Watazen Ryokan Kyoto

"Clean hotel in typical Japanese style with friendly, helpful staff. Nice rooms of decent size. Good location near Shijo train station (10 mins from Kyoto station), close to bus stops and Gion. Well placed to access shops, restaurants and most of the popular tourist attractions. Would definitely recommend. Only downside if you're shy is the communal bathing area (maybe some rooms have own shower though)." - Daya Salter

"The location is fantastic, just a few blocks from Nishki Markets and town centre. Staff is very helpful and kind. There was lots of places to have good food so did not eat in their restaurent. " - Anonymous

"Fantastic location, clean rooms and incredibly helpful staff. The staff even booked my accommodation in Koguchi and Nachisan, and ensured I had directions to get there! " - Jacinta Plucinski

"Fantastic place! Staff are friendly and try to accomodate needs (little english spoken). There is no curfew!Location plus! It is about a 10 min walk from Shijo (Karasuma) subway station, which is 2 stops from Kyoto JR station. It has a starbucks and 99 store conveniently located down/up the road but try the bakery on Shijo-dori (just up the road and on the opposite side from starbucks). It is walking distance to many attractions in Kyoto such as Nishiki Food Market, Teramachi shopping arcade, pontocho,Gion,and Gion Shrines/Temples . If you want to see Geishas, walk down the street that Gion Corner is on and maybe spot a few geisha in the afternoon or early evening. We were lucky enough!! The Golden Pavillion is about 10 min walk and 20 min bus ride but worth the trip. We stayed 2 nights and thouroughly enjoyed the ryokan experience. The rooms and bathrooms are small but this is usual Japanese standard. There is enough room to be comfortable!" - Trina Johnson