Kyo Ryokan Gekkou-an

Absolutely magical stay! The private garden was a peaceful oasis. The traditional breakfast was delicious. The bath was amazing and they leave face masks each day! Each afternoon there was a surprise new treat and tea for me to try. The staff were incredibly warm, attentive, and went above and beyond to make me feel welcome. When i solo travel I don't usually sleep well on my first night anywhere but i slept so well here, the pyjamas are so comfortable and the bed is perfect. It is also in short walking distance to the nearest train station. Shin even checked on me after i'd checked out because of difficulty navigating trains in high snow fall. Authentic, tranquil, and unforgettable—pure Japanese hospitality at its finest. Highly recommended, I've never experienced this level of hospitality in my life.

Could not have been more pleased with our stay at this place. Was a little skeptical as it seemed in an unusual spot with minimal reviews, but it turned out to be amazing. They were excellent about communication and we told them what timeframe we would be arriving, we were greeted by two young men in suits who welcomed us to the property and helped us with our things. After a very thorough check in and explanation of the many systems in this amazing small home, including the washer/dryer, heated floors, amazing tub and shower and the incredible lighting and mechanized window shades they brought us a welcoming snack and drink. At the appointed time a little while later they brought in an amazing freshly prepared boxed Japanese dinner. Everything was very fresh and of the highest quality. Not enough can be said about the tub and shower of this home and the courtyard garden they overlook. So peaceful, clean and tranquil. The beds were very comfortable and the Western breakfast they brought in the morning was excellent. Wish we had had more time to enjoy this special place. The host Shohei could not have been better. He was welcoming and helpful with any request we had. 10/10 recommend this place.

It was an amazing experience! Thanks to Shin, our entire stay in Kyoto was fantastic. This place has so many amenities that it’s a shame to stay for only a short time – the whole experience is just being there and relaxing in the private onsen. If this place is available, book it – it will be unforgettable!

We really liked this place. It was a nice, traditional looking place. The entrance was covered in art by a local artist. The first room has a traditional table. I’m not sure what the name is but you basically sit on the floor with your feet in a pit under the table. It’s not exactly great getting in/out for someone like me with bad knees but, while in Japan, might as well try it out. The traditional Japanese breakfasts were served at that table. It was all veg and healthy, but I enjoyed it anyway! The whole place was very nice. We liked the overall aesthetic. I appreciated the nighty night tea they prepared each night. There was a nicely landscaped area out back. Bring a personal fan because the bathroom is a separate room outside the house (as per local regulations) and it is HOT (really, really HOT) out there. There is a l washer/dryer which was very convenient. Overall, the experience was great. We enjoyed having the opportunity to get more of the Japanese experience rather than just staying at a traditional hotel. It’s nice to experience the culture. I would definitely recommend staying here. The one thing that really bothered me was the fact that we went out during the day and they came in and shut off the A/C while we were out. It took several hours to cool the place back off once we got home. This is a hotel that I am paying for and, if I decide to run the A/C while I go out so that it is not disgustingly hot when I get back, that should be up to me. I get that you want to save money but I’m on vacation and I paid to be comfortable. I felt that was overstepping on their part. That is the only issue that prevented me from giving 5 stars.