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Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo

4.0 star property
Ryokan with free breakfast, steps from Sanzen-in Temple

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Suite with Private Open-air Bath “Sakura” | Bathroom
Dining
Exterior
Garden
Twin Room (Fuji)
Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo, steps from Sanzenin Temple, offers a genuine Japanese experience with indoor mineral hot springs, peaceful gardens, and traditional breakfasts. Staff guide temple visits, and high-speed WiFi keeps everyone connected.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$850
5 Nov - 6 Nov

Room options

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Japanese-style Room with Private Open-air Bath “Kaede”

Japanese-style Room with Private Open-air Bath “Kaede”

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout curtains
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

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Suite with Private Open-air Bath “Sakura”

Suite with Private Open-air Bath “Sakura”

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout curtains
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Futon

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Japanese-style Room, Garden View

Japanese-style Room, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

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Tatami Twin Room

Tatami Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Garden
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout curtains
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Japanese-style Room “Yamabuki”

Japanese-style Room “Yamabuki”

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Garden
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

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Twin Room (Fuji)

Twin Room (Fuji)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Garden
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout curtains
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Japanese-style Room "Ochiai"

Japanese-style Room "Ochiai"

Highlights

Garden
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Renovated in 2020
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

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About the area

Map
22 Ohara Shorincho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 601-1241

What's nearby

  • Sanzen-in Temple - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kyoto International Conference Centre - 17 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Kyoto University - 21 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 23 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Mount Hiei - 40 min drive - 24.9 km

Getting around

  • Yase-Hieizanguchi Station - 12 min drive
  • Kokusaikaikan Station - 16 min drive
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪峰道レストラン - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪雍州路 - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪京大原 芹生茶屋 (Seryo-Jaya) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪ウッドギャラリー - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪呂川茶屋 - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo

Upscale ryokan remodelled in 2020 and located near Sanzen-in Temple
At Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo, you can look forward to free Japanese breakfast, an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen) and a coffee shop/cafe. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 2 indoor hot springs. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with a Japanese garden and a restaurant.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • A free bus station shuttle, hot springs on-site and multilingual staff
  • Smoke-free property, luggage storage and bike parking
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually decorated, and offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bidets, hairdryers and soap
  • Private gardens, wardrobes/cupboards and LED light bulbs

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free bus station shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free Japanese breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Kaiseki meal

Things to do

  • 2 indoor/outdoor hot springs

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains

Spa

  • 2 indoor hot springs
  • 2 indoor/outdoor hot springs
  • 2 outdoor hot springs
  • Hot springs open from 3:00 PM - midnight
  • Hot springs water temperature - 41 ºC
  • Public bath open from 3:00 PM - midnight
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1980
  • Renovated entire property - July 2020
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Geta (wooden sandals)
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the bus station; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g. directions)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 12 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

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 200-10,000 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.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Alipay and PayPay
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Hot springs access available from 3:00 PM to midnight
Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
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
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities

Property is also known as

Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo
Ryokan Seryo
Kyoto Ohara Seryo
Seryo
Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo Kyoto
Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo Ryokan
Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo Ryokan Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Is Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo?

As of 31 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo on 5 Nov 2025 start from AU$849.62, including 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 at Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo located?

Located in Sakyo Ward, this ryokan is steps from Sanzen-in Temple and within 9 mi (15 km) of Kyoto University and Kyoto Imperial Palace. Heian Shrine and Gion Corner are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 103 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 103 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 103 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adaku

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Magical place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best decision for my Kansai trip!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

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The ryokan was beautiful and the experience was amazing. The food was delicious and the staff was very attentive and caring. Thank you for the wonderful experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience! I would recommend this place to anyone. Loved our time here.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Staci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This Ryokan is exceptional, the baths, the food, the property, and the kind staff! It was such a restful and peaceful time and a great way to tap into nature before heading back to the busy city.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pauleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is by far the most beautiful and relaxing hotel we stayed at while in Japan. Highly recommend this experience. The pictures do not do this place justice. It’s stunning and so well kept. The Hot Pot, Shabu Shabu dinner was also the best meal we had during our entire trip!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Humay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at Seryo for one night. The service and food were outstanding. The only downside is that the rooms can get cold quickly, but the futon and comforters were very warm and there’s also AC if you need it. Just a heads-up: this is a traditional Japanese inn with public baths separated by gender, and bathing is done nude.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful night in an authentic Ryokan
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

raquel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything at this Ryokan was top notch. Excellent service, delicious traditional meals and immaculately clean facilities. The staff is very kind and helpful- they speak English well and have all answers to your questions. Onsen is beautiful and very clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow! What an incredible stay! Probably the best experience of our entire trip to Japan. The owner was incredibly kind and welcoming, even showing us different local matcha varieties used during the meals. If you are visiting Kyoto on your trip to Japan, I would HIGHLY recommend staying at this property for the full Ryokan experience, equipped with a beautiful Onsen, Yukata, and local shrines in Ohara. 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful experience. The property is beautiful, the staff are so attentive to your every need and the meal service was Michelin star worthy. A little out of the way to get to but well worth the trek. Would absolutely recommend to anyone considering this property
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Authentic Japanese experience

This hotel is actually far from Kyoto, so be prepared for a very long ride from either the train station or airport. The food was excellent and the room was very basic. Comfortable, but no frills. For the price I was expecting something a little nicer. If you want an authentic Japanese experience, this place is perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

COURTNEY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A true gem of an experience

Loved this family-owned and operated Ryokan. The attention to detail and service was impeccable. The meals were an experience onto their own - absolutely delightful and delicious. Wonderful location to hike and visit temples near by. Secluded and serene location in the mountains. A little hard to get to from Kyoto, but worth the effort. Wish we had stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you are looking for a traditional ryokan and a more remote area, this is the perfect place. Although it is about 45 mins from Kyoto train station, you will not be disappointed. Upon arrival, we were immediatelty greeted by the staff and welcomed with matcha tea while our bags were taken to our rooms. The rooms were very clean and beautifully decorated. Our room featured a private onsen overlooking the mountains. It was absolutely breathtaking. Both dinner and breakfast were amazing! We stayed one night and spent the next morning walking around the small town which was quite quaint and adorable. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The highlight of staying in Kyoto. This ryokan is going towards more of the countryside of Kyoto in Ohara but it is definitely worth spending a couple nights in. Yes it is farther away from the main tourist temples but honestly it is so much nicer staying here away from all the tourists and finding hidden gems within Ohara where there are hardly any tourists. The rooms themselves were so serene and peaceful. The onsens always feel amazing especially after long days exploring temples and gardens. The staff and service were beyond accommodating and friendly. My wife had dietary restrictions and they were more than happy to accommodate. Breakfast and dinner is included with each night which is so lovely not having to worry about what to eat for dinner when it is already provided. Our room had a nice view of the garden and koi fish swimming around. I can't say enough about how great it was to stay here and I would highly recommend to anyone I know to stay here. You will receive a unique Kyoto experience from everyone else if you stay here and will never forget! Thank you to the staff, you have made our visit to Japan incredibly memorable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Wouldn’t let me check in after 5 leaving me with out a hotel room for a night.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we had an amazing time at Seryo!! the staff was immediately incredibly welcoming and showed us all the amenities and our wonderful room with a perfect garden view. the food was incredible and they even adjusted everything to be vegan for me!! we unfortunately had a less than desired experience at a different ryokan right after our perfect experience at Seryo which just affirmed that Seryo was the right decision!! highly recommend and would love to go back again in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel staying in ohara in Kyoto No other better than this property in Kyoto Service and food is best!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stuff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Akiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
近場で久々の家族旅行に料理旅館とのことで料理を楽しみにゆっくりできたらと思い宿泊させてもらいました。みなさんスタッフさんは親切でお部屋も露天風呂がついていていつでもちょうどいい温度で入れて懐石料理も季節を感じられる料理で満足です。又機会があれば宿泊したいです。
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Samuele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Personal war freundlich und zuvorkommend. Das Hotel ist etwas weit weg von der Bushaltestelle und es geht Berg hoch bis zum Hotel. Deshalb empfiehlt es sich beim Hotel anzurufen und nach einem Transfer zu fragen. Auf dem Rückweg haben wir den Transfer in Anspruch genommen. Die Onsen waren nach Geschlechtern getrennt (so wie es in Japan üblich ist). Insgesamt waren die gemeinsamen Onsen aber sauber, einladend und schön. Das Essen ist typisch japanisch. Der Shabu Shabu hat uns gut geschmeckt, auch wenn es etwas Übung bedarf die Zutaten rechtzeitig rein und raus zu tun. Das Schönste war auf jeden Fall der kleine japanische Garten mit dem Koi-Teich hinter den Zimmern. Alles in allem hat uns das gut gefallen im Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yun Jeong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
한적한 교토 료칸 분위기를 즐기기에 너무 좋았음. 직원들이 너무 친절했고 산젠인, 호센인과도 가까워 주변산책히기에도 위치가 매우 좋음
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me and my partner had an amazing experience here. The workers were extremely helpful and made wonderful hosts. We felt taken care of at every step of the way. I would love to come back any time I am in Kyoto.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

AUBURN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place has amazing service and food, the staff was very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

HAE MIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
스텝들도 매우 친절하고 가이세키도 정갈하고 맛있었습니다. 대욕장은 조금 작아요!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025