OKU Kamishichiken  

In Kyoto’s historic Kamishichiken district, a short stroll from Kitano Tenmangū and minutes by car from Kinkaku‑ji and Nijo Castle. Close to Ryoan‑ji, Ninna‑ji and the Kyoto Imperial Palace, this intimate ryokan sits in Central Kyoto and makes shrine-side exploring easy.

This small property offers just six individually decorated guestrooms with fireplaces and flat-screen TVs. Rooms include air conditioning, refrigerators, safes and desks. Bathrooms feature deep soaking or jetted tubs, designer toiletries and bathrobes for a quietly luxurious stay. A terrace, garden and a relaxing lounge add to the low-key, refined vibe.

Find an on-site restaurant and bar/lounge, plus room service during limited hours. Pamper yourself with onsite massages, rent bicycles to roam the neighborhood, or enjoy the terrace and garden. Free Wi‑Fi is available throughout, and there is guest parking for those arriving by car.

24-hour front desk, multilingual staff and concierge services. Complimentary newspapers and luggage storage are provided, and free Wi‑Fi/high-speed internet keeps you connected.

An on-site restaurant serves guests and English breakfast is available for a fee; room service runs during limited hours. For more local flavor, popular nearby eateries include Guilo Guilo Hitoshina, Kyoto Gogyo and Musashi Sushi.