Ohto ryokan was my first ryokan ever. It left me with a good first-impression. Located just off the easily-accessible Shichijo street, a short walk away from flashy Gion and Kyoto Station, it has made Kyoto a very pleasurable part of my trip. The ryokan was clean and tidy. It being located in a ally branching off Shichijo, it was quite... More

This family owned ryokan is a small ryokan. It is just walking distance to the subway and bus stops. The ryokan is a simple hotel which has a small staircase with no lifts or elevators. My husband ordered the biggest room which actually is good for 2 people unless you are petite then you can accommodate 4. The toilet/bathroom are... More

I stayed here for 3 nights and was eaten alive on the second night by "danni", a type of Japanese flea which lives in tatami, they survive usually when rooms are not clean and the scars the bites left did not go away for 2 weeks. It was ridiculously itchy and quite a dampner on my trip to Kyoto. The... More

We chose Ryokan Ohto because we wanted to try out traditional japanese inn at a reasonable price. Got it at 68,000yen per night with attached bathroom. The location is not ideal, a good 20mins walk at least from the Kyoto station. There is however a bus stop right outside the ryokan if need be. Room is really small and we... More

We stayed at Ryokan Ohto for 4 nights. It was our first time staying in a ryokan, and we were not sure what to expect. Other reviews had mentioned that it's a do-it-yourself type place, and that was definitely the case. The room was pretty large (except for the tiny bathroom) and very clean. The location was fantastic: walking distance... More

Although Ryokan Ohto is not the best ryokan I have stayed in Kyoto, it was one of a few things that I really enjoyed during my 3 days in there. The owner is an old lady and she ran the entire place by herself. She was really nice and even gave us New Year greeting card when we were there.... More

really great deal for central Kyoto; very authentic with tatami mats; the owner is really friendly and keeps the Inn very clean More

I have been to the Ohto four times. The room were clean, smelled fresh, and the owner was friendly and helpful. It has a wonderful location to get around Kyoto. It is priced for the budget traveler. I went out on day trips with a backpack. Very convenient. More

I have stayed several times in the Ohto, and recommend it highly. It is well-located within walking distance of many temples and the downtown area. Prices are amazingly reasonable and rooms - many with a balcony - clean with private bath. There are also laundry facilities. There is tea waiting in the mornings and the owner is very kind and... More