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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
Twin Room (Fuji)
Exterior
Garden

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Restaurant

Room options

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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 Single 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 Single Beds

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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 Single 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
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Futon

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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 Single Futons

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Japanese-style Room “Yamabuki”

Japanese-style Room “Yamabuki”

Highlights

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

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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

  • ‪土井志ば漬本舗本店 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪カフェヴィーゼ - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪比叡山峰道レストラン - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪京大原芹生茶屋 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪和み家心天狗 - ‬18 min drive

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, bike parking and luggage storage
  • 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

Languages

English, Japanese

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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 200–1,000 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 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. 78 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 93 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

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

Amazing experience! I would recommend this place to anyone. Loved our time here.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

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

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

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

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

We hade an amazing Stay with access to the zen garden from the room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10

Nice and peaceful place to stay from the business of Kyoto.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10

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

the staff was very friendly and welcoming! The kyokan was absolutely beautiful and the full course meal for dinner was delicious!my private onsen with the mountain view was spectacular!Will definitely be coming back next time I’m in Japan
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

The property has some of the most stunning views and the staff were exceptionally kind and helpful. The food was magnificent and me and my wife loved our private onsen. It gave a much needed break from an otherwise busy vacation.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Wonderful night in an authentic Ryokan
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10

We had a beautiful, relaxing, and very special few nights at Seryo - the property is gorgeous and spotless; the staff is friendly and accommodating; and the food was out-of-this-world! It’s obvious the owner and everyone at Seryo put a lot of love and care into both Seryo and the guest experience. We can’t wait to tell all our friends and family to come to Kyoto and stay at Seryo.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10

The pictures looked better than the actual product, but we were there in winter….
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10

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

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

Staff was wonderful, room was amazing just what you picture when booking a Ryokan. Our room had a private outdoor bath overlooking the mountains. Worth every penny
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10

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

10/10

The property and staff were impeccable! We had a beautiful room with a private onsen and couldn’t be happier. The sakura were blooming right outside our window and the staff were extremely friendly and kind. 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10

The property was beautiful. The bath, gardens, and room were all amazing. The meal offered was really good and they give you a welcome drink and snack. There are shops, places to eat, and shrines nearby with an opportunity to walk to a waterfall. The staff was very nice and attentive. Free shuttle to the nearest bus station. Amazing and peaceful stay. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10

This was truly a 10/10 experience. The staff were so incredibly kind and helpful, the space with the private outdoor onsen was picture-perfect, and the food was the best we had in our two weeks in Japan! We were truly blown away with our experience from beginning to end.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10

Amazing staff! So friendly. Beautiful setting with gardens and greenery. Dinner was such a treat - fresh and unique.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10

I cannot recommend this place enough! It was so relaxing, beautiful, and the staff was incredible! They offer traditional and local breakfast and dinner that rivaled Michelin star restaurants! It was our first Ryokan experience but definitely will not be our last now. Such an incredible place!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

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

10/10

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