Tawaraya RyokanvsYoshikawa Inn Tempra

Both Yoshikawa Inn Tempra and Tawaraya Ryokan are rated very highly by professionals. On balance, Tawaraya Ryokan scores significantly better than Yoshikawa Inn Tempra. Tawaraya Ryokan has a TripExpert Score of 79 with positive reviews from 4 reviews like concierge.com, Frommer's and Fodor's.

Tawaraya Ryokan

Tripexpert score:

8/10

Location:278 Nakahakusancho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 604-8094

Price:

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Amenities:

Hot Tub
Free Internet
Room Service
Free Breakfast
Air Conditioning
Breakfast included

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Expert reviews:

Frommer's

"With refined taste reigning supreme, each room is different and exquisitely appointed." Full review

Concierge

"A favorite of heads of state, movie stars, and obsessive Japanophiles... devastatingly expensive."

Star Service

"Located east of the Oike subway station, this expensive hostelry numbers among the most famous ryokan in Japan, along with Hiiragiya across the street." Full review

The hotel rarely responds to special requests in advance.

Hideaway Report

96.0

"Celebrated ryokan in the center of the city, owned by the same family for nearly 300 years. Stepping inside feels like a form of time travel." Full review

Fodor's

"The hotel is known not only for its hospitality, but also for the sumptuous but subdued decor, impeccable service, and splendid gardens." Full review

Lonely Planet

Top choice

"Tawaraya has been operating for more than three centuries and is one of the finest places to stay in the world." Full review

Yoshikawa Inn Tempra

Tripexpert score:

7/10

Location:135 Matsushitacho Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 604-8093