Kindness of staff, incredible location, accessibility to onsen (tattoos allowed), amazing breakfast. We were with our almost 2 year old son who loved it. The staff was very attentive and friendly and Mitsumi in particular was lovely with us.

I think this is that kind of hotel i will never forget. Is incredible stay in a Japan house from 1831, with the same tradition. The room is huge, the staff is super lovely, Akary is our room assistent and she is soooo sweet. The room is beautiful, the hotel is beautiful, and the bed, UFFF i wish have this bed in my house in Brasil. If im a person who lives close from Kyoto, i will always save money and spend a weekends in this hotel. This is a super relaxing hotel. TOTALLY RECOMMEND FOR A RELAXING WEEKEND.

The price is super expensive. Ok this is a super special hotel with a lot a staff, but is expensive, the dinner, the breakfast (im do not take, but if i, will cost a lot of money). The location is ok, but is not in the middle of the crowd. If you want stay in the old town you can found hotel around there. The TRUE is: it was my first time in Japan, in Kyoto. If you want know the city, walk around and if you will not looking for a relaxing hotel who you will spend your time there, im not recommend this one. This hotel is a perfect hotel to STAY there, not to meet a new city. I choose this one because was my husband 40th anniversary and we was looking for a special hotel, and for this, it was perfect.

Unusual experience in a charme place!

All is well managed, maybe price for night could be little bit high!

I stayed at this wonderful ryokan during my trip to Kyoto, and I’m still deeply impressed! This is a truly authentic Edo-period style ryokan, with a serene and cozy atmosphere that beautifully preserves Japanese tradition. Everything—from the interiors to the hot baths—radiates a deep respect for cultural heritage. I want to especially thank the staff. I accidentally left a valuable piece of jewelry in the bath and had nearly accepted that it was lost. But the staff not only found it—they contacted me and kindly mailed it to my hotel in Tokyo. I was genuinely touched by their honesty, care, and attention. This place became more than just accommodation—it became a special memory of my journey in Japan. I will definitely return and wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone seeking a truly Japanese experience and heartfelt hospitality. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

Easily the highlight of my short stay in Kyoto. The staff speak English and their hospitality made the whole experience special! I loved the yukata and ended up buying one at their souvenir shop! Unfortunately, I had to cancel my kaiseki dinner due to health issues, but I enjoyed the Japanese breakfast. And the bath was just perfect for relaxation. Oh, and the Ryokan is super close to the subway, just 3-4 min of walking. I made tons of photos and good memories. I am definitely staying here again next time I am Kyoto.

Nothing. It was simply magical!

This traditional inn exceeded all my expectations, even with the detailed description that led me to choose it in the first place. Before I even arrived, their consideration and exceptional hospitality was clear - evidenced by their suggestion that we have two different dinners so we wouldn’t be ‘bored’ by a repeat of the previous night’s dishes. I can’t imagine anyone not liking a second round of any meal provided by this crew of seasoned experts. The room attendant was thorough and considerate. We wanted for nothing. And the family style room was exquisite.

Our first ryokan stay was a fun experience for the family. We enjoyed everything from sliding across the slippery tatami mats and polished wooden floors in tabi socks to dining in yukatas and soaking in the public bath. The elaborate meals were delightfully presented by Akari, our very sweet and super-efficient host. She made us feel very much at home.

It was too short a stay and we wished we could have had a tour of the entire ryokan, to peek into spaces like the kitchen from which so many trays and little plates of food magically appear. It would be fascinating to know more about the architecture and stories of this very pretty place.

Our Seikoro experience was a beautiful, intimate way to explore a more traditional Japanese lodging experience during our short stay in Kyoto. The room we had for our family of 4 was very comfortable, with two western-style beds (in a smaller side room) and two futon-style beds that the room attendant made up each evening in the main room. The futon beds are definitely firm, so good to expect if you are accustomed to a softer bed! The breakfast allowed us to choose from Western or Japanese style. Our boys (ages 9 and 11) chose the Western style both mornings while parents got the Japanese style. Both were delicious, with different elements both days. The public baths in the hotel were peaceful and relaxing. We also had the kaiseki dinner, which was absolutely delicious, and an ideal way for us to experience that style of dining with our kids, since it was more relaxed to have in our own room than trying to take them out (fine dining within a private room setting). The location of the hotel was great, and it was about a 25 minute walk to Kiyomizu-dera, which opens at 6am and allowed us to walk to early before returning to Seikoro for the lovely breakfast.

We stayed in the family room with western beds because everything else was booked. The room was spacious and had the Japanese ryokan feel that we were hoping for. Even though we had western beds (which were in a separate room), we wanted to experience sleeping on the floor, and the staff willingly prepared the bedding for us each night. As so many reviewers say, the staff were very attentive and welcoming, which made the stay very pleasant. We felt it was in a very good location...away from the hustle and bustle, but easy to get to the sights by walking or metro.

I was a little disappointed that the room was in the new building rather than the original ryokan. However, it was the only one available at the time of booking, and once inside, it does feels quite authentic.

Staying at Seikoro Ryokan was an unforgettable experience. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with such warmth—it truly felt like coming home. The hospitality here is on another level; every staff member was incredibly kind, attentive, and thoughtful. We were celebrating my husband’s birthday during our stay, and I had made a special request ahead of time. The team went above and beyond to help me surprise him with a cake—it was such a beautiful and personal touch that made the night even more special. The ryokan itself is full of traditional charm, beautifully maintained, and so peaceful. It’s rare to find a place that makes you feel this cared for. We’ll always remember our time here—Seikoro is truly a gem in Kyoto and we can’t recommend it enough.

Wish we stayed longer