This was our big splurge of a stay in Japan. We wanted to stay in a traditional ryokan, and wondered how it would differ from a modern ryokan and other accommodations (aside from the price). You'll see and feel it once you arrive. The sight of at least five people bowing at you makes you feel like royalty. They immediately... More

We stayed here for a night to enjoy the traditional japanese hospitality. It was recommended by my travel planner and we truly enjoyed our stay. The place is conveniently located next the main road and train station is only 5 minutes walk from train station. Food is about a block away and 3 blocks away from Gion area where we... More

Seikoro has a wonderful location near a subway stop & easily in walking distance to sites in Gion. Plus taxis were very easy to hail from main street nearby. We were a family of four & enjoyed the traditional room layout. The staff was really nice & supportive. The onsen...oh the onsen...sigh! Did one each morning of our stay &... More

Stayed for two nights at the Seikoro Inn. The rooms were quite spacious and staff were attentive in cleaning and evening turn down service. We sampled the breakfast and dinner for one of the two nights that we stayed at the property. PROS: -very conveniently located next to the subway station -staff were reasonably attentive and prompt with cleaning and... More

We had stayed at a ryokan in the Hakone Hills before this, so understood what the concept of Ryokan was. Frankly this was not great. The staff were welcoming but utterly obsequious, in a slightly offensive way. The building was traditionally Japanese but rather tired. The dinner was substandard, the breakfast was okay. Not hugely appealing.

Located just next to the subway station and few stops from main station Kyoto, I would say their location is pretty impeccable. Explored by foot from the ryokan down to gion and to the numerous temples as well as other main attractions around the area. Ichiban! Service was extremely homely and very typical of Japanese service - too good to... More

We stayed for two nights at the Seikoro Inn. The ryokan is located in a residential area, just a few steps away from the subway station and a comfortable walk to many interesting sites in the area. I noticed that other reviewers pointed out that it is near a major thoroughfare and this is true but the few times we... More

Just had an amazing time with my financee, the staff/family is amazing and helpful, you can feel a true respect of Japanese hospitality, the food is really really good, the honsen very well maintained and location is not bad too. If you want to discover a real Ryokan experience, just don't hesitate!

We have just returned from a 2 night stay at Seikoro Inn. The experience was amazing in this beautifully appointed and tradition Ryokan. The service was faultless from the moment we arrived 2 hrs before checkin to leave our bags before exploring his amazing city. We traveled with our 11 and 13 year old and we were in a 2... More