Seryo

Best place we've stayed in a while! Great to get out of the hustle/bustle of touring the cities. We enjoyed a traditional room and excellent Kaiseki dinner. We had eaten at a two star Michelin restaurant serving Kaiseki in Kyoto two days prior. My spouse and I both agreed Seryo's food, the flavor/creativity/presentation/service was above and beyond better than the two Michelin star place we had experienced!!||All the staff were so kind and helpful. We enjoyed the ambiance of this entire experience. If returning, we would definitely want to revisit this special place!

An absolutely amazing stay. This a small onsen that is very private. The actual onsens and areas are small so not great for large groups. But great for couples or by yourself. The scenery is amazing. But what stands out is the service and food. Every meal was a beautifully presented meal and quite generous. Nice to have all the temples around for you to walk to during the day as well.

Incredible, incredible, incredible place. We booked the Kaede room after much research and it was so much more than what we were looking forward to. The expansive garden, private onsen bath, public baths, dinner+breakfast, welcoming staff that spoke English. I must sincerely advocate for you to book the Kaede room and treat the location with respect. The same person who checks you in will give you a Ryokan tour, serve you dinner and breakfast, translate, transport luggage, and drive you to and from the bus station. the place has only 9 room, each curated with their own view. It cannot be understated how incredibly breathtaking this entire place is. Book more than one night's stay. We sincerely regretting only staying one night. I will forever cherish my stay there for the rest of my life.

Very pretty and charming Ryokan- landscaping was gorgeous, felt like we were inside a delightful Japanese Garden - lights at night made it feel magical...|Easily accessible by subway and taxi from Kyoto Central station.|Dinner - (10 courses), and breakfast were exquisite- food was delicious, elegantly prepared and served |Staff was very nice and very courteous- very little English, but trying their best...|Onsen indoors and outdoors were small, but pleasant ( no previous experience to compare them to).|The only reason I am not giving 5 stars is because I feel that the time guests can use the mineral baths if they stay only one night is quite limited- No access to the inside of the Ryokan or the baths before 3 pm on day of arrival and after 10 am the following morning, day of departure--except to sit in the outdoor cafe/ restaurant which is on the property in the garden and where you can wait for your taxi or your admission to the Ryokan- ||Other than that, I highly recommend it, especially for a stay of more than one day- the countryside around is also beautiful. A new and very pleasant experience for the 2 of us.

Our first ryokan experience couldn’t have been more perfect. We stayed in a room with a private outdoor onsen and woke up to the most peaceful Japanese Zen garden view — it felt like a dream. Dinner was an incredible kaiseki , with wagyu shabu shabu that practically melted in our mouths. We paired it with a Junmai Daiginjo sake flight, which matched beautifully with each course. Breakfast was just as memorable. The hospitality was warm, thoughtful, and made us feel completely at home. A truly romantic and unforgettable stay — one we’ll remember for a long time. Location is secluded, not convenient but hey it’s a hidden gem. I would gate keep this place lol

The rooms were clean with a beautiful view, with yukatas provided. The private onsen was wonderful. The staff was even more amazing and helpful, accommodating all dietary restrictions for breakfast and dinner. They also called a taxi for us. Overall, recommended for everyone that wants a luxurious experience in Kyoto.

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.

We took a taxi to this location because it was a little too far by bus, and we had all of our luggage with us. The location is beautiful. If you're only staying for one night like we did, then you should check in at the earliest (3:00 pm) so you can explore the local area. There are some really nice shrines nearby. We were only able to do this after breakfast the next morning. We also had to be out by 10:00 am, which surprised us because it was listed as 11:00 am on Trip.com. You will be served traditional Japanese cuisine for dinner and breakfast. They do an excellent job of presenting all of the dishes, and the service is also incredible. But if you're not used to eating raw fish, or traditional Japanese cuisine in general, you should definitely bring your own snacks to eat in your room! We stayed in the Garden view room with tatami mats. The staff will actually rearrange the room for you during dinner and set up your beds if you select this room. That was a very nice touch, so make sure you don't leave your room a total mess before dinner! I have added a picture of the beds after they were set up. The garden view was well worth the money we spent for it. Very relaxing and beautiful. And surprisingly enough...the tatami beds were super comfortable and warm!

I stumbled upon this place while visiting Sanzen-in temple. I missed my chance to try Yuba in Arashiyama because I was lost from finding bamboo groves, and this was my only chance to try before heading to Tokyo next day. Omg...I was so glad that I gave this place a try. I couldn't imagine any vegetarian dish can be this delicious. I was sitting in front of a Koi pond while enjoying the food, and I felt like I've found my enlightenment.