lovely. It was amazing to experience the old living and sleeping style of japan. It was really clean and had anything you need for our stay. The breakfast was outstanding! It tasted like my japanese grandma cooked just for me. The small onsens are really cute and absolutely sufficient for 2 people.

The sanitarys could be bit cleaner. There were some dark spots on the hose in the onsen. The water pressure in the apartments is a bit weak. Sadly I spent more time trying to not burn or freeze myself.

If you are looking for a relaxing place where to stay during your days in Kyoto, this is the best one! Ryokan is owned by a lovely couple that was always available at the desk, they were so kind and reliable, also there was a lady cooking delicious breakfast everyday (I had loved to try the traditional Japanese breakfast even if it was very different from my normal one, taste was amazing). The ryokan is so quiet, with curfew and rules about noise, I was comfortable with it because after long day walking around the city this was helping for me to rest. They have a small nice onsen that you can book at the desk, it was perfect for me in the evening time before going to bed. If I will come back to Kyoto, I will choose this place without esitation. Thank you so much! Okini 🤗

The neighborhood's neatly lined roads and the property's close proximity to the Kyoto Tower as a visible landmark made the place extremely easy to navigate around and to and from, especially with the Kyoto Station nearby as well. The room was cosy with just enough space, various amenities were provided, and the futon bed was comfortable to sleep in. The breakfast was abundant and delicious (shoutout to the blueberry alcohol served), and the staff were friendly and accommodating when asked if I could pack my unfinished food to go. The place itself was also beautifully decorated from the entrance to the lobby, as well as all the hallways. We were given a nice little commemorative photo and some coasters as we were leaving after check-out.

Having just a single key per room, which needs to be returned to the front desk whenever exiting the property, just means that a bit of coordinating will be required when multiple people with separate schedules having to go in and out are involved.

We absolutely LOVED this place. The ryokan is ran by husband and wife and they were super friendly and welcoming. The place also have private onsen that you can book for yourself during 4pm-9pm window. They also offered Japanese styled breakfast at ¥1200/person that we would recommend to try once. The decorations are lovely. They also have parking in front with fee of ¥1000/night. Ryokan room is spacious, with private shower and toiler. The location is at a quiter part of Kyoto which we much more appreciate. On check out day the owners take photos of you to put on their wall

Nothing major but the ryokan is not soundproof so for other travellers that prefer more privacy please keep in mind.

The couple who ran the inn were so accommodating and kind. The rooms were spacious and lovely. I particularly loved that they had a public bath available for private appointments. The breakfast was exquisite and the woman who brought out our food was lovely. We loved our stay and would recommend this inn to everyone and would gladly stay here again. The location was close to Kyoto station and many bus routes.

I would suggest adding a trash can under the vanity. Having a spot to put clothes would also be helpful but I also understand I booked the traditional room so that may be just how traditional rooms are set up.

This is an excellent place to stay!! The owners are kind, joyful and always available. It's walking distance to the train station; breakfast is Japanese style, fresh, delicious and plentiful; the lodging is completely spotless, from top to bottom! Each room has separate climate control. And, a bonus, if you're hesitant about trying the Japanese public bath experience, they extend a private appointment option. And finally, the room rate is budget friendly. Don't hesitate about staying at Ryokan Shimizu, you will enjoy authentic and amazing Japanese hospitality!!

The staff are super nice! They chatted with us and gave us food recommendations! The ryokan is decorated wonderfully with things that reflect the history and traditions of Kyoto, and the rooms are very comfortable. I was a bit worried about their size when I initially booked, but I felt that they were plenty big enough for me and my partner. Location is good as well, it was a very quiet residential area. Next time we go to Kyoto, we’ll stay here again!

Really there wasn’t much to dislike. It’s about a 10 minute walk from Kyoto station or Gojo station, but it’s a nice walk. I don’t have anything bad to say, I liked our whole stay!

The reception, the cleanliness, the staff were very professional and accomodating. We had the best sleep of our trip in this lovely hotel. Its just like advertised and gives you an authentic japanese traditional home experience. The onsen experience was lovely as well.

The checkout time could be a little later, especially that the check in time is very late compared to other hotels. It felt like half a night instead of a full night. The breakfast was freshly made and professionally set up but I guess traditional japanese breakfast is not our taste.

This place is sooooooooooooooooo good!! The rooms are perfectly comfortable and beautiful. The interior and garden of ryokan is so cute. It has a great location. The staff is extremely nice. The place is soo quiet 🤫(love it). You can use the onsen (Japanese bath), and it is private!!! This very rare, normally you have to go in with other people. But this ryokan let’s you use it just buy yourself. I looooved everything. Especially the breakfast was sooooooo delicious!!! Thank you!!!

Zero. None. Everything was perfect.