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Ishicho

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Near Nishiki Market and Kyoto Imperial Palace, Ishicho provides an indoor public bath (no minerals), a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Laundry

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Oyado Ishicho Tower - Japanese Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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Ryokan dining

Ishicho Shogikuen Tower - Japanese Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

Double or Twin JAPANESE ROOM

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free WiFi

Double or Twin JAPANESE ROOM NON SMOKING

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free WiFi

Room ANNEX

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Located in Downtown Kyoto, a neighborhood in Kyoto, Ishicho is near a metro station. Kawaramachi Street and Nishiki Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and Lake Biwa. Kyoto Gyoen National Garden and Kyoto Municipal Zoo are also worth visiting. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
Map
Kawaramachi Dori Takeya Higashi Iru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 604-0901

What's nearby

  • A brightly lit urban street at night with illuminated buildings and a tree-lined sidewalk.
    Kawaramachi Street
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A traditional wooden building with a stone wall and a narrow water channel.
    Kiyamachi Street
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A street with red umbrellas and a restaurant with a sign in Japanese.
    Pontocho Alley
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • A traditional Japanese temple with red pillars and a tiled roof.
    Kyoto Imperial Palace
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • A bustling indoor market with various shops and stalls.
    Nishiki Market
    18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Jingu-marutamachi Station
    6 min walk
  • Shiyakusho-mae Station
    7 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX)
    112 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chapter The Grill
    4 min walk
  • カヌレ
    5 min walk
  • 一保堂茶舗
    5 min walk
  • SCHOOL BUS COFFEE STOP KYOTO
    2 min walk
  • Bar K6
    4 min walk

About this property

Ishicho

  • Upscale ryokan near Kawaramachi Street
  • Nishiki Market and Kyoto Imperial Palace are located near Ishicho, which provides an indoor public bath (no minerals), a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), hot springs on site, and self parking (surcharge)
    • A ballroom, a water dispenser, and luggage storage
    • A front-desk safe, a vending machine, and a banquet hall
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 112 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Down comforters and extra futons (surcharge)
    • Bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and toilets with electronic bidets
    • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Uncovered self parking on site (JPY 1,000 per night)
  • Uncovered extended parking on site (JPY 1,000 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: JPY 2,200 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Hot springs
  • Karaoke
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Spa

  • Hot springs
  • Public bath open from 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 2 buildings
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Extra futon (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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 100–10,000 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.
  • A bathing tax, collected at the property, may be charged. The bathing tax applies to properties with hot springs and ranges from JPY 150-500 per person, per night based on local regulations. Please note that further exemptions may apply.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately JPY 2200 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: JPY 1000 per night
  • Uncovered extended parking fee: JPY 1000 per night
  • Futon bed fee: JPY 4000 per night

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 credit card, debit card, or 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests who wish to book breakfast are encouraged to contact the property 2 days before arrival to pre-book it.

We should mention

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
Parking height restrictions apply
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities

Frequently asked questions

Is Ishicho pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ishicho?

As of Aug 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ishicho on Aug 27, 2026 start from CA $140, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for JPY 1000 per night. Extended parking is available for JPY 1000 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Ishicho?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Ishicho?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Ishicho located?

Located in Downtown Kyoto, this ryokan is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kawaramachi Street, Kyoto Imperial Palace, and Shijo Street. Nishiki Market and Nijō Castle are also within 1 mi (2 km). Shiyakusho-mae Station is 7 minutes by foot and Sanjo Keihan Station is 13 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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